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.

Puppy Play Group
Age | 10 - 16 Weeks |
Duration | 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
This 4-week program supports puppies during their critical learning stage with gentle socialisation, confidence-building, and practical skills for the whole family.
Includes a ‘learn to swim’ session in our heated indoor doggy pool to create positive early experiences with water.
Socialisation

Puppy Kinder
Age | 4 - 8 Months |
Duration | 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
A full-day program for older pups to build social skills, grow in confidence, and work through common early challenges like separation anxiety—all in a safe, supportive setting.
We focus on positive socialisation with gentle exposure to new dogs, people, and everyday situations.
Socialisation

Puppy Preschool
Age | 8 – 16 Weeks |
Duration | 1hr Session (4x) |
Our 4-week puppy school offers a fun, supportive space for you and your pup to learn together in a group-class setting.
Using modern, fear-free training, we help you and your puppy get off together on the right paw.
Learning

Puppy
Advanced School
(Coming Soon)
Age | 16 Weeks & Over |
Duration | 1hr Session |
Ideal for dogs over 8 months who missed early socialisation or need extra help with manners.
This class offers a supportive, structured environment to build confidence together with their peers.
Learning

Behaviourist Consultaiton
Age | All Ages |
Duration | Min. of 60 mins |
Some pets find it easy to navigate our human world, while others need extra support.
Our behaviourist will help you understand how your pet experiences their environment, so you can communicate more effectively and work together to address behavioural challenges.
Behaviour Consult

Puppy Swim
Age | All Ages |
Schedule |
• 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Monday to Saturday
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• 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday
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VetLand’s Puppy Swim sessions are specially designed for pups who are starting their water journey. These DIY swim sessions support physical well-being while building confidence and body awareness in a safe, supervised space.
Whether your puppy is overcoming fear or just needs gentle joint movement, our magnesium-enriched pool offers a soothing, joint-friendly environment...
Water Activities

Water Play
Age | All Ages |
Schedule |
• 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Monday to Saturday
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• 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday
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Water Play is VetLand’s all-out aquatic adventure—perfect for dogs who already love the water or need a new way to burn energy, de-stress, and stay fit. These sessions blend exercise and enrichment in one joyful splash fest.
Our 12m x 3m pool is open daily and built with dog-safe design, including a special ramp, flotation gear, and calm supervision. Pet parents stay poolside to guide and cheer on every splash, bounce, and wiggle...
Water Activities

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!

where to find us
VetLand Hospital and Emergency
Emergency Veterinary Hospital
Call Us: (03) 8595 6655
Location: 619 Whitehorse RD, Mitcham