Furbuddies offers Basic, Level 1 and Level 2 group dog and puppy training classes.
Basic, Level 1 and Level 2 dog and puppy training classes – fitness for training, and training level will be assessed according to factors such as socialization, ability to follow commands, age etc.
Please read below for more information to find the right training and class fit for your Furbuddies
Our classes run all year round, despite the Cape Town winter rainy season typically Jun – August. We have indoor and outdoor training facilities at both our training venues in Durbanville and Blouberg (Coming soon).
Once enrolled and accepted, we’ll add you to the WhatsApp group for your class and provide information and feedback using the group.
The FurBuddies Academy Training programmes offer so much more than just teaching your dog commands (obedience training). See our blog post for more information.
Training is a great way to bond with your furry friend whilst he grows and adapts to his/her new family structure, teaching foundational basics, socialization, discipline and structure.
Reasons to take your FurBuddies to group training classes:
- It socializes your dog and teaches them good dog manners
- It helps you develop a better relationship and stronger bond with your dog
- It protects your dog from potential danger
- It can prevent your dog from biting
- It protects your home and keeps your pack together
- It breaks bad habits your dog may have picked up along the way and prevents bad habits from forming
Basic (Intro) 4 Week Training and socialization group classes
R 700 per puppy per course (4 weeks)
Non-refundable, full payment on invoice required to secure booking.
Puppy age : 10 weeks to 4 months
Convenient online application for enrollment. Our classes are kept small to ensure that every pup gets enough attention, but do fill up very quickly and the waiting list can be lengthy (+/- 2 months).
Please apply now using the online form sooner rather than later for enrolment to ensure that you secure your spot on the next course.
- Basic commands
- Focus on recall, box/place (Target)
- Socialization and play
- Loose lead walking
Classes are +/- 45 mins to an hour and are held on Saturday mornings. Timeslots vary according to season. The available timeslots and availability are shown on the application form.
If a mid-week evening class would be more convenient, please complete the general enquiry form at the bottom of this page. Should there be enough demand, we would be happy to consider adding a week night evening class.
During the classes we also observe and assess each pup constantly for what may later present as behavioral issues such as reactivity, aggression etc. We’ll give you feedback and can provide 1 on 1 at home consultations outside of the classes if needed.
We will provide a course curriculum as part of your starter pack as well as a homework plan and a journal to keep track of their progress and any concerns you’d like to chat to us about. Dogs, like humans, learn best by repetition.
For an effective long-term outcome, you will need to invest 15 – 30 mins a day doing “homework” with your FurBuddies between weekly classes to cement their skills. Please be prepared to set this time aside – consistency over intensity – every day!
Available training slots will be shown on the application form.
Private Individual Basic (Intro) 4 Week Training
R 450 per puppy per session over 4 weeks
Non-refundable, full payment on invoice required to secure booking.
Puppy age : 10 weeks to 4 months
Available all year round
We offer discounted rates per additional student if there is more than one student that will be trained at the same time .e.g you have two pups or more. They should be more or less the same age and at the same level of age and advancement.
The same curriculum applies as the Basic Puppy training. You will need to have sufficient space in your garden for us to build our mobile obstacle course.
This service operates based on availability, and on weekdays between 08:00 AM and 06:00 PM.
This includes travel to your home within a 5km radius of Durbanville. Outside of this, additional travel will be charged.
If you prefer the Private training, please complete the same application by clicking the button below, but in the “Preferred Class” drop-down, please select Private / Individual and we will contact you to make the necessary arrangements.
Level 1 Training: 6 Week Basic Training and Socialisation course for Puppies between 13 weeks & 6 months
Not currently accepting enrollments – TBA
We recommend this for dogs and puppies that have attended basic training – if not, we advise you enroll for or enauire about the basic training to teach your dog or puppy the most important fundamentals which will provide a much better outcome from more advanced training.
- Command words: Sit, come, Box/Place,Leave,Yes/Free
- Loose lead walking
- Socialisation
- Addressing jumping and chewing
We will provide a course curriculum as part of your starter pack as well as a homework plan and a journal to keep track of their progress and any concerns you’d like to chat to us about. Dogs, like humans, learn best by repetition. For an effective long-term outcome, you will need to invest about 30 mins a day doing “homework” with your FurBuddies between weekly classes to cement their skills. Please be prepared to set this time aside – consistency over intensity – every day!
Level 2 Training: 6 Week Obedience course for Puppies between 6 months and 18 months
Not currently accepting enrollments – TBA
- Basic commands
- Basic Heel work
- Focus on recall, box/place (Target)
- Socialisation
- Addressing adolescent behaviour and issues
We will provide a course curriculum as part of your starter pack as well as a homework plan and a journal to keep track of their progress and any concerns you’d like to chat to us about. Dogs, like humans, learn best by repetition. For an effective long-term outcome, you will need to invest about 30 mins a day doing “homework” with your FurBuddies between weekly classes to cement their skills. Please be prepared to set this time aside – consistency over intensity – every day!
Separation anxiety has become a common issue with dog’s and puppy’s following the COVID epidemic. Fur Parents are now having to return to the office and the dogs and puppies that became accustomed to constant human companionship can be affected. This often leads to behavioral problems such as barking, destructive behaviour etc. Furbuddies are able to assist with this through individual consultation, day care / socialization and training classes.
See our Behavioural Services page for more information.
NB! All our four legged students must have their vet card and have had all the inoculations, deworming etc. (up to date for current age) for the health and safety of all everybody attending classes
Proof of sterilization is required for dogs 6 months of age and over! This is the law in Cape Town.
Group Training classes take place at the Durbanville Sea Scouts Hall in King Street and will be held indoor or outdoor in an enclosed area depending on the weather conditions.
FurBuddies offers Basic, Level 1 and Level 2 dog and puppy group training classes. We also offer 1 on 1 training at your home where your dog or puppy may be more at ease if they struggle with group classes.
The following Terms and Conditions are applicable to all FurBuddies Dog and Puppy training Courses. Please read these carefully and indicate you acceptance on the enrolment form.
Reactivity is assessed at the first session/intro session.
Should your dog/s display any undesirable behaviour then regrettably you will not be able to continue with the group sessions and a home assessment will be arranged followed by one-on-one home sessions.
Please choose from the following to complete your enrolment. We will follow-up with a chat once we’ve received your application.
Basic (4 week) Puppy Training Enrolment Form
Level 1 Puppy Training Enrolment Form (Not accepting enrolments at present)
Level 2 Puppy Training Enrolment form (Not accepting enrolments at present)
If you are unsure which one to choose, you can reach us on the contact details provided or complete the below general enquiry form our click the WhatsApp button to chat to us during business hours.