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Puppy Academy: Socialization & Training Daycare Program

Starts February 10, 2025; Puppy Meet & Greet
with Trainers February 8th at 11:00 AM

At The Dog Chateau, we believe early training and socialization are the foundation for a happy, confident, and well-mannered puppy. Our 4-Week Puppy Socialization & Training Daycare Program combines structured small-group training with the fun and engagement of full-day daycare.​

​​Led by Certified Trainers, this program provides expert guidance and support for both puppies and their owners. It includes two 1-hour evening training sessions with owners to review progress, teach reinforcement techniques, and provide personalized feedback—ensuring training success continues at home.​

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Two Options for 4-Week Puppy Academy

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

12 Training Sessions

2 Evening Sessions with Owner

$195 per week

  • Ideal for owners looking for a balanced approach to training and socialization.

  • Provides structured learning and socialization while allowing time to practice skills between sessions.

3 Days Per Week

Monday to Friday

20 Training Sessions

2 Evening Sessions with Owner

$290 per week

  • Perfect for puppies needing extra reinforcement and consistent training throughout the week.

  • Offers faster progress in socialization, obedience, and confidence-building.

5 Days Per Week

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​​Requirements:

  • We accept dogs of all ages. Puppies must be over 12 weeks and on a vaccination program.

  • Puppies or shelter dogs must have been in the home for at least two weeks before attending daycare.

  • All dogs over the age of 8 months must be spayed or neutered.

  • All dogs require up-to-date vaccinations for rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella. Proof of vaccination is required.

Schedule

  • Saturday, February 8th | 11:00 AM: Meet The Trainers & Puppy Social

  • Monday, February 10th | 9:00 AM: Classes Begin

  • Wednesday, February 19th | 6:00 PM: Evening Training Session with Pups & Owners 

  • Wednesday, March 5th | 6:00 PM: Evening Training Session with Pups & Owners 

  • Friday, March 7th |6:00 PM: Graduation & Puppy Social Pizza Party​​

Monday, Wednesday, Friday Hours:​

  • Drop Off Between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM

  • Pick-up Between 3:30 PM and 6:00 PM

Key Benefits & Program Overview:

Puppies are most impressionable during the first 6 months of life, making early training and socialization critical for long-term behavior and development. This program ensures your puppy:

  • Builds Confidence Through Positive Socialization​

  • Establishes Good Manners with Obedience Training​

  • Helps Prevent Problem Behaviors Before They Start​

  • Fosters Teamwork with Pack Integration & Playtime Skills​

  • Strengthens Bonds with Owner Involvement & Education​

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Training Method: Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) 

The Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) training method prioritizes positive reinforcement and humane, science-based techniques while respecting a dog’s natural communication and emotional well-being.

Values:

  • Dog-Centered Learning Approach: Tailoring training to the individual dog’s needs, temperament, and natural communication style.

  • Understanding & Respecting Dog Communication: Interpreting and responding to a dog’s body language and signals to create a stress-free learning environment.

  • Building Confidence & Engagement: Encouraging confidence-building exercises that strengthen the dog-handler relationship through positive reinforcement.

  • Consistency & Structure: Creating clear expectations and structured training plans to support reliable, lasting behavioral outcomes.

  • Owner Education & Involvement: Ensuring owners understand dog communication and are equipped with the tools to reinforce training effectively at home.

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