Puppy School

Dog Den’s Puppy Preschool is a 3-week immersive socialization program designed to build confidence and create a strong foundation for your puppy’s future. Big world, little pup, we’re here to help. Using a positive, enrichment-based approach, we focus on helping puppies feel safe, engaged, and prepared to navigate the world around them.

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All training takes place in our enrichment-based facility.

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Puppies attend Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

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Puppies up to 4 months old who have received their first two rounds of vaccinations, including distemper, parvo, and bordetella, are welcome to participate.

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What Your Puppy Will Learn

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• Name recognition

• Foundations of recall (coming when called)

• Marker system (such as “yes” and “good”)

• Basic obedience foundations through luring

• Crate training and healthy routines

•  Confidence building through new environments, sights, and sounds

• Handling exercises (ears, paws, body)

• Appropriate socialization with dogs and people​

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​​​​A Day Includes

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Each day is thoughtfully structured to support your puppy’s development, including a balance of:

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• Foundational training sessions
• Enrichment activities
• Rest and reset time
• Appropriate, supervised socialization

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Each puppy’s day is designed to provide the right balance of engagement and rest, helping prevent overstimulation while supporting confident, steady progress.​​​

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Why Early Socialization Matters

 

Early socialization is one of the most important parts of your puppy’s development. Positive, intentional exposure during this stage helps build confidence, reduce fear, and create a strong foundation for how your puppy responds to the world as they grow.​

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​What Makes Us Different

 

Unlike traditional puppy classes, our immersive format allows for consistent structure, repetition, and real-world application. This approach helps puppies build confidence more naturally while creating lasting, reliable behaviors.

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We keep our programs small to ensure each puppy receives individualized attention.​

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Program Details​

 

Puppy Preschool is a 3-week program with attendance on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

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Drop-off is between 7:00–9:00 AM and pick-up is between 4:00–6:30 PM.

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The program includes transfer lessons so you can learn how to maintain your puppy’s progress at home. Lessons are held Monday through Friday during morning and midday hours and are scheduled via email. We recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred time.​

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Deposit & Payment

 

The total cost of the program is $1,900, with a $500 nonrefundable deposit required to reserve your puppy’s spot. The remaining balance is due on the final day of the program. The card on file will be charged unless alternative arrangements are made in advance.

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Ready to Get Started?​

 

Spots are limited to ensure each puppy receives individualized attention. Contact us to learn more or reserve your puppy’s spot today!