puppy foundations
The first lessons a young dog needs, taught in friendly puppy classes.
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School 4 Dogs runs puppy classes, obedience work and one-to-one training at Hardings in Welwyn Garden City. Bring the dog you have, and we will build from there.
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Calm, patient training that fits your dog
Training covers the early weeks, the everyday manners and the harder moments in between. Sessions run in a group or one to one, depending on what suits you.
obedience
Everyday cues and reliable recall, built up step by step.
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one-to-one
Private sessions shaped around your dog and what you want to work on.
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loose lead
Walks without the pulling, for both ends of the lead.
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behaviour
Help with settling and with the behaviour you are finding difficult.
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trusted by local dog owners
Rated 5 out of 5 from 3 Google reviews.
“Fantastic puppy classes with an extremely knowledgeable, friendly and approachable trainer.”
“My dog lives it”
FAQs
frequently asked question about
Yes. Puppy foundations is where most people start, and it covers the early lessons a new puppy needs.
Loose-lead walking is one of the things we work on. Get in touch and tell us how your walks are going at the moment.
Both. Group classes cover puppy foundations and obedience, and one-to-one sessions are there when your dog needs the attention.
Tell us about it when you call and we will talk through the options. A one-to-one session is often the easier place to begin.
We are at Hardings, Welwyn Garden City AL7 2EJ. Opening times are Monday 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Tuesday 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and we are closed the rest of the week.
Call 07952 750693 and tell us about your dog. We will let you know what is running and what would suit you.
Good to know
Short reads for dog owners
A few notes from the training field.
The first fortnight with a new puppy
What to focus on early, and what can wait. Small, calm steps beat long sessions.
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puppies
Why recall falls apart in the park
A look at the moment your dog stops listening, and how to build the cue back up.
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recall
Teaching a dog to settle indoors
Rest is a skill. Notes on helping a busy dog switch off at home.
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behaviour