Diesel's Mate Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Hello, I am getting a puppy in about 5 weeks and want to take him to a very good puppy preschool. I know that a few Vet's here offer the service, but then I noticed PetStock hold the classes too. Has anyone been to the PetStock Puppy School (Prospect)? If so, what did you think? If you have been to a vet for puppy preschool which one was it and what would you recommend? Basically I want the facility to be CLEAN and safe for puppy, and also have a constructed class rather than a free for all 'play time'. Thanks kindly for any responses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kobi'sDaisy Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I too am looking for a puppy pre school as we are getting ours in 3 1/2 weeks! Have only found vets around my area (Beverley) that do it but not sure if they will be as good as specialized schools, is there any reasons why you would not go through the vets? - I'm a first timer so still learning! What sort of puppy are you getting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel's Mate Posted January 17, 2011 Author Share Posted January 17, 2011 (edited) I am getting a Rhodesian Ridgeback. what about you? I have been to a vet (in croydon) for puppy preschool with our current dog and it was very beneficial, I was just wondering what others thought as everyone here seems to have a huge wealth of information I have heard a rumour that some places aren't as good as others so I wanted to get a few words of advice from people with alot of experience behind my decision. Edited January 17, 2011 by Diesel's Mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kobi'sDaisy Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 We are getting a Hungarian vizsla! Love ridgebacks as well, have met so many nice ones! The vet in west croydon is our closest, but like you wanted some advice from others in the know! Good luck with the search Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel's Mate Posted January 17, 2011 Author Share Posted January 17, 2011 if it is Days Road then I thought they were great if it is the same people they are very patient etc. But that was 5 years ago now! Thanks for the luck and good luck to you also Viszlas are GORGEOUS! good luck with everything!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Rusty Bucket Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 (edited) I took my evil hound to Glenside vet, Greenhill road, Glenside. Classes are usually small - 4 or 5 puppies under 4 months old roughly, in the reception area - which is closed for puppy school, and there is usually the vet (Pin Needham) and a vet nurse present. Pin is president of SAODC (my dog club) and they run puppy classs for puppies to 6 months approximately. We had a Groodle, a Malamute and a ACDx (Evil Hound) in my class. Groodle started as biggest puppy but also most scaredy cat, Malamute ended up biggest, but as best I could tell ACDx - the smallest, ended up boss. There was free puppy play time where the malamute and ACDx chased each other around the space, and the Groodle hid under a chair (weird because she was boss dog in her first class), eventually Groodle got braver but was never forced to join in. There was no doggy fighting and the briefing at the start of the first class explained how fights should be broken up, so no fighting would have been allowed either. There was some basic obedience and doggy socialisation done as well and heaps of general info on doggy care and training. Ie it was probably more useful for the doggy owners than the puppies. And there were quite a few freebies and show bags from various companies trying to sell you stuff, including flea treatments, dog treats, toys etc. Payneham Vet Clinic on Portrush Rd might also be worth checking out, they do puppy pre-school. Also Animal Welfare League do puppy preschool or can provide you with a list of puppy preschools in Adelaide. PS there is a dog club at Woodville which is close to Croydon. I'm not sure if they do puppy pre-school but they should be able to recommend ones in your area. Bully takes her dog there. I don't know a lot about it myself but you could PM her if she doesn't post here. Edited January 17, 2011 by Mrs Rusty Bucket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leema Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I am also looking for puppy preschool recommendations, but South of the city. I went to Holdfast Dog Club with Clover and liked it, but now they only do Saturdays - which is when I'm at dog shows! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gogee Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Stephen's Terrace Vet clinic at St Peters Structured classes with basic manners/obedience, plus a small segment of supervised off-lead interaction. The trainers are positive reinforcement based and very knowledgeable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel's Mate Posted January 17, 2011 Author Share Posted January 17, 2011 Stephen's Terrace Vet clinic at St Peters Structured classes with basic manners/obedience, plus a small segment of supervised off-lead interaction. The trainers are positive reinforcement based and very knowledgeable. Sounds Perfect thankyou !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel's Mate Posted January 17, 2011 Author Share Posted January 17, 2011 I took my evil hound to Glenside vet, Greenhill road, Glenside. Classes are usually small - 4 or 5 puppies under 4 months old roughly, in the reception area - which is closed for puppy school, and there is usually the vet (Pin Needham) and a vet nurse present. Pin is president of SAODC (my dog club) and they run puppy classs for puppies to 6 months approximately. There was some basic obedience and doggy socialisation done as well and heaps of general info on doggy care and training. Ie it was probably more useful for the doggy owners than the puppies. That is great info thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokkie Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 I am also looking for puppy preschool recommendations, but South of the city. I went to Holdfast Dog Club with Clover and liked it, but now they only do Saturdays - which is when I'm at dog shows! I took Nandi to Aberfoyle Hub Veterinary Clinic for her puppy preschool and loved them, they had great control over the dogs and lots of info for the owners. I took Ringo for his basic obedience training at Holdfast.... they are great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiesha09 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Stephen's Terrace Vet clinic at St Peters :D Structured classes with basic manners/obedience, plus a small segment of supervised off-lead interaction. The trainers are positive reinforcement based and very knowledgeable. Another vote for this one. Or Norwood Parade veterinary clinic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel's Mate Posted January 20, 2011 Author Share Posted January 20, 2011 Thanks for all your Help and GREAT info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trishalouise Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Norwood is great. Stephens Terrace is also great. Another option is Nutts About Mutts Julie is a fantastic trainer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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