ADOLESCENT LIFE SKILLS class is for dogs 15 weeks to 5 months at start of class. This class will give your juvenile an opportunity to continue valuable socialization while providing you the needed support and knowledge to teach your puppy the behaviors they need to communicate effectively in your home.
Class topics may include the following, but are often tailored to individual classes.
- Frustration prevention (dog and owner)
- Appropriate coping during stressful and frustrating moments
- Appropriate dog interactions, in and out of play
- Addressing and working through frustration during training
- Mental vs. physical enrichment and how they play a role in development and coping
- Refresh known skills and build upon what your young dog knows already
- How to encourage decompression and appropriate coping
- Problem-solving and prevention
- Graduation diploma
Fees
$100, 4 sessions of 50-minute lessons.
Note about Treats
The best way to train your pet is through the proper use of positive reinforcement and rewards. Please bring plenty of high-value treats to class, such as cut-up hot dogs, cheese, chicken, and chewy training treats. You’ll likely use more than you think!
