Puppy Basics
Training & Socialization
New puppy? Get your relationship started out on the right paw!
Puppies can be a handful, and we're here to help. Is your puppy mouthy, or put everything in their mouth? Your puppy will learn how to act appropriately in your home and that a door is not an invitation to bolt! In Puppy Class, your precious new addition will learn basic manners while working on socialization skills. For puppies 8 weeks to 5 months old. Only four puppies per class!*
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Foundation Skills
To get you and your puppy ready for the real world, we will focus on teaching your puppy important foundation skills such as how to:
Prevent counter-surfing and begging at the table
Walk nicely on a leash and not drag you all over the block
Get your dog to leave an item and teach them to drop something if they already have it
Greet people without jumping all over them
Come when called
Behave around an open door
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Socialization Skills
We will help you make sense of socialization and how to read your puppy. Socialization is important for puppies because it sets them up for success as adult dogs, introducing them to sights, sounds, and other life experiences at a key time when your pup's personality and outlook toward the world are forming. In class, we will discuss:
What is socialization, how do we go about it, and how we give our dogs a choice in their day-to-day life
Body language and what to look for
Preventing resource guarding and handling scary things
The importance of making sure your puppy can be alone at times
Handling for the vets or groomers
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Training Info
Did you know that puppies who are not socialized or not socialized properly tend to grow up into fearful and even aggressive adults? It's true!
Our trainers use progressive training methods - we adhere to force-free and fear-free training that will transform your dog into a great family member. We will help your boisterous puppy become a polite pup. Your puppy can join class as young as 8 weeks of age. So, what are you waiting for?
Class/Private Rescheduling Policy
Reschedule More Than 3 Business Days* Before Class or Private Begins: No Charge
Reschedule 3 Business Days* or Less Before Class or Private Begins: $50 Charge
Class /Private Cancellation Policy
Cancel More Than 5 Business Days* Before Class or Private Begins: 100% Refund, Less $25 Charge
Cancel 5 Business Days* or Less Before Class, or Private Begins: 50% Refund
Once Class or Private Sessions Have Begun: No Refund
*Business Days Are Considered Monday - Friday
Required Vaccines
Dogs must have up-to-date vaccinations, including Rabies, DHLPP (Distemper), and Bordetella, as required by your veterinarian. Puppies should have age-appropriate vaccinations.
* There may be a 5th dog in class if they’re doing a make-up.
Can’t make it to class or don’t live locally?
Check out our online courses, available anytime!