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Frequently asked questions
Congratulations on your new family member. We look forward to having you in our classes.
To keep your puppy safe, they must be fully vaccinated before joining our classes. Typically, puppies are fully vaccinated from 16 weeks. Check with your vet if you are unsure.
We don't run puppy exclusive classes. Our classes are outside and grouped by skill, not age. New entrants classes will be made up of all kinds of of dogs of varying ages. Additionally, the reserve is public grounds.
Congratulations on your new family member. We look forward to having you in our classes.
You are welcome to bring your new dog to class as soon as they are fully vaccinated. However, rescue dogs need special consideration.
We recommend you spend a few weeks at home before coming to class. This will allow you to bond with your dog and establish trust with your family.
Make sure you have completed your enrollment form and paid your fees before you come to class.
You will find our enrollment form HERE
All class participants MUST be members of the club to attend classes.
Come early to see us in the clubrooms. We will check your enrollment form and fees, and run through some onsite H&S.
New Entrant classes are held on the grass next to the carpark. Let your dog sniff around and relieve themselves before class. This can help reduce anxiety, stress, and over-excitement at being in a new place.
IMPORTANT: Please keep your dog on leash. The grounds are not fully fences and there are hazards in the reserve.
Bring your dog/s on a short leash (we do not recommend using a retractable leash). All dogs must be leashing in the clubrooms, on the grass areas immediately in front of the clubrooms, and the grass adjacent to the carpark.
If your dog is a bite risk, please bring a muzzle for your dog. This is for your safety, as well as the safety of others.
Make sure your dogs collar and/ or harness if fitted correctly.
Click here for a quick video on fitting your dogs collar.
Click here for a information on fitting your dogs harness correctly.
If you choose to use a harness on your dog, we recommend using one with a front chest clip for easier training.
Bring food for your dog. For easy digestion, we recommend a soft food such as partially dehydrated dog roll like Possyum. It is readily available in most supermarkets. If you are concerned about overfeeding, either skip dinner and/ or give your dog half portions for the meal/s that day.
Classes are held outside, on grass. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Check our website or Facebook page for cancellation notices.
The grounds will sometimes be muddy. You might like to bring gumboots or old shoes to wear duing the class, and an old towel for your dog to protect your car.
Our training classes do not have start and end dates. You can bring your dog to class as soon:
Your dog is at least 16 weeks old AND fully vaccinated
You have completed the enrollment form AND paid you membership fees
All new dogs start in the New Entrants class. Your instructor will let you know when you can move to the next class.
Our training classes are not restricted to set course periods. As soon as your dog is enrolled and vaccinated, you can bring them to class.
As your ability improves, your instructor will let you know when to move to the next level. You can join from the following week.
There are no make-up classes. If you do not attend a class, you return the following Monday.
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