Puppy Beginners

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For puppies between 4-6 months old on the first day of class. 

Class is Live Online conducted using Zoom and will require a high-speed internet connection and a computer or mobile device.  

This class is $160 for four sessions in total. Each session is approximately 50 minutes.

Prerequisite:  None! Open to all age-appropriate puppies.

Are you tired of your dog pulling or tugging you on walks or bolting out an opened door without coming back when called? It's time to introduce obedience commands and follow-through that will keep him and you safe. Any age dog can learn with proper guidance.

All dogs learn quickly with consistent training and thrive on positive reinforcement. Patience, practice, and heaps of love go a long way in turning an untrained pet into a loyal and responsive dog.

When you create an activity that the dog gets rewards and positive feedback, the dog will start looking for direction, thus developing a strong bond.

• Walking at Heel. About Turns, Circle Left and Right. Correct position at your side.
• Sit- and Down-Stay. 
• Come Front.
• Finish.

Become the leader your dog looks to for direction. Through positive reinforcement and fun games, students strengthen their relationship with their dog and gain a greater ability to concentrate and obey around distractions. Learn and practice simple commands, such as sit and down,  staying in both positions, coming when called, walking on a loose leash, "Leave it", and more! Furthermore, we'll cover basic learning theory and teach you how to recognize your dog's thoughts and feelings to improve your communication.

Improvement comes with repetitive training; you will build trust and respect with your four-legged friend and become a good working team.  

Four classes will give you an excellent start to a well-behaved dog that looks to you for direction.

Bring training treats to class for use as rewards for a job well done. It's also a good idea to have some high-reward treats to reward your dog through the session. Small, bite-sized treats are ideal. 

• Collar. Bring what you have since different collars work on different dogs. Once I see the dog the first week, I will be able to recommend the correct collar.
• Leash. 6-foot nylon or leather

Age: Puppies four to six months old on the first day of class.

**NEW** In-Person Classes are held April-June in Manteca, CA. See registration information for exact location.

Class is Live Online conducted using Zoom (click for link) and will require a high-speed internet connection and a computer or mobile device. 

This class is $160 for four sessions in total. Each session is approximately 50 minutes long. All class times are on Pacific Standard Time.