PumpkinPups Group Classes

One Size Does Not Fit All

PUPPIES AND DOGS COME IN ALL SHAPES, SIZES, AND PERSONALITIES. OUR CLASSES ARE STRUCTURED TO FIT YOUR PUP AS AN INDIVIDUAL.

PumpkinPups classes create an environment that is friendly, fun, and safe for pups of all ages and their families. Classes in basic manners emphasize essential and safe socialization experiences for the canines. The humans learn basic training fundamentals that will serve them for the life of their dogs.

ABOUT OUR PUPPY CLASSES

Puppies have a critical socialization period to the outside world starting at roughly 5 weeks of age and ending at 16 weeks. Our classes are designed to maximize our time by combining socialization and learning.

Our Puppy Essentials classes are for puppies under 20 weeks and are limited to 6 puppies and their families. Our Manners classes are for adolescent and older dogs and are limited to 6 dogs. All family members are urged to participate and our current virtual offerings make this even easier! 

Most classes meet for 6 one-hour sessions.

Depending on your puppy/dog's age, classes include appropriate levels of the following: 

TRAINING FUNDAMENTALS & COMMON PUPPY ISSUES:

  • How to deal with common issues: nipping, chewing, jumping, barking

  • Diet & exercise

  • Handling at the vet and groomer

  • House training & crate training

  • Appropriate socialization & play skills

  • Polite manners: sit, down, trade, and more 

  • Coming when called

  • Walking nicely on a leash

  • And much more!

PUPPY ESSENTIALS - HYBRID CLASS

For puppies under 20 weeks of age at the start of class sessions. Everything you and your puppy need to know to survive the early months in 6 one-hour sessions.

Our goal is to set you and your puppy up for success. With our hybrid class model we can give you and your pup a strong foundation on what you need to know and then help you apply your knowledge outside in a safe and appropriate environment.

Classes 1, 2, and 5 are virtual on the Zoom Platform and Classes 3, 4, and 6 are in-person at the City Animal Veterinary Center in Windsor Terrace at 284 Prospect West.

This class also includes FREE supplemental in-person Puppy Socials!  These occur on the fourth Saturday of each month at Dogtopia on Myrtle Ave (504 Myrtle Ave) in Brooklyn. 

Wednesdays at 6pm ET - Hybrid
Meets on: 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20

Space is limited to 4 pups per class!

CLASSES INCLUDE:

  • Certified trainers in every class

  • 60 minutes of curriculum instruction

  • Individual coaching for every student

  • Emphasis on applying class skills in real life situations

  • 10 optional minutes of Q&A after each class

  • Clear, actionable homework each week

  • Email access to our all trainers between class meetings

  • Discounted private session rates with our trainers

  • Community support via our closed Facebook group and weekly Ask the Trainer Zoom sessions

For more information about classes or private sessions, please visit our FAQs page.

OUR GOALS AND METHODS:

  • All our classes are rooted in the use of positive reinforcement methods

  • We show you how to apply what you learn in class to your everyday life

  • Start training from the very first lesson! You’ll receive all the necessary tools to get your pup to practice lots of great behavior starting with the first lesson.

  • Our positive reinforcement trainers and assistants make sure each puppy is having a good experience and learning at their own pace.

  • We offer email support between classes for questions that can't wait until the next class.

  • We give you a comprehensive training manual that includes everything covered and more.

Looking for Private Lessons Instead?

Get in touch with us to book a private session with a certified trainer today!