Puppy and Adult Training Classes

Classes are available for all ages and abilities, they are a great way to progress learning with distraction and socialise dogs correctly. Though learning is the end goal classes are designed to be fun and engaging.

The Foundation puppy class incorporates lots of different games and techniques to kick off your new dogs learning journey, there is plenty of advice for owners on responsible ownership and also what is available in the local area for owners. Courses involve general obedience and training to set you up for a Happy Dog Happy Life.

Level 1 is the ideal progression route for puppies heading into adolescence and where adult dogs can join the TTP training program. Here we fine tune life skills and problem solve those tricky areas of training. This group works hard on engagement, manners, strengthening the bond and preparing for adulthood. 

Foundation and Level 1 Courses run for 6 weeks and are completed with a final assessment (don’t worry it’s not as scary as it sounds). This is an opportunity to prove to yourself how much you have learned and how far you and your dog have come.

In week 1 you will receive a Training Pack full of lots of useful information and trackers. In week 6 you will complete your assessment as part of the normal class and once it’s all over your dog will receive a certificate, rosette and goody bag!

Level 2/3 classes are full of variety, there is always something new to try or to improve what you already know. This is where you can develop your handler skills and learn a variety of exercises and tricks with your dog. Classes are not limited to general obedience but incorporate training methods from a number of different disciplines. Why not throw your own plans into the mix, I love to have everyone learn something new based on an owners personal goal, maybe you have seen something on TV or from another owner that you would like to teach your dog, there is always time for a new fun challenge! (Level 2/3 is via progression from Level 1)

Friday Groups

Foundation – 5:45pm till 6:45pm

Level 1 – 7:00pm till 8:00pm

Level 2/3 – 8:15pm – 9:15pm

Sunday Groups

Foundation – 10am – 11am

Level 1 – 11:15am – 12:15pm

Level 2/3 – 12:30pm – 1:30pm

Group Classes are held at Shipley Parish Room, The Field, Heanor, DE75 7JH

Prior booking is required for Classes as numbers are kept to small groups. Please get in touch to book your place and for more information.

The TTP Dog Training Journey

Right Paw Forward 1to1 – A great way to kick start your training journey. It’s an opportunity to discuss toileting, sleep, teething and chewing, introducing equipment and any concerns you may have plus so much more information that can ease the puppy phase.

Foundation Level Training – (From 16 wks) Begin training with your dog using positive reward based methods, grow the bond and learn key skills including recall, life skills and loose lead walking – 6 week course

Level 1 Training – The perfect follow on from Foundation, continue building on your training basics and learning new skills such as advancing recall and lead work, engagement techniques and leaving distractions – 6 week course

There are then a number of options for continuing your Training journey, there are Advanced Level 2 and 3 groups for those who are working on certain areas or just enjoy to work with their dogs. Or you might be interested in Specialist courses like Super Sniffers Detection Dogs (see the Scentwork section), Enrichment Workshops, earning the Life Skills Award or boost your personal journey with 1to1 sessions.