The Best Puppy Schools in Auckland

Updated 14 June 2023

Summary:

A puppy is a wonderful addition to the family, but, as you probably know, there is plenty of hard work ahead. You need to make sure your puppy is well-trained if you are to enjoy it to the full, and a Puppy School is a recommended course of action.
Many Auckland Puppy Schools offer their services, but how do you know you are choosing the right one? There are several factors you need to consider; our guide explains how to choose the best Puppy School in Auckland.

Our Auckland puppy school guide covers:

How Much Does a Puppy School Cost?

The rate you pay for your puppy training will vary between different puppy schools. There are two options you can choose from to get your puppy trained, these being group classes, usually run by pet shops or similar organisations; and private puppy schools, many of which come recommended.

Here’s a general guide to what you can expect to pay:

Group Classes - $130 to $250 (for a four-class to six-class course)
Private Puppy Trainer - $100 upwards per session

Be aware that these prices are intended as a general guide, and much will depend on what you want from your puppy training course.

How Can I Get the Best Price for Puppy School?

Decide Which of the Above You Need Upfront - it may be that you think a four-session group course and your home training will be enough (you can ask your dog breeder their opinion). By deciding upfront, you lock in the cost. If, after that, you feel as if some private training is needed, you can arrange that.
Take a Trial Class - Attend a class to observe, with or without your puppy, to ensure you feel comfortable with their methods. This avoids committing yourself to multi-session training if you don't think the school or style is for you.
Look for Discounts – many providers offer discounts for committing to a block of sessions, say 6 or 12.
Stay Local – local means you'll be able to get to a group class with less hassle, so you're likely to miss one if traffic is bad or if you don't have the energy.

Know This - A Good Puppy School will be Open about their Requirements:

They will check your puppy has up to date vaccinations
They will ask information about your puppy and where you bought it will be required
They will need your pet’s medical history and your vet’s name

Before You Settle on a Puppy School, Consider the Following:

Find out the qualifications of the instructors leading the course
Find out how long the school has been operating, and the range of training they offer
Whether the premises where training takes place clean and appropriate
Do they train using a set routine, or does it vary between breeds?
Talk to the trainer and see whether you get on with them – and ensure your dog does also

Once you have all these questions answered, you should be able to decide upon the type of training you want for your puppy and choose the right Auckland Puppy School for you and your puppy.

10 Trusted Puppy Schools Accepting New Dogs Right Now

Our list below, which is no particular order, covers puppy schools in Central, East, West, North and South Auckland. We have selected these based on their reputation among dog owners within Auckland; our data has been extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, Facebook, TradeMe Services and others sources.

Barkley Manor

Barkley Manor was launched in 2007 and is one of the first puppy and dog daycare in Grey Lynn, Auckland. They provide pet grooming, daycare and puppy training for large and small dog breeds.
Google Rating: 4.8/5
Base: Grey Lynn, Auckland
Website: Barkley Manor
Facebook page: Barkley Manor
Email address: daycare@barkleymanor.co.nz
Phone: 09 376 8622

What customers like:

Shows love for every dog
Great facilities and handy location

Friendly and professional staff
Knowledgeable about dogs

Services include but not limited to:

Dog daycare
Grooming

Puppy training
Training retreats
Overnight stay

The K9 Way

The K9 Way offers elite dog training and behavioural solutions for puppies and older dogs. They have helped thousands of dog owners in New Zealand who has problematic dog issues. The K9 Way uses training methodologies which combines experience, common sense and science.
Google Rating: 4.8/5
Base: Te Atatu, Auckland
Website: The K9 Way
Facebook page: The K9 Way
Email address: bastian@thek9way.co.nz
Phone: 021 239 0635

What customers like:

Provides the coaching needed to change both the dog's and owner's behaviour
Dogs show a huge improvement in behaviour a few months of training
Teaches the dog to listen to commands
Highly recommended to anyone looking to help with aggression and dog behaviour
Available to help anytime over the phone