Recommended for: For those individuals who want a solid foundation that will carry into adulthood. Puppies in our 4-week camps have been introduced to everything they will need to know in their adult life. All our clients have to do is follow through and maintain the training. This is ideal for first-time dog owners of for those that have never trained a puppy before. Also, it is great for families with small children and for those who want an easier time transitioning a new puppy to their home and schedule.

Puppies that have been through four weeks of training are more mature and have learned a great deal more patience. More socialization opportunities are provided to create a well-rounded experience for your puppy such as short outings around town, car rides, school pick-ups, etc.

What to expect during and after the conclusion of the 4-week program:

-You will receive weekly pictures, 2 videos per week of outings/socialization, and a weekly recap description and video of what your puppy has mastered that week and the goals for the following week.

-Puppies are fully crate trained and will get in their crate for the command “go to crate.” After the initial transition period into your home has passed (3-5 days), there should be no complaining when the puppy is put in his/her crate.

-Puppies enrolled in the four-week program will be in the mastering phase of the potty training process. They are beginning to understand manners and what is expected of them. They will require a great deal of attention to continue the potty training in your home. You will be reinforcing all the manners, boundaries, commands, and rules we have been working on with them daily. Please keep in mind that a puppy can't be 100% reliably house-trained until the puppy has matured which is usually between the ages of four to six months.  With our 4-week program, you can expect minimal accidents once the initial transition period of three to five days has passed.

Our 4-week training program includes all of week 2’s training PLUS:

-Your puppy will have received his/her 10-week vaccines

-Your puppy will know how to use a doggy door

-Your puppy will be crate trained. This means your puppy can hold his/her potty for 6-8 hours and remain quiet overnight and for a few hours during the day.

-Your puppy will know these key teaching words "GOOD", "OFF", "OKAY" "ATT ATT" and "LEAVE IT" to aid in communication.

-Problems such as jumping up, mouthing (puppy nipping), and chewing will be worked on and usually well under control at the end of the four weeks.

-Your puppy will be accustomed to wearing a collar and leash. Many new puppy owners don't realize how important this is in the training process. It does not come naturally to a puppy. It must be taught before the puppy can progress to the next phase of training.

-Your puppy will be familiar with taking treats and following commands:

• Your puppy will be introduced to, and be comfortable with, the training obedience commands of knowing his name, "SIT", "DOWN" "STAY", "PAW," “PLACE,” “COME” & “CRATE."

• Your puppy will be taught to walk into his crate willingly for a treat when you tell him to "go to crate.”

• Your puppy will be asked to sit and wait before coming out of his crate. His impulse control is growing and he can wait a bit longer.

• Your puppy will be taught to sit and wait while you attach the leash. He is developing more patience and can generally sit and wait.

• Your puppy will be asked to sit and wait while you set his bowls on the floor. His patience is growing and he can consistently wait.

• Your puppy will be conditioned to be patient for basic grooming and maintenance. We give weekly baths, at least twice a week brushing, ear cleaning, and nail trimming. Your puppy will have a professional groom towards the end of the program and will be exposed to clippers and the grooming table.

• Your puppy will receive socialization throughout the day with children and other household pets.

• Your puppy will be introduced to and socialized with cats.

To help with the final transition, we will spend 2 hours working with you to ensure you understand the training methods used for the most positive outcome.

Clients enrolled in the 4-week training program will receive an additional 4 weeks of text support and phone calls as needed.

The cost of our 4-week training is $2800