That “Teenage” Phase, Full of Energy & Testing Boundaries?
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Dogs in Town Alexandria, 266 Mitchell Road, Alexandria
Dogs in Town Marrickville, 55 Addison Road, Marrickville
Dogs in Town Alexandria, 266 Mitchell Road, Alexandria
Dogs in Town Marrickville, 55 Addison Road, Marrickville
Dogs in Town Alexandria, 266 Mitchell Road, Alexandria
Is your dog suddenly ignoring you, pulling on the lead, jumping on everyone, or acting like they’ve forgotten everything they learned?
You haven’t imagined it — adolescence is a real and recognised phase in dog development, usually hitting between 4 and 18 months. Hormones, brain development, and a surge of independence all kick in at once, and even well-trained puppies can seem to regress completely.
Our Teen Dog Class in Sydney is specifically designed for this phase — giving adolescent dogs the structure, focus and consistent training they need to come out the other side as calm, well-mannered dogs. We focus on training adolescent dogs how to behave calmly around other dogs and people, improving their social skills and confidence in various situations.
By the end of the course, your teen dog will be more focused, more obedient, and better behaved, giving you both the confidence to take on new challenges together.
Engagement Exercise: Advanced 'Look' to Get Your Dog's Attention
Wait Cue: Calm Waiting Skills
Release Cue: Teach Your Dog to Wait for Your Permission
Greeting People Calmly: Create a Neutral Association People
Engagement Exercise: Building Value to the Owner
Place Training: Mat Training for Teaching Calmness
Q&A: Education on common teen dog challenges - And your chance to ask questions!
Impulse Control: Boundaries with Food, Treats & Toys
Engagement Exercise: Using Play to Create a Strong Bond
Advanced Place Training
Leash Manners: Basics for Loose Leash Walking
Building a Neutral Association with Other Dogs
Meeting Other Dogs Calmly: Learning the 2 Second Rule
Leash Manners: Passing Other Dogs Calmly
Building Value to the Owner: Recall Away from Another Dog
Greeting Other Dogs: 2 Second Meeting Rule
Greeting a Person Calmly: Walking Up to a Person Calmly
Our Teen Dog Classes in Sydney are for dogs aged 4–24 months who are going through the adolescent phase — easily distracted, selective with recall, testing boundaries, or just bouncing off the walls.
It’s ideal for:
Please note: this class is not suitable for reactive, aggressive, or anxious dogs who cannot focus around other dogs.
Our adolescent dog training classes currently run in Marrickville and Alexandria — check upcoming dates in our booking calendar and book your spot!
Teenage dogs between 4 months and 2 years old can be more energetic and feel a bit stubborn. This adolescent dog training class addresses common adolescent dog behaviours like jumping up, pulling on the leash and getting distracted by distractions, all while reinforcing good manners.
Spaces in our super-popular teenage dog classes fill up fast! Don’t miss the opportunity to help your teen dog develop into a well-behaved, confident companion.
Our teen dog classes in Sydney runs as a group dog training course specifically designed for the 4–24 month age range.
Classes are kept small so every dog gets proper attention alongside the obedience and manners training. This 4-week adolescent dog training course for young dogs gives teenage dogs the structure, focus and consistent obedience work they need to move through that tricky phase.
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Use this form to enquire with us or to book private dog training in your own home and neighbourhood. And remember, you can book our group dog training classes 24h via our easy online booking – You don’t need to use this form for that!
