Daycare & Training Academy
Advanced Dog Academy Programs to Build Skills & Confidence
Join us for fun and learning as an additional option to our doggy daycare, or as a day training option.
Academy is a 5 week course where you will bring your dog down in the morning to attend a day mixed with training and making some new friends in play time in the afternoon!
During their day, our behavioural trainers will work one on one with your dog to help them practice manners, training skills, work on confidence or follow a custom plan we develop in collaboration with you. In the afternoon they will join their normal daycare group for some fun with their pals.
You are able to bring them most days of the week (Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday), and they will attend once a week for the 5 weeks.
Depending on their individual needs some of the things they may learn are:
- Polite greetings towards dogs when on lead and off lead
- Self-control in exciting environments
- Confidence with a range of sounds textures and different clothing and other items including: hats, walking sticks and objects with wheels
- Nice play and confidence with dogs
- Calm greetings towards new people
- Respond to name, focus and recall even from play
- Remain calm around other dogs
- Understand the difference between nice play and impolite play and only exhibit good play skills
- Wait to be invited to do things or enter doorways
- Go to a mat
- Walk nicely on a lead
- To remain calm and confident and accept grooming, nail clipping and other handling including Vet checks
- Will be able to show confidence, problem solving and the ability to monitor their own emotions
- We will help you with other puppy troubling behaviours such as: chewing, biting, destruction and toilet training.
- Each week when you pick your puppy up we can discuss any issues you may be having at home and help resolve those for you.
Looking for something we haven’t listed? Talk to us, our expert trainers can work on more complicated, specific, or out there behaviours. Using an understanding of fundamental training principles and expert techniques, we can tackle any challenge.
Are you looking for a space that genuinely cares about the wellbeing and progress of your dog?
We’d love to hear from you and see how we can help.
FAQ’s
What is Daycare & Training and how is it different from regular daycare?
Daycare & Training combines the fun and social benefits of regular daycare with focused behaviour support from our experienced trainers. While our standard daycare is great for dogs to play, socialise, and burn energy, the training component adds structure to help dogs develop better manners, impulse control, and confidence. For Adelaide dog owners, this means your dog comes home happy, calm, and easier to manage, not just tired.
What kinds of behaviour improvements can I expect from Daycare & Training?
This program is designed to support dogs in real-life skills like settling, responding to you, and interacting politely with other dogs. Many owners notice that their dogs become more confident in public, easier to walk, better listeners, and calmer at home. Regular daycare being included still provides socialisation and energy release, but the added training helps dogs build consistent habits that translate into everyday life.
My dog struggles with anxiety or low confidence, will this help?
Yes. For dogs who are naturally shy, a bit nervous, or unsure in new situations, Daycare & Training provides a safe, structured environment to build confidence. Our trainers guide interactions, offer reassurance, and help your dog learn how to feel more comfortable and relaxed in social settings.
If your dog needs a bit more guidance and support, you may prefer our Behavioural Rehabilitation Program, but many owners in Daycare & Training Academy notice their dog becomes more confident and comfortable in everyday daycare and home routines.
Can dogs who have struggles in other daycares still join?
Absolutely! Some dogs simply need the right structured training and carefully managed group to feel comfortable. Our Daycare & Training program can support dogs who might have been overwhelmed in other daycares, helping them learn to enjoy social interactions safely and positively.
While we don’t tackle serious behaviour in this service (see our Behavioural Rehabilitation Program for that), we do help dogs build confidence, develop good social habits, and have fun in a controlled setting with one-on-one guidance from a trainer.
Does my dog get one-on-one attention during the training part of the day?
Yes. Each dog receives focused guidance from qualified trainers, tailored to their needs and the behaviours they are developing. During the daycare playtime, dogs also benefit from supervision and structured play, but the Daycare & Training sessions ensure your dog is learning practical skills while having fun, which makes it easier for you to manage their behaviour at home.
What happens if my dog gets overwhelmed or overstimulated during the day?
We always put your dog’s wellbeing first. Your dog will be given time to settle and adjust to the environment before they begin their training.
Dogs who need a break during playtime are guided to a calm, quiet space to rest and reset. We ensure your dog isn’t just physically tired but emotionally balanced. Our owners notice their dogs come home calmer, more relaxed, and better able to cope with everyday life.
How will I know how my dog is progressing?
We provide consistent updates and clear communication about your dog’s day. You will receive a detailed handover and written report after each Daycare & Training day. Trainers share insights into:
- what your dog did well,
- what challenges they are working through, and
- what you can reinforce at home.
This makes it easier for you to see real progress and feel confident applying the skills your dog is developing.
Is Daycare & Training suitable for puppies as well as adult dogs?
Yes! Puppies benefit from structured socialisation and positive guidance just as much as older dogs. Our experienced trainers support young dogs in learning how to engage with others and settle in group settings, helping you raise a well‑adjusted companion who is easier to manage in everyday life.
Our puppy clients of Daycare & Training Academy find their dog is better set up for training later in life, have better social skills earlier, and owners are more confident handling their dogs in both play and training.
What should I expect when I drop my dog off?
Arrival is calm and organised, and our team greets every dog with warmth and professionalism. You will have a chance to let staff know if you would like us to make adjustments to your goals or training plan before your dog goes back to settle and get ready for the day.
Your dog is then integrated into a supportive environment where play, learning, and rest are balanced throughout the day. Many owners report that this structured, positive experience helps their dog feel more secure, social, and confident over time, not just “tired.”
How will Daycare & Training make life at home better?
Instead of coming home wired, reactive, or stressed, many dogs return more relaxed, attentive, and responsive to cues. Over time, your dog’s improved behaviour can mean:
- smoother mornings and evenings,
- easier walks and outings, and
- less frustration around common triggers at home.
Ultimately, you get to enjoy the dog you always wanted; well‑mannered, confident, and a joy to be around.
At Advance Behavioural Training, we are dedicated to supporting you and your dog through every stage of their life. We understand the commitment it takes to raise a well-behaved, happy dog, and we are passionate about providing the best training options for dogs of all ages. Whether your dog is a playful puppy in need of early socialization, a teenage troublemaker, or an adult requiring fine-tuning or minor behaviour adjustments, our dog training academy is here to help.
Our Academy program offers a unique, full-day experience designed to meet your dog’s needs while giving you a day of respite. Each day includes a balanced mix of training, playtime, and self-control exercises to ensure your dog is engaged, enriched, and progressing in their development.
We can tailor our academy program to suit your specific training goals and desires or follow a structured training plan designed by our experienced Behavioral Trainers. This flexibility ensures that every dog gets the personalized attention they need to thrive.
The Academy is also a great way to tackle minor behaviour problems, reinforce positive habits, and provide your dog with social and mental stimulation in a controlled environment. For those with a young new friend at home, we’ll get you on the right path to training and raising a well-balanced puppy.
For more in-depth behaviour problems we may redirect you to our Behavioural Rehabilitation program designed to tackle these types of problems.
If you’re looking for expert support to guide your dog’s training and development journey, look no further than our dog training academy. Contact us today to discuss your needs and secure a spot for your furry friend in our program.