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Puppy Academy

 

Puppy Academy

Gentle Starts, Confident Futures

Science-backed training, expert care, and joyful learning in a dedicated space made just for puppies. Support your puppy’s growth with expert-guided training, supervised socialisation, and positive learning in a safe, purpose-built environment.

Happy puppy learning through play during a Puppy Academy training session at VetLand Hospital & Emergency.

Puppy Play Group

Age 10 - 16 Weeks
Duration 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Benefits Early socialisation, and water confidence

A 4-week puppy program building confidence, social skills and family training, plus a positive first swim in our heated indoor dog pool.

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A puppy gaining confidence during water play at VetLand’s Puppy Playgroup program.

Puppy Kinder

Age 4 - 8 Months
Duration 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Benefits Builds confidence and positive social behaviour

A full-day program helping older puppies build confidence, social skills, and overcome early challenges through safe, positive socialisation.

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Vet nurse with pup exploring enrichment activities in Puppy Kinder full-day program at VetLand Hospital & Emergency.

Puppy Preschool

Age 8 – 16 Weeks
Duration 1hr Session (4x)
Benefits Fear-free foundations for confident puppies

A fun, supportive 4-week puppy school using fear-free training to help you and your pup start confidently together in groups.

For more information, call us at (03) 8595 6655

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puppy advanced school

Puppy
Advanced School

Age 16 Weeks & Over
Duration 1hr Session
Benefits Confidence, manners, and positive social skills

A supportive class for dogs over eight months to build confidence, improve manners, and develop positive social skills with peers.

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Older pup enjoying structured training in VetLand Hospital & Emergency’s Behavioural Consultation.

Behaviourist Consultaiton

Age All Ages
Duration Min. of 60 mins
Benefits Clear communication and behaviour understanding

Behaviour consultations help you understand your pet’s world, improve communication, and work together to address behavioural challenges with professional guidance.

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Puppy Swim

Age All Ages
Schedule
• 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Monday to Saturday
• 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday
Benefits
Builds confidence, mobility, and water comfort

DIY puppy swim sessions build water confidence, body awareness, and gentle joint movement in a safe, supervised, magnesium-enriched pool environment.

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Why choose Puppy Academy at VetLand Hospital and Emergency?

  • Developed by veterinarians
  • Purpose-built facility within a controlled & sanitised indoor environment
  • Puppies actually get excited to come back to the vet
  • Carefully controlled group sizes for safety and fun
  • All-inclusive experience: training, play, enrichment, rest, and grooming
  • Graduation goodies, take-home resources, and ongoing support
 

Ready to Raise a Calm, Confident Pup?

Give your puppy the best start with expert guidance, full-day care, and kind, science-backed training—all in one joyful program.

Spots fill fast—book your Puppy Academy session today!

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where to find us

VetLand Hospital and Emergency

Emergency Veterinary Hospital

Call Us: (03) 8595 6655
Location: 619 Whitehorse RD, Mitcham