We have retired from teaching puppy and manners classes and are no longer taking behavior cases. 15 years of teaching full time- thank you.

Puppy, Obedience and Manners Classes. We highly recommend Liz at Petco for the only force free, reward based, humane classes in Clallam County. Find the Perfect Puppy Class for your furry friend: Video

We highly recommend Cali McAffrey of Blue Dog Training https://bluedog.training for all training, especially behavior concerns, puppies, manners, obedience, learning not to be afraid at the Vet. Cali works with clients in their home and online.

The Essential Guide to Choosing the Perfect Dog Trainer: Video

Online courses: Spirit Dog Training Link

How NOT to Greet a Dog- Video How to Speak Dog: Dog Body Language- Video Understanding Your Dogs Body Language- Video

Puppies become adolescents around 6 months. If you want a social dog, the work starts at birth. You can start socializing before the vaccinations are compete from the safety of a car or buggy and in the home. Talk with your Veterinarian! Puppies should be going on happy visits at the Veterinarian office weekly. Puppy should associate the Vet’s office with fun. Weigh your pup, meet the staff, just hang out for 5 minutes and enjoy some snacks. Developmental Stages of Puppy Behavior: Link Understanding Fear Periods in Puppies and Dogs (it is important to know about developmental stages in a young dogs life) Click Here.

Dog Training Made Easy -The ONE Thing You Need To Know- Video Check out the following free videos we recommend.

How to teach your puppy his name: Video How to leash train your Puppy: Video How to avoid Puppy separation anxiety : Video How to teach puppy to accept touching: Video How to help a puppy who’s teething : Video ( Sea Change Canine suggests frozen carrot pieces or frozen apple slices for teething) How to handle puppy’s first Vet visit : Video How to handle potty accidents : Video How to house train your puppy: Video How to calm and settle your puppy (accept calm handling) Video Puppy Batteries (put this on your fridge) Link

Free Puppy Socialization - The best and safest way! by Kikopup : Video

Free: For at home puppy training try Zac George 30 day Perfect Puppy course. (he also has excellent training videos on youtube) click on Pupford for link to free 30 day puppy course.

PuppyHow to Train a Dream Dog : more free excellent puppy information. Puppy Socialization and Exposure: Video How to Overcome the Puppy Blues: Video

Free Training tips, Force free, humane , reward based training that does not use intimidation, fear, pain or suppression of behaviors. Teach your dog to come when called: Video How to stop your puppy or dog jumping up: Video How to stop your puppy mouthing: Video How to teach your dog their name: Video How to teach your dog to settle: Video Collar,Harness and Lead Training: Video How to deal with leash frustration: Video How to use a long line lead: Video Teach your dog “this way” : Video How to Leash Train Your Puppy - Video

Take it Drop It - FUN! to train. (more powerful than yelling “leave it” at your dog ) Victoria Stilwell: Video Use the Puppies / Dogs Meal to train a sit/wait/release and impulse control: Video

Loose Leash Walking- Training takes effort and consistency on our part. This process does not happen over night. Using food teaches the dog what you want him/her to do in a humane and fun manner. Video

The Essential Guide to Choosing the Perfect Dog Trainer: Video

How to Choose a “dog trainer” Important information; Don’t Let a Trainer Hurt Your Dog

Transparency in training- An honest “trainer” should publicly explain all the kinds of training used on all client dogs. Be an advocate for your dog. The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior . How to choose a trainer.