Puppy Kindergarten

This class helps puppies start off on the right paw using positive reinforcement techniques.

Prerequisites: No prior class is needed to attend Puppy Kindergarten.

PUPPY KINDERGARTEN is for puppies between 8 weeks and 5 months of age on the first day of class. This class is designed to focus on teaching basic cues only. The class meets once a week for four weeks. Topics to be covered will include, but are not limited to:

Basic cues (sit, name, down, polite greetings, etc.)
Introduction to loose leash walking
Additional focus on timing and reinforcement during training
Introduction to foundation cues for everyday
Problem solving
Problem prevention

Puppy Kindergarten

4-week sessions (1 per week for 4 weeks)

^$85

After selecting a class, you will be walked through the online registration process through our online registration system. No registration will be considered confirmed without payment.

Does your dog consistently react strongly to humans or other dogs?

Reactive dogs have a hard time focusing on their owner during the class, making it hard for them to learn and retain the information they are being taught. If you are unsure if your dog will be successful in a group training class, a Drop-In training class is a great way to see if your dog is able to learn in the busy environment our training center provides.

If you have any concerns about the behaviors your dog displays, please email dogtraining@arl-iowa.org or call (515) 473-9131.

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 hotdogs, cheese, chicken, chewy training treats, etc.