Frequently Asked Questions

Both group and private classes cover the same lessons, and they each have their own advantages as well as disadvantages. So, how do you decide which class works out better for your pup and you?

When are group classes a better fit?

Group classes are generally great for puppies going through their critical socialisation period. They will learn not only from the trainer, but also their puppy peers. The higher levels of distraction is also good for pups to practice where to focus their attention on and what to ignore. Owners, too, can also feel like they’re not alone in learning how to handle a growing pup.

Note: Group classes are suspended until further notice.

When are private classes a better fit?

If your pup is shy or easily distracted, or if your older pup prefers a quieter environment, private classes might be a better choice. For our private classes held in-campus, your trainer may select an older, more experienced dog from Day School to meet your pup when the lesson calls for it – so your pup will still get some exposure to another dog peer matched to his/her personality.

Your pup and you will also get the trainer’s full attention, so you’re able to ask more specific, in-depth questions relating to your pup and any questions you might have. This also means that you can adjust your training plan according to what your pup and you need more.

Here are also some other questions to consider:

1. Is your pup outgoing or shy?
2. Does your pup have any special issues?
3. Is there a specific goal you want to meet with your pup?
4. How flexible is your schedule?
5. Do you prefer a quieter environment and a more focused learning environment?

We offer 3 different types of classes: Puppy classes, Teenage classes, and Behaviour Modification.

For Puppy classes and Teenage classes, you have the choice of a group class or a private class.

For Behaviour Modification, we are only taking cases from referrals by veterinary professionals at the moment.

In summary, these are the classes we offer:

Puppy classes cover basic skills and common problem prevention.

Basic skills generally include understanding of the following:

— Stay;
— Sit;
— Down;
— Recall;
— Leave it; and
— Drop.

Common problem prevention include the following:

— Independence training;
— Potty training;
— Anti-jumping;
— Low-stress handling (teaching your dog to love being groomed and checked);
— Food bowl exercise to prevent resource guarding; and
— Handling play biting & chewing.

For more information, please read either the Little Paws (group class) or Puppy Life Skills (private class) training programme pages! Do note that every pup is different, therefore one puppy may excel more at one thing and other puppies may excel more at the other. This is normal.

Teenage classes are for owners who wish to further their pup’s education, so these classes cover intermediate skills that build on the foundation of what they’ve learnt in puppy classes. It also helps to maintain your pup’s confidence as they grow through adolescence into their adult phase. Similar to puppy classes, you have the choice of a group class or private class.

Intermediate skills include the following:

— Sit—Stay;
— Down—Stay;
— Come;
— Hand target;
— Go to mat;
— Polite walking;
— Wait at the door; and
— A fun trick.

For more information, please read either the Teenage Paws (group class) or Teenage Life Skills (private class) training programme pages!

If you’re still undecided, do drop us an enquiry in our contact form or email us at [email protected].

Please include the following in your enquiry:

— Your name;
— Your pup’s name, age, gender, breed;
— What you would like to achieve; and
— Challenges you may be facing currently with your pup (if any).