For puppies 6 weeks and older
(San Francisco + San Mateo County)
🐶 Comprehensive 12-week training program
🐶 Private in-home lessons weekly
🐶 Training videos + educational materials
🐶 Unlimited support via text chat
Overview
If you dream of having a dog that’s a joy to be around, listens reliably, and behaves well in public, it’s essential to start training your puppy as soon as you bring them home.
Puppies can be overwhelming, and figuring it all out can feel frustrating. How do you potty train them? Manage their boundless energy? Stop them from biting you, chewing on furniture, or crying when left alone.
This 12-week Puppy Training Program is designed to support new puppy owners, providing the tools and guidance to make raising your puppy easier and more structured.
Over the next 2-3 months, we’ll meet weekly at your home to train your puppy together. Each private session is 45 minutes long and includes a practical + informational part. You’ll understand why puppies behave the way they do and learn how to guide them toward the behaviors you want. We’ll address your challenges and develop strategies to avoid common puppy-raising mistakes.
Between sessions, you’ll receive personalized homework assignments with fun and easy exercises to practice with your puppy. These exercises are designed to strengthen your bond while helping your puppy learn. Written instructions and video tutorials will be provided for all exercises.
Throughout the program, you’ll also receive ongoing support via text chat.
Private Puppy Training Curriculum
What Topics Are Covered in This Program?
This program covers a wide range of essential puppy training topics to help you raise a confident, well-behaved dog. Topics include, but are not limited to:
- Potty Training: Teaching your puppy to consistently go in the right place.
- Socialization: Ensuring your puppy is comfortable in various environments, such as crowded spaces, noisy streets, long car rides, and public places.
- Separation Anxiety Prevention: Building your puppy’s ability to stay calm and confident when left alone.
- Manners and Social Skills: Eliminating jumping, biting, and destructive behaviors like chewing on furniture.
- Leash Skills: Teaching your puppy to walk calmly on a leash without pulling.
- Husbandry Training: Making grooming, nail clipping, bath time, and vet visits stress-free experiences.
- Recall: Training your puppy to come when called and maintain focus on walks.
- Focus & Attention: Helping your puppy stay engaged with you in stimulating environments.
- Impulse Control: Teaching your puppy to wait patiently, especially around food.
- Settle on a Mat: Encouraging your puppy to relax in a designated spot.
- Polite Greetings: Training your puppy to greet people calmly and respectfully.
- Neutrality to Dogs and People: Helping your puppy stay calm and composed in public around other dogs and people.
- Crate Training: Making the crate a safe and positive space for your puppy.
- Essential Commands: Teaching foundational cues such as sit, drop, leave it, and more.
This comprehensive program ensures your puppy learns the skills they need to thrive in your home and the world around them!
F.A.Q.
🍪 What if I encounter other puppy issues not covered in the list?
Most puppies undergo the same issues, but if, for some reason, this program does not cover them, we will be able to customize the training program a bit.
🧑🦰 Is it a force-free R+ positive reinforcement training program?
Yes, it is! You will learn to train your puppy using food and playtime as reinforcement. We will not use harsh tools, punishment, or correction. All our training strategies follow the latest animal behavior science and ensure that we consider your pup’s wellness.
🍼 What is the best age to start training a puppy?
You should start training your puppy as soon as it gets home! Certain things (like proper socialization) should be done before your puppy is 13 weeks old, so starting training at eight weeks is ideal. Depending on your puppy’s age, we will adjust the program and start with age-appropriate training exercises.
💉 What if my puppy doesn’t have all the shots yet?
Don’t worry; we will have a session at your home and take all the precautions. You should not wait for all the shots to be done before starting the training.
How this program workS
1️⃣ Initial Session: We’ll start with an initial session, where I’ll meet you and your puppy, answer any questions you have, and explain how the training process will unfold.
2️⃣ Weekly Training Sessions: We’ll meet weekly on a designated day for a 45-minute training session. These sessions will include hands-on training and a discussion of the training plan for the upcoming week.
3️⃣ Home Practice: Each week, you’ll have a set of 2-3 exercises to practice with your puppy daily (or more frequently, if you have extra time!). The practice will take 10-20 minutes per day.
4️⃣ Training Notes: After each session, you’ll receive training notes. You’ll also have access to a training library with video and text instructions for all the exercises we work on.
5️⃣ Unlimited Online Support: You’ll have access to unlimited online support via text. Feel free to reach out with any questions, and I’ll provide all the guidance you need.
Ready to apply for the program?
After you purchase the program, you will be redirected to a page to book your first session.
Puppy Program Rules
- The initial session is the first session of the 12-week program.
- Weekly sessions are private, held at your home, and last 45 minutes each.
- The program duration is 12 weeks, starting from the initial session.
- All sessions are scheduled in advance with a designated same day and time each week.
- If you are unable to attend a session, you will receive a virtual lesson along with a home assignment that includes video tutorials and text instructions.
- In case of an emergency, one rescheduling is allowed during the entire program.
- Beyond the one rescheduling, there are no in-person make-ups for missed or canceled sessions.
- The program is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Service Area: San Francisco + San Mateo County
