A structured start for calm, confident, and reliable family dogs · £399
A structured, in-home puppy training programme designed to build confidence, engagement, and essential life skills during the most important developmental window, before problems appear.
By the end of the programme, owners have a clear structure, communication system, and routine in place, and puppies are prepared to progress into adolescence with stability rather than conflict.
What this programme is
The Puppy Foundations Programme is a structured early-development training package designed for puppies before adolescence, when learning capacity and adaptability are at their highest.
Rather than reacting to behavioural issues later, this programme focuses on:
building confidence and emotional stability
developing engagement and motivation
establishing early boundaries and calm routines
laying the groundwork for reliable behaviour at home and outdoors
This is not about drilling commands.
It is a guided foundation for the dog you want to live with long-term.
Who this programme is for
Puppies ideally starting between 8 and 12 weeks of age
Puppies no later than 16 weeks, subject to developmental suitability
First-time owners who want to start correctly
Families seeking calm structure rather than trial-and-error
Owners planning to continue training beyond puppyhood
This period represents a critical developmental window. Gaps here are the hardest to undo later.
What’s included
4 focussed private training sessions (Typically 45 minutes & once per week)
2 short follow-up virtual sessions in the couple of weeks after the programme
In-home sessions (we come to you)
Training adapted to your puppy, household, and lifestyle
Practical, real-life exercises, not classroom drills
Clear guidance on boundaries, engagement, and daily routines
Sessions are structured around:
confidence and environmental exposure
engagement and motivation
calm handling and early boundaries
early manners and loose-lead foundations
attention, impulse control, and core cues
Progression beyond is assessment-led, not fixed. Sessions adapt as your puppy develops.
How this fits into long-term training
Once foundations are in place, puppies can transition seamlessly into further training. There is no obligation to continue; the pathway is simply available if you choose.
Age & timing requirements
This programme is designed for puppies before adolescence, during the most important foundational window.
Once adolescence begins, a different training framework is more appropriate and effective.
Puppies should ideally start the programme between 8 and 10 weeks of age, and no later than 16 weeks, subject to developmental suitability.
Sessions are delivered weekly or bi-weekly to support learning and consolidation.
To preserve developmental relevance, the programme must be completed by 22 weeks of age (approximately 5½ months).
Puppies starting later may be better suited to our standard training or behaviour services.
Validity & scheduling
Sessions are scheduled manually after purchase
Availability: Monday–Saturday, 9:30am–6:30pm
Occasional virtual sessions may be used where appropriate
Important
This programme is designed for early-stage puppies only.
It is not suitable for dogs with established behavioural issues, aggression, or anxiety patterns.
Missed or late-cancelled sessions may be counted as used (see Terms & Conditions).