Is your once perfectly behaved puppy starting to forget their training? Welcome to their “teenage phase”! Puppy 2 focuses on reinforcing and proofing commands during hormonal changes and significant brain development. This class focuses on reinforcing and proofing commands amidst these new behaviors, helping you and your puppy navigate adolescence with understanding and patience (and, yes, maybe some yummy treats to sweeten the deal)

• Stay with Distractions: Longer Sit-Stays and Down-Stays, even with real-life interruptions.
• Impulse Control 2.0: Mastery-level “Leave It” and “Don’t Touch” with delayed rewards.
• Leash Manners in Motion: Direction changes, polite stops, and automatic check-ins.
• More Reliable Recall: Stronger Come! responses in real-world settings.
• Polite Greetings: No jumping—just calm, confident hellos.
• Focus Under Pressure: Maintain attention in parks, sidewalks, and exciting spaces.
• Confidence Challenges: Fun obstacle games that build thinking, adaptability, and self-assurance.
• Settle & Reset: Teaching your pup how to calm down and re-engage when overstimulated.

• Your Dog: They must wear a collar with an ID tag.
• 6-foot Flat Leash: No retractable leashes in class.
• Mat or Towel: For your dog to settle on during down times.
• Hands-free Reward Pouch: Also known as a bait bag, for carrying treats and tools.
• Enthusiasm: Bring your energy and readiness to learn!