Puppy Pre-School in Newcastle
Give your puppy the best possible start in life.
Start Them Off Right
Puppy preschool is one of the most important steps in raising a well-behaved, confident and sociable dog.
Puppies go through a critical socialisation period between 4 and 18 weeks of age, when they are learning how to interact with the world around them. Positive experiences during this time help shape their behaviour, confidence and temperament for life.
Our Newcastle Puppy Pre-School provides a safe, fun and educational environment where puppies can socialise with other dogs and people while learning essential life skills.
Classes are designed to be both informative and enjoyable, and all members of the family are welcome to attend.
What The Course Covers
Dogoverboard’s Puppy Preschool is one of the most comprehensive puppy education programs in Newcastle. Our 4-week course uses positive reinforcement training and covers a wide range of important topics,
including:
Puppy Training & Behaviour
Socialisation and confidence building
Toilet and house training
Jumping, biting and mouthing
Lead training
Basic obedience commands
Puppy Care & Health
Grooming and bathing
Nutrition and diet
Fleas, parasites and worming
Exercise and enrichment
Teething and puppy development
Practical Experiences
Puppies will also enjoy hands-on learning experiences including:
Social play sessions
On-lead and off-lead interaction
Introduction to a calm, friendly adult dog
Learning to swim in our heated pool
Hands-on bathing and drying with their owners
We also take time to address individual questions and concerns from puppy owners.
Course Details
Puppy Preschool is designed for puppies between 8 and 18 weeks of age who have received their first vaccination and worming.
Course Format
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Classes are held once per week
- Typically Tuesday evenings
- 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
- Small class sizes
Other days may be available depending on demand.
Your puppy attends every session, and all family members are encouraged to participate.
Early booking is recommended as places are limited.
Graduation
At the end of the course, you and your puppy will have the knowledge and confidence to continue raising a well-socialised, healthy and happy dog.
Each puppy receives:
A graduation certificate | A graduation photo
A special milestone for both puppy and owner.
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FAQ
What age can my puppy start preschool?
Puppies can attend from 8 weeks to 18 weeks of age, provided they have received their first vaccination and worming treatment.
Do I need to bring anything to class?
Please bring your puppy on a lead and collar or harness.
Can the whole family attend?
Yes. We encourage all family members to attend, as it helps everyone learn how to train and interact with the puppy consistently.
What training methods do you use?
We use positive reinforcement training, which rewards good behaviour and helps puppies learn in a safe, supportive environment.
My puppy is shy — can they still attend?
Yes. Puppy preschool is designed to help puppies build confidence and positive social experiences at their own pace.
Will my puppy learn obedience commands?
Yes. Puppies will begin learning basic commands such as sit, come, stay and lead walking, as well as important behaviour skills.
