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Puppy Socialization Classes

Puppy Start Right PreSchool

Human only Orientation and 4 Themed Classes 

Prepare your puppy for a lifetime at your side! Did you know the best time to socialize your puppy is between 7 to 12 weeks of age? Experiences during this time can influence how your dog will interact with the world for the rest of their life! 

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Join the FUN! We expose your puppy to other dogs, people, sights, sounds, and objects at a level they can handle to form beneficial associations.

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Fun Class Activities Include! 

  • Off-leash play/interaction with other suitable dogs. 

  • Simulated vet and grooming visits. 

  • Exposure to people of different genders, race, and age.

  • Comprehensive problem and prevention model for common puppy behaviors. ​

    • House training 

    • Mouthing/Biting

    • Jumping

    • Chewing

    • Digging

    • Food/Object Guarding Prevention 

    • Among other common puppy behaviors. 

 

Your puppy will learn basic good manners including: 

  • Attention

  • Sit

  • Down

  • Drop it

  • Loose leash walking. 

 

By the end of this class owners will be able to understand their puppies emotional signals, and puppies will develop socialization skills with people, other dogs and in new environments. 

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​Puppy Start Right Preschool was Designed by Dr. Kenneth Martin. One of less than 100 veterinarians in the world to obtain the status of a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists.

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Next Class: ​

  • Wednesday March 19th, 2025 @ 7:15 pm

  • Sunday April 27th, 2025 @ 10:00am

  • Sunday June 8th, 2025 @ 10:00am

  • Sunday  July 27th, 2025 @ 10:00 am

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Class Rules and Policies 

Vaccination Policy 

Our goal is to provide a healthy and safe training environment for both you and your dog. Vaccinating your dog is vital to protecting their health and well-being.  

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We have vaccination requirements for every dog visiting our facility or participating in any group class. We do allow exceptions in our vaccine policy for dogs that have a history of vaccination reactions. We honor the vaccination policy created by Dr. Jean Dobbs for any dog where minimal vaccinations are advised or desired. 

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The following vaccinations are required for all puppies entering our building. 

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  • Age-appropriate Rabies Vaccination 

  • 1st Round of DHLPP Vaccination 

  • Negative Fecal Exam*

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*We recommend having the fecal test as soon as possible after you register. If the test is positive, your puppy may need to be treated and retested before they can come to class. 

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Policies and Rules

  • Please bring a hungry dog, small easy to eat treats, and a 4-6ft leash. 

 

  • Classes begin promptly at your classes predetermined start time. Please arrive early to class. Late arrivals may be turned away. ​

 

  • The following equipment is not allowed in class

    • ​retractable leashes​

    • choke, prong, or shock collars

 

  • Please refrain from using your cell phone or mobile device during class. 

 

  • Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear while in classes. Tennis shoes are always a great option! 

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