Puppy School Oxford City - Positive Puppy Training Courses in Oxford
Build calm, confident puppies for life. Led by a qualified behaviourist and Vet Nurse.
Puppy School Classes in Oxford City
Welcoming a new puppy into your home is exciting — but those early weeks can be full of questions.
At Puppy School Oxford City, I help you and your puppy start off right with calm, kind training that builds confidence, manners, and trust from day one.
Classes are run under the nationally recognised Puppy School programme and delivered by a qualified behaviour professional.
Raising a Calm, Confident Puppy — Without Overwhelm
Raising a puppy can feel overwhelming, especially with so much conflicting advice about socialisation, what it is, when to do it, and how to do it successfully as well as how to cope with biting and mouthing.
In the video below, I talk through all of this and more, including how to play with your puppy in a helpful way and how to build a simple daily routine that supports calm, confident behaviour.
What I cover in this video
How puppies learn confidence during their early development
What socialisation really means (and common mistakes to avoid)
Why over-tired puppies often become bitey or over-excited
The role of play, enrichment and rest in reducing problem behaviours
How a simple, predictable routine supports calm behaviour
What Makes our Puppy School Different
Our small, supportive classes focus on emotional wellbeing as much as training.
Your puppy will learn:
To listen and settle even with distractions
To greet politely and play calmly with other pups
To build confidence around new people and places
To enjoy gentle, reward-based learning that sets them up for life
Classes are run under the nationally recognised Puppy School programme and delivered by a qualified behaviour professional.
Who Teaches Your Puppy?
I’m Clare Bradley BSc (Hons) RVN MSc CAB, a registered Veterinary Nurse and Dog Behaviourist.
I bring both behavioural science and hands-on experience to help every puppy — even the shy, bouncy or anxious ones — find their calm and confidence.
My approach is kind, evidence-based, and tailored to each puppy as an individual. I focus on building confidence, understanding behaviour, and supporting you as an owner — not just teaching cues, but helping you and your puppy build a strong foundation together.
Where and How to Book
Puppy School Oxford City classes run in:
Cutteslowe Community Centre, North Oxford
All bookings, term dates and course details are available via my dedicated training website:
(That’s where you can check availability, read FAQs, and reserve your puppy’s place securely online.)
Why it matters
Early training isn’t just about sit and stay — it’s about shaping your puppy’s emotional resilience for life. A calm, confident start now prevents future behaviour issues and strengthens your bond for years to come.
Next step
Give your puppy the best start in life.
➡️ Visit Puppy School Oxford City to book your class today.