Adult Foundation Course

Classes for Adults Only: 3 x 2 hour classes (without your dog) + 1 x 2 hour class (with your dog)

In preparation for the Family Foundation Course adults (over 18) are required to take this course to learn basic dog training and management skills (no children on this one to give the adults a chance to fully focus on developing their own skills). The adults can then help the children to practice their new skills with dogs when away from the classes.


The outcome will be that adults develop basic dog training skills, and skills to train their children in safe dog management skills, using “reward” and fun based methods, producing a comfortable, safe and mutually respectful environment for children, adults and dogs to co-exist; preventing bites and accidental injuries.


Adults are required to attend the full course before attending the Family Foundation Course for health and safety reasons.

Class 1

• How dogs think and learn
• How to get your children and dog to listen to you
• Using “reward based” training skills on your dog and your children

Class 2

• The best breed, age, temperament of dog for your family
• Dog nutrition, housing and grooming
• Toilet training your dog
• How to safely pick up a lap dog without accidental injuries

Class 3

• Walking the dog on a leash without pulling
• Stopping the dog from jumping up on children and adults
• Safe and appropriate play with your own dog

Class 4

• Practicing - Walking the dog on a leash without pulling
• Practicing - Stopping the dog from jumping up
• Practicing - Sit and stay
• Practicing - Come when called

To attend class 4, you must attend classes 1-3

Adult Foundation Course fees:

$50.00 per class x 4, 2 hour classes
There are 4 classes per course = $200.00
Pay in advance and receive a $25.00 discount