Kindy K9s January

Service Description

The next block of Kindy K9s begins on January 5th, and runs for 4 consecutive weeks. Classes are held on Mondays at 6:15 PM at The Canine Campus, Hume. Please note that this course includes a session scheduled on Australia Day, Monday, January 26th. Each class runs for 45 minutes in a small group setting (maximum 6 puppies). What to expect: 🟡 Relationship building through structured play and engagement games 🟡 Confidence building and habituation exercises 🟡 Foundations for life skills, including recall, loose-lead walking, and teaching your puppy how to settle independently. 🟡 Functional tricks like "middle," "paws up," and "touch" 🟡 Easy sniffing games that meet your dogs mental needs, making them calmer and happier at home In addition to hands-on training, you'll receive handouts with practical strategies for managing common challenges, including: 🐾 Troubleshooting tips for crate and toilet training. 🐾 Effective management for nipping, biting, and mouthing. 🐾 Guidance on positive and appropriate socialisation. 🐾 Strategies for preventing separation distress and reducing jumping behaviour. All attending puppies must be up-to-date on their current vaccination schedule. (Full vaccination series completion is not required to begin). Dog-dog interactions are carefully supervised and managed for safety and positive experiences. Families are welcome! To keep everyone safe, children under 8 must be supervised by an additional adult who is not handling the dog. Please also ensure that children do not approach other dogs in the class. Important Note: Missed classes cannot be refunded or rescheduled. Meet Your Instructor Kylie is a teacher with two decades of education experience in teaching humans. She is a certified Family Dog Mediator (FDM) and has completed the Puppy Lab Certificate from the School of Canine Science.