Puppy Training
Molly’s puppy training programs cover everything from preparing for your puppy’s arrival to group classes, private sessions and socialisation. Each service is designed to build strong foundations, foster good habits, and cultivate a confident, well-adjusted puppy.
Find the Right Training Path for Your Puppy.
Each puppy is unique, and so are the training options Molly provides. From early preparation to foundation skills, personalised sessions and socialisation, these programs are designed to help your puppy grow into a confident, well-balanced companion.
Puppy Foundation School (8–16 Weeks).
Give your puppy the best start during their most important learning stage.
Designed for puppies aged 8 to 16 weeks, this four-week group class focuses on confidence, socialisation, early manners and balanced, positive training. It’s the perfect foundation for a calm, well-adjusted dog.
What will your puppy learn?
Sit, drop, stay, come
Healthy play skills and understanding interactions
Focus and manners in a group environment
Toilet training, mouthing, jumping and biting
Socialisation with puppies and humans
Leash manners and early recall training
Program Details.
Puppy Foundation School includes four weeks of face-to-face classes, course materials and a graduation certificate. Puppies must have received their first vaccination to attend.
Cost.
$250 for the four-week program.
Locations & Times.
North Road Veterinary Centre
Sundays, 9:00 a.m.
Bentleigh
Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.
Preparing For Your Puppy.
Start strong with guidance tailored to your home and lifestyle.
Welcoming a new puppy is exciting, but the early days can feel overwhelming. This 2-hour in-home consultation helps you set up your space, understand first-week behaviours and build routines that support a calm, confident start for your puppy.
What’s included?
Sleep and feeding
routines
Exposure to people, dogs and new environments
Setting boundaries and early structure
Your puppy’s first
day and night
Toilet
training
Gentle handling and leadership
Puppy-proofing your
home and garden
Understanding early
puppy behaviours
Early socialisation essentials
Program Details.
This session is ideal before your puppy arrives or in their first weeks at home. You’ll receive personalised recommendations and clear steps to help your puppy settle quickly and confidently.
Cost.
$250 for the two-hour program.
In-Home Puppy Training.
Personalised support right where real life happens — at home.
Molly’s in-home training options give you tailored guidance for your puppy’s individual needs. Whether you want focused help with specific behaviours or a complete, structured program, these sessions ensure you’re supported every step of the way.
Single Puppy Session
A one-hour session designed to help you fine-tune specific behaviours or address early challenges. Molly will address your main concerns and provide you with practical steps to continue training confidently at home.
Includes helpful training resources.
Cost.
$200/hr.
Puppy Package — 4 × 1-Hour Sessions.
A complete, four-session program covering the A–Z of early puppy training. Each session is customised to your puppy’s age, behaviour and development, helping you build strong foundations and reliable skills at home.
What will your puppy learn?
Sleep and feeding
routines
Digging and destructive
behaviour
Jumping up
Independence training & preventing separation anxiety
Grooming
preparation
Crying, whining and barking
for attention
Loose leash
walking
Toilet
training
Mat/place
training
Confidence
building
Setting boundaries and
daily routines
Basic obedience:
come, sit, down, stay
Mouthing, biting
and chewing
Leave it /
drop it
Relationship-building
skills
Program Details.
This package includes ongoing support throughout your program — you can reach out at any time for guidance.
Cost.
$700 for the program.
Puppy Socialisation Meet-Ups
Build confidence and social skills in a safe, positive environment.
These sessions complement your puppy’s training by providing guided opportunities to interact with other dogs and people. Each meet-up focuses on appropriate play, calm behaviour and exposure to new sights, sounds and environments.
What Your Puppy Will Learn:
Healthy, age-appropriate play
Reading and responding
to canine body language
Handling new environments and distractions
Early recall and
impulse control
Confidence around
dogs and humans
Settling and calming
skills
Program Details.
These casual, supportive sessions are ideal for reinforcing socialisation between formal classes.
Cost.
$35 per hour.
Schedule.
Please check Molly’s Instagram for upcoming dates.
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Happy owners, happy dogs.
Here’s what a few of our clients have shared after working with Molly.
Marianna
Molly helped us with Millie’s jumping, nipping and toilet training. Her advice was a game changer — I wish we’d called sooner!
Rebecca A
As a first-time dog owner, Molly gave me the confidence and tools to settle and train Tilly. Her ongoing support has been amazing.
Deborah B
Molly gave us practical tips that made an immediate difference with our cheeky puppy. Highly recommend an at-home visit.