Puppy Higher Education

At Wag the Dog, we don't believe in training your dog so much as educating them.

80% of your puppy's brain is fully developed by 20 weeks of age. In just a few short months, dogs go from mewling, blind newborns to the developmental equivalent of a ten year old child.

Do not miss this crucial stage of development - the experiences your puppy has during those early months will create a lasting impact on your dog's behavior and personality. It also sets the stage for your relationship with your dog.

Cutting Edge Curriculum

Our puppy education curriculum is modelled on the best practices of service dog schools for their puppies in training.

Training sessions are private, and take into consideration the unique needs and circumstances of your household.

Our curriculum is designed to maximize your puppy's brain development with enriching training activities that build your bond and ensure your puppy reaches full potential.

Whether you are hoping to raise a dog who will be a service dog, a nosework champion, an agility competitor, or a fantastic family companion, this curriculum will give your puppy the groundwork they need.

If you are looking to give your dog the best possible start in life, and to invest time and energy in order to build a lasting bond with your dog, then this is the program for you.

Our methods incorporate the latest advances in canine cognition and education including:

Force-free, choice-based education.
Dog-centered approach.

Intensive socialization.

Social learning.

Behavior modelling.

Language and communication.
Cognitive enrichment.

A dog who has been through our puppy prodigy program...

Knows how to walk happily on a leash.

Can calm themselves down when they get excited.
Interacts with humans - including children - appropriately and safely.

Interacts with other dogs appropriately and safely.
Behaves appropriately in human spaces like homes and stores.

Makes good choices independently without needing to be told what to do.

Understand terms like "later", "wait", "be patient", and "settle" as well as the usual "sit", "down" and "come".
Knows their own name and the names of family members.

Communicates their needs intelligently and understand their humans' response.

Returns to their owner voluntarily when off the leash.
Responds to casual, conversational English.

Private Learning, Group Fun.

Our training sessions are private and individual. The puppy prodigy program is a private curriculum meant for you to pursue at your own pace and according to your puppy's development and needs.

However, we do have frequent group field trips and park meet ups so our clients' dogs can play, have fun, explore, and learn together.

This Program Includes:

In-person private training sessions in the comfort of your home or online via Zoom or Google Meet.

Field trips to pet-friendly stores and parks.
Homework and online educational materials exclusive to Wag the Dog members.

An online community where you can connect with other dog guardians

Puppy meet ups and play sessions.

Pay for the entire curriculum with our Puppy Prodigy Package, and receive a Puppy Pack, overflowing with puppy supplies, toys, and training tools to us. You will receive training and support throughout the first year.

$1999

Or become a member and pay monthly as you work through the curriculum at your own pace.

- $199 per month for up to 2 private sessions per month

- $399 for up to 4 sessions per month

All membership plans include unlimited park meet ups and online group check-ins, exclusive online content, and 24/7 text support from your trainer.

The Puppy Prodigy Program

Puppy Higher Education

Cutting Edge Curriculum

Private Learning, Group Fun.

This Program Includes:

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