Let’s talk about one of Pretoria’s hidden gems that’s perfect for you and your pup—Jan Celliers Park. If you haven’t been yet, let me paint you a picture of what makes this park so special.

Spoiler alert: It’s got everything you and your pup could want. but make sure that your puppy is fully vaccinated before visiting the park! Safety first.

Recently, we had an outing to Irene Village Mall in Centurion. Did you know that the whole mall is pretty much pet friendly? Its the perfect place for socialisation and training.

What’s better than getting a pup cup from Starbucks and treats from Absolute Pets while working on your training?

We have found a private dog park in Pretoria that is perfect for reactive dogs or simply for a change in scenery. Harmony K9 Village is located in Montana, Pretoria. The park is completely fenced off with loads of space and obstacles for the dogs to explore. The park has a small splash pool that is perfect for cooling off on a hot day.

Nestled less than a kilometer north of the Rooihuiskraal Historical Terrain, the Bishop Bird Nature Area offers a tranquil escape, providing a haven for nature lovers and their dogs. Recently, we embarked on another delightful group walk to the bird park with our Treat to Train students. This is THE perfect spot for a decompression walk with your dog.

We all know how important it is to socialize a puppy. Its critical for healthy development and really helps them to grow into well-adjusted and confident adult dogs. If you’re like me, you’re always looking for places that are perfect for socializing your puppy in Pretoria. These are three of my favorite spots you can explore with your new puppy.

From lazy days in the private pool, sunbathing along the riverbank or setting off on an adventure with one of the hiking trails they offer, you can enjoy them all!

 Burkei is located about an hour to two hours outside of Pretoria/Johannesburg. They offer five self-catering cottages that sleeps 4-8 people depending on the cottage you book. Each unit has it’s own private pool, braai area and more.

The hike is one of the easier ones however not suited for newbie hikers still building their fitness or young dogs still growing. The walk is in the sun with no shade unless you’re walking through the cave itself. For this reason, make sure to pack enough water for you and your dogs especially in the warmer months.

The trail is 9 – 13km, depending on which guide is leading you. There is a dam about 3km before the finish where you can have a braai and relax a little. The water is a good end to a sunny hike for water loving dogs.