South African Dog Training College

South African Dog Training College SADTC was started in 1984, in the South of Johannesburg. The aim was, and always has been, to train dogs with humane methods and positive reinforcement.

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Yesterday, we did something different with the advanced class, doing retrieves through a tunnel.They had to run through ...
10/08/2025

Yesterday, we did something different with the advanced class, doing retrieves through a tunnel.
They had to run through the tunnel to fetch their article and return back through it to their handler.
They were all absolutely amazing 🥳

Some of the dogs doing what they enjoy the most - Jumping, Bitework and Therapy classes.
03/08/2025

Some of the dogs doing what they enjoy the most - Jumping, Bitework and Therapy classes.

A few more pics of the testing we did a few weeks back. This test was basic heelwork, recall, sit down, and stands and s...
26/04/2025

A few more pics of the testing we did a few weeks back.
This test was basic heelwork, recall, sit down, and stands and stays, with a 90% pass mark required to qualify.
We are super proud of all our handlers who took part.
Congrats to all these champion teams.

It's a bit overdue, but we did testing a few weeks back.This test was basic heelwork, recall, sit down, and stands and s...
19/04/2025

It's a bit overdue, but we did testing a few weeks back.
This test was basic heelwork, recall, sit down, and stands and stays, with a 90% pass mark required to qualify.
While it sounds simple enough, nerves definitely get the better of you when you know someone is scoring your work.
We are super proud of all our handlers who took part.
Here is part 1 of some of the champion teams.

Mixing it up a bit with agility, jumping, and hoopers equipment for all shapes, sizes, and breeds. This creates a great ...
13/04/2025

Mixing it up a bit with agility, jumping, and hoopers equipment for all shapes, sizes, and breeds.
This creates a great bond between handler and dog, is a fun activity, and also helps to give dogs confidence as they constantly try out new things and learn new equipment.
No dog is forced to do anything they don't want to do. They each learn at a different pace, and that is the pace we go at.
Making it a real fun experience for all.

Today was relay day for one of the classes. You only find out how competitive some teams are when you say it is relay da...
22/03/2025

Today was relay day for one of the classes.
You only find out how competitive some teams are when you say it is relay day!
It was an absolutely epic competition, with 4 teams of 4 dogs competing over a few rounds.
From some basic obedience exercises like circles and on the move recalls, to down and waits and then hopping and clapping for distractions.
The dogs were absolute champs, and the handlers weren't too bad themselves.
Was a jol and well done to all the teams 🏆

Small dog...BIG personality 🥰
11/03/2025

Small dog...BIG personality 🥰

04/03/2025

Happy dogs doing recalls with distractions. Dogs on one side, people and horses on the other.
Such good dogs.

Some pics of obedience on the road and then some with a 'different' audience providing distraction and watching intently...
02/03/2025

Some pics of obedience on the road and then some with a 'different' audience providing distraction and watching intently.
It is always good to get your dog to work in different environments, not only for the exposure, but also for you to see what you need to focus on.
These dogs were really impressive today 👏🏻

Happy birthday to and .Lexi turned 1 yesterday, and Bailey turned 2 today. We know that you were both spoilt rotten 🤤...
23/02/2025

Happy birthday to and .
Lexi turned 1 yesterday, and Bailey turned 2 today.
We know that you were both spoilt rotten 🤤🎂💥

Play time 🥳
23/02/2025

Play time 🥳

A few pics of the Honeydew pups and adults ♥️
16/02/2025

A few pics of the Honeydew pups and adults ♥️

Address

Heidelberg Road
Kliprivier
1871

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 16:30
Saturday 08:30 - 12:00

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+27658606784

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S.A. Dog Training College & Kennels (SADTC) is a dog training school that was established in 1984 by Chris and Christine Van Der Westhuizen, a couple dedicated to teaching others how to encourage the best from their dogs.

We noticed that there was a need for gentler training methods and a demand from dog owners for other courses besides obedience. In 1984, puppy socialising, agility, consultations and the like, were hardly known to South Africans!

SADTC brought these, and many more, courses into South Africa in a big way. Our dog school has led the way for humane methods of training, and have been pioneers for the many methods being used today.