Announcing upcoming Class dates

I have both my Covid vaccinations and a booster

Puppy Class  begins Tuesday June 14 th at 6:30.  This is a 6 week set. Cost; $199.00

Basic Manners Class Monday May 9th at 6:30.   This is a 5 weeks set .  Cost ;  $168.00 FULL

• For Puppies 8 weeks to 20 weeks
• 2 household members can attend with puppy.
• Puppy must have at least one set of vaccinations 1 week prior to 2nd class  The puppies will not have all of their vaccinations due to their age
• Class size 4 to 5 puppies
• 6 week program.  The first class is people only
• Price is $199.00 for 6 weeks
• We are do not offer refunds or makeup classes for missed classes 
• Classes are held at emBark daycare 2806A Spring St, Port Moody, BC V3H 4C5
• 
  

• Understanding your puppy.  Is it normal for my puppy to ____?
• Puppy Socialization. What is it?  
• How to communicate with your puppy.
• Problem Solving for jumping, biting, walking on leash, and much more

First I have shared a great article from Whole Dog Journal on my PupStart Facebook page explaining why puppies get 3 sets of vaccinations. Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/PupStartPortMoody 

Second 

Below I have added the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior Position Statement

Click here for the AVSAB position statement (PDF). Another Veterinarians' opinion on puppy socialization is provided by Dr. R.K. Anderson.

"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 over-stimulation 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" - AVSAB

A portion of the class is puppy play and introductions.  We introduce them slowly, making sure each puppy is comfortable. We use barriers for the first meeting.  If possible we match your puppy to appropriate play partners.  If one dog plays like it's a rugby match and the other wants a tea party , they aren't a good match.  It is possible for a puppy to be too overwhelming for the other puppies or too shy.  In those cases they will socialize through a barrier.  Puppies need to feel safe before they can be happy playing.

• Suited For those puppies over 20 weeks who have graduated from our puppy foundations class.
• Must have all vaccinations up to date
• Class size 4 to 5 dogs
• 6 week program.  The first class is people only
• Price is $199.00 for 6 weeks
• We do not offer refunds or makeup classes for missed classes 
• Classes are held at emBark daycare 2806A Spring St, Port Moody, BC V3H 4C5  I rent the space at Embark for the classes.  
• Masks are currently required

In this class we address the issues and questions of the puppy parents.  Some of the most common issues we will go over include:

-Marker / Clicker training

-Owner engagement

-Loose leash walking skills

-Greeting etiquette

-Come when Called

-Jumping

-Stay / Wait

The class helps improve your communication with your dog.

Clear communication allows you to increase the behaviours you like and decrease the behaviours you do not want.

I can show you how to set up a training session in a way that increases your success.

A new class from PupStart.Dog

As a certified instructor for “Do More   With Your Dog”®

I understand the value of training your   dog tricks. Teaching tricks   establishes a pattern of learning, teaches skills and focus, is a positive   method of training, and promotes a bond between canine and human. 

The second goal of the class is you will   be able to earn a Novice Trick Dog title through Do More With Your Dog 

The first goal is have FUN!

We use the least intrusive, minimally Aversive framework

• Follow current provincial guideline

• Stay home if you have any doubts