Congratulations on getting your new puppy! A reminder that the best age for a puppy to leave the litter is 8 weeks. A good breeder should not let the puppies go to their new homes any younger than 8 weeks as the puppies learn so much from their mom and the rest of the litter between 6 and 8 weeks (like not to bite too hard!). You can bring your puppy to our puppy classes from the day you get him or her - there is no need to wait for all inoculations to be completed. The sooner you start socialising your puppy, the better.
We recommend that you don’t get more than one puppy at a time. If you are wanting to get a second puppy, wait at least 6 months after getting your first. If you are considering two puppies or already have two puppies, click here for advice.
If you have not yet chosen your puppy, click here for advice.
Held in a paved enclosure, our puppy classes teach you everything you need to know to help your puppy turn into a confident, manageable puppy. Pups get a chance to run free and socialise, get handled by other members of the class, learn obedience exercises in a fun way using treats and get to clamber over and through safe, puppy-size obstacles. Our classes are suitable for all breeds and sizes of dogs including toy breeds.
You need to make arrangements to continue socialising your puppy with other dogs and people during the week and have the time to commit to at least 15 minutes of training per day. We recommend that your puppy lives inside your home as part of the family. For information on crate training, click here. For help with house training, click here. We also advocate early spaying and neutering (at 5 months). Get your puppy used to being handled from day one. Practise restraining your puppy in your arms every day. Ignore all wriggling and only put him down when he is calm and relaxed. Do not allow anyone (especially children) to play rough with your puppy. Your puppy should wear a collar and tag at all times. You can order an engraved dog tag for your puppy when you sign up for classes for only R25.00.
Class Times and Fees — Saturday afternoons
- 8 — 14 week class 3.30pm – R300 (works out as 6 lessons if you start when your pup is 8 weeks)
- 15 week — 5 month class 1.30pm – R300 (works out as 6 lessons if you start when your pup is 15 weeks)
- 5 — 7 month class 2.30pm – R300 (8 lessons if you start at 5 months. This class is only for pups who have attended one of the younger groups. 5 month old puppies who have not attended our younger classes, join our Beginners Course)
Note: Pensioners pay half of the above fees.
If your puppy is over the class starting age, you can choose to join the balance of that class at the full fee or wait until your puppy is old enough for the next class. (e.g. a 12 week old puppy can join the 8 – 14 week class or wait for the 15 week class). Unfortunately, there is no reduced fee if you do not attend all the sessions and lessons cannot be carried over to the next age group. Please note that pups must be under 18 weeks on the day of joining.
How to pre-register for 8-14 Week Class and 15 Week – 5 Month Class
Complete an online application form and EFT payment or make a bank deposit prior to bringing your puppy to class. Email poof of payment to info@capeprovincedogclub.co.za and bring a copy with you on the day. New pups join the classes every week, these are classes not courses. There is no need to book a place, you can just come along.
Once you have completed the 15 week to 5 month class and you are ready to join the 5-7 month class, you need not fill in any further forms, just EFT payment and come along on the day.
Bank Details
Cape Province Dog Club
Nedbank
Business South Peninsula 1073289117
Branch code 123209.
What to bring:
- Proof of payment.
- A very hungry puppy (do not give lunch)
- A collar and a soft webbing lead. No body harnesses, slip chains or chain leads please.
- For the 5-7 month class, you will require a webbing head collar
- Tasty, soft, pea- size treats e.g. chicken, cheese, viennas, dried sausage, biltong.
- A poo bag to clean up after your dog
Note
All equipmment you will require as well as treats and toys are available at the club.
What to wear:
- Comfortable clothes which you don’t mind getting dirty and do not fall off when you bend over!
- Skirts tend to get in the way of your puppy seeing your face so for ladies, pants are recommended.
- A moon bag or treat pouch in which to keep your treats.
- Closed non-slip shoes
- A weather-proof jacket in Winter
Please note:
- Classes are never cancelled due to bad weather.
- You will need to be able to bend over and kneel on the ground. If you think you might find this difficult, please bring someone along to help you.
Where to Find Us:
Pinelands Primary School
Entrances in Clarendon Road and Central Square
Pinelands
Cape Town
General Notes:
Children are welcome to observe the class but may only handle a puppy if over the age of 10 and accompanied by an adult. Either one of the two signed up handlers can attend classes, you cannot send anyone else in your place.
Please do not bring your puppy to class if he has diarrhoea or Kennel Cough. (Kennel Cough sounds like your pup has something stuck in his throat.)
You will receive a certificate when you pass the assessment at the end of the 5 -7 month class. Once you have completed our Puppy Classes, you can become a member of our club and attend any of our other classes.
Once you have signed up, you are welcome to borrow books from our library. We have an extensive collection of books covering a wide range of doggy topics.
Your Puppies
Send a pic of your new addition to info@capeprovincedogclub.co.za for inclusion in our puppy class gallery.
