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Puppy Obedience Classes

Puppy Socialization

dogs at play

According to professionals in the field of animal behaviour, puppies need to be socialized between the ages of 8-16 weeks to help avoid behaviour problems later in life. This is the sensitive period of time in which puppies are most accepting to socialization. We believe that socializing your puppy is equally as important as all the medical and health protecting steps we advise you on in protecting your puppy from disease.

puppy training

Petworks Puppy Socialization classes are on-going and run for five, one hour evening sessions. Van Tassel Canine Services provides the instruction. The Puppy classes are designed with positive training techniques in mind. Class size is limited to 8-10 pups in each class. Each session provides 25-30 minutes of socialization followed by a topic of the week. Puppies and their owners will learn about click and treat training methods, nail clipping, grooming, tooth brushing and general handling. Life skills such as climbing stairs, walking at night, and passing cars are all new experiences to a puppy. Classes will aid in alleviating any fears associated with these new experiences.

Classes take place in the safety of the Petworks daycare facility. Call 435-2444 to register your pet.

Obedience Classes (Beginner and Intermediate)

Obedience classes for pets over 16 weeks of age are on-going. Rob Van Tassel of Van Tassel Canine Services instructs using positive and safe techniques based on operant conditioning, for obedience training. Obedience is an excellent follow up to Puppy Socialization. Mature and senior pets can benefit greatly from these classes as well. The goal is to teach you and your pet the life skills needed for safety and a happy coexistence.

puppy training

Classes are one hour, once a week in the evenings for five weeks with small class sizes for that extra attention. Techniques are offered for the adopted pet and their specific needs also. Learn how to build a confident and happy pet through click and treat training methods. Classes take place in the Petworks daycare facility. Call 435-2444 to register your pet.