Discover how to provide outlets for normal puppy behavior, minimize potty accidents; and manage, control and prevent inappropriate behavior like jumping, chewing on shoes and other other things, hard mouthing and nipping on hands and legs. In puppy class, we go over the best ways to meet your puppy's basic needs in a way that makes everyone happy!

Appropriate for age: 10 weeks through 6 months

Prerequisites: Must have received minimum 2 rounds of vaccinations before the first in-person class. Age-appropriate distemper (minimum of 2 doses at least 2 weeks apart) and rabies (some puppies may not have received the rabies vaccine yet) vaccinations are required, and vaccination history must be presented to trainer at orientation. Bordetella and Canine Influenza vaccines are recommended but not required. You must be able to attend ALL classes and also have access to a computer, Zoom and email.

Please note: Dogs who are reactive to people or have bitten are not appropriate for any group class, and should look into individual training.  We're sorry we cannot offer refunds for any reason.

Behaviors covered: Sit | Down | Stay | Come | Go to your mat | Leave it | Loose-leash walking | Anti-jumping

Fee: $199 (6-week class)

Days/Times: Offered INDOORS on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm in the Education Center at HSHV and offered OUTDOORS on Sundays at 6:30 pm at HSHV.

Upcoming Dates are listed below. We list all dates immediately as we know them. Click "Register" to enroll or see when registration will open.  IClasses full or unavailable? Sign up for email notifications and you'll be the first to know when new classes open!   We regret we cannot keep a waitlist. Thank you for understanding!

OUTDOOR class SUNDAY SESSION DATES:

• May 8 @ 6:30 p.m.- Orientation via Zoom
• May 15@ 6:30 p.m.
• NO CLASS -May 22 
• NO CLASS -MAY 29
• June 5 @ 6:30 p.m.
• June 12 @ 6:30 p.m.
• June 19 @ 6:30 p.m.
• June 26 @ 6:30 p.m.- Graduation
• Make up class, if needed - July 10 @ 6:30 p.m.

INDOOR class TUESDAY SESSION DATES:

• May 31 @ 6:30 p.m.- Orientation via Zoom
• June 7 @ 6:30 p.m.
• June 14 @ 6:30 p.m.
• June 21 @ 6:30 p.m.
• June 28 @ 6:30 p.m.
• July 5 @ 6:30 p.m.- Graduation
• Make up class, if needed - July 12 @ 6:30 p.m.

Covid Precautions:

• Classes are a combination of online (Zoom) and in-person, pending weather. The first class, orientation, will be on Zoom. In-person classes are held INDOORS or OUTDOORS depending on the class chosen, unless cancelled due to inclement weather; please dress appropriately for outdoor classes. You must have access to a computer, Zoom and email. Please check your email before coming to class.
• Class sizes are limited. Only one family member may attend with your dog (though we have a lot of online, supplemental materials to involve other members of your family, too).
• Everyone in attendance will be required to wear facial coverings.
• Students are not permitted to attend if they have any COVID-like symptoms or have been exposed to someone who has COVID-19. Online content (videos, handouts) will be available if you are unable to attend due to illness/exposure.

Instructors: Angela & Lowell