Puppy Advanced 2

About the program

Let's continue the fun as we progress and build upon skills learned in Puppy Advanced 1.

5 weekly classes with your pups, 1 hour each.

Requirements:

At the class start date, puppies should be between the ages of 7-11 months old. Exceptions can be made. Just reach out to discuss further.
Those currently enrolled in Advanced 1 or who have graduated from Advanced 1 are eligible. If you have not, reach out to discuss eligibility.
2 Hounds Design Freedom Harness with the double- clip leash. Check in with us to see if your harness is acceptable.

Skills and topics covered:

Focus and Engagement- Strengthening positive name recognition, Watch Me and Touch
Improving manners, building Impulse Control through choice.
Your dog has a choice, let's help them choose the right one.
- Great for jumping, meeting people, going through thresholds like doors and crates, barking/whining
Distraction training — we'll continue building on Advanced 1 anti-jumping and over-excitement around dogs and people. This includes Stay and Leave It.
Impulse Control: Stay, Leave It (basic & advanced), Anti Jumping.
Search - a great game (and tool) to help your dog disengage and use their senses instead. Great for reactivity.
Recall- Foundational and Advanced Games
What motivates your dog? Let's improve our mechanics when it comes to food delivery, toy play and rate of reinforcement.
Handling and Cooperative Care- Ears, Paws, Mouth, Grooming/Vet prep.
Leash walking practice with added distractions. Heel, Loose Leash an Heel-to-Sit.
Enrichment and Mental Stimulation- Snuffle Mats, Foraging, Lick Mats, Scent Games, Confidence Exercises.
Owner Eduction Topics: Learning Theory, Adolescent Development, Canine Communication, Management, Reinforcement Type and Maintenance.

Vaccination requirements: Titers are ALWAYS recommended and accepted.