Puppy Development Board & Train

Set your pup up for success with structure, confidence, and real-world training from the start.

Whether you’re raising a companion dog or laying the foundation for future working potential — our Puppy Development Board & Train is designed for pups under 8 months of age. All breeds welcome.


Your puppy lives with us and trains daily under real-life conditions. We focus on building trust, clarity, and emotional life skills in a structured and enriching environment. Our approach prioritises play-based learning, food drive, and exposure to people, dogs, noises, surfaces, and distractions.

Program Options:

Both programs include daily training, play, rest, social walks, and handling. We’ll also provide regular video updates and a detailed handover with follow-up coaching for owners.

Build a confident, well-adjusted pup with strong foundations from the beginning.

Our Puppy Development Program is designed for dogs under 8 months of age and helps you avoid common behavioural problems before they start. We focus on early socialisation, confidence-building, exposure, and foundational obedience — all in a safe, structured environment.

  • 2 Week Program – Puppy Foundations

    This program gives young pups the perfect start — building confidence, structure, and calm behaviour during the most important stage of development. Over two weeks, your puppy will experience safe, real-world exposure and learn the basics needed to grow into a well-rounded, balanced adult dog.


    Program Highlights

    Confidence Through Exposure
    Guided introductions to everyday environments like streets, parks, shops, and car travel to build resilience early.

    Structured Socialisation
    Safe, calm interactions with people and dogs to help prevent reactivity and encourage neutrality as your puppy matures.

    Sound & Surface Desensitisation
    Gradual exposure to things like traffic, vacuums, stairs, tiles, and metal to reduce future fear and anxiety.

    Emotional Regulation
    Training at a pace that suits your puppy — no overwhelm, no stress, just steady, confidence-building work.

    Owner Guidance
    Support to help you continue the work at home — from toilet training and manners to reinforcing calmness and boundaries.


    Payment Info
    Booking Deposit: $350
    (required to secure your booking)

    Remaining Balance: Split into two instalments:
    • 50% due one week prior to program commencement
    Remaining balance of 50% upon completion of program and handover


    Payment Methods
    • EFT to business account
    • Cash accepted


    Enrolment Requirements
    • Puppies must be under 8 months of age at time of enrolment
    • Completion of an Initial Consultation is required prior to booking

This extended 3-week program gives your puppy the structured start they need to thrive — combining essential life skills with foundational obedience for real-world reliability.

Designed for owners who want more than the basics, it’s the perfect way to shape confident, capable behaviour from the ground up.

  • 3 Week Program – Puppy Foundations

    This extended program is designed to give your puppy the strongest possible start in life. With three weeks of consistent, hands-on training and real-world exposure, your pup will build confidence, learn structure, and develop essential habits that shape calm, balanced behaviour for the future.

    Ideal for owners wanting more time dedicated to early development, socialisation, and the creation of a stable routine.


    Program Highlights

    Confidence Through Exposure
    Expanded real-world experiences: car trips, parks, shops, streets, and new environments designed to build confidence and adaptability.

    Socialisation with Structure
    Controlled interactions with people and dogs to encourage neutrality, prevent reactivity, and create respectful engagement.

    Noise & Surface Desensitisation
    Deeper exposure to a wide variety of sounds and textures including stairs, tiles, wood, metal, traffic, and household noise — building resilience and calm responses.

    Emotional Balance & Regulation
    Work tailored to your puppy’s personality and stress levels. Training is paced to avoid overwhelm and promote long-term confidence.

    Home Manners & Routine Support
    We help build the habits you need at home — crate exposure, toilet routine support, place training, basic obedience, and calm indoor behaviour.

    Owner Education
    You’ll receive guidance and support to continue the progress at home, including a one-on-one handover session at pickup to walk you through your puppy’s training.


    Payment Info
    Booking Deposit: $350
    (required to secure your booking)

    Remaining Balance: Split into two instalments:
    • 50% due one week prior to program commencement
    Remaining balance of 50% upon completion of program and handover


    Payment Methods
    • EFT to business account
    • Cash accepted


    Enrolment Requirements
    • Puppies must be under 8 months of age at time of enrolment
    • Completion of an Initial Consultation is required prior to booking

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0438 595 570

info@cerberusk9academy.com

Melbourne, Australia

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