Dog obedience training is a positive way to spend time with your pet.  

Under the Dog Control Act 1996, you're responsible for controlling your dog, making sure it behaves appropriately around people and other animals.   

There are a number of Dog obedience trainers available in this district.  We have listed the trainers we are aware of here:

Queenstown

Remarkable Vets - Puppy Preschool Programme

Start your lifelong journey with your new puppy at our Puppy Preschool Programme.  4x hour long sessions focusing on socialisation, basic dog handling and commands and general care. 

Contact:  Remarkable Vets | 03 409 2001

 

Vetent Puppy Preschool - Queenstown

Puppy Preschool at our Queenstown clinic is run by our vet nurse Anna-Marie who has extensive experience and knowledge of Puppy Preschool issues and is passionate to help your new puppy settle into their new home.

Puppies learn to socialise in a safe environment whilst owners can get advice on any issues they may be having settling in their new puppy.

It also introduces your puppy to the vet clinic in a friendly and safe manner. This gives the puppy a positive experience for future visits that they may find stressful.

Contact:  03 442 9977 | queenstown@vetent.co.nz  

 

Wakatipu Dog Agility Club

Wakatipu Dog Agility Club meet 10.30am Saturdays at Jardine Park, Kelvin Heights, also weeknight training over summer. All dogs 12months + welcome. No previous experience necessary.

Dog Agility involves a dog and handler working as a team with the handler guiding the dog around a course of varied obstacles in the quickest possible time. Tunnels, hoops, see-saw, a 7ft A-frame and more! Come and give it a try! First session is free!

Contact: Andrew 027 3375 354 | info@wdac.org.nz | www.facebook.com/wakatipudogagility

 

Queenstown Dog Agility Club 

Fun, social or compete!  We are your local dog agility experts that meet weekly at Lake Hayes A & P Showground.  We train weekends and summer weeknights.

New classes for puppies 4-9months, agility foundation classes for 9months + and full dog agility fun training

Contact: Flip 0277 412020 | www.qdac.org.nz | info@qdac.org.nz | www.facebook.com/queenstowndogagility  

 

Pet First Aid & Training 

Attend a Pet First Aid Course and learn the skills and techniques to deal with emergency situations and gain the knowledge to help your pet.  

Contact: Flip 0277 412020 | www.petfat.co.nz | central2south@petfat.co.nz   

 

Wanaka

Vetlife Wanaka - Puppy Preschool Classes

Engaging, fun and informative classes where you'll learn how to create the foundation your pup needs to become a well-adjusted and well-behaved member of the family.  Classes held every week.

Contact: Vetlife Wanaka | 03 443 6409.

 

Vetent Puppy Preschool - Wanaka

Puppy Preschool at our Wanaka clinic is run by our vet nurses Leah and Hannah. All of our vet nurses have extensive experience and knowledge of Puppy Preschool issues and is passionate to help your new puppy settle into their new home.

Puppies learn to socialise in a safe environment whilst owners can get advice on any issues they may be having settling in their new puppy.

It also introduces your puppy to the vet clinic in a friendly and safe manner. This gives the puppy a positive experience for future visits that they may find stressful.

Contact:  03 443 7262 | aspiring@vetent.co.nz 

 

K9 Mana

Qualified canine behaviourist and Dog Trainer with over 25 years experience. Creating well mannered dogs using the latest force free positive reinforcement techniques.  Private consultations and training intervention for unwanted behaviours. 

Contact:  Mary Chaffey | 0210880881 | k9mana@gmail.com | www.k9mana.co.nz

 

Rehabilitation

Great Treats for Great Mates

Canine Myofunctional Therapist - Specialised K9 Rehabilitation & Natural Dog Goodies. The only qualified dog massage therapist in the lower South Island with over 5 years of professional experience. Specilises in rehabilitation & recovery, joint & muscle function, maintenance & relaxation, aging aspects and sport event & show prep.

Also the creator of Natural Dog Treats which are gluten, wheat, yeast and preservative free. A healthy treat for your four-legged best friend.

Contact: Diana Scott | 0278264323 | Diana@Mates4Life.co.nz | www.Mates4Life.co.nz