Is my dog the right age?

Yes - Heeling School is suitable for puppies (16+ weeks, at least 2 weeks past their final C5 vaccination) all the way through to senior dogs. Older dogs can absolutely learn to heel; it just sometimes takes a little more patience to unwind old habits.

My dog already pulls hard. Will it work?

That's exactly who this class is for. We don't ask you to arrive with a dog who already walks nicely - we ask you to arrive with the dog you've actually got. Week 1 includes a loose-lead reset for stronger pullers before we layer in heel.

What if my dog is reactive on lead? Can they still come?

Often yes, but please call us first on (02) 9629 3282. For dogs that bark or lunge at other dogs on lead, Donna may suggest a private session before joining the group, or recommend Scent School first to take the social pressure off.

What vaccinations does my dog need?

Your dog needs to be currently vaccinated (C5 minimum, C7 preferred), wormed, and on heartworm prevention. Bring your vet certificate to Week 1.

Children 16+ can participate. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and stay seated during exercises. Maximum two people per dog inside the training room. Training works best when one person leads and the rest observe - too many handlers and the dogs looks at all of you, instead of one of you.

What if I miss a week?

We'll try to catch you up the following week before class starts. If you'll miss two weeks or more, it's better to roll over to the next cohort - the lessons build and skipping the middle bits doesn't work well.

What's your refund policy?

Bookings are non-refundable but may be transferable. To roll over to the next class or transfer your spot to a friend, emailhello@kellyvillepets.com.au at least 48 hours before Week 1.

Where exactly is the class held?

Inside our Beaumont Hills store at 1-15 Millcroft Way - about 15 minutes from Castle Hill. Free parking on site. If your class starts outside opening hours - ie after 6pm, please enter via the back door near the loading dock. Look for the Pet School signage at the back of the store.

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Heeling Class· Pet School

Heeling School: Three weeks to end the pull.

Q: My dog already pulls hard. Will it work?

That&#39;s exactly who this class is for. We don&#39;t ask you to arrive with a dog who already walks nicely - we ask you to arrive with the dog you&#39;ve actually got. Week 1 includes a loose-lead reset for stronger pullers before we layer in heel.

Q: What if I miss a week?

We&#39;ll try to catch you up the following week before class starts. If you&#39;ll miss two weeks or more, it&#39;s better to roll over to the next cohort - the lessons build and skipping the middle bits doesn&#39;t work well.

For the dog who's a saint at home and a different animal on the lead. Heeling School teaches your dog to walk calmly by your side - through crowds, past other dogs, and out the front of the cafe - in three 45-minute sessions.

Puppies to adult dogs
3 wks - 45 min/wk
Max 5 dogs per class
$150

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Indoors · max 5 dogsBeaumont Hills

Sound Familiar?

If walks have become a wrestle, you're not alone.

Pulling on the lead is the single most common reason Sydney owners stop walking their dogs. The good news: it's also one of the most fixable. Three weeks, one trainer, the right cues — and a lead that finally goes slack.

Your dog turns every walk into shoulder physio.
You've tried four harnesses and nothing's stuck.
They're great at home - and a different animal past another dog.
You've stopped walking them as far. Or as often.

What is heeling?

It's not a trick. It's a conversation.

"Heel" is a position, not a punishment. Your dog learns to walk calmly by your left side, matching your pace, eyes checking in with you instead of scanning the next thing to pull toward — and to stay there until you say otherwise.

Done well, heeling makes everyday life easier: navigating crowded footpaths, walking past other dogs without a meltdown, sitting beside you at a cafe, getting in and out of the car without a tug-of-war. It's the foundation that makes every other walk better.

Why we teach it the way we do

Force-free. Repeatable. It actually sticks.

We use marker-based training (clicker or word) and high-value rewards — no choke chains, no prong collars, no shouting. Why? Because punishment teaches a dog what not to do, and we want to teach them what to do instead. That's the version that holds up six months from now, when the treats are gone and you're walking past a barking dog at 7am.

Donna will explain the why behind every cue, so you can keep practising at home and beyond Week 3.

Class details

Week-by-week: what you and your dog will learn.

Same day and time each week, , indoors at our Beaumont Hills training room. Every week builds on the last, s be sure to practice your new skills between classes.

Foundations

Difference between "let's go" and heeling
The correct heel position
Marker and release words
Using the heeling block
Reward placement for accuracy

Heeling in motion

Maintaining heel position whilst moving
Increasing focus and engagement
Introducing turns

Graduation

Phasing out the heeling block
Transitioning between heeling and "let's go"
Real life walking skills

At a glance

The essentials.

Everything you need to know before you book — cost, duration, class size and who it's for.

Cost $150
Duration 3 weeks
Per session 45 minutes
Class size Max 5 dogs
Suitability Puppies to adult dogs

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Meet your trainer

Donna Edmonds

Twenty-two years training Sydney's dogs - and their humans. Donna teaches every Pet School class herself, so the dog you start with on Week 1 is the dog she knows by Week 3.

25+ Years at Kellyville Pets
30+ Years Training Experience
Australian Accredited Canine Good Citizen Instructor
Force-free methods
Qualified Vet Nurse & Nutrition Advisor

Before week 1

What to bring (and what to leave at home).

Bring

High-value treats

Cooked chicken, cheese, or liver treats. Smelly is good - that's the whole game.

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Bring

A flat collar or harness

A well-fitted flat collar, front-clip harness, or head halter. Need help fitting one? Ask any staff member.

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Bring

A 1.2–1.8m fixed lead

A standard fixed-length lead works best. Hands-free belts are fine if that's how you usually walk.

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Bring

Vaccination record

C5 (or C7) dated within the last 12 months. Sighted at Week 1.

Bring

A treat pouch

Optional but life-changing. Available in store or online.

Leave at home

Choke chains, prongs, retractables

Choke chains, prong collars, slip leads on a tight setting, and retractable leads aren't permitted.

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Before you book

Heeling Class FAQ.

Is my dog the right age?

Yes - Heeling School is suitable for puppies (16+ weeks, at least 2 weeks past their final C5 vaccination) all the way through to senior dogs. Older dogs can absolutely learn to heel; it just sometimes takes a little more patience to unwind old habits.
My dog already pulls hard. Will it work?

That's exactly who this class is for. We don't ask you to arrive with a dog who already walks nicely - we ask you to arrive with the dog you've actually got. Week 1 includes a loose-lead reset for stronger pullers before we layer in heel.
What if my dog is reactive on lead? Can they still come?

Often yes, but please call us first on (02) 9629 3282. For dogs that bark or lunge at other dogs on lead, Donna may suggest a private session before joining the group, or recommend Scent School first to take the social pressure off.
What vaccinations does my dog need?

Your dog needs to be currently vaccinated (C5 minimum, C7 preferred), wormed, and on heartworm prevention. Bring your vet certificate to Week 1.
Can I bring my kids?

Children 16+ can participate. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and stay seated during exercises. Maximum two people per dog inside the training room. Training works best when one person leads and the rest observe - too many handlers and the dogs looks at all of you, instead of one of you.
What if I miss a week?

We'll try to catch you up the following week before class starts. If you'll miss two weeks or more, it's better to roll over to the next cohort - the lessons build and skipping the middle bits doesn't work well.
What's your refund policy?

Bookings are non-refundable but may be transferable. To roll over to the next class or transfer your spot to a friend, emailhello@kellyvillepets.com.au at least 48 hours before Week 1.
Where exactly is the class held?

Inside our Beaumont Hills store at 1-15 Millcroft Way - about 15 minutes from Castle Hill. Free parking on site. If your class starts outside opening hours - ie after 6pm, please enter via the back door near the loading dock. Look for the Pet School signage at the back of the store.

the fineprint

Terms & conditions.

Class must be paid in full at time of booking.
Classes are held inside Kellyville Pets, 1-15 Millcroft Way, Beaumont Hills NSW 2155. Please arrive 10 minutes before start time - classes start on time and won't be delayed. Classes are held upstairs and are only accessible via stairs.
If your class is held between 9 am and 5.45 pm, please enter via the main store entrance and head to the back of the store. If your class is held from 6 pm onwards, please head to the loading dock area and enter via the back access door. There is a doorbell if the door is closed.
Heeling School is suitable for puppies aged 16 weeks and up (and at least 2 weeks past their final C5 vaccination) through to adult and senior dogs.
Owners must provide a flat collar, front-clip harness, or head halter, plus a 1.2–1.8m fixed lead. Choke chains, prong collars, and retractable leads are not permitted in the training room.
All dogs must be currently wormed and vaccinated (C5 minimum). Vaccination certificates must be sighted at Week 1.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Maximum two people per dog inside the training room.
The trainer reserves the right to refuse any dog showing severe aggression or distress, and will recommend appropriate next steps.
Owners are responsible for any injury, illness, or property damage their dog may cause during class.
Bookings are non-refundable but transferable. Roll-overs and spot transfers must be requested at least 48 hours before Week 1 by emailing hello@kellyvillepets.com.au.

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