How Puppy School tutors support veterinary teams with FREE CPD for veterinary nurses
Every puppy deserves to feel safe, confident and understood - especially during their very first visit to the vet. At Puppy School we know how much those early experiences shape a dog's long term emotional wellbeing. That's why our nationwide network of qualified Puppy School tutors now offer FREE veterinary nurse CPD sessions designed specifically for UK practices.
'Lunch and Learn' with a puppy expert
Why Puppy School offers CPD for vet nurses
Every Puppy School tutor is dedicated to improving puppy welfare through positive early experiences. By sharing evidence-based training and behaviour knowledge with veterinary teams, we aim to make every puppy’s first 'hello' at the practice feel as safe and reassuring as possible.
Our CPD sessions focus on real-life clinical scenarios and are designed to complement the brilliant work vet nurses already do to support early socialisation, bonding and preventive healthcare.
What veterinary nurses will learn
Understanding early signs of discomfortMost people recognise obvious signs of fear, like shaking or growling. But puppies often give much subtler signals long before that stage. The session highlights early, easy-to-miss body-language cues that indicate a puppy may be feeling unsure or overwhelmed.- Making the first greeting feel safeFirst impressions matter. Vet nurses will learn small but powerful adjustments that help puppies feel more at ease during health checks, weigh-ins and greetings.
- Seeing the clinic from a puppy’s perspectiveVet clinics can be busy, noisy and full of new sights and smells. This CPD explores how this environment may feel from a puppy’s point of view, helping teams spot potential stressors and minimise them wherever possible.
- Practical ways to create a puppy-friendly practiceWe share simple, achievable environmental changes that can greatly improve a puppy’s visit.
This CPD session gives teams a valuable foundation without overwhelming them with every detail. The aim is to spark awareness, encourage discussion, and provide practical changes that can be implemented straight away.
Who delivers the CPD?
All sessions are delivered by your local Puppy School tutor - a qualified, accredited professional who has undergone intensive training in science-based puppy development, behaviour and low-stress handling. Many have trained hundreds of puppies locally and work closely with veterinary teams already.
Available to UK veterinary practices - completely free
This CPD is offered free of charge to UK veterinary nurses, vet care assistants and wider practice teams. It can be delivered as:
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A short, in-practice session
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A lunch-and-learn
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An after-hours team meeting
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Or as part of your new puppy clinic workflow
Every practice is welcome, whether you already partner with a Puppy School tutor or are looking to build a new connection.
How to book
To arrange free veterinary nurse CPD for your practice, simply contact your nearest Puppy School tutor who will be happy to discuss availability, format options, and how the session can best support your clinical team.. If you don’t yet have a local contact, you can find your nearest tutor by entering your practice postcode below.
Testimonials
What Clients say
about Puppy School
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“We had such a wonderful experience with Jacki as our Puppy School tutor! She is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive. Jacki explains training techniques clearly and makes them easy to follow, which really helped us feel confident. She creates such a positive learning environment where both the puppies and owners feel comfortable. Her calm, encouraging approach made a huge difference for our puppy, who grew in confidence and picked up new skills quickly. You can really see how much she cares about the dogs and their families. Thank you, Jacki, for giving us the tools we need to continue training and for making the classes such an enjoyable experience!”— Penelope
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“Lilly was very friendly and engaging throughout the course. She was also always happy to answer any questions we had at the end of the classes. Our Bonbon absolutely loved Lilly! ”— Molly
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“We enjoyed the class immensely it was very helpful and both Barney and the family gained a lot of knowledge and confidence at an important time in our bonding and setting a foundation for our future together so we will all be happy.”— Thomas
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“Alice was absolutely lovely and helped us with some issues that weren't covered in the syllabus, she was so knowledgeable about everything puppy behaviours and she taught the class well. The venue was great, there was plenty of space for each puppy and for exercises without it being too big and scary. Nelly loved attending puppy school and we learnt so much about dog training and behaviour.”— Mandy
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“Caroline is an excellent trainer. She is knowledgeable, friendly and very patient, never judgemental. Teg and I enjoyed the classes very much.”— Andrew