Dog Sports/Tricks Classes
(Starting Every 6 weeks)
Trick Training
Learning disguised as pure fun and a better bond with your dog.
Is this you?
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Want to do more with your dog beyond basic sit and stay?
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Looking for something that's genuinely fun for both of you?
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Have a clever dog who needs more mental challenge?
What you'll get from this class:
Trick training isn't just party pieces; it's one of the best ways to build your dog's confidence, focus, and enthusiasm for learning.
From crowd-pleasing classics to genuinely useful everyday skills, we use positive reinforcement to create a dog who's excited to engage with you.
Great for shy dogs who need their confidence boosted, clever dogs who need more challenge, and any team looking for a joyful connection.
You'll come away with: a repertoire of impressive (and practical) tricks; a dog who's more engaged and enthusiastic; and the training skills to keep building at home. A Trick Dog Title or two if that's your goal!
Suitable for all levels from 4 months+
Intro to Scentwork
Tap into the superpower your dog was born with.
Is this you?
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Have a busy-brained dog who's always switched on and hard to settle?
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Want to do something genuinely different together?
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Looking for an activity that works for any age, breed, temperament or fitness level?
What you'll get from this class:
Scentwork is one of the most enriching and calming activities you can do with your dog, because it lets them do what they were built to do: use their nose.
In this introductory class, your dog learns to search for a target scent, build independent problem-solving skills, and focus in a new way.
Afterwards, many dogs are noticeably calmer and more satisfied.
It's remarkably inclusive, brilliant for anxious dogs, older dogs, recovering dogs, and high-drive dogs alike.
You'll come away with: a dog who can search and indicate on a target scent; an activity you can practice anywhere; and a new appreciation for just how extraordinary your dog's nose really is.
Prerequisite: For dogs 4 months+ and have completed at least one other class with Active Dogs or equivalent elsewhere.
This class is for experienced dogs and handlers to build skills
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Must have completed 1-2 Intro classes and/or currently be competing or at a level that could compete
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Vehicle/Container/Interior/Exterior/Active Searches
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Clove/Cedar (other odours on request)
Scent Club
Agility – Foundations
Speed, teamwork, and a whole lot of tail-wagging.
Is this you?
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Want to try something active and exciting together?
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Looking for a sport that builds your dog's confidence and your communication?
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Curious about agility but not sure where to start?
What you'll get from this class:
This class is all about having fun and building confidence, not competition pressure. Your dog will learn to safely navigate tunnels, jumps, and beginner-friendly obstacles while you develop the handling skills and body language that make agility a genuine team sport.
We keep class sizes small so every dog gets real attention and no one waits around.
You'll come away with:
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A dog who moves confidently through basic agility obstacles
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Foundational handling skills
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The building blocks for the Agility Club (skills class) if you want to keep progressing.
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Plus, get to run a 9-obstacle course in week 6.
Prerequisite: You must have completed at least one class or have equivalent skills from elsewhere.
Dogs must be human and dog-social and have a good recall.
Dog Registration and Microchipping
All dogs over the age of 3 months attending classes are required to be registered and microchipped
(unless otherwise informed)
(Schedule 1 of the Dog Control Act 1996)
All dogs must be fully vaccinated to attend classes or 1:1 coaching
Puppies attending Preschool - must have had at least the 1st vaccination
Cancellation Policies
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If you need to reschedule or cancel, please give at least 48 hrs notice:
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Up to 72 hours before the class - Refund minus the administration fee of $25
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36-72 hour notice - refund of 50% cost of the course
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No refund if cancelling within 36 hours of the start of the class
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No refund after completion of the first session and inability to continue to full course completion
If cancelling before 48hrs of the start of the class, please let us know if you would like to postpone your spot to a class later in the year - Extra administration fee of $25
Please Note:
We do not work with any of the following Behaviour challenges:
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Agression - towards humans, dogs or other animals
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Separation Anxiety
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Resource Guarding
(We will refer these cases on to a veterinary behaviourist)