Puppy Power Essentials
Building Communication, Confidence & Connection for dogs 4-11 months
At Blue Mountain Canine, we believe raising a puppy is about more than teaching cues like sit, down, or come. It's about learning how to communicate with another species because puppies don’t come into our lives speaking “human,” and most of us don’t naturally speak “dog.”
Our goal is to help bridge that communication gap so you and your puppy can better understand one another, respond with confidence and compassion, and build a relationship based on trust rather than frustration.
You'll learn practical skills for everyday life, but you'll also gain something just as valuable: a deeper understanding of why your puppy behaves the way they do. Throughout the class, we'll explore how learning, genetics, the environment, and your puppy's individual needs all influence behavior, helping you navigate the world together as a team.
Whether your goal is a wonderful family companion, a confident adventure buddy, or even the foundation for future therapy team volunteering, Puppy Power Essentials is designed to help you start your journey together on the right paw. Perfect for first-time puppy owners, experienced dog guardians welcoming a new puppy, or anyone looking to build a strong foundation using science-based, relationship-centered training.
Together we'll explore:
🐾 Attention, engagement, and building a strong connection
🐾 Come when called (recall) through fun games and real-life practice
🐾 Understanding puppy body language and why puppies behave the way they do
🐾 Cooperative care for grooming, handling, veterinary visits, and everyday touch
🐾 Sit, down, stay, wait, and leave it as practical skills for everyday life
🐾 Compassionate solutions for puppy jumping, nipping, and settling at home
🐾 Loose leash walking and real-life walking foundations
🐾 Building confidence through enrichment games, positive experiences, and advocacy skills
Class Schedule
Saturdays for four weeks
July 25 – August 15
10:00–11:00 AM
Location: Local park (announced after registration)
Your Investment Includes
✔️ Four weeks of in-person puppy training classes
✔️ Digital puppy training handouts
✔️ Weekly training practice guides to help you build skills between classes
✔️ Step-by-step training videos to support your learning at home
✔️ Ongoing email support throughout the class
✔️ A science-based, relationship-centered approach to raising your puppy with confidence
Investment: $199 per puppy. Our goal is that you'll leave each week with the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools to enjoy raising your puppy—not just during class, but every day at home and out in the world together.
We're excited to meet you and your puppy!
Simply fill out the registration form below to get started. ⬇️ We'll be in touch within 48–72 hours to confirm your registration, ask any questions, and provide everything you'll need to know before the first class.