Puppy Training 

Welcome to puppy training with Sussex Canines, designed to help you nurture a strong bond with your new arrival while teaching them essential life skills.

Certified trainer, Gemma, has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field as a full member of the APDT and a UK Sniffer Dogs Instructor; you can trust that your pup is in capable hands.
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Puppy Life Skills Classes

Our Puppy Life Skills Classes are a foundational program designed specifically for puppies aged 6 months and under when joining who have completed their vaccinations.

Tailored to help your furry friend learn the basics of good behaviour, our classes are perfect for puppies up to 12 months old, setting the stage for a lifetime of positive experiences.

Why choose our classes?

Expert Guidance

Led by Gemma, a full member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and a Life Time member of the Dog Training College, our classes benefit from her extensive qualifications and commitment to continual professional development.

Focused Learning

With a maximum of 6 puppies per class, each session promises personalised attention in an outdoor, fenced environment, ideal for learning and socialisation.

Comprehensive Curriculum

During these 45-minute sessions, your puppy will learn crucial skills including loose lead walking, recall, food manners, and basic obedience cues like sit and down. We also cover getting used to being handled, preparing them for being groomed and routine vet checks.

APDT Good Companion Awards

Our classes follow the APDT Good Companion Award levels, focusing on the first two stages—Puppy/Foundation & Improver. This structured approach provides clear goals and recognition of your puppy's progress.

Supportive Environment

Expect a fun, positive atmosphere where both you and your puppy can thrive. We understand the challenges of puppy training and are here to support you every step of the way.

Long-Term Benefits

Our training not only addresses immediate behaviours but also fosters long-term emotional and mental well-being. We focus on positive reinforcement techniques that build confidence and trust, essential elements for a well-adjusted adult dog.
“Training with Gemma has been the most positive, informative and fun way to spend time with my dog. Scout and I have loved every minute of our training journey - from puppy foundation classes to scent work classes - I have learnt so much. You could not find a more positive, friendly, calm and totally dog-mad trainer who will help you every step of the way to bond and have fun with your dog. Highly recommended.”
NITA & Scout

What's included in your subscription

The monthly fee for our Puppy Life Skills Classes is £50, which provides you with four comprehensive weekly training sessions. For months with fewer or more weeks, the fee will be adjusted accordingly to ensure every month you're only paying for the classes you receive. All fees are payable monthly in advance via a Stripe subscription, making it easy and secure to manage.

Weekly Training Sessions

Each class is filled with engaging and effective training exercises tailored to the essential skills puppies need.

Please visit the Training Calendar for future class dates.

Access to Training Library

Alongside the classes, you’ll receive two months of free access to our extensive Training Library.

This online resource features over 70 training videos and written guides to help you reinforce lessons at home.

Private Facebook Group

Enrolment also includes access to a private Facebook group where you can connect with other puppy owners.

This supportive community is a great place to share experiences, seek advice, and celebrate your puppy's progress.

Ready to join us?

These classes are open to puppies 6 months and under when joining, of any ability, and will be filled on a first come first served basis.

Please note: Each month's availability is added after the 15th of the previous month. E.g. March availability will be added on 16th February.

Class Details

Day: Saturdays
Time: 12pm - 12.45pm
Level: Puppy/ Foundation & Improver
Location: Field for Dogs, Staplefield
You can find a full list of training dates here.
“Sussex Canines training has been invaluable with tips to help our puppy settle in and be socialised, and has made me more confident with using games and techniques to help our dog make good choices. Plus Gemma was amazing with advice on all the random questions thrown at her!”
MEL

Not sure which of my services would suit you best?

Book in a FREE 15 minute discovery call with me!

You can tell me all about your dog and your training goals and I'll let you know how I can help.

Terms & Conditions
- Your membership will become active on the date of your first class and will renew on the 1st of each month.
- Your free 2 month trial to the Training Library will begin within a few days of the 1st of the month of your first class. If you wish to continue to have access, you will need to sign up via our Memberships page or within your 'My Account' section.
- The free trial to the Training Library is only included for clients who are new to our Life Skills classes. 
- If you cancel your subscription before the end your 2 month minimum time, your access to the Training Library will also be cancelled.
- If you already receive access to the Training Library as part of another membership, no refund or alternative will be provided.
- You can cancel your subscription by emailing gemma@sussexcanines.co.uk
- Subscriptions run for a minimum of 2 months. If you choose to join ad hoc classes prior to the start of your subscription, these will not count towards your subscription time.
- We reserve the right to cancel your subscription at any time. E.g. disruptive in class, abusive to trainer or participants.

Cancellation Policy
- If you cancel more than a week before your first class you will receive a full refund on your first payment, minus a transaction fee*.
- If you cancel within a week of your first class you will receive a 75% refund on your first payment and not be charged anything further. 
- If you cancel after 1 class has taken place within your subscription period you will receive a 50% refund on your first payment and not be charged anything further. 
- After 2 or more classes have taken place within your subscription period you will not be able to cancel until the minimum 2 month period has passed.
- If your subscription has run for 2 months, you can cancel it on or before the 15th of the month to end that same month.
- If you cancel after the 15th of the month, your subscription will finish at the end of the following month. 

* The transaction fee is set by Stripe, who process our online payments. The current fee is 1.4% +20p per transaction, however this may change and is outside of Sussex Canines' control. As a guide, if you were to book an 8 week course for £96.00 the transaction fee would be £1.54.
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