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🐾Puppy Foundations Program

from $50.00
Limit 2 per order

Building Confidence, Communication & Good Habits From Day One

The first few months of a puppy's life shape the dog they will become.

Puppies are constantly learning from every experience, whether we intend to teach them or not. The Puppy Foundations Program is designed to help you build a confident, well-mannered companion while preventing common behaviour problems before they begin.

Using science-backed, reward-based training methods, we'll help your puppy develop essential life skills, confidence, focus, and a strong bond with their family.

Recommended for Puppies 8 Weeks to 6 Months - Program Ideal for:

✔ New puppy owners ✔ First-time dog owners ✔ Rescue puppies ✔ Families with children

✔ Puppies needing confidence building and socialization support

Training Area

📍 In-Person Training Available Throughout the Niagara Region

💻 Virtual Puppy Training Available Across Canada

Sessions:

Building Confidence, Communication & Good Habits From Day One

The first few months of a puppy's life shape the dog they will become.

Puppies are constantly learning from every experience, whether we intend to teach them or not. The Puppy Foundations Program is designed to help you build a confident, well-mannered companion while preventing common behaviour problems before they begin.

Using science-backed, reward-based training methods, we'll help your puppy develop essential life skills, confidence, focus, and a strong bond with their family.

Recommended for Puppies 8 Weeks to 6 Months - Program Ideal for:

✔ New puppy owners ✔ First-time dog owners ✔ Rescue puppies ✔ Families with children

✔ Puppies needing confidence building and socialization support

Training Area

📍 In-Person Training Available Throughout the Niagara Region

💻 Virtual Puppy Training Available Across Canada

What We'll Work On

Foundation Skills

  • Name Recognition

  • Attention & Engagement

  • Natural Eye Contact

  • Sit

  • Down

  • Stay Foundations

  • Recall Foundations

  • Handling Exercises

Household Manners

  • Polite Greetings

  • Preventing Jumping

  • Preventing Nipping & Mouthing

  • Settling in the Home

  • Appropriate Chewing

  • Calm Behaviour Around Visitors

Life Skills

  • Crate Training

  • Potty Training Guidance

  • Leash Introduction

  • Confidence Building

  • Novel Object Exposure

  • Vet & Grooming Preparation

Socialization

  • Environmental Exposure

  • Sound Desensitization

  • Confidence Around New Experiences

  • Appropriate Dog Interactions

  • Public Manners Foundations

Owner Education

  • Understanding Puppy Development

  • Reading Body Language

  • Managing Puppy Energy

  • Preventing Problem Behaviours

  • Reward Timing & Reinforcement

Why Start Early?

Early training helps reduce the likelihood of:

✔ Excessive Jumping ✔ Leash Pulling ✔ Fear-Based Behaviours ✔ Poor Recall ✔ Destructive Chewing ✔ Excessive Barking ✔ Resource Guarding ✔ Overexcitement Around People & Dogs

The earlier good habits are built, the easier they are to maintain throughout your dog's life.

Training Methods

At NayNays Puppers, we believe learning should be enjoyable for both dogs and their people.

We use:

✔ Positive Reinforcement ✔ Reward-Based Learning ✔ Science-Backed Behaviour Principles ✔ Relationship-Focused Training ✔ Force-Free Methods

We never use fear, intimidation, dominance-based techniques, or harsh corrections.

Puppy Training Packages

Complete Puppy Foundations Package

4 Private Sessions
Investment: $270

Includes:

✔ Four 60-minute private training sessions

✔ Customized training plan

✔ Puppy Foundations Workbook

✔ Socialization Checklist

✔ Puppy Progress Tracker

✔ Homework Assignments

✔ Email Support Between Sessions

✔ Graduation Certificate

✔ NayNays Puppers Puppy Passport

Perfect for families wanting a structured start and long-term success.

One-Time Puppy Consultation

90 Minutes
Investment: $120

Includes:

✔ Puppy behaviour assessment

✔ Potty training guidance

✔ Crate training guidance

✔ Socialization recommendations

✔ Basic training foundations

✔ Personalized training plan

✔ Training handouts

Ideal for new puppy owners who want professional guidance right from the beginning.

Follow-Up Session

30 Minutes
Investment: $50

Includes:

✔ Progress review

✔ Troubleshooting challenges

✔ Homework adjustments

✔ Next-step recommendations

Perfect for maintaining momentum between training milestones.

Is This Program Right For My Puppy?

This program is ideal for puppies who:

  • Are new to the home

  • Need guidance and structure

  • Are learning household rules

  • Need confidence building

  • Need socialization support

  • Are beginning obedience training

No prior training experience is required.

Give Your Puppy the Best Start Possible

A well-trained dog starts with a strong foundation. By teaching the right skills early, you can prevent many common behaviour challenges and build a confident, happy companion for years to come.

Book your Puppy Foundations Program today and start your puppy's journey toward becoming a Pawlished Pup.

Train. Treat. Repeat.™ 🐾