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Puppy Training Classes
& One to One Sessions

Puppy Life Skills: Starters - 6 week group class

(Max 4 puppies in each class)

Puppy Classes & 'One to One' Sessions

​​​​​So, you've got a puppy! Your world's been turned upside down!

Joyful Dogs can show you how to use kind but effective puppy training techniques.  

The result?  A well behaved puppy you'll enjoy spending time with.

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Your puppy is learning every single moment of the day - yikes! So, it's important to get things off to a good start.

We’ll help you tackle all your puppy training challenges right from the off and see you through to adulthood. â€‹

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We are APDT UK qualified and proudly so. This means we have been assessed on our theoretical knowledge of dog behaviour and how to teach you the practical skills.

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What do we cover?

  • Socialisation the right way – hint: not loads of free running dogs!

  • Body language - read your dog's mind through their body

  • Recall - Games which turn the fun switch on your dog so s/he is hot on your toes!

  • Connection - do you exist in your dog's world?

  • Loose lead walking – no pulling!

  • The Vet Visit & grooming game - how to empower your dog to communicate with you.

  • ‘Settle on a mat’ - everyone wants to chill out in the pub with their dog, right?

  • ‘Drop’ an object when asked - no more reaching in the dog's mouth to retrieve your slipper.

  • The 3 second Game – what is your dog telling you about touch?

  • Being social / greeting people without jumping - there is always someone wearing white trousers (face palm)!

  • Plus loads more... 

  • 10% discount at our favourite pet shop (local, small business!) for the duration of your six week course!

  • We also run a private WhatsApp group alongside the classes with class guides/videos, discussion points and a whole load of support for you! Details given once you book on. 

When: 

Please choose a day/time for the entire course. 

Saturday @ 10am-11am 

Saturday @ 11.30am-12.30pm

Saturday @ 1pm -2pm 

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Where:

Kings Hall, Church Piece, Charlton Kings, GL53 8JN.

Free car park next to the hall.

Puppy Packages

Gold Starter Package

This package gives you our six week in-person practical course as well as TWO 75 minute home visits to kick start your training journey AND access to our private WhatsApp group for support, encouragement and a wealth of information.

 

£277* for home visits during the week

£297* for home visits at the weekend

 

Silver Starter Package

This package gives you our six week in-person practical course as well as ONE 75 minute home visit to kick start your training journey AND access to our private WhatsApp group for support, encouragement and a wealth of information.

 

£203* for home visits during the week

£213* for home visits at the weekend

 

Bronze Starter Package

This package gives you our six week in-person practical course AND access to our WhatsApp group for support, encouragement and a wealth of information.

£129 only. That’s just £21.50 per class!

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*Home visit price for home visits within the Cheltenham area.  Locations beyond this are possible but will incur an additional ‘time & travel’ charge.

Puppy Life Skills - One to One Sessions

Learn our class syllabus (and more!) at your own pace, in your own space!

Prices

  • £74 (up to 75 mins)

  • £84 (up to 75 mins, weekend rate)

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NB: Prices based on locations within the Cheltenham area.  Locations beyond this are possible but will incur an additional ‘time & travel’ charge.

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Use the contact form to request these sessions.

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