Puppy Prep Class Reference Materials

Know Before You Go!

• Puppy Prep orientation video
• Puppy class tips
• Recommended items list
• How do I keep my barky puppy quiet in class?
• 7 Signs of an Overtired Puppy
• Fifteen tips for clicker training

About Positive Training & Handling

• Why positive reinforcment?
• Why we don’t use punishment (AVSAB Position Statement)
• “Fear Free” Training and Veterinary Care

About Socialization

• Socialization checklist – Expose your puppy positively to these important things before 16 weeks of age!
• Why socialization is important (AVSAB Position Statement)
• Zedge.net – This is the app we use in class for socialization to sounds! Type any sound in the search bar for results, i.e. traffic, construction, motorcycles, thunder, fireworks, etc.

Puppy Topics

• Potty training
• Containment
• Mouthing
• How to Solve a Jumping Problem (video)

Equipment Tips

• Why a harness?
• The best rated front-clip harnesses

Enrichment Ideas

• How to Stuff a Kong
• Environment Enrichment
• Playing With Your Dog
• 33 Simple Ways to Keep Your Dog Busy Indoors

What’s Your Puppy Trying to Tell You?

• Body language
• Stress (or calming) signals
• How not to greet a dog

Ready to Learn More?

• Recommended reading

Overwhelmed and Need More Help?

• The Persuaded Pooch – Private Puppy Training