Puppy Training

Puppy Start Right

GOOD DAWG TRAINING IS THE ONLY SERVICE PROVIDER OF THIS COMPREHENSIVE PUPPY COURSE IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA.

Early puppyhood is a critical time for socialization and learning.

Experiences during this time set the stage for the rest of your puppy's life.

For dogs older than 5 months, we suggest enrolling them in Start Right Level 1

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Puppy Yappy Hour

Puppy Start Right

Meet-ups where your puppy can develop their social skills in a safe and supervised setting. Puppy Yappy Hour is for all personalities and breeds.

For ages 12 - 20 weeks

(3 - 5 months).

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Teen Yappy Hour

Puppy Start Right

Teen Yappy Hour

The opportunity for shy and undersocialized adolescent dogs to gain confidence in a managed environment.

Teen Yappy Hour is open to all breeds; however, due to variations in size and energy levels, we recommend calling us before booking. This way, we can match dogs with similar sizes and energies.

For ages 5 - 7 months.

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Puppy Start Right

We address the following:

Confidence-building life skills: Positive socialization, exposure to novel objects, new sounds, veterinary and home-care handling.

Foundation training skills: Eye contact, name recognition, come, collar & harness wearing, recall, sit, touch, and down.

Behavior Topics: Potty training, car sickness, crate training, digging, counter-surfing, jumping, barking, nipping, separation anxiety, and mouthing.

Class Duration - 1 hour
Class Frequency - 1 hour per week for 4 weeks
Cost - Normal rate $320, Grand Opening Deal = $200 - discount will be applied at booking.
Dog Age Range - 7 to 20 weeks old, but should be between 7 and 12 weeks of age when starting class
Experience level - Beginner
Prerequisite Training - None
Vaccinations: Proof of at least one distemper/parvo combination vaccine at least seven days before the class start date. Proof of current rabies vaccination if puppy is over four months. Proof of current bordetella vaccination. Proof of vaccinations must be uploaded with the Dog Behavior & History Form on the Booking page (Step 1).
What to Bring - a puppy leash, flat collar or harness. A healthy pup! We kindly ask that unwell puppies or those showing signs of illness stay home until they are healthy enough to join the fun.
How many people can attend? - 2 adults or 1 adult and a child over 12 years old.
Puppy Start Right books will be available for purchase; buying them is optional.

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Your puppy is not too young for training

Puppies can be socialized & begin training while they're undergoing their vaccinations

American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) statement: “In general, puppies can start socialization classes as early as 7-8 weeks of age. Puppies should receive a minimum of one set of vaccines at least 7 days prior to the first class and a first deworming. They should be kept up to date on all vaccines throughout the class.”

The American Kennel Club statement: "It used to be that trainers and veterinarians recommended that puppies begin training classes as soon as they were old enough to have all of their vaccines and boosters. What this meant was that some puppies didn't get to class until they already had behavioral issues and were headed down the path to a problem that started in the Critical Period of Socialization or Fear period. As a result, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, animal behaviorists and many trainers now recommend that puppies (who do not have health problems) begin classes as early as 7-8 weeks".

Puppy Yappy Hour

Short, supervised, positive, and safe play sessions help young puppies develop essential socialization skills and independence, while also allowing them to burn off excess energy. Puppy parents must be present as it's an opportunity to learn about puppy behavior.

**All puppies not enrolled in Puppy Start Right must provide

proof of vaccinations to join Puppy Yappy Hour.

Yappy Hour Duration -45 min
Yappy Hour Frequency - Daily - times TBD
Cost - $10
Puppy Age Range - 7 weeks - 5 months
Experience level - Beginner
Prerequisite Training - None**
Vaccinations: Proof of at least one distemper/parvo combination vaccine at least seven days before the class start date. Proof of current rabies vaccination if puppy is over four months. Proof of current bordetella vaccination. Proof of vaccinations must be uploaded with the Dog Behavior & History Form on the Booking page (Step 1).
What to Bring A healthy pup! We kindly ask that unwell puppies or those showing signs of illness stay home until they are healthy enough to join the fun.
How many people can attend? - 2 adults or 1 adult and a child over 12 years old.

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Teen Yappy Hour

Teen Yappy Hour is open to all breeds; however, due to variations in size and energy levels, we recommend calling us before booking. This way, we can match dogs with similar sizes and energies

**All teens not enrolled in Puppy Start Right must provide

proof of vaccinations to join Puppy Yappy Hour.

Yappy Hour Duration -45 min
Yappy Hour Frequency - Daily - times TBD
Cost - $10
Puppy Age Range - 5 - 7 months
Experience level - Beginner
Prerequisite Training - None**
Vaccinations: Proof of at least one distemper/parvo combination vaccine at least seven days before the class start date. Proof of current rabies vaccination if puppy is over four months. Proof of current bordetella vaccination. Proof of vaccinations must be uploaded with the Dog Behavior & History Form on the Booking page (Step 1).
What to Bring - A 6-foot leash, flat collar, or harness. A healthy pup! We kindly ask that unwell puppies or those showing signs of illness stay home until they are healthy enough to join the fun.
How many people can attend? - 2 adults or 1 adult and a child over 12 years old.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please email training@good-dawg.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What age should I start training my puppy?

Puppies can start training as early as 7 weeks old. It's important to begin early as it builds confidence, attention span, self-control, pup-human relationship and provides enrichment.

Do you offer private training?

Yes, we do offer private puppy training at our facility. All training is geared toward teaching the pup parent who can use their newly gained skills in class and at home.

What methods do you use for behavior modification?

We mainly focus on the reinforcement (strengthening) of wanted behaviors. We do not use force or fear in our training.

Do owners attend Yappy Hour?

Absolutely! Puppy parents must be present as it's an opportunity to learn about puppy behavior. Playdates are 45 minutes long.

Are Vaccinations required?

YES, the first round of DHPP (Parvo) and Bordetella are required to be uploaded to your customer portal before attending any puppy activity. These vaccinations help build your puppy's immune system and protect against kennel cough, and other contagious illnesses. If your puppy exhibits any symptoms we kindly ask you to keep them home!

My breeder/ vet told me to keep my puppy home during the vaccination period. How safe is my puppy at Good Dawg Training?

Many dogs develop severe behavioral challenges due to a lack of early training and socialization. This often results in anxious, fearful dogs that become difficult to handle. Sadly they end up in shelters.

American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) statement: “In general, puppies can start socialization classes as early as 7-8 weeks of age. Puppies should receive a minimum of one set of vaccines at least 7 days before the first class and a first deworming. They should be kept up-to-date on all vaccines throughout the class.”

All puppies and dogs at Good Dawg Training are required to be vaccinated. Dogs exhibiting any signs of illness are asked to stay home and will not be allowed in. The facility is cleaned with a veterinary-approved sanitizer known to kill parvo, amongst other diseases.

Puppy Training

Puppy Start Right

Puppy Start Right

Puppy Start Right

Puppy Yappy Hour

Puppy Start Right

Puppy Start Right

Teen Yappy Hour

Puppy Start Right

Teen Yappy Hour

Puppy Start Right

Your puppy is not too young for training

Puppies can be socialized & begin training while they're undergoing their vaccinations

Puppy Yappy Hour

Early puppyhood is a critical time for socialization and learning

Puppy Yappy Hour

Teen Yappy Hour

Frequently Asked Questions

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