FREE Puppy

Socialization Class

Not Your Average Puppy Class

First of all - IT’S FREE!!! Yep, free!

  • Is your new puppy driving you a little batty?

  • Do they need to burn off some energy?

  • Are you having a hard time finding playmates for your puppy?

  • Do you want your puppy to bite someone else for a change?

  • Do you want some FREE help with your puppy?

Then join us! Relax and get your puppy questions answered while your puppy plays and makes new friends.

Golden retriever puppy learning to relax in puppy class
German shepherd puppy practices sit in puppy class

Puppy Socialization Class Details

WHO: for puppies 16 weeks and under

VACCINE REQUIREMENT: must be current (not complete) on DHPP vaccines

WHEN: Sunday 11/24 at 2 pm

WHERE: Prairie Dog, 5608 S Regal, Spokane

COST: FREE (yes, really!)

8-week-old border collie puppy sits in the grass and tilts her head at the camera

But what about vaccines?

It is a myth that puppies need to be fully vaccinated to start socialization.

Research shows that puppies are not at increased risk of disease attending puppy class with 1 vaccine compared to being fully vaccinated.

Because the socialization period ends at 12 weeks, you don’t have much time! If you want a social, friendly, well-trained dog, start puppy class now!

All puppies in class are current on vaccines, so the risk of illness is very low. So relax, sit back, and let your puppy get wild!

Frequently Asked Puppy Class Questions

  • Unfortunately, no. Puppy Socialization Class is geared toward younger puppies.

    Because the socialization period is over at 12 weeks and adolescence starts at 18 weeks, there is little benefit to Puppy Socialization Class at 16+ weeks.

    Instead, dive right into the awesome Good Dog Class and start learning all that really cool obedience stuff!

  • Puppy Socialization Class is focused on socialization, including off-leash play, and Good Dog Class is focused on training and does not include any dog-dog interactions.

    Additionally, Good Dog Class is for dogs of all ages, while Puppy Socialization Class is for dogs 16 weeks and under.

  • Absolutely! The more the merrier! (Kids should be able to behave appropriately during class.)

  • Then they absolutely need to come to class - the sooner the better! Puppy Class won’t address specific behavioral concerns, like reactivity or resource guarding, but it’s a great start!

  • Unfortunately, this is a common myth, and a harmful one at that.

    Research shows puppy class is perfectly safe for puppies as long as vaccines are current. The risk of lifelong behavior problems from skipping puppy class is significantly higher than the risk of parvo.

    Also, did you know studies show that puppies who attend puppy class are much more likely to stay in their home for life?

    Vets are concerned with disease prevention, not behavioral health. To fully prevent disease, your puppy should not step outdoors, even to potty. They should not go to the vet for vaccines - you should find a vet to come to you. If you have other pets who go outdoors, they are also potentially exposing your puppy to diseases and could track them into the home. The point is, you can't fully prevent exposure. Your puppy is already exposed - just without the benefit of socialization.

    You can never undo the damage or make up for not socializing your puppy before 12 weeks. They will never be the dog they could have been with proper socialization.

  • Just let me know and I'll give your spot to someone else.

    Sick puppies, or puppies with parasites (such as worms or giardia) cannot come to class until cleared by your vet as not being contagious.

What Puppy Owners Are Saying About Puppy Class

  • Puppy class was a blast! Chewy had so much fun running and playing with other puppies, and I learned so many new things.

    Deb & Chewy

  • My new puppy, Max, was so incredibly shy. Carolyn was amazing at helping him feel more confident (and me!), and it wasn't long until he was joining in the puppy play!

    Katie & Max

  • Josie was so wild and kept biting us. We were getting so frustrated, and then we found this class and it felt like a godsend. The play time was so good for her and really helped tire her out, and we learned how to help her be less wild. Can't recommend puppy class enough!

    Mike & Josie

  • I was so overwhelmed with where to start with Luna. We've done other classes with our previous dog, and Carolyn's class was so much more fun and educational. I'm so glad I found Good Dog Training!

    Mary & Luna