I'll say it right up front, Adelaide Pet Dog Training is not the cheapest dog school around town…read more However, keep in mind the old saying 'you get what you pay for', and you sure get real value for money with this school. This is truly a POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT ONLY training school! And you will be required to fill in a rather lengthy, thorough, enrollment form, which deals in all matters concerning your dog. The small classes are held in the lovely grounds of the Burnside Primary School, where there's plenty of shade in hot weather and for Diva's like my gal, it's under cover when it rains. All classes have two instructors, a Head Trainer and an Assistant so that all times both you and your pooch are taken very good care off no matter what exercise you're doing. The school term is seven weeks. First week, sans your pooch, is an overall of what you'll both be doing in the forth coming classes. For the absolute beginners, lessons will be on the basic commands, sit, stay, recall etc. and of course, as you and your dog progress there are more advanced lessons. You will be handed the first of your handouts, then on the following weeks you'll receive further hand outs with an overview of the lessons for that week and homework - yep like all good schools you and your doggy get to do homework! Lessons usually start with a 'mini agility course', designed for puppies, small dogs and every size in between it is less of a 'start to a career in agility' more a way of making your dog use their brain. And it's a blast! Even when your dog (no names mentioned here of course) does decide to take off in the company of her BFF - much to the roars of amusement of all watching - and do a somewhat ad lib agility course! Honestly, it's just super there and if my gal Leaf had a say in it, the hour classes would last all day, every day. She loved going so much I literally had to carry her out, because once she realized we were leaving she balked and refused to budge, despite treats, coaxing etc. We can't wait to get back just waiting for them to have enough dogs to run the CGC class.

The nicest people there who loves dogs unconditionally,sad for everyone it closed…read more The perfect place for a dog day centre.

As my furry little friends and I passed through the first gate, at a pitch only dogs could hear…read moresirened Willy Wonka's melodious 'Pure Imagination'. "Come with me and you'll be..." accompanied by two excited pups dancing from one paw to the other when not making it as difficult for me to stand on either of my own feet as possible. I clumsily fumbled at the third gate. "We'll begin with a spin..." the mutts sped off before I called them back to take their leashes off. "If you want to view paradise..." and are a dog "...simply look around and do it..." at the Holdfast Dog Centre. This is a doggy Disneyland filled with pooch pleasures such as a sandbit, luscious lawn, paddling pools, tunnels, a doggy playground, toys, water sources, shade and numerous things that need a good sniffing. We bipeds are taken care of too and whilst my Italian Greyhound said ciao to some birds who dared to be in his vicinity, I played "Words with Friends" on my phone sat at a table under the shade sails. The dog park is accessible to casual visitors 24 hours a day, when the premises aren't being used for training and day care. Doggy day care is available Tuesday to Friday, but each day is set for certain dogs. It's brilliant for people with one dog to allow for socialisation, and to keep them entertained during the day when you're at work. My brother, his girlfriend and their two fur-children learnt the whys and wherefores of behaviour here and their certificates of completion proudly adorn their notice board. Jetty and Scrum are beautifully behaved thanks to HDC's efforts. For small-medium dogs the centre hs more than enough room for a good run, but if you've bigger dogs itching for a run, or you would like to run with your dog, the la crosse oval next to the centre is a local favourite for doing just that. Within the whole Brighton Sports Complex, and in the Dog Centre, it is expected (and illegal not to) clean up after your dog, but plastic bags and appropriate disposal is abundant. If nothing but the best will do for your canine companion, visit the Holdfast Dog Centre. "Living there you'll be free, if you truly wish to be."

I've owned my doggies for no more than two years and this has been my vet since day 1. I've taken…read moremy pups through puppy pre school through Adelaide Animal Hospital as well and which was a great success and a lot of fun. These guys give me the option to take out a Total Wellness Plan for each of my dogs which includes for 12 months their shots, worming, flee treatments, first consultant free, and a variety of other benefits at the set price of $295. They generally post out your treatments in the mail shortly before the due dates. Something I that has given me peace of mind and saved me a lot of money. The staff here and very professional and attentive. I've been very happy with how they've handled my pups, their spoken knowledge, and their good use of calming ways of talking to my dogs. They also generally provide treats for the dogs in times of restlessness, which is extremely helpful! Some criticisms I have for Adelaide Animal Hospitals are a couple times I've come for appointments they've been understaffed where I've had to wait up to half an hour past my appointment time, but never mind. I also find some of their prices a tad bit expensive. I think I pay $30 for nail clipping per dog.

Always had exceptional service with this centre, but I'm not in favour of their upscaling model of…read moreconduct - ie I always feel like I'm being asked to provide more for the dog even when it's not essential. This somewhat confuses the issue as to what actually is essential and what is a "normal" procedure. I'd rather not be asked if I'd like IV fluids for the dog during an operation! I guess this is their way of saving costs for us, but hey...I'm not vet trained! That's why I think their Total Wellness Plan is worth considering for $393pa for dogs 10-20kg. It's a twice yearly checkup, includes worming, flea and heartworm treatment monthly and use of their dog washing facility. Hoping it will relieve the stress of looking after our favourite canine.