About us

Linda and I (Sam) saw a need in Port Elizabeth for a puppy school that caters for " puppies with a difference."We wanted to offer a training schedule that encouraged dog lovers to put a little bit more into development of their puppies. We wanted to show people people that it is possible to train dogs using fun methods.Our classes have evolved and we have set up a very successful, hugely fun, puppy training school. Both Linda and I have trained dogs to top levels in Conformation, Obedience,Schutzhund, IGP, Dog Carting,Working Trials, Tracking Trials, Rally Dog & Nose Work. I am a licenced Obedience, Working Trials, Tracking , Tracking Trials, Carting Judge and Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.Linda is also a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and is qualified to judge at Obedience, Rally Dog and Working Trials events. Our objective is to bring fun and camaraderie back into the sport of dog training. we love to hear the laughter and banter on the field during our sessions.

We will help you build a solid foundation for a confident, well mannered pup or prospective sport dog. join our fun training sessions..details below... 

Training classes

Pawsome puppies

Our PAWsome Puppy class is aimed at very young pups. We will show you how to train your dog using positive reinforcement. 

Where: Quattro K9 Village,
 Theescombe,Port Elizabeth
When: Sundays  @ 14h00

Quattro K9 School of Rally 

We help handlers wih ongoing obedience training that forms the foundation for Rally Dog or other sports. Even if you are not planning to compete you will develop a dog with super fun skills that is usefull in everyday life.

Where: Quattro K9 Village, Theescombe, Port Elizabeth

When: Saturdays @ 14h00

Nose Work

Nose Work is the sport of odour detection. We will train the Nosework team odour discrimination, using a passive indication to alert the handler that the odour has been found.

Where: Quattro K9 Village, Theescombe, Port Elizabeth
When: Fridays @16h30

Monthly One on One lessons

Every month we have 2 days of one on one lessons - the sessions are 40 minutes and it is an individual lesson. We help handlers with Obedience, Rally Dog, Working Trials, Dog Carting, Nose Work, Environmental stimulation  &Tracking.

Where: Quattro K9 Village, Theescombe, Port Elizabeth

When: 2 Days every Month as advertised

Pawsome Puppies

Sundays @ 14h00

Recognizing the need for effective training for young puppies, we conducted extensive research and planning to develop a winning curriculum. Our program blends fun and engaging activities, ensuring a delightful experience for both puppies and their handlers.


PAWsome Puppies (Sunday Afternoons):

The focus for baby puppies is on basic control and environmental enrichment. The activities include:


    • Learning their names: Helping puppies respond to their names.
    • Receiving treats: Teaching puppies to generate treats as rewards.
    • Heelwork: Introducing a few steps of heelwork.
    • Recalls: Practicing small, baby recalls.
    • Ups, downs, and stands: Luring the puppies into basic position changes.
    • Environmental Enrichment: Setting up different obstacles each week to challenge and stimulate the puppies. These obstacles encourage puppies to think and act independently to solve puzzles.


Our puppy training program is designed to be both fun and educational, ensuring that each puppy develops essential skills while enjoying the process. With a focus on environmental enrichment and personalized socializing, we aim to create a positive and stimulating environment for all participants.

Quattro K9 School of rally

Saturdays from 14h00 - 16h30 (2 Classes)

When we launched the Quattro K9 Training Centre, our primary focus was on basic control work. However, with the introduction of the KUSA Rally schedule, we saw an opportunity to expand our curriculum. Although we had incorporated a form of Rally in our courses, it differed from the new KUSA discipline, which quickly gained popularity and attracted large entries at shows. Our training group expressed interest in participating, and since we were already familiar with many of the moves, we decided to integrate Rally into our program.


This led to...


    • Thursday night training for dedicated enthusiasts
    • Saturday afternoon sessions for aspiring enthusiasts
    • Sunday afternoon training sessions to lay the foundation for Rally excitement
    • Special training days
    • Evaluations every six weeks
    • Training sessions with several Rally judges
    • Many students progressing towards championship status
    • Our focus remains on basic behaviors, offering students interested in Rally the chance to pursue this exciting discipline.

Nose Work

Friday @ 18h30

Linda identified a gap in the training programs offered by KUSA and sought to introduce new activities for adventurous dogs. Nosework emerged as the perfect solution, providing opportunities for dogs that often faced challenges in other disciplines.

    • This included:
    • Reactive dogs
    • Older dogs
    • Physically challenged dogs
    • Shy dogs
    • Dogs with performance anxiety
    •  Dogs with a talent for scentwork but unsuitable for other disciplines
    • Handlers who wish to showcase their dogs but find other disciplines unsuitable


Linda conducted extensive research to develop a comprehensive nosework program, which has become her hallmark. She established:

    • Levels of difficulty for test searches
    • Qualifying criteria for each level
    •  Qualifying cards
    •  QuattroK9 Nosework Certification criteria

Linda's program is designed with continuous goals, ensuring there is always something new to achieve. 

Record cards are meticulously maintained, making them perfect for showcasing accomplishments.

One on one lessons

2 Days per month - advertised on Quattro K9 Facebook page

We offer one-on-one training sessions twice a month. This initiative began when Sam, faced with an excess of leave, was advised by her manager to take it before losing it. Thus, the one-on-one training sessions were born.

Every month, around mid-month, Sam is available on Thursdays and Fridays, offering 40-minute slots throughout both days for personalized training. These sessions cover a wide range of dog training needs, including:

  • Obedience
  • Rally
  • Scentwork
  • Retrieve training
  • Nosework
  • Puppy games
  • Obstacles
  • Dancing with dogs
  • Freestyle heelwork
  • Carting

The one-on-one training sessions are flexible and tailored to individual needs, whether it's for high-level training or simply allowing the dog to play safely off-lead in an enclosed arena. Whatever your requirements, Sam ensures an enjoyable and productive session.

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