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IMMERSION
Puppy classes
Two group classes, both $315 for six classes. Which class your puppy joins depends on their age and whether they've completed their parvo vaccine series.
PRICE
$315 either class
LENGTH
6 classes within 8 weeks
CLASS SIZE
2 people per puppy max
WHERE
58 E. Herndon Ave
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Which class is my puppy in?
AGES 2 TO 4 MONTHS | BEFORE THE PARVO SERIES IS COMPLETE
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Puppy Preschool
In Puppy Preschool, puppies learn to socialize off-leash with other puppies and safe adult dogs in a controlled environment. Early socialization helps puppies learn appropriate interactions, build confidence, and become more comfortable around other dogs as they grow.
We disinfect the facility with a veterinary-grade parvocide the evening before Puppy Preschool. Preschool puppies are the first dogs on the training floor that day. Please carry your puppy into the facility and set them down once you reach the training floor.
Puppy Preschool
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Place
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Sit
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Down
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Come
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Stay
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Introduce to loose leash walking
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Confidence building
Additional topics discussed
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Jumping
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Nipping and biting
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Counter surfing
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Crate training
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Potty training
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Other fundamentals of puppy parenting
Class details
Price
$315
Length
6 classes within 8 weeks
Age
2 to 4 months
Prerequisites
Current veterinarian-recommended vaccinations. This class is designed for puppies who have not yet completed their parvo vaccine series.
Dates
Sundays at 11:00am
Bring
Leash (no retractable leashes), collar or harness, small treats, and a blanket, rug, or dog bed.
If your puppy turns 4 months old before completing all six Preschool classes, any remaining classes can roll over into Puppy Kindergarten, as long as your puppy is registered in advance. The remaining balance may also be applied toward Puppy Day Training or another training program.
AGES 4 TO 6 MONTHS | PARVO VACCINES COMPLETE
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Puppy Kindergarten
In Puppy Kindergarten, puppies continue building their social skills through both on- and off-leash interactions with other puppies, people, and safe adult dogs. We also work on confidence, appropriate greetings, basic obedience, and helping puppies learn how to behave around everyday distractions.
Puppy Kindergarten
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Place
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Sit
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Down
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Come
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Stay
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Loose leash walking
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Introduce loose leash walking
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Confidence building
Additional topics discussed
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Jumping
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Nipping and biting
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Counter surfing
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Loose leash walking
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Appropriate greetings
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Confidence building
Class details
Price
$315
Length
6 classes within 8 weeks
Age
4-6 months
Prerequisites
Completed parvo vaccine series
Dates
Sundays at 12:00pm
Bring
Leash (no retractable leashes), collar or harness, small treats, and a blanket, rug, or dog bed.
Puppies also learn that being around another dog doesn't always mean they get to play. On-leash work helps teach calm behavior, appropriate greetings, and how to focus on their handler around other dogs.
PUPPY SOCIALIZATION & TRAINING
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Why the first six months matter most
The first six months are an important time for your puppy to learn about the world around them. Early training and socialization can help build confidence, teach appropriate interactions with other dogs and people, and establish good habits before unwanted behaviors have a chance to become routine.
At Ryker, puppy socialization is about more than just letting puppies play. Our classes give puppies opportunities to interact with other dogs, experience new people and situations, practice settling around distractions, and learn basic obedience in a safe, controlled environment.
Every puppy is different, which is why we focus on helping each puppy build positive experiences and learn appropriate social skills at their own pace. Starting these skills early gives you and your puppy a strong foundation to continue building on as they enter adolescence.
What Your Puppy Is Evaluated On
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Allows petting by someone other than the owner
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Allows handling of ears and feet
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Allows gentle restraint
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Walks on leash with their handler
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Walks past other people
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Sits on command
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Comes when called
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Responds appropriately to distractions
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Remains under control around another dog
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Demonstrates appropriate puppy behavior
The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test is offered by Mel, an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, upon completion of the required classes.
INCLUDED BONUS
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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
Ryker Dog Training is proud to participate in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program. Puppies enrolled in our Puppy Preschool and Puppy Kindergarten classes have the opportunity to take the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test after completing six classes.
S.T.A.R. stands for Socialization, Training, Activity, and Responsibility. The program recognizes the work you and your puppy have put into building good manners, responsible puppy ownership, and a strong training foundation.
Can't Make Sundays?
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We Have Weekday Options.
2 TO 6 MONTHS
Puppy Day Training
Your puppy spends the day with our trainers working on basic obedience, loose leash walking, confidence building, socialization, and good manners. Day Training is a great option for busy puppy owners who want more individualized training while still being involved in their puppy's progress at home.
Available for puppies 2–6 months old. Minimum two days per week.
$995
2 TO 6 MONTHS
Puppy Home Manners Board & Train
Your puppy stays in a trainer's home for seven days while working on basic obedience, recall, loose leash walking, potty and crate training when applicable, socialization, confidence building, and everyday puppy manners.
A great option for puppy owners looking for a more immersive training experience and a strong foundation to continue at home.
$1,905
Questions
How old does my puppy need to be?
Puppy Preschool is for puppies 2–4 months old who have not yet completed their parvo vaccine series. Puppy Kindergarten is for puppies 4–6 months old who have completed their parvo vaccine series.
Does my puppy need to be fully vaccinated?
Not for Puppy Preschool. We disinfect the facility with a veterinary-grade parvocide the evening before class, and Preschool puppies are the first dogs on the training floor that day. We ask that puppies be carried into the facility until they reach the training floor.
Puppy Kindergarten requires the parvo vaccine series to be completed.
Can more than one person attend class?
Yes. Up to two people may attend per puppy due to the size of our facility. Each puppy must have their own handler during class.
Can littermates attend together?
Yes. Each puppy must be registered separately and have their own handler. During class, littermates will be placed on opposite sides of the training floor to encourage independence and help each puppy focus on their handler.
What happens if my puppy ages out before finishing all six classes?
If your puppy ages out of Preschool before completing all six classes, remaining classes can roll over into Puppy Kindergarten as long as your puppy is registered in advance. The remaining balance may also be applied toward Puppy Day Training or another training program.
What should I bring to class?
Bring a regular leash (no retractable leashes), collar or harness, small treats, and a blanket, rug, or dog bed for your puppy.
What if my puppy is shy or nervous?
That's okay! Puppy class can be especially helpful for puppies who are unsure of new dogs, people, or environments. We don't force interactions. Puppies are given opportunities to observe, build confidence, and participate at a pace that's appropriate for them.
My puppy is older than 6 months. Is it too late?
Not at all! Puppies over 6 months have aged out of our Puppy Classes, but we have other training options available based on their age and training needs, including Day Training, Private Lessons, and Board & Train.
Do I need to attend six weeks in a row?
No. Your puppy has eight weeks to complete their six classes, giving you some flexibility if you need to miss a Sunday.
What does a puppy class look like?
Each class is approximately one hour long and is divided into two parts. Puppies spend about 30 minutes participating in supervised socialization, including off-leash play and opportunities to practice appropriate interactions with other puppies and safe adult dogs.
The remaining 30 minutes is structured training, where we work on basic obedience, handling, confidence building, settling around distractions, and other age-appropriate skills. We also use this time to discuss common puppy behaviors and answer training questions.
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