Teenage Dog Academy
Real-life skills for dogs 6-18 months
Has your puppy turned into a teenager?
Suddenly more distracted? Finding it harder to focus around other dogs, people or exciting environments? Pulling more on walks? Struggling to settle? Or seemingly forgetting skills they knew perfectly well just a few weeks ago?
Welcome to adolescence! 🐶
The teenage stage brings big changes — and it’s also a fantastic time to continue building the skills your dog will need for life.
Teenage Dog Academy is our 4-week small-group course designed specifically for adolescent dogs. We’ll help you strengthen your dog’s focus, build better everyday manners and develop practical real-life skills, while helping you understand and navigate the changes that come with adolescence.
✨ Small Classes • Qualified Instructors • Positive & Force-Free Training • Indoor & Outdoor Training Opportunities ✨
Want some extra one-on-one support?
Add a one-hour private session before, during or after the course for personalised help with the areas that matter most to you and your dog.
More Than Just Weekly Classes
When you enroll in the Teenage Dog Academy, you'll receive practical resources and support to help you continue your training long after each class has finished.
At your first class you'll receive:
✔ Premium training treats to use during classes and continue training at home.
Throughout the course you'll also receive:
✔ Access to our Exclusive Teenage Dog Academy Hub with weekly lesson notes, training videos and practical resources you can access anytime.
✔ Ongoing trainer support throughout the course.
✔ Access to enrichment tools during class to help your dog learn to settle and stay engaged.
At graduation you'll receive:
✔ A graduation bag including a graduation certificate, treat samples, discount vouchers and a long-lasting chew to celebrate your dog's achievements.
Upcoming Courses
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BLACKWOOD
Indoor, weatherproof venue
Saturday 17 October · 1:15 pm
17 Oct · 24 Oct · 31 Oct · 7 Nov -
FLAGSTAFF HILL
Indoor & outdoor training
TBA
Course Details
Duration:
The Teenage Dog Academy includes 4 consecutive weekly in-person classes. Your course runs for 4 weeks from your selected start date, with classes held on the same day and time each week
Location:
Weekly classes held at either Flagstaff Hill Scout Hall or Blackwood Uniting Church.
Requirements:
Dogs must be 6-18 months old at the start of the course
Dogs must be friendly towards people and other dogs
Dogs must be able to eat treats in a training environment
If you’re unsure whether this course is the right fit, please get in touch before booking
Tuition: $235 for the full 4-week course.
Includes:
✔ Exclusive access to our Student Hub containing the Family Dog E-Booklet and training resources
✔ Ongoing trainer support
✔ Enrichment tools during class
✔ Graduation photo and certificate
Optional Add-On:
Want extra one-on-one support alongside the course? Add a private one-hour session when you book. Priced at $155, this session includes customised training resources and a detailed email summary tailored to your dog and home environment. It’s a great way to address specific challenges at home, build confidence, and receive personalised guidance alongside the Teenage Dog Academy. Private sessions can be used anytime up to 1 month after completing the course.
Highly Recommended – Treat Pouch:
Investing in a quality treat pouch makes training easier, faster, and more enjoyable for both you and your dog. Purchase a treat pouch and good quality harness at the time of booking the Teenage Dog Academy, and you’ll receive a 15% discount.
Please note: Dogs must be dog- and people-friendly to attend classes. If your dog is uncomfortable around unfamiliar dogs or strangers, private training will provide a more suitable and effective platform for training success.
Why Families Love This Course
✔ Qualified, experienced trainers
✔ Small supportive classes
✔ Evidence-based, force-free training
✔ Designed specifically for adolescent dogs
✔ Practical skills for everyday life
✔ Real-world training — not rigid obedience routines
Ready to Navigate the Teenage Stage Together?
Adolescence can bring big changes — more distractions, bigger feelings, increased independence and behaviours you thought your puppy had already mastered!
Teenage Dog Academy will help you understand what’s happening during this important developmental stage while building the focus, confidence and practical skills your dog needs for everyday life.
Whether you’re dealing with frustrating walks, overexcitement, difficulty settling, disappearing focus or simply want to keep building on your puppy’s foundations, we’ll help you and your teenager work through it together.
Spaces are limited to keep classes small and supportive.
