RELATIONSHIP FOR LIFE puppy PROGRAM

Stage 1: Puppy Kindergarten:

  • begins with a one-on-one private lesson, followed by a series of 6 consecutive group classes.

  • participation in this stage is for puppies who have received their 2nd round of shots and up to 22 weeks of age when the first group class begins.

  • Participation in Stage 1: Puppy Kindergarten is required to continue in our Relationship For Life (RFL) Program.

This developmental stage is crucial in your puppy's development. At this age, puppies are like sponges, soaking up every experience around them while developing emotions such as happiness and fear. It’s an essential window for exposing them to a variety of novel experiences that boost confidence and foster positive emotions like joy and contentment.

The aim of our "Puppy Kindergarten" series of classes is to facilitate safe socialization, prevent behavioral issues, provide managed exposure, introduce basic manners, and strengthen the bond between you and your puppy. Socialization is key during this period and includes interactions with friendly people, other puppies, dogs, and animals, as well as visits to new places, experiencing different sights, sounds, and textures.

While socialization is paramount, beginning to teach basic manners is equally important. This foundational training helps your puppy understand your guidance and the relevance you hold in their life. At this step in our RFL program, your puppy will encounter various experiences in a secure environment, while you gain vital skills to enhance your bond of trust and cooperation. This connection will prove invaluable as your puppy transitions into the next critical phase: ADOLESCENCE!

NOTE: THE PRIVATE LESSON AND PUPPY CLASS ARE SCHEDULED SEPARATELY.

Important: Your private lesson MUST be scheduled and occur BEFORE the start of Puppy class.

Our year-long Relationship for Life Program continues with Step 3: Elementary School, Step 4: Middle School and Step 5: High School. Ongoing enrollment in this innovative and unique curriculum is dependent on completing each consecutive step. You may speak with our Training Administrator, Joyce, 610-620-5751, or your class instructor for more information.