Group Class Schedule - Saturdays
Class dates: 6/23 6/30 7/7 7/14 7/21
10:00 am » Off Leash Puppy 1
11:00 am » Stay, Recall & Walking
12:30 pm » Timid Dog Class
1:30 pm » Adolescent Angst
3:00 pm » Canine Companion 1
4:00 pm » Tricks Class
6:00 pm » Game Night
Saturday classes are taught at
All About Paws Dog Daycare
4322 Xenon St.
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Take I-70 to Ward Road, go south to 44th, east to Xenon and then it's halfway down the street.
Group Classes - Thursdays
Class dates 5/24 6/7 6/14 6/21
7:00 pm - Walk in the Park
It's never too early to start training your puppy!
My puppy classes are designed to build the foundation necessary towards forming a healthy and happy relationship between you and your companion dog. Your puppy comes to you instinctively equipped to live by a particular set of rules respected by all dogs. Unfortunately, those rules aren’t the same as yours; your puppy not only doesn’t know the first thing about living in a human home, your puppy doesn’t know human language. “No” and “bad dog” don’t teach him anything because he doesn’t know what you’re saying or more importantly what you want. I offer two styles of classes. Traditional classes where your puppy is on leash and play time is limited, as well as off leash classes where your puppy learns to listen even in a group of puppies. Classes are six weeks long, 50 minutes each week for a cost of $25 per class, so $125 for the entire five week package.
Off Leash Puppy 1- "Socialization and a whole lot more!"
for puppies between 10-18 weeks
This class specifically focus on teaching bite inhibition (gentle jaws), socialization with other dogs and people, calming and handling, attention, beginning obedience and the prevention of behavior and temperament problems. Special emphasis is paid to handling by strangers so your dog learns to be calm while being handled by other people, not just their owners. We start teaching the puppies impulse control, recall, and attention to handler with distrations in the room. This class is taught entirely off-leash which is how you live your life-off leash. This class lays the foundation for your dog to thoroughly enjoy the company of people and other dogs. Early puppy temperament training is crucial for a companion dog and teaching puppies basic manners early lays the foundation for long-term success. Class is limited to 8 puppies.
Off leash Puppy 2- "Let's get to work."
For puppies between 18 weeks and 9 months
Prerequisite: Off Leash Puppy 1
This class is designed to take your well socialized puppy and teach them the skills they need to live happily with us. We learn settle, walking on a leash politely, polite greeting with people and dogs, quiet, come when I call and more. All of this is done on and off leash with distractions. Class is limited to 8 puppies.
Traditional Puppy Class
This class is designed for puppies who, for whatever reason, are unable to attend my off leash puppy classes. There is still opportunity for socialization with the other puppies but the majority of the class is taught on leash. This class is also good choice for handler’s who are limited in their physical capabilities and are unable to chase after their puppy. This class focuses on the basics that all puppies need to learn. In this class you puppies will learn attention to handler, sit, down, touch, come, settle, and handling by strangers. Class is limited to 8 puppies.
Adolescent Angst – "My dog is driving me crazy!"
For puppies and adolescent dogs from 5 months of age to 2 years.
Prerequisite: Off Leash Puppy 1, Traditional Puppy or equivalent
Did you wake up recently and realize that your cute little puppy is no longer little? And their behavior is no longer cute? Do you find yourself yelling “NO!” more than anything else? Do you need some help? The adolescent stage can be a difficult one which is why most dogs you see in shelters are adolescent dogs. This class is specifically to help you get through the initial stages with your “teenager”!
This class is for friendly non-aggressive dogs. Class is limited to 6 dogs. 5 week class, 50 minutes each week for $125
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FAQ’s about vaccines
When can I start puppy classes, aren’t vaccines needed?
A. The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior states…
“ The primary and most important time for puppy socialization is the first three months of life. During this time puppies should be exposed to as many new people, animals, stimuli and environments as can be achieved safely and without causing overstimulation manifested as excessive fear, withdrawal or avoidance behavior. For this reason, the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior believes that it should be the standard of care for puppies to receive such socialization before they are fully vaccinated. Because the first three months are the period when sociability outweighs fear, this is the primary window of opportunity for puppies to adapt to new people, animals, and experiences. Incomplete or improper socialization during this important time can increase the risk of behavioral problems later in life including fear, avoidance, and/or aggression. Behavioral problems are the greatest threat to the owner-dog bond. In fact, behavioral problems are the number one cause of relinquishment to shelters. Behavioral issues, not infectious diseases, are the number one cause of death for dogs under three years of age.”
You may read the entire position statement by clicking the link below.
Q. What vaccines are required for classes?
A. I believe that the controversy surrounding over vaccinating our dogs is legitimate and that vaccination schedules are a personal decision and need to be determined by each pet’s guardian and veterinarian. I do require proof that you see your veterinarian annually for check-ups and are currently in good health.
Class policies
- Classes need to be paid for at the time of registration to reserve a space. Register online; payments must be received within 5 days of online registration. Registrations received without payment may not be held.
- Refunds for classes will be given only if the request is received 24 hours before the class start time. No refunds will be given for requests received within the 24 before class starts or after the session has begun.
- Make-up classes are not available for missed sessions. If arrangements are made in advance, the instructor may be able to meet with students fifteen minutes before class start time to go over what was missed. Private make-up sessions are available for an additional fee.
- Puppies must be on leash at all times on the property. Puppies are not to be taken off leash in the classroom until instructed to do so.
- Please potty your puppy prior to entering class and as always clean up after your puppy.
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