Early socialisation is vital in the development of socially confident, relaxed and accepting dogs. The experiences puppies have up to 12 to 16wks of age stay with them into adulthood - this is called imprinting. Your puppy needs to have positive, fun experiences with a wide variety of adults, children, animals, dogs, objects, noises and environments. Puppy classes provide one opportunity to take advantage of this very important imprinting stage.

You will receive advice in all areas of training and behavioural development, such as housetraining, chewing, mouthing, biting, jumping and training behaviours. The emphasis is on avoiding behavioural issues developing and on teaching your puppy nice manners.

The cost of attending Pawtential Puppies is $100 for unlimited attendance at classes held in Palmwoods and Maleny. When ready, your puppy can graduate from Pawtential Puppies and join the Manners and Life Skills classes.

Pawtential Puppies at Palmwoods is held at the Veterinary Surgery at 6pm Wednesday evenings. Park in Briggs Street and walk down the driveway to the carpark behind the building. If wet, come through the door on the left of the main entrance.

Pawtential Puppies at Maleny is held at Maleny Showground 8:30am Sunday mornings. Look for Pawtential’s Silver Suzuki Van for the location according to weather conditions.

Bring something for your puppy to sit on at your feet (Palmwoods) or something to sit on with your puppy (Maleny), a pacifier to keep your puppy occupied while we chat as well as treats for training and behaviour rewards. Your puppy needs to be on a flat, soft collar or body harness and lead.