Homestart For Puppies

Because prevention is better than cure it is essential to start off on the right foot with your new puppy as soon as you acquire him. Homestart will help you do this. A Scallywags instructor will visit you at home and give advice on how to develop a good relationship with your puppy by understanding how he thinks and learns. Advice on toilet training, grooming, chewing, puppy biting and excitability are all included within the visit. We will also help you to understand how to start off basic puppy training and socialisation. Because this is a home based service it is ideal for very young puppies that have not yet had their first vaccination but it is also available for older puppies or a new adult dog in the home. This is not intended for dogs that already have developed problems.

Puppy Class

Between 8 & 12 weeks is a period in the dog's development when all new experiences will have a maximum and long-lasting effect on the dogs future disposition. This is also the best time to start basic training. Walking on a loose lead, coming when called, standing still to be groomed etc. are much easier to teach to a dog that has never pulled, run off, or enjoyed a wrestling match with a brush-wielding owner! Here, puppies are learning to be attentive to you whilst in the company of other dogs. Romping with other pups is not encouraged at class. Your puppy course also includes one puppy romp and an exclusive one to one lesson at our field/head office in Shedfield.

PUPPY CLASS AVAILABILITY

up to date at 1st September

Venue	Start Date	Time	Spaces
Curdridge	09.07.08	7.00pm	FULL
Merryoak	22.07.08	7:15pm	FULL
Fareham	29.07.08	7.45pm	FULL
Curdridge	06.08.08	6.15pm	FULL
Wickham	05.08.08	6.30pm	FULL
Merryoak	19.08.08	6.30pm	FULL
Wickham	26.08.08	8.00pm	FULL
Fareham	26.08.08	7.00pm	1
Curdridge	03.09.08	7.00pm	FULL
Merryoak	09.09.08	6.30pm	6
Merryoak	16.09.08	7:15pm	7
Fareham	23.09.08	7.45pm	6
Wickham	30.09.08	6.30pm	7

Puppy Romp

Because off lead interaction and play with other dogs is essential in developing doggy social skills and off lead exercise is a huge benefit to your dog, puppy romps are held on Saturday mornings at our head office and outside training venue at Shedfield. Scallywags instructors and their sociable adult dogs will join a group of puppies and owners for an hours play and dog-watching in our fully enclosed 5 acre field.

For up to date information and time for the puppy romp please check out our NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS on the Forum

Puppy One to One lessons

Training & Behaviour Problems

TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS such as pulling on lead, not coming when called, house soiling, anxiety related problems or aggression can be more effectively dealt with in an outside environment or in your own home, with expert help and support from a Scallywags behaviour counsellor.

If you are experiencing problems with your dog then we can arrange a one-to-one session, or a series of private lessons with you and your dog. We can come to you if you wish or these can take place at our excellent outside training facilities at Shedfield.

Assessments - Behaviour Problems

The Scallywags behaviourists and their dogs are especially experienced in working with dogs with aggression problems. Aggressive behaviour is more common than many people realise and is often made worse by incorrect handling of the problem. On a one to one basis we can teach you how to read and react to your dog, helping him to learn new, more appropriate behaviour.

Private lessons

If you have a specific problem or just have one or two things you would like to work on then please call the office to book an appointment for a lesson. For some problems we may suggest an assessment, where we will meet you and your dog to observe the problem behaviour and discuss your training requirements.

Adult Social Groups

For adult dogs that need to socialise but may lack the necessary skills to do it well in the big wide world. Dogs that are overcoming their initial shyness or nervousness are encouraged to attend these groups as the next stage in their rehabilitation. They will be helped by the Scallywags dogs and some of the 'puppy romp graduates'.

SCALLYWAGS FOR FUN

Advanced Puppy Class

This 7 week course is for puppies that have completed their 7 weeks in the puppy class where they can continue with and expand on their training.

Companion Class

For those who wish to continue having fun with their dog and expanding on their training after completing a beginners course or the Advanced Puppy Class. Each Companion Class takes the form of a 7 week course, 6 weeks of learning and practising different exercises and finishing with a fun competition night on week 7. Each course is different so you can do as many as you wish or take a break and come back at the start of a new course.

NEXT ADVANCED PUPPY CLASSES

NEXT COMPANION CLASSES

Saturday Dog Club

Agility Training

Agility classes are held at Shedfield on Saturdays all year and most evenings in the summer. Additionally private lessons and one to one coaching are available by appointment. In the Oxfordshire area classes are held at Thame in the summer and Bledlow Ridge in the winter.

Beginners agility is for dogs and handlers to learn how to negotiate all the obstacles in an agility course and understand the control exercises needed for Agility (turning right and left, going ahead, waiting when asked etc). This is for people who want to do Agility just for fun as well as those who may like to go on to competitions. Group training is held on Saturdays and private lessons are available to help you and your dog reach a standard where your dog is confident and controlled enough to work in the next, more advanced class. Spectators are always welcome.

BEGINNERS AGILITY COURSES AT SHEDFIELD

Scallywags Staff

Our Policies

Please be assured that all Scallywags trainers and instructors adhere to a very strict code of practice. We do not employ traditional training methods such as leash jerks and punishment nor do we perform miracles. Training your puppy or overcoming a behaviour problem requires a commitment from you.

Our primary concern is for your dog's mental and physical well-being as well as helping you enjoy the many benefits of dog ownership.

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