Brainery
A step-by-step social skills program to help dogs feel safe and confident in group settings.
The Brainery is designed for dogs who need extra support to navigate social environments. Through structured sessions, gentle introductions, and positive reinforcement, your dog will develop confidence and social skills at their own pace.
With small groups and carefully managed interactions, we create a stress-free experience where your dog can learn, play, and thrive.
Timetable
There are two different types of days within each week. Drop-off days and transport days.
Tuesdays and Thursdays are drop-off days. You bring your dog to our studio on these mornings and leave your dog here for the day. Picking it up again in the afternoon.
Mondays and Wednesdays are transport days. The Brainery Bus will travel to your house and pick up your dog on the way. Then your dog will be dropped off again at the end of the day. Transport has an additional fee, which we will work out based on your location.
After completing the Brainery program, your dog will:
Feel more comfortable and confident around other dogs.
Stay relaxed in new environments and social settings.
Travel calmly in the Brainery Bus.
Settle easily in a group setting.
Enjoy structured play without overstimulation.
Build resilience and trust through positive experiences.
Here’s what you get with the Brainery program
Toe Dipper – Trial day assessment
A single session to assess your dog’s ability to transition into a social environment.
Your dog will experience:
- Meeting and greeting a stranger calmly.
- On-lead handling by a new person.
- Introduction to the Brainery Bus and their designated space.
- Observed socialisation and engagement throughout the day.
Cost: $100 per session (paid in advance)
Waist Deep – Three transition sessions
After successfully completing the Toe Dipper, your dog moves into the transition phase. Over three structured visits, we monitor their progress, helping them build confidence and social skills.
Your dog will experience:
- Gradual exposure to a small, carefully matched group.
- Supervised interactions to encourage calm engagement.
- Updates after each session with recommendations.
Cost: $300 for 3 visits (paid in advance)
Fooligan – Full-time Brainery membership
Once your dog has successfully transitioned, they become a full-time Brainery member, enjoying ongoing socialisation, enrichment, and structured play.
Your dog will experience:
- Regular play and engagement with well-matched companions.
- Mentally stimulating activities to build resilience.
- A structured environment that promotes calm social behaviour.
Cost: $100 per day (paid in advance)
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