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Puppy Training

About Puppy Training

We believe that the foundation for a happy, well-behaved dog starts early. Our expert puppy training programs are designed to help you build a strong bond with your new furry friend while teaching essential skills and positive behaviors. It’s important to start puppy training right away because a dog’s critical period of development is between 8 and 16 weeks. Whether you're bringing home your first puppy or adding another member to your family, our team of experienced trainers will guide you through every step of the way. A great program for puppies between 8 weeks and 6 months.

TRAINING LESSONS & RATES

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TRAINING LESSON LENGTH

Lessons are usually 1hr

Let us help you restore your peace and mind with positive puppy training!

  • Basic Obedience: Teach your puppy key commands like sit, stay, come, and more, ensuring they listen to you both at home and in public spaces.

  • Potty Training: Establish routines and techniques that make potty training smooth and stress-free for both you and your puppy.

  • Socialization Skills: Help your puppy learn how to interact confidently with other dogs, people, and new environments, setting them up for positive experiences.

  • Problem-Solving: Address unwanted behaviors like biting, jumping, chewing, and excessive barking with proven, positive reinforcement methods.

  • Crate Training: Introduce crates as safe, comfortable spaces for puppies. We will also work on reducing whining or anxiety around crate time.

  • Bite Inhibition: Teach puppies to control their mouthing and biting during play.

  • Education: Puppy training is about more than teaching commands—it's a vital foundation for a lifetime of good behavior, confidence, and a strong bond between you and your dog. Educating yourself as an owner and understanding how dogs learn can make all the difference in achieving successful training outcomes.

Why Choose Us?

  • Positive Reinforcement: We use kind, effective methods that focus on rewarding good behavior, building trust and confidence in your puppy.

  • Experienced Trainers: Our team has years of experience working with puppies of all breeds and sizes, and we tailor our approach to meet the needs of each unique puppy.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Puppy training can begin as early as 8 weeks old and continues throughout the puppy's formative months, typically up to 6 months old. However, the age at which you start training depends on your puppy's developmental stage and the training goals.

  • An initial puppy training lesson sets the foundation for teaching basic obedience, building a bond with your puppy, and setting expectations for future learning. It typically focuses on simple, positive reinforcement-based exercises. Here's what it generally looks like:

    1. Introduction and Establishing a Positive Environment

    2. Building Attention and Focus

    3. Introduction to Basic Commands

    4. Handling and Desensitization

    5. Socialization and Interaction

    6. Positive Reinforcement and Rewarding Desired Behavior

    7. Q&A and Troubleshooting

    8. Homework and Next Steps

    Key Points to Remember:

    • Positive reinforcement (treats, praise, and toys) is essential for teaching puppies.

    • Training should be short, fun, and consistent, focusing on building a bond with your puppy.

    • Sessions typically last around 30 minutes to an hour for an initial lesson, but it's always good to be mindful of the puppy's attention span.

    The overall goal is to ensure your puppy has a positive association with training, and you both leave the lesson feeling confident and ready to continue learning together! overall goal is to ensure your puppy has a positive association with training, and you both leave the lesson feeling confident and ready to continue learning together!

  • We give our clients various options for training sites. Training can be done in the comfort of your own home, at a mutual location, or at the trainer’s property.