Dog Training Classes in Johannesburg

By: Kathy Baron

Dogs need to be taught obedience and with so many great dog training schools in Johannesburg, the schools are a great meeting place for dog lovers and those who want to enjoy a happy relationship with their 'best friend'

Dog lovers in Johannesburg will find that a few dog training sessions is all that is needed to allow them to gain control over their furry companion. Dog ownership can be a very fulfilling and enjoyable experience, while on the other hand if man’s best friend is ill-mannered, bothersome and a downright nuisance, this enjoyment will soon turn into despair for both the dog and the dog owner.

Puppies are easier to train, but old dogs still have what it takes

The dog training classes which are offered in Johannesburg are usually held in the city’s many parks, and during the weekends and on the week evenings, diligent dog owners can be seen teaching their furry friends to sit, stay, recall, close, or heel. The best time for dog training classes to begin is while the dog is still in the puppy phase as the pup will be far more conducive to learning and the wide eyed puppy will want to impress their new owners. Older dogs can be trained and the age old saying of ‘you can’t teach an old dog new tricks’ does not hold water and professional Johannesburg dog trainers, after hours of dedicated dog training, will soon have old Fido sitting on command. Older dogs tend to take a little longer than their younger counterparts but with love and support, the aged canine will soon catch on.

Connect with other dog lovers

More than the dog training classes in Johannesburg being ideal classes for dog owners to learn the tricks of the trade and help their newly acquired pups to grow into well disciplined and content dogs, the classes will also permit dog lovers from around the city to meet and mingle long after the classes have ended.

Commonly city dwellers look more for dog obedience training classes, but there are many specialised dog training classes offered in and around Johannesburg which offer training for ‘sight’ dogs which are relied upon by the visually impaired. Other types of specialised dog training, includes, hunting and detection dogs, herding and sheep dog training and rescue dog training.

Visit Furbabies! Furbabies dog training school is located in Auckland Park, Johannesburg and dog owners in areas such as Parkhurst, Greenside, Melville and Westdene will find Furbabies an easy accessible dog training academy. Furbabies offers dog training classes, which include puppy socialization, clicker classes, and advanced training classes. The one on one dog training classes are designed for dogs with specific conditions, or for reactive dogs.

Visit Birch Acres! Birch Acres Dog Training is a non profit dog training facility and the aim of this dog training club is to improve the relationship between owner and dog. Birch Acres offers dog training classes to those in the eastern parts of Johannesburg and canine owners in Bedfordview, Kempton Park and Boksburg will find the dog training classes to be easily accessible.

Families or dog owners who are interested in finding out more about the dog training classes in Johannesburg are urged to contact the above service providers, or view their websites for more information on rates as well as the available dog training classes.

If a dog is unruly and the owner has no authoritative control over the dog, the relationship between the dog and owner will be an unhappy and troublesome one. Locating a professional and experienced dog training facility in Johannesburg will assist dog owners to learn commands on how they can gain control and in so doing, let man (or woman) and dog live happily together. Dog training is never cruel or unkind and in order to teach lessons to the dogs, dog trainers use rewards and praise as incentives.

A dog is unable to learn obedience without being taught and as such dog training classes are a must. With summer upon us, now is the best time to enjoy the fresh air, meet new friends and master the commands that are used in dog obedience training, such as heel, sit and stay.

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By: Kathy Baron

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