Puppy Life Lessons 101– Ages 10 weeks – 6 months
$195 ~ 5 weeks – 1 hour/class
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Location: 1000 SW 149th St, Burien, WA 98166
This class is great for: (can be done in conjunction to Puppy Play or Beginner Puppy Life Lessons)
- New puppy owners
- Owners wanting to brush up on their “puppying” skills
- Puppy socialization
- Basic Obedience skills
What to expect to learn in class:
- Name recognition
- Engagement skills
- Handling
- New and Novel Exposure
- Loose Leash Walking/Leash Manners
- Come when called
- Sharing
- Alone time
- Settling
- Wait
- Got to your spot
- Leave it
- Polite Greetings
Required for enrollment:
- Proof of Current Vaccinations (Bordetella within the last 6 months, Rabies, DHPP)
- Proof of negative Ova & Parasite test including giardia antigen test—within the last 60 days
- A Signed Waiver
For each of the items listed above, please send to wendy@pawstoappreciate.com prior to class start date.
For your dog’s safety, your dog will not be able to play if proof of negative fecal and current vaccination records are not presented before class. We take your puppies health to heart. Please refer to the link below for additional valuable information regarding socialization and vaccinations.
What to bring to class:
- Notepad & pen
- Edible chews & treats to give to your dog as other dogs enter the room. Reward them for being quiet & calm.
- Your dog that has been moderately exercised
- A hungry dog! – DO NOT FEED your dog before class.
- A rug, blanket or bed to work on the “settle” exercise.
- Treats: A variety of treats to each class. Have them pea-sized or smaller.
- Hot dogs
- Baked or boiled meat
- Raw freeze-dried complete meals or treats
- Anything juicy and super smelly
- Treat Bag
- Your dog on a 6-8 ft leash (Recommend: Brahma or leather) and one of the following:
- Flat collar or martingale collar
- Front attaching harness
- Head Halter (Halti) – Please No prong collars, choke chains or retractable leashes
- An item for your dog to stay busy during down time.
- A frozen Stuffed Kong
- Bully stick
Meet the Instructors:
Wendy and Tatyana completed a training apprenticeship program and became trainers for one of Seattle’s premier dog training facilities. They have years of hands on experience through training a variety of dogs of differing temperament and ages. They are well versed in both private and group instruction. Wendy is CPDT-KA certified and has over 7 years of experience. Tatyana presently works for a well-established dog care facility on the Eastside where she teaches classes, provides private consults and offers training for their board and train program. If you’re interested in more information or additional services please contact us at: wendy@pawstoappreciate.com