About the Course
Our Advanced Manners course is designed as a fun, supportive refresher for dogs of all ages. It’s perfect for dogs who know the basics but need help applying them consistently in real world situations, whether your dog has completed a Basic Manners course and you would like to build on those foundations, or you have done training in the past and want to get things back on track.
This course is especially suited to adolescent dogs who may be starting to push boundaries, or for those times when life has simply gotten busy and training has not been as consistent as you would like. Think of it as a reset for both you and your dog, to rebuild good habits and move forward with clarity and confidence.
This course focuses on real life skills and improving reliability around distractions, while giving you and your dog a chance to reconnect, reset, and move forward together.
One of the key reasons clients see fast progress in this course is the supportive group environment. Training alongside other dogs allows you to safely practise around real distractions, something that is difficult to replicate at home. Instead of struggling on your own, you will receive guidance in the moment, helping you make small adjustments that lead to big improvements.
You will also benefit from learning alongside others, seeing what works, sharing experiences, and building confidence as both you and your dog succeed together. This often leads to quicker, more reliable results and a calmer, more responsive dog in everyday situations.
Skills we will work on include:
• Loose leash walking with distractions
• Polite dog greetings
• Polite greetings with people (no jumping)
• Sitting calmly amongst real world distractions (for example café settings, children, noise)
• Leave it
• Recall with increased distractions (dogs, people, toys)
• Emergency stop
Each session also includes a fun agility component and a new trick, helping to build confidence, engagement, and mental stimulation.
We finish each class with dedicated time for questions and support, so you can work through any challenges you may be experiencing at home.
Course details:
• 5 consecutive weekly sessions (excluding long weekends)
• Safe, welcoming training environment in Spotswood
• Convenient parking available
If you cannot attend a class, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance and we will arrange a make up session at no extra cost (one per course).
Places are limited to keep classes small and supportive, so early booking is recommended.
Come join us for a relaxed, rewarding training experience and help your dog become the best version of themselves.