International Dog Training School

For over 25 years, International Dog Training School has provided professional Dog & Puppy Training Classes Gold Coast with locations in Ashmore, Benowa and Burleigh. Our reward- based programs help puppies, adolescent dogs and adult dogs build confidence, obedience and real-life skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Not sure which class is right for your dog?

Pick the option below that matches your dog and we'll point you the right way.

Start with Preppy Pups or Rookies

For a brand-new puppy, you've got two great starting points depending on what suits your schedule:

  • Preppy Pups – Ashmore, Monday evenings, for pups 8–16 weeks
  • Rookies – Benowa, Saturday mornings, for pups 11 weeks up to 5.5 months
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Start with Mini Minors Foundations

Mini Minors Foundations is the perfect first step for dogs 16 weeks and older with no prior group training. It's a 6-week program available at two locations:

  • Benowa – Saturday (See class for start times)
  • Burleigh – Saturday 11:30am
Book Mini Minors (Benowa)

You're ready for Minors 2

Minors 2 – Confident Canines is the next step after Mini Minors Foundations. Your dog continues training socially and works toward more advanced skills and challenge ribbons.

Coming from an outside training environment? You're welcome to join, but you'll need a brief in-person assessment first – contact us to arrange it.

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Private 1 on1 Consults

  • Your dog is working through a specific behaviour issue (reactivity, anxiety, aggression, fear) and needs individual attention rather than a group setting
  • Group class times just don't fit your schedule
  • You want faster, more focused progress with a program built around your dog
  • Your dog isn't ready for the group environment yet, or you'd simply prefer to start one-on-one

Which level do I need? Level 1 covers general obedience, manners and puppy foundations. Level 2 is for more involved behavioural work that needs extra session time. Not sure which fits? Contact us and we'll point you the right way – or start with our $60 Phone Consult if you just need quick guidance first.

If your dog just needs foundational socialisation and there's no specific issue to work through, our group puppy classes may suit you better and cost less per session.

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Puppy Foundation - Preppy pups

Perfect for puppies 8-16 weeks.
  • Socialization
  • Calm Behaviour
  • Confidence Building

Held: Monday Evening Ashmore

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Puppy basics - Rookies

Perfect for puppies 11 weeks to 5.5 months.
  • Socialization
  • Walking manners
  • Puppy Behaviour

Held: Benowa Saturday

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MINI Minor foundation class for 4 month olds + Benowa

Basic manner - Mini Minors

Perfect for dogs 16 weeks and up.
  • Loose leash walking
  • Reliable recall
  • Focus around distractions
Class times & locationsHeld: Benowa & Burleigh
Saturday Benowa 7:30am + 9:30am
Saturday Burleigh 11:30am
Wednesday Benowa subject to demand
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Continue Training - Advanced classes

Dogs with basic skills, 6 months +.
  • Advanced obedience
  • Real world training
  • Skill progression

PAYG option & Paws for Purpose therapy course

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Why choose us?

Qualified caring trainers

Our experienced team is dedicated to helping you and your dog succeed.

Established in 1999

25 years of proudly supporting Gold Coast dogs and owners.

Kind, fun, positive reward training

We use positive reinforcement methods that make training enjoyable for both you and your dog.