Dogs Matter – A New Puppy

Course Overview

Raising a Puppy can be a joyous time, however there are hurdles that all puppy owners experience from time to time that cause owners concern and worry.

This course will help the new puppy owner better manage the settling of their puppy, learn how to commence training to achieve appropriate behaviours.

The attendees will also learn about care, nutrition and the stages puppies go through from Puppyhood to Adolescence. The course is a must for new puppy owners and those who have forgotten what it is like to have a new puppy in their home.

We will cover everything you ever wanted to know from sleep to toilet training, how to manage children and the puppy at home, introducing your friend to the big wide world.

We will also cover theory about how puppies learn and what to look out for in respect of problems.

We will give the new dog owner confidence and knowledge to solve issues that present now and into the future!

Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!

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What you will learn

Course outline

By the end of this workshop you will have learnt about

  • Puppy Stages from Birth to Adolescence
  • How dogs learn
  • Daily care routine
  • Discussion on a suite of puppy issues – toilet training, biting, reactivity, crying
  • Health issues – when to see the vet
  • Parasites and worms
  • Ticks and other creatures of concern
  • Separation Anxiety – leaving puppy alone
  • Learning positive dog training
  • Tricks of the trade!
  • And so much more!

Course outcome

By the end of the course the attendee will be more confident in managing a new puppy, understanding how dogs learn and how to engage with their new puppy to build a solid and trusting relationship. The attendees will go away with tools to help – some tricks of the trade!!

What you need to know

Entry requirements

No prior experience needed!

Completion of the Pre-Questionnaire provided by the college if possible before the commencement of the workshop.

What you need to provide

  • All course material is provided and inclusive with course fees
  • Notepad and pen

Other information

Please note:

  • Coffee, tea and milk are provided

Class details

Start Date01 March 2025
End Date01 March 2025
Sessions1
DaysSat
Time9:00am - 12:00pm
TutorNarelle Brown

$110

Delivery Mode

To meet the needs of our students Macquarie Community College balances delivery and engagement across permanent, regular and temporary delivery sites and offer face-to-face, remote zoom classes and self-paced learning options.

Ways to Study

  • On campus

Our college campus locations are:

    • Blacktown
    • Chatswood
    • Carlingford
    • Epping
    • Ryde
    • Mt Druitt
  • Virtual classroom
  • Complete workplace training
  • Combine ways to study

FAQ

How you got questions? Please see our comprehensive FAQ page for everything you need to know about Macquarie Community College, our policies, student support, application and enrolment procedures.

How to Enrol

Step 1 - Choose Your Course

  • Select the non-accredited short course you are interested in.
  • Find a day and time that suits your schedule.

Note: Enrolment is open to anyone 18 years or older.

Step 2 - Enrol and Verify

  • Click ‘Enrol Now’ after selecting your course and schedule.
  • Enter your details on the enrolment page.
  • Verify your email through a secure link sent to your email address.
  • Complete the secure checkout and payment process.

Ensure you read the Terms and Conditions available at: Macquarie Community College Terms and Conditions. For assistance, call customer service at 1300 845 888.

Step 3 - Receive Your Enrolment Details

  • You will receive an immediate enrolment confirmation email upon successful enrolment. Check and read the attached Terms and Conditions.
  • The payer of the enrolment will receive a tax invoice immediately after processing.
  • You will receive a course reminder email a day before your class begins.
  • For Online Zoom classes, a Zoom link and password will be emailed the day before class. Use the same link and password for subsequent sessions if applicable.