Dog schools

Sedi5 is a dog school for guardians who want to understand their dog and build a relationship based on trust and respect. The beginner course "Happy puppy" covers safe exploration and bonding, the follow-up "Guided teenager" adds connection, manners and talent discovery, and socialisation walks take place in urban settings. Group classes run in Škofja Loka, individual work anywhere in Slovenia.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs

Methods

Odnos na zaupanju in spoštovanju; začetni tečaj Srečen mladiček, nadaljevalni Usmerjen najstnik, socializacijski sprehodi v urbanem okolju, individualno delo po vsej Sloveniji.

Smrček dog school in Trebnje offers training with a programme adapted to each dog and owner; programmes include rally obedience and correcting unwanted behaviour. A dog hotel with fenced run and training ground operates alongside the school, plus the Smrček grooming salon in Novo mesto.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs, Adult dogs

Methods

Pasja šola s strokovno usposobljeno ekipo in individualnim prilagajanjem, rally obedience, odpravljanje neželenega vedenja; pasji hotel z ograjenim izpustom in poligonom; pasji salon v Novem mestu.

Šnof is a Ljubljana dog school run by Nika. It helps build a trusting bond through an experiential dog school adapted to each developmental stage, socialisation walks, individual help and nose-work courses, using dog-friendly methods without coercion; Nika has over ten years of shelter work behind her.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs, Adult dogs

Methods

Sočutne, znanstveno podkrepljene, 100 % psu prijazne metode; izkustvena pasja šola, socializacijski sprehodi, individualna pomoč, delo z nosom; 10+ let dela v zavetišču.

Sorčan dog school in Senovica near Šmarje pri Jelšah relies on an individual approach and positive reinforcement. Believing good upbringing starts on day one, it offers puppy courses, advanced courses and training for adult dogs needing a little guidance, each tailored to dog and owner. Appointments are available daily from 9 am to 9 pm.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs, Adult dogs

Methods

Tečaji za mladičke, nadaljevalni tečaji, individualni pristop, pozitivna motivacija; delovni čas 9.–21. ure.

Opening hours

Od Ponedeljka do Petka, 9.00–17.00, Sobota, 9.00–13.00

Spiritail is a dog school in the Zasavje region building a strong bond between owner and dog through a positive, understanding approach. Small groups get individual attention within a structured, level-based programme (starting with "Bronze paw" for young dogs), and in-person sessions are complemented by online content and ongoing support.

Dog ages

Young dogs

Methods

Pozitivna motivacija in spoštovanje do psa, individualen pristop znotraj majhnih skupin, strukturiran stopenjski program (Bronasta tačka …), kombinacija srečanj v živo in spletnih vsebin.

Varangian dog school, with a ten-year tradition, works in Ljubljana from its base ground in Fužine and other locations. Every student starts with individual lessons, so enrolment is open year-round. The programme spans First Steps and basic obedience with B-BH exam preparation, rally obedience and sport cynology (IBGH, IGP, breeding assessments), and stubborn, hyperactive or reactive dogs are especially welcome.

Dog ages

Adult dogs

Methods

Vsak tečajnik začne z individualnimi urami (vpis skozi vse leto); Prvi koraki, osnovna poslušnost s pripravo na B-BH, rally obedience, športna kinologija (IBGH, IGP, vzrejni pregledi), vedenjski problemi, službeni psi; osnovni poligon v Fužinah.

VIP ("Happy and obedient") is a dog school in Koper using 100 % positive motivation and fun learning methods. Group courses suit beginners of any breed and age, run in small groups of up to seven dogs, in urban settings and on a fenced training ground, across several levels. Individual work for behaviour issues, rally obedience and other dog activities are also offered.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs, Adult dogs

Methods

100 % pozitivna motivacija, majhne skupine (do 7), delo v urbanem okolju in na ograjenem delovišču, več težavnostnih stopenj.

WilDog is a dog school in the Goriška region whose name blends "wilderness" and "dog" – its aim is to preserve the dog's inner nature. Owners learn an approach for clear communication and shared learning, while dogs gain the competence to make good decisions. The programme includes "Wild puppies" school, "Wild teenagers" for dogs aged 6–24 months, group walks and workshops.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs

Methods

Ohranjanje notranje narave psa; mala šola Divji mladički, nadaljevalni tečaj Divji najstniki (6–24 mesecev), skupinski sprehodi, divje delavnice, veterinarska predavanja.

WOOF dog school runs at two sites – Grosuplje and Lukovica near Domžale – led by Anja Gluvić, a Slovenian Kennel Club licensed instructor and competitor. Besides the beginner course it offers rally obedience, fitness sessions, canicross and monthly socialisation walks, plus pre-puppy consultations, individual training and help with behaviour problems.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs, Adult dogs

Methods

Začetni tečaj, rally obedience, rekreacija, canicross, socializacijski sprehodi, svetovanje pred prihodom mladiča, individualno šolanje, reševanje vedenjskih težav; lokaciji Grosuplje in Lukovica pri Domžalah; vodja z licenco KZS.

Pasja točka is a city dog school in Izola run by a team of four instructors. Puppy programmes are built on positive motivation and socialisation – Puppy School 1 and 2, socialisation sessions and group walks – with one-to-one lessons in person or online, beginner and advanced nose work and mantrailing. Online courses and articles complete the offer.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs, Adult dogs

Methods

Sodobni programi na pozitivni motivaciji in socializaciji; mala šola 1 in 2, socializacijske urice, skupinski sprehodi, individualne in virtualne ure, delo z nosom, mantrailing, spletna učilnica.

Pasji center is run by instructor Saša Mulej, who has over 25 years of experience teaching dog training courses. Its core programme is a comprehensive obedience course for dogs of all ages from three months, held in Ljubljana (Stožice) and Grosuplje in a covered training hall. Follow-up programmes, individual training for dogs with issues and consulting are also offered.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs, Adult dogs

Methods

Tečaj celovite poslušnosti (2x tedensko), individualno šolanje, svetovanje; pokrita vadbena hala.

Pasji Šolar is the dog school of instructor Tina Šolar, who trains her own dogs in retrieving, obedience and agility. She uses dog-friendly methods without coercion. Courses include puppy school, a follow-up course, BBH preparation, rally obedience, FCI obedience, agility and individual lessons, plus an online classroom. Live classes take place in Vopovlje near Kranj.

Dog ages

Puppies, Young dogs

Methods

Psom prijazne metode, brez grobosti; mala šola, nadaljevalni tečaj, BBH, rally obedience, FCI obedience, agility, spletna učilnica.