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Puppy Kindergarten
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For puppies at least
10 weeks old and no older than 4 months at start of class.
This class is an
introduction to basic skills such
as:
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- name
response - come (foundation
of teaching come) - sit
- down
- stay
- watch me
- leave it
- walking on
leash
The class format
is is more relaxed than the Elementary School for older dogs. Emphasis on proper
socialization and behavior issues such as mouthing, chewing, jumping, barking,
crating, potty training, appropriate play and exercise and problem
prevention.
- Fun and safe
obstacle course to build puppy's confidence - Interaction with
new people, exposure to distractions, other puppies, sight and
sounds
- Supervised play
time
At the end of the
training course, I will administer the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test. Upon passing,
owners and their puppies may enroll in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program.
One of the requirements to pass the test
is that you must attend all 6 classes.
For info about AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, click here