Puppy Pre-School
Give your puppy the best start. Build essential social skills, learn good manners, and set the foundation for a happy, well-behaved companion.
Our 6-Week Course
Everything your puppy needs for a great start, over six weekly sessions.
What Your Puppy Will Learn
Core skills covered across the six weeks.
Why Train With RSPCA Cornwall?
Our team works hands-on every day with rescue dogs of all ages and temperaments. This gives us unique expertise in positive, force-free training methods that really work.
Training With Purpose
Every penny funds our rescue work, helping vulnerable animals across Cornwall find loving homes.
Quick Questions
Puppies must be under 18 weeks of age at the start of the course and have had their first vaccinations. All breeds welcome!
Flat collar or harness with lead, small tasty treats, a favourite toy, poo bags, and a blanket for settling.
Absolutely! Our trainers are experienced at helping shy pups build confidence at their own pace. Small class sizes mean no one gets overwhelmed.
At our Rehoming Centre in St Columb, in our training barn or secure, enclosed paddocks, depending on the weather.
If you miss a session, we'll email you the contents of the class, including videos and handouts, so you can practise at home. If needed, we can arrange for you to spend some time with the trainer to bring you and your puppy up to speed.
Book Your Puppy's Place
Choose your preferred start date. Limited spaces per class.
🐾 Classes fill quickly! Can't find a spot? Join our waiting list and we'll notify you first.
What Comes After Pre-School?
Graduation isn't the end! Keep your puppy's learning going with our follow-on options.