Adolescent Workshop


Adolescent Workshop
Whether you are a seasoned dog owner with a thirst for knowledge, are currently struggling with that “teenage phase”, are a first-time puppy or dog owner, or you are thinking about getting a puppy or rescue dog. This workshop is ideal.
Bursting with information to quench your thirst, it includes info on how and why behavioural issues tend to arise when dogs hit adolescence, how dogs communicate and interact with each other and humans and why sometimes they can’t and practical guidance on what to do to combat that adolescent phase behaviour. Yes, that is a real thing!
We also include how diet directly influences your dog’s behaviour, sensitive periods and neutering issues and why so many people experience reactive type responses when their dogs hit adolescence.
Facilitators: Tamasine Smith from Leadchanges Dog Behaviour and Naomi Farrow Paws 4 Training.
Who should attend?
Anyone who owns an adolescent dog – aged 14 weeks – 2½ years!)
Anyone who is thinking about adding a puppy or adolescent dog to their family and want to be prepared in advance.
Anyone who would like to know more about the psychology behind dogs and how to create the best relationship with a new family member.
What's included in the talk
This workshop includes a talk, plus limited places for dogs to take part in a practical session – this is one at a time.
While we are able to help those with adolescents that may be showing some reactivity to people, we are not able to accept them in a workshop situation.
Those experiencing other adolescent-type behaviours can register to take part.
The practical sessions are around 45 minutes and cost £55.00 per handler and one dog, including the talk.
When?
Saturday, 17th January 2026
0930 – 1530
Where?
Paws 4 Training Dog Training Centre, Road Green Farm, Bungay Road, Hempnall, NR15 2NQ
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Cost?
£25 per person to attend the talk and spectate the practical sessions
£55 per person to attend the talk and participate in a practical session
Refreshments and homemade cake will be provided!
How to Book
Please contact us to book or by phone 07709 539903.
If we aren’t available to answer please leave us a message and we will call you back as soon as we are available to book you onto the workshop
We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our training centre