Puppy Classes and Group Training

Puppy and group classes provide a great environment for learning whilst in the presence of other people and dogs.

Our classes

The skills and socialisation learnt in these classes will help with day-to-day tasks as well as set your dogs up for success going forward.

Puppy Preschool Socialisation

4 week course
8-14 weeks of age

Puppies have a critical socialisation period which unfortunately falls amongst vaccinations so we bring pups together in a safe environment to expose them to other pups. Bring your questions along because you will also learn a lot about a pup’s health and behaviour needs. $160

Teen Pups Training Class

5 week course
4-18 months

Our super popular classes include general obedience and manners; what I believe are foundation behaviours that every dog should know. The group environment not only provides socialisation but also teaches your pups to listen and respond in these social environments.

$200

Games Based Training Class

8 week course
All ages

In our games based training class we cover things like being calm, being close and managing distractions through the power of playing games. Designed for pups and dogs of all ages, although foundation training recommended. Fuelled by the Absolute Dogs academy, these mini-games are all useful in many ‘real-life’ situations.

$300

Reactive Dog Classes

This class is designed to build you and your dog’s confidence through ‘in-the-moment’ training. It will provide you with the tools to use in those times where you may currently feel a little lost.

The class environment is equipped with barriers to ensure each dog is challenged but not pushed too far. Run by out in-house behaviourist, these small, group classes provided a controlled space for you to put it all to use.

$300

If group classes don't suit, private training sessions and behavioural consults are available for pups and dogs of all ages!

Class Locations

Halswell Quarry

Kennedy's Bush Road, Halswell, Christchurch 8025

St Albans Community Centre

1049 Colombo Street, St Albans, Christchurch 8014

Canterbury Kennel Centre

701 McLeans Island Road, McLeans Island, Christchurch 8051

Timetable

Teen Pups Classes

Start date	Location	Time
Wednesday 10th August	St Albans Community Centre	6:00 PM
Tuesday 20th September	Halswell Quarry Park	6:30 PM
Wednesday 21st September	St Albans Community Centre	6:00 PM
Tuesday 8th November	Halswell Quarry Park	6:30 PM
Wednesday 9th November	St Albans Community Centre	6:00 PM
Break for Xmas/NY

Puppy Preschool Classes

Start date	Location	Time
Thursday 7th July	St Albans Community Centre	6:30 PM
Thursday 11th August	St Albans Community Centre	6:30 PM
Thursday 15th September	St Albans Community Centre	6:30 PM
Thursday 20th October	St Albans Community Centre	6:30 PM
Thursday 24th November	St Albans Community Centre	6:30 PM
Break for Xmas/NY

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Class Reviews

Nicole has a calm and positive approach with dogs. We've really appreciated her support through the teen pup class. Well worth the money. Would highly recommend Head to Tail.

Head to Tail has the best service ever. Rosie attended the teenage classes and absolutely loved them. She now goes on weekly walks with Kaiya who must have the patience of a saint putting up with Rosie's mischief. Staff really know what they are doing and I am so grateful for the amazing care they provide for our wee mates.

The team at Head to Tail are great. They are very friendly, responsive, and really love what they do. I can't say enough good things about Nicole and Kim, I'm not sure how we got along without them before!!

Nicole was amazing so much knowledge, the boys loved her! Can't wait to start the training and have her back for more one on one!! Thanks so much again

Couldn't recommend Nicole more! We have just finished the 'teen pup' class and have learnt so much, great small classes that allow for lots of one on one time! Nicole is so helpful and has so much advice for this challenging puppy stage. Highly recommend Head to Tail to all