DOG Behaviour & Training COURSE SCHEDULES
Behaviour & Training Classes are held in different venues during the week.
Please click on the links below to view and download the schedules:
HONG KONG & KOWLOON CENTRE LISTING
Course: A2354 - Puppy Socialization Course
Instructor: Erik
Session: 6 - Class Course
English speaking only
For puppies that are 18 weeks old or under
Member: $2,200 ; Non-member: $2,600
CLASS
CLASS DATES
VENUEClass 1: Theory
May 14, 18:30 - 20:00 (Tuesday)
* Hong Kong Centre 4/FL
Class 2 - 6
May 18 – Jun 15,10:00 - 11:00 (Each Saturday)
* Hong Kong Centre 2/FL Terrace
This class meets once a week for 6 weeks. First class is orientation - Humans Only Please
At least two DHPPiL vaccinations are required and must be given at least 7 days before the second class
Course: B2355 - Large Dog Basic Obedience Course
Instructor: Erik
Session: 6 - Class Course
English speaking only
For dogs over 18 weeks old and weighting over 10kg
Member: $2,200 ; Non-member: $2,600
CLASSCLASS DATESVENUEClass 1: Theory
May 7, 18:30 - 20:00 (Tuesday)
* Hong Kong Centre 4/FL
Class 2 - 6
May 12 - Jun 9,11:30 - 12:30 (Each Sunday)
* Hong Kong Centre 2/FL Terrace
This class meets once a week for 6 weeks. First class is orientation - Humans Only Please
Up to date full DHPPiL and rabies vaccination(for dogs over 5 months old) are required and must be given at least 7 days before the second class
Course: B2352 - Large Dog Basic Obedience Course
Instructor: Lily
Session: 6 - Class Course
Chinese and English speaking
For dogs over 18 weeks old and weighting over 10kg
Member: $2,200 ; Non-member: $2,600
CLASSCLASS DATESVENUEClass 1: Theory
Apr 27, 10:00 - 12:00 (Saturday)
* Tsing Yi Centre 2/F (Room 2)
Class 2 - 6
May 11 - Jun 8,11:30 - 12:30 (Each Saturday)
* Tsing Yi Centre 1/F (Room 1)
This class meets once a week for 6 weeks. First class is orientation - Humans Only Please
Up to date full DHPPiL and rabies vaccination(for dogs over 5 months old) are required and must be given at least 7 days before the second class
Course: C2356 - Small Dog Basic Obedience Course
Instructor: Erik
Session: 6 - Class Course
English speaking only
For dogs over 18 weeks old and weighting under 10kg
Member: $2,200 ; Non-member: $2,600
CLASSCLASS DATESVENUEClass 1: Theory
May 7, 18:30 - 20:00 (Tuesday)
* Hong Kong Centre 4/FL
Class 2 - 6
May 15 - Jun 9,10:00 - 11:00 (Each Sunday)
* Hong Kong Centre 2/FL Terrace
This class meets once a week for 6 weeks. First class is orientation - Humans Only Please
Up to date full DHPPiL and rabies vaccination(for dogs over 5 months old) are required and must be given at least 7 days before the second class
Course: C2353 - Small Dog Basic Obedience Course
Instructor: Lily
Session: 6 - Class Course
Chinese and English speaking
For dogs over 18 weeks old and weighting under 10kg
Member: $2,200 ; Non-member: $2,600
CLASSCLASS DATESVENUEClass 1: Theory
Apr 7, 10:00 - 12:00 (Saturday)
* Tsing Yi Centre 2/F (Room 2)
Class 2 - 6
May 11 - Jun 8,10:00 - 11:00 (Each Saturday)
* Tsing Yi Centre 1/F (Room 1)
This class meets once a week for 6 weeks. First class is orientation - Humans Only Please
Up to date full DHPPiL and rabies vaccination(for dogs over 5 months old) are required and must be given at least 7 days before the second class
* Hong Kong Centre: 5 Wan Shing Street, Wan Chi
* Tsing Yi Centre: 38 Cheung Fai Road, Tsing Yi
This is a great opportunity for you and your puppy (under 18 weeks before the classes begin) to join others and have a terrific time while learning important life skills. Our once-a-week for six weeks course will teach your puppy manners and obedience commands such as sit, down, leave it and stay. We will show you the best ways to overcome common puppy problems, such as play-biting, housetraining, chewing, jumping up etc. Classes even include some supervised play time for your puppy to learn good socialisation skills so join us at the SPCA and give your puppy a head start in life!
Puppies must be under 18 weeks of age and have received their first two DHPPiL vaccinations. We will need proof of this before letting you bring your pet along.
Please note that the first class is theory-based so please leave your dog at home.
This is a fun, beginner-level course designed for well-socialised, adolescent and adult dogs over 10kg. Course content includes obedience commands such as sit, down, stay, come, leave it, loose-leash walking, an introduction to heeling and not jumping up. There is also an emphasis on the prevention of future problems such as handling issues and food bowl guarding.
In order to attend, your dog must be over 18 weeks of age and weigh more than 10kg. Your animal must be fully vaccinated including up-to-date DHPPiL and rabies shots. We will need written proof of these before your dog can start the course.
The courses run for six weeks and each class is an hour long. The first class of each course is a theory class so please leave your dog at home.
This is the same course as the large dog obedience course but with a tiny twist – dogs must be under 10kg.
As with the large dog version, dogs on this course must be over 18 weeks but under 10kg. Your animal must be fully vaccinated including up-to-date DHPPiL and rabies shots. We will need written proof of these before your dog can start the course.
Courses last for six weeks and each class lasts an hour. The first class of each course is a theory class so please leave your dog at home.
Sometimes group classes do not fit your schedule or your dog has a particular issue you would like to address. The SPCA Behaviour & Training department offers private classes, by appointment only, that can solve these issues as well as providing a safe environment if your dog gets stressed around other dogs or humans.
Please contact our team on 2232 5567 for more details.
If your helper takes your dog for walks, or if you enjoy taking your dog out to get some fresh air, then this is the course for you. We’ll teach you and your dog how to loose-leash walk which ensures your animal is always under control and safe, rather than running after cats or sniffing the rubbish on the street.
This is what you’ll learn:
- Why do dogs pull on the leash?
- What is loose-leash walking?
- Attention exercises
- Getting your dog “on the phone”
- Polite passing
- Greeting other people nicely
- Making turns
Places are limited to four students per course so please send us your application form early to avoid disappointment. Certificates are issued on completion of the class.
Frequently Asked Questions :
The SPCA Basic Obedience Dog Training Course gives you the skills to help your dog become a happy, well-behaved and confident companion. This course provides excellent opportunities to practice loose-leash walking in a variety of different situations and, by focusing on a single skill, it will allow both owners and pets to learn faster and succeed through positive reinforcement.
Everyone who takes a dog for a walk is encouraged to join this course.
After completing this course, we recommend you enrol for our Basic Obedience Dog Training Course during which you will learn how to handle and manage your dog in an environment where you need the most control – around other people and other dogs. Once you and your dog have mastered basic obedience training, our intermediate class will introduce you to the wonderful world of clicker training. When done correctly, clicker training enables you to teach your dog almost any behaviour.
We take a step-by-step approach, creating the right kind of environment to teach your dog how to walk on its leash even when it is distracted. We use positive reinforcement techniques which helps dogs learn faster while lots of practice helps both humans and animals master the art.
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HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE DOG B & T COURSES
If you would like to attend one of the courses:
- Fill in the online application form and upload your dog’s vaccination record. Successful applicants will be notified upon receipt of their applications so that they may then proceed with payment.
- Places on each course are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
- Please contact our Training Staff on 2232 5567 or email bt@spca.org.hk for any enquires.
TRAINING VENUES
We offer group courses at two training venues at different times and on different days. Unless stated otherwise, classes meet once a week. Once you have picked a course that is most convenient for you, please contact us to sign up as places fill up very quickly.
The first lesson is theory class, dog attendance is not required (except for the Dog Walking Manner Course). Classes are held in the following centres according to the training schedule:
COURSE FEES
| Prices are per dog | Puppy Socialisation Course & Basic Obedience Course |
INTERMEDIATE COURSE | Dog Walking Manner Course (Domestic Helper) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPCA Adopted* | $2,000 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| SPCA Members | $2,200 | $2,500 | $2,200 |
| Non SPCA Members | $2,600 | $2,800 | $2,600 |
*Please note that the rates for SPCA adopted dogs apply to the first course only and course registration must be within 3 months of adoption.
Discounts
There is a $200 discount for your second dog in the same class.
For enquires, please contact our Training Staff on or email bt@spca.org.hk
BECOME A MEMBER AND QUALIFY FOR SPECIAL MEMBER RATES
You do not need to to be a member of the SPCA to join the Behaviour and Training Classes, but we invite you to become a member in order to qualify for special member rates on all courses – you can do this online right now, or mail in a Membership Form with your payment.
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