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Puppy Matters Co

We guide people on how to raise great puppies, from now through to adulthood. We help people to raise great puppy's. From now through to Adulthood
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19/07/2024

Brothers Arlo & Loki during their time out walking yesterday. Both boys are quite keen to spot out the wildlife! 🦆 🦘

11/07/2024

Dogs > jobs 🫶

10/07/2024

Speedy girl Mae building her confidence in the tunnels at Puppy Training!

09/07/2024

Alma on the beautiful trails we get to walk!

03/07/2024

Save your spot!

Our next Puppy Class is starting Monday July 15th. The course runs every Monday night for 6 weeks and in that time you will learn the skills you need to start training your puppy.

We cover essentials like:
- teaching a reliable recall
- loose leash walking
- polite greetings
- building focus and listening

Group sizes are small so you get quality time training. Bookings can be made online or by calling us to save your spot.

02/07/2024

Bree the Brittany on one of her recent walks - how happy does she look!

Bred to hunt and sniff, Bree is often found seeking out and checking all the game trails we pass by - her size does not stop her from keeping up with the bigger dogs either, she's a little pocket rocket and is usually the one setting the pace for adventures when she's out and about!

She's a little ball of fun!

25/06/2024

Sharyn & Steven’s review is a perfect example of why we love helping our clients ~ seeing results that go further than what is taught in class. These reviews make our day 🤗

24/06/2024

Young Primrose on one of her recent adventure walks! Have loved seeing how her confidence is growing each and every walk, she's often now found at the front leading the way for the dogs she's adventuring with 🥰

12/06/2024

Curious about our services? Here are some of the top frequently asked questions we get about our adventure dog walks - this post has all the details you need!

Q1. How do the dogs get to the adventure walk?
A1: We pick up and drop off the dog, included in the service price. Drop off and pick up is outside of the walk time booked, so the dogs will often be out for between 2-4 hours.

Q2: My dog can be nervous around new people and new things, can they be booked for a walk?
A2: Yes! Adventure walks can be a great way to build a dogs confidence. We also have a pool of mentor dogs which can often assist in creating a calm and safe environment for new dogs on their walk. We will always tell you how they go on their walks.

Q3. Do the dogs go off lead?
A3: No. Most places we visit are on leash areas. This minimises the risk of the dogs booked for an adventure encountering off leash dogs. All dogs are on 5m long lines which allows them plenty of room to sniff and move.

Q4: How many dogs can book to go on the same adventure?
A4: Maximum 4 dogs per handler. However most adventures are capped at 3.

Q5: How do I book in?
A5: Bookings can be made through the website. We can also schedule a re-occuring booking to ensure you always get the same spot.

Share with us if there is anything else you'd like to know about our adventure walks! 👇🏼

11/06/2024

Reggie the GSP on his adventure yesterday. This guy just loves his time outdoors & lucky for him, we’re often the only ones walking the trails meaning he gets all the more room to explore and sniff the world around him 🌳

07/06/2024

Today we welcomed Murphy the 10 month old Newfoundland on his first adventure walk 🐶 Isn’t he a beauty!

06/06/2024

Spotlight on ours squad: Meet Juno, our enthusiastic explorer! Juno is a lively and energetic Weimaraner who loves nothing more than hitting the trails. Always leading the way, Juno’s energy and curious nature mean she often pulling ahead, eager to explore what lies around the next bend.

Juno is accustomed to adventuring with her sibling, Ada, and is always happy to make new friends along the way. Her social nature makes her a great companion for any group hike, as she gets along wonderfully with other dogs. Thanks for adventuring with us Juno!

04/06/2024

Our next puppy class will be up and running soon. If you're looking for something to help get you and your puppy ready for Spring adventures, our Puppy Class is a great place to start.

We cover a range of real life skills and provide opportunities to practice in class, but most importantly, we help you build the relationship with your dog so you can go on learning and feel confident doing so.

📸: Gigi practicing recall between her humans.

28/05/2024

These two 😍 Ivy & Ralphie who are not from the same family, just out on an adventure together.

We love it when the dogs we pair together on nature walks just get each other!

22/05/2024

Nothing a little shake & roll can't fix 🤪 Frankie the cocker spaniel having a quick reset between actives

10/05/2024

An offical welcome to Yogi (the older brother) & Kylo (the younger brother), the Golden Retriever duo!

They've recently joined the adventure walks crew and have settled in so well, whether paired with another dog or exploring just the two of them together, they take it all in their stride - such great adventure companions!

We hope you enjoy following along on their adventure times with us ✨✨

09/05/2024

Spotlight on our squad, meet Arlo the Golden Retriever.
He is the embodiment of happiness!

We met Arlo when he joined our Puppy Class, and since then he has continued to grow from an excitable teenager into a sociable adventurer who enjoys exploring along side any of his fellow companions to sniff and walk along the trails.

Thank you for choosing to spend your adventure time with us Arlo!

08/05/2024

Tadzo concentrating on exactly where him and his owner are heading 😎

06/05/2024

4 Mistakes to Avoid With Your New Puppy

1. Thinking puppy behaviours will go away
Not all behaviours puppies grow out of. If you notice things your puppy does that you don’t enjoy, don’t assume it’s a “puppy thing” and they will get over it. Seek help if unsure.

2. Overusing cues before they know the behaviour
Puppies need to learn behaviours and then have a cue associated with the action to avoid confusion. By repeating cues where the puppy hasn’t respond, you risk reinforcing a behaviour that doesn’t match the cue.

3. Assuming they just know how to be alone
Often puppies are coming from having buddies with them 24/7. Don’t wait until you need to leave them alone to start their training on how to be left alone happily and safely.

4. Encouraging over excited socialisation
Yes puppies need to socialise, but sometimes we can encourage over excitement towards other dogs or humans without knowing it.

01/05/2024

Woody absolutley zooming the tunnel in puppy class 😎

29/04/2024

Ivy the Black Lab after her 90 minute adventure walk along the trails 🐾🐾

20/04/2024

Echo being lifted out of bed after a cold and windy night camping 🏕️

08/02/2024

This handsome young lad is Phoenix the Dog Bordeaux, one of the pups in our recent class. His owners are putting in great effort in classes now to ensure they have the skills to continue teaching him as he grows and we just love seeing these kind of moments from pups engaging with their humans during the class activities!

05/02/2024

Things you can do when your dog becomes over threshold in training (or life).

- remove the trigger
- user a higher value reward
- stop, try again another day
- ask for help
- create distance (from the trigger if you know what it is)
- slow down
- make note of the factors around you
- break down the training steps (make it more manageable for your dog)

This is just a selection of ways we can help our dogs when they become over whelmed and it is worth noting that triggers will be individual for each dog and will require an individual response which works best for that dog. Not all triggers are obvious and they can be brought on in different ways.

Understanding your dogs body language can also help you notice where your dogs threshold might be, before they become over threshold.

02/02/2024

Spotlight on our Squad, meet Marlow, the swimmer

Marlow, a 5-year-old Border Collie, is a lover of swimming and a bringer of calm energy.

He's a composed adventurer who enjoys solitary moments but appreciates the company of other dogs. His love for swimming and his calm demeanor make him a valuable and harmonious member of the Puppy Matters Co Adventure team.

Thanks for choosing to adventure with us bud!

30/01/2024

Sui, one of the Border Collie puppies from a recent class 🦊

This gal is super smart and switched on, just as her breed traits would note, a quick learner and keen to work. She learnt skills fast and was so great to see her owner challenge her a small amount each lesson to keep her brain working.

29/01/2024

Grant your dog the freedom to explore at their own pace. Allowing them to sniff allows them to understand their environment, decompress and regulate their stress levels and will provide mental stimulation which is different to physical stimulation which is usually provided through exercise.

Long lines are great for encouraging sniffing and allow dogs to explore safely. While not all walks or spaces are great for using long lines they can be handy to take with you on a walk and use when the time is right. Your dog will definitely appreciate some slow time to stop and sniff where possible!

25/01/2024

Spotlight on our Squad - meet Arthur the Large Munsterlander

Arthur, a Large Munsterlander, is a bundle of energy, showcasing the inherent traits of his breed with his natural desire to hunt and flush birds.

Initially he houses alot of boundless energy but he settles well into his walks, trotting alongside his fellow adventurers to sniff in company.

Helping Arthur meet his needs and seeing him find ful-fillment in exploration makes him a great part of the crew.

Thanks for adventuring with us Arthur!

23/01/2024

This happy boy is Woody, one of the puppies from our recent January class. He's been a superstar for his humans, putting in loads of effort with his training and he's showing them just how much he enjoys working for treats!

22/01/2024

If you're thinking about sending your dog for an adventure walk or considering joining our puppy classes, we welcome you to visit us on a Monday or Tuesday evening before or after our training sessions.

Explore where and how we train, feel free to ask any questions you may have about our walks or classes. If you'd like to bring your dog for a meet and greet, you're more than welcome. We look forward to seeing you if you visit! 🐾

Class times for the next month:
Monday 8th January - 6pm - 7pm
Monday 15th January - 6pm - 7pm
Monday 22nd January - 6pm - 7pm
Monday 29th January - 6pm - 7pm
Monday 15th January - 6pm - 7pm
Monday 5th February - 6pm - 7pm
Tuesday 6th February - 6pm - 7pm

Address

Avenue Road Reserve
Adelaide, SA
5041

Telephone

+61410959673

Website

http://www.puppymattersco.com.au/

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May each day bring your pup some time to laze ☺️ Alma, Jampo and Ivy taking time on their walk on Wednesday to reeeelax! . #dogsadelaide #dogsofadelaide #adelaide #dogdaycareadelaide #dogdaycare #dogsonadventure #ad#adventuredog #adventurewithdogs #decompressionwalk

Winter Adventures often mean we have these tracks to ourselves!

Ada & Juno

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Adventure Pups Ada, Juno, Sheldon, Milo, Jampo & Myrtle out exploring this week! Hope everyone makes the most of this sunshine today! . . Audio licensed from Sound Stripe #adventure #adventurewalks #adelaidehills #adelaideadventure #decompressionwalk #dogtraineradelaide #dogtrainingadelaide #dogtrainingadelaide #adelaidedogs #adelaidedogfriendly #adelaide #dogsofadelaideofficial #dogsofadelaideofficial #puppiesofadelaide #dogfriendlyadelaide #puppymattersco #positivedogtraining

3 Reasons we teach reliable recall

Spend time teaching recall, it's a skill you won't regret! . . #dogtraineradelaide #dogtraining #dogtrainingadelaide #adelaidedogs #adelaidedogfriendly #adelaide #dogsofadelaideofficial #dogsofadelaide #puppiesofadelaide #dogfriendlyadelaide #puppymattersco #positivedogtraining . Audio Licensed from Sound Stripe.

This is a video of Gunther searching for answers…. If you have a puppy or a young dog, and you’re also searching for answers on how to maximise their potential and raise them to fit perfectly into your lifestyle, then follow the link to checkout our 6 Week Course for young dogs! Next courses begin 7th and 8th November https://www.puppymattersco.com.au/6-week-course-sign-up