Puppy Classes

Puppy SmartStart Program

Created for puppies aged 10 to 20 weeks.  Two sets of vaccinations required.

Non-Abusive, Motivational Training

All family members are encouraged and welcome to attend this program.

This lively and energetic program is great for both puppies and owners.  Course content includes introduction to basic commands while problem behaviours such as housetraining, bite inhibition, jumping up, and others, are discussed and solutions are provided.  In this program your puppy will learn the importance of socialization to other dogs, people and objects while developing proper social skills and good play behaviours in a safe and motivational environment. Other topics such as grooming, health and nutrition are also discussed.

We invite you to watch a class to help you decide.  Phone DOGSmart at 604-267-9500 to arrange a visit.

Maximum of 8 dogs per class.  Classes are 6 weeks long, one hour per week.  Each date listed below is the start date of a set of 6 classes on the same day and time each week.

One week notice prior to commencement is required for cancellations or refunds. 

DOGSmart Training Centre
8206 Ontario Street Vancouver  Ph: 604-267-9500

• 12:30 pm Saturday, July 17 - Full
• 7:00 pm  Monday, July 26 - No Class August 2 and September 6 - Full
  
• 6:00 pm Wednesday, August 4
• 9:15 am Saturday, August 14
• 7:00 pm Tuesday, August 17
• 12:30 pm Saturday, September 11
• 6:00 pm Wednesday, September 15
• 7:00 pm Monday, September 20
• 9:15 am Saturday, September 25

Puppy SmartStart Program - Other Locations

Puppy Agility

Puppies 4 to 9 months of age
Small jumps, Target Work and Tunnels - 6 week course
Available only to DOGSmart  Puppy SmartStart graduates.

DOGSmart Training Centre
8206 Ontario Street Vancouver  Ph: 604-267-9500

• 6:00 pm Thursday, July 8 - Full

Clicker Fun for Puppies

Puppies 4 to 9 months of age

Puppies love to learn!  This is why we have created our Clicker Fun for Puppies Program.  Using the clicker training method you will explore a new and wonderful way to teach your puppy obedience, agility, tricks, musical freestyle and more - you are only limited by your imagination.  This fun and interactive program is an easy and effective way to train your puppy now and for the rest of your life together.
Available only to DOGSmart  Puppy SmartStart graduates.

Please Note - To maximize your fun and success with your puppy, the first class in the session is reserved for orientation and clicker training 101.  Please leave your puppy at home until week 2.  Thank you.

DOGSmart Training Centre
8206 Ontario Street Vancouver  Ph: 604-267-9500

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