Zeki Pups

08/09/2024

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Puppy 1 course Thursday 17:15 in Tokai

Email [email protected] for more information about how to join.

Class taught by COAPE DipCABT Animal Practitioner.

Why is it important to choose a qualified behaviourist to teach your puppy?

To many people puppy class is just about letting their puppy run around and play but in reality. Puppy course is the most vital class you and your puppy will attend. It is the basis and foundation for all future work and socialisation.

As behaviourists we will recognise any potential issues your puppy might have. Yes often potential behaviour issues are noticeable to us behaviourists from a very young age. By attending classes with qualified trainers you and your puppy are set up to get the best possible start.

So next time you looking for a puppy school. Ask yourself the question "How far can this school help me?" Can they assist and support me through every step of my puppies journey into adult and beyond.

Heather Edwards
COAPE DipCABT
Animal Practitioner

Behavioural consultation and Training training f

08/09/2024

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Highlights from Life Skills classes. Ages 4.5- 10 months

Zeki Pups runs Life skills classes on

Wednesday 17:15 in Tokai (next monthly course starts 2nd October)

Sunday morning in Diep River (Next 6 week course starts 13th October)

NEW Thursday life skills class will start on 3rd October at Tokai venue. 18:10 Time slot

Email [email protected] for more information

06/09/2024

Good simple article about canine adolescent period

Adolescence occurs between six months and 18 months of age—a time when guardians typically struggle the most with their dogs. Some guardians are so overwhelmed and underprepared for this developmental stage of their dog’s life, they choose to surrender the dog to a local shelter or rescue group. In a recent study published in the Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science found that the majority of the surrendered dogs (47.7 percent) ) were between 5 months and 3 years of age (M.D. Salman,John G. New, Jr.,Janet M. Scarlett,Philip H. Kass,Rebecca Ruch-Gallie &Suzanne Hetts, 2010)

The neurobiology of adolescence is fascinating, with some key events that alter both the structure and function of the brain.

During canine adolescence, changing s*x hormones effect the animals stress responses. Adolescent dogs have a decreased ability to process information they are receiving from the environment including the presence of dogs, vehicles, people, or really anything around them. They behave in ways that might feel frustrating or upsetting for the dog’s person.

The connectivity between the frontal cortex (responsible for decision making) and amygdala (responsible for emotional processing) decreases, resulting in less behavioral control. We see increased risk taking and more sensitivity to fear.

So what does this mean? This could mean that what was once no big deal to the dog now feels scary; what was once easy to do is now stressful; what once made sense is now confusing. At times, the world can feel like ‘too much’ for the adolescent dog.

As your puppy undergoes this transition into adulthood their inner world is intense, even chaotic. Many pet owners experience an increase in undesirable behavior and find themselves becoming increasingly frustrated. In turn, our own frustration and impatience can cause us to act unpredictably. This adds to our puppy’s inner turmoil. When the inside and the outside are both unpredictable it can be difficult for our dogs to adjust.

If you have an adolescent dog, what can you do? You can give your dog the time and space to observe what is going on around them when on leash at a distance away from the activity when possible. You can give your dog long walks to sniff and explore in nature, giving their brain time to decompress. You can offer your dog a quiet space to sleep so that they can consolidate memories effectively. You can continue training various skills, breaking them down into easier steps that can be generously reinforced.

By understanding what our adolescent dog is experiencing we gain greater compassion and understanding. When we approach adolescence with patience we create a world that is predictable and gentle so our puppies grow up to be their best adult selves.

06/09/2024

Puppy one class on Thursday 17:15 in Tokai

Email [email protected] to join us 💛

R900 for 6 week course consisting of 1 hour lesson per week.

Class taught by COAPE DipCABT Animal Practitioner.

Beautiful and safe venue. In class we cover everything from socialisation, confidence building, introduction to obedience and so much more.

04/09/2024

Beautiful evening for training at Zeki Pups

Spring evenings are coming 🌞

Email [email protected] for more information about classes we offer here at Zeki Pups

19/08/2024

2 placements available for Wednesday Life Skills class in Tokai in September

Start date: 4th September
Time 17:15
Ages 4.5 - 10 months

Email [email protected] book your spot

18/08/2024

Sunday Diep River class. Firs lesson done and dusted ❤️

13/08/2024

Email [email protected] to book your spot

Cut off date for enrolment 16 August 4pm

07/08/2024

3 spots left in Sunday 10am class starting on 18 August.

Next course only starts 6 October.

04/08/2024

Zeki Pups New Life Skills class at Talliwags in Diep River. Sunday morning. First class starts 18 August. Sunday 10am

Life skills class is about building a bond with your puppy through training and confidence building. All training is positive reinforcement methods.

Here we testing out the awesome venue with passed Zeki Pups dogs Maia and Ava ❤️

Classes available at Diep River venue

Puppy 1
Under 18 weeks
Judy Post COAPE Behaviourist
[email protected]
Wednesday 16:30

Zeki Pups Life skills (adolescent puppy)
Puppies 5- 10 months
Heather Edwards COAPE Behaviourist
[email protected]
Sunday 10am

Talliwags is also a great place open to public for private hire for great quality time with your dogs. Check out their page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560581211333&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Full List of Zeki Pups classes available in previous posts on page

01/08/2024

Private puppy lesson with this golden boy 💛

01/08/2024

Puppy 1 class. All super Pups

Puppy 1 is on Thursday at 17:15 at Tokai venue

Full List of available classes:

Puppy 1
8 weeks to 17 weeks
Thursday 17:15 Tokai venue
6 week course. Open enrolment.

Tokai Junior life skills

18 weeks to 10 months
Wednesday 17:15 Tokai venue
New intakes monthly. Next course starts 7th August

Diep River Junior Life skills

5 months to 10 months
Sunday 9am. Diep River venue. Indoor venue!
Course runs for 6 weeks. Course starting 18 August

30/07/2024

New Adolescent puppy class available at Zeki Pups! SUNDAY MORNING IN DIEP RIVER.

Full List of available classes at Zeki Pups:

Puppy 1
8 weeks to 17 weeks
Thursday 17:15 Tokai venue
6 week course. Open enrolment.

Tokai Junior life skills
18 weeks to 10 months
Wednesday 17:15 Tokai venue
New intakes monthly. Next course starts 7th August

Diep River Junior Life skills
5 months to 10 months
Sunday 9am. Diep River venue. Indoor venue!
Course runs for 6 weeks. Course starting 18 August

Please email [email protected] to book spot. Placements are limited for Junior life skills classes.

29/07/2024

Lately at Zeki Pups. Taking photos in winter light is sometimes impossible 🙈

07/06/2024

All ready for class yesterday evening ♥️ Beautiful venue for class.

Places are still available for Life skills class on Wednesdays at 17:15 starting on 12 June. Puppies 5 - 10 months

Puppy 1 course is a continues enrolment system. Puppies 8 to 18 weeks.

Please email [email protected] for more information

04/06/2024

Started date for junior life skills changed to 12 June!

Heather Edwards
COAPE DipCABT
Animal Practitioner

Behavioural consultation and Training training f

03/06/2024

Placements still available ❤️

Heather Edwards
COAPE DipCABT
Animal Practitioner

Behavioural consultation and Training training f

27/05/2024

Dog and puppy training. Tokai Cape Town

JUNE placements available for

LIFE SKILLS CLASS

Wednesday 17:15 (Dogs aged 4.5 - 8 months)

Started date: 12th June

R550 per month for 4 lessons.

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PUPPY ONE COURSE - CONTINUOUS ENROLMENT

Thursday 17h00

Puppies 8- 17 weeks

Cost R850 for 6 week course consisting of 1 hour lesson per week.

VENUE IS LIT IN WINTER

Classes taught by COAPE DipCABT Animal Practitioner Heather Edwards

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Behavioural consultation and private training available as well - Prices available on request

Contact [email protected] to book your spot or for more information or what's app 072 100 14 74 with your email address and which class you would like to apply for.

Heather Edwards
COAPE DipCABT
Animal Practitioner

Behavioural consultation and Training training f

17/05/2024

Puppy 1 class learning about puzzle toys

10/05/2024

Force is never the answer! Excellent article that explains the downfall of forceful training methods

24/04/2024

Dog and puppy training. Tokai Cape Town

MAY placements available for

LIFE SKILLS CLASS

Wednesday 17:15 (Dogs aged 4.5 - 8 months)

Started date: 1ST MAY

Thursday 18:15 ( Dogs aged 9 months and up)

Started date 2ND MAY

R550 per month for 4 lessons.

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PUPPY ONE COURSE - CONTINUOUS ENROLMENT

Thursday 17h00

Puppies 8- 17 weeks

Cost R850 for 6 week course consisting of 1 hour lesson per week.

VENUE IS LIT IN WINTER

Classes taught by COAPE DipCABT Animal Practitioner Heather Edwards

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Behavioural consultation and private training available as well - Prices available on request

Contact [email protected] to book your spot or for more information or what's app 072 100 14 74 with your email address and which class you would like to apply for.

23/04/2024

Hi Everyone

Doing a bit of a survey here:

What type of dog training courses would you like to be available for you and your dog to attend?

What would you like your dog to learn?

Comment down below 🐕

Heather Edwards
COAPE DipCABT
Animal Practitioner

Behavioural consultation and Training training f

19/04/2024

A, few highlights of Zeki Pups various classes over past few weeks

Awesome watching these dogs growing over the weeks and months they have spent here at Zeki Pups

If you would like to know more about classes offered please contact us at [email protected]

08/04/2024