What To Expect
While the main focus of these socials will be learning how to play appropriately with other puppies, socialization isn’t just about meeting other puppies. There are all kinds of sights, sounds, and smells our puppies need to learn about. Puppy classes should include opportunities for puppies to investigate novel objects at their own pace with lots of positive reinforcement. Umbrellas, masks, scooters, vacuums, different surfaces, and much more will be incorporated into classes for a comprehensive socialization experience.
INDOOR CLASS: 1st ROUND OF VACCINES REQUIRED
5 PUPPIES PER CLASS
45 minute lesson
Minimum of TWO TRAINERS PER CLASS (usually more!)
COST: $35.75 per puppy
We encourage you to stay and observe the lesson!
CLASS POLICIES
NO DOG PARKS: Dog parks are breeding grounds for disease. If your puppy is visiting dog parks please stop going and request a fecal test from your vet to be performed 7 days after the last dog park visit. Only if your puppy tests negative are they permitted to attend our socials.
DIARRHEA OR VOMITING: Your puppy will be asked to leave class immediately if they have diarrhea or vomiting in class. A negative fecal test result from the vet will be required to return to class.
ONE ROUND OF VACCINES REQUIRED: All puppies 16 weeks and younger must have received at least one round of DHPP vaccinations at least seven days prior to their participation in class and proof of vaccinations must be provided.
PROTECTED FROM DISEASE: All puppies must be on a regular vaccination schedule during class.
MONTHLY PREVENTATIVES: All puppies of all ages must be up to date on monthly internal flea/tick, and internal parasite/heart-worm treatment.
ILLNESS: Do not bring your puppy to class if they are vomiting or have diarrhea.
Included Upon Purchase
Noble Puppy Socialization Video
Upon enrollment you will be sent a link to sign up for our Noble Woof Learning Library with a link to access our 60 minute Puppy Socialization and Training video packet.
Why is puppy socialization so important?
A young brain has incredible neuroplasticity and therefore puppyhood is the most advantageous time to help them safely learn about the world around them and to help them learn healthy and appropriate ways to react and respond to novel objects and circumstances in their environment. Exposure isn’t enough.
A lack of positive socialization during puppyhood is a leading causes of behavior problems for dogs in adult life.
Can I Enroll My Older than 20 Week Puppy?
Unfortunately we cannot make exceptions for puppies who are older than 20 weeks. We know your puppy is pawsome, but they are in a very different developmental transition after 20 weeks and play styles change dramatically. Older puppies may put younger ones at risk of having a bad experience and forming negative associations.
Great news! Our Puppy 101:Foundations Class accepts puppies up to 20 weeks old at the start of the class.
