Puppy classes that actually work
in real life
For gundog puppies and their crosses
Labradors, spaniels, cockapoos and labradoodles.
Rolling start dates. No waiting weeks to begin.
If you’d rather get it right early than fix it later, you’re in the right place.
Feeling stuck with your puppy? You’re not alone.
Join our small, supportive puppy classes & start making real progress from day one.
If you’ve got a puppy, you’ve probably already realised how much conflicting advice is out there. One person tells you to ignore it, another says correct it... and before long you’re second guessing everything.
You’re not doing anything wrong — you’ve just not been shown what actually works yet.
- “Why won’t they stop biting me?”
- “Why are they constantly on the go and just won’t settle?”
- “Why do they grab things and run off like it’s a game?”
- “Why won’t they come back when I call them?”
- “Walks feel more stressful than enjoyable”
Raising a puppy can feel overwhelming, especially when nothing seems to work the way you expected.
You try one thing, then another, and somehow it just gets more confusing.
This is exactly what we help with in our puppy classes in Reading — giving you clear, practical steps so things start to feel easier, not harder.
Designed for gundog puppies and their crosses who need more than generic training.
If you’ve already done puppy classes and something didn’t quite feel right, you’re not the only one.
Most puppy classes teach what to do in a session.
We focus on what actually works when you get home.
You’re doing better than you think. Let us help with the bits that feel hard!
Puppy Classes in Reading, Berkshire & South Oxfordshire.
We run small, supportive puppy classes in two convenient locations:
Mapledurham
Beautiful rural setting.
Saturday & Sunday mornings, plus Wednesday evenings.
Sulhamstead (near Burghfield & Mortimer)
Saturday mornings.
Both locations are easy to reach from Caversham, Tilehurst, Calcot, Henley, Thatcham and surrounding areas.
With rolling start dates and small, expert-led groups, you can get started as soon as you’re ready — no waiting weeks for a course to begin
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What we cover in classes:
Our puppy training classes in Mapledurham and Sulhamstead are designed to grow with your puppy, so you are not left wondering what to do next.
🐾 Level 1 – Foundation Puppy Training (£120, 4 weeks)
The essential skills every puppy needs, with a focus on confidence-building and problem prevention.
🐾 Level 2 – Progression Puppy Training (£120, 4 weeks)
Building on foundations with more distractions, distance, and duration to improve reliability.
🐾 Level 3 – Advanced Puppy Training (£120, 4 weeks)
Perfecting skills in real-world settings, including off-lead reliability, advanced recall, and impulse control.
With the flexibility to complete levels back-to-back or take a break between them, our classes adapt to your schedule. Whether you’re in Reading or nearby villages like Mapledurham and Sulhamstead, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
“Training isn’t a one-size-fits-all journey – we’re here to meet you where you are.”
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What will you and your puppy learn and why it matters:
Most puppy training focuses on commands.
We focus on what actually makes day-to-day life easier.
Your puppy might sit beautifully in a calm environment…
But outside, with real distractions, it can feel like none of it transfers.
Because it’s not about whether your puppy can do something.
It’s about whether they can make good choices when it matters.
Even if you’ve had dogs before — especially Labradors or spaniels — you might be noticing this one feels a bit different. Training has moved on, and so has our understanding of behaviour.
In our classes, we focus on the skills owners struggle with most:
- Coming back when you call them — even when something more exciting is happening
- Walking nicely on the lead — without pulling or switching off
- Not grabbing things and running off with them
- Settling at home — instead of being constantly “on”
- Greeting people calmly — without jumping up
- Letting go of things safely — without it turning into a game
- Feeling relaxed being handled — for vets and grooming
- Staying focused on you — even around distractions
Plus: guided puppy play, so you’re not left guessing what good socialisation actually looks like.
This is practical, real-life training — the kind that makes living with your puppy feel easier, calmer, and far more enjoyable.
Join our small, supportive classes and get clear guidance, real progress, and reassurance from people who genuinely understand what you’re going through.
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What our Clients say:
"Absolutely essential!
We’ve learnt so much and have enjoyed putting it into practice and showing off our newly learnt skills! The support both in class and out has been absolutely essential in helping us through these first few months and as a first time puppy owner Tash has really helped reassure me about what’s normal and how to approach different situations.
Rachael & Freddie"
"So proud!!
Classes with Tash have been fun and we’ve learnt so many essential skills to help our 5 month old puppy Mika from walking off lead, settling on her mat, recall, game ideas for enrichment and so much more. Highly recommend!"
"Reassured & Happier
I had a list as long as my arm of questions for Tash, and they were all answered during our session, whilst Rosie sat like an Angel at Tash's feet.
I had a little emotional moment when I realised I had been overthinking pretty much everything, and Rosie and I are both much happier for having that session.
Clare and Rosie"
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Frequently asked questions:
What age can my puppy start?
Puppies can join as soon as they’ve had their vaccinations. Starting early makes a big difference — it’s much easier to build good habits from the beginning than fix things later.
What do the classes cover?
We focus on the skills that make everyday life easier with your puppy — recall, loose lead walking, polite greetings, ‘drop,’ ‘leave it,’ settling, and staying focused on you, even around distractions.
Where and when are the classes held?
We run classes in two convenient locations:
Mapledurham (RG4) — Saturday and Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings.
Sulhamstead (RG7) — Saturday mornings
Both locations are easily accessible from Reading, Caversham, Henley, Tilehurst, Calcot, Burghfield, Mortimer and surrounding areas.
Do you have set start dates, or can we join anytime?
We have rolling start dates, so you can join as soon as there’s a space available. No long waits — you can get started when you’re ready.
What happens if I miss a class?
Life happens — and you won’t fall behind.
Because our classes run on a rolling system, you can simply attend the topic you missed when it comes around again. That means your puppy still gets the full experience, without the pressure of trying to “catch up” on your own.
Who can attend the classes?
We encourage the whole family to come along. The more consistent your puppy’s learning is at home, the quicker you’ll see progress.
Why choose our classes?
Our classes are designed by a behaviourist who specialises in working with gundogs and their crosses, alongside a gundog trainer who understands how to give these dogs appropriate outlets for their natural instincts.
That means we don’t just teach skills — we help you channel your puppy’s energy, drive, and focus in a way that actually works in a home environment.
With a strong focus on prevention, we help you avoid common issues before they start, rather than trying to fix them later.
Most puppy classes teach commands. We show you how to live with a gundog brain in a pet home.
You won’t be left guessing what to do — you’ll have clear, practical guidance every step of the way.
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