Good dogs start here.
Puppy school at Brackenhurst, run by behaviourist Aungenie Scorgie. Three six-week classes, from eight-week-old beginners to older pups who missed out.
The first few months shape the dog they become.
Puppies learn fastest when they're young. What they meet, hear and practise now — other dogs, new people, being handled, settling when asked — stays with them for life.
Puppy school gives them those experiences in a safe, friendly setting, and gives you the support to navigate puppyhood with confidence.
Force-free · Science-based · Small classes · Happy dogs
Three classes, one for every stage.
Each course runs for six weeks and costs R1 300. Classes are held here at Brackenhurst Veterinary Hospital.
Hairy Pawter's Puppy Class
The place to start: basic manners, safe socialisation, body conditioning and a strong, trusting bond with your pup. For puppies aged 8 to 16 weeks who have had at least two vaccinations.
Hufflepup
The next step for Puppy 1 graduates, and for older dogs just starting out. Strengthen the skills from Puppy 1, add new ones and build real-life confidence for your growing, energetic pup. Vaccinations must be up to date.
Sherlock Bones
For puppies from 18 weeks who missed earlier training. It's not too late to catch up. Vaccinations must be up to date.
Message Aungie for the next start date.
New courses start throughout the year. WhatsApp Aungie on 072 831 1583 to find out when the next one begins and to book your puppy's place. Need vaccinations brought up to date first? Book a visit with us.
Aungenie Scorgie.
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Aungie runs our puppy school. She is a pet behaviourist with her own practice, Pets and Emotion, where she helps owners understand and work through behaviour problems with their pets.
Her classes are force-free and science-based, and kept small so every puppy and owner gets proper attention. The aim is practical skills for everyday life, and a calmer, more connected relationship between you and your dog.
Based in Alberton, Aungie also sees dogs and their families one-to-one for behaviour consultations, at home or online.
Do you need a pet behaviourist?
For problems that go beyond puppy school, Aungie offers one-to-one behaviour consultations through her own practice.
Fill in the form
Complete the pre-consultation form on her website and send the video footage it asks for.
Consultation
Aungie sees you and your pet at home, or on Zoom if you live further away.
A behaviour plan
Where it's needed, she writes up a plan for you and your pet to follow.
Ongoing support
Follow-up sessions as needed, with continued support on WhatsApp or email.
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Fill in a consultation form on her website and she will get back to you. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00. Behaviour consultations are arranged and billed by Pets and Emotion, not by the hospital.
New puppy at home?
Book their first check-up and vaccinations with us — two vaccinations and they're ready for puppy school.