This class is a combination of teaching the new addition to your family what is expected of him/her. We play fun training games to socialize your puppy, teach proper manners, and calming signals. Gentling exercises” enabling the owner to touch the puppy’s feet, ears and tummy w/o a struggle in preparation for vet visits. Building a relationship with your puppy” where we discuss consistency, fairness, frequent very short training sessions, and always having a reward available for good behavior.

Do not feed the puppy immediately before class and to refrain from much interaction with other puppies before class as getting them all “wound up” is not very conducive for learning. At the end of class, we will allow 5 to10 minutes of free play among the puppies as a reward for their work.

We are looking forward to your participation in our Top Dog’s Puppy Kindergarten Class. I am Jennie Fuller, and I will be the instructor for the 6-week class. Please provide proof of current rabies, distemper, and bordatella vaccines. For clients that need to provide proof of vaccines and/or pay their tuition, arrive 15 minutes early. Supplies you will need to bring are high-value treats, such as hot dogs, string cheese, or boiled chicken. A leash (non-retractable)and collar. A mat or small bed.