Puppy Kindergarten 

 

ABC OBEDIENCE
Dog Training & Pet Supplies
Robi Tatkin
2458 Boston Post Road, Guilford CT 06437
(203) 458-2223(ABCD)
Puppy Kindergarten is  open to pups between 12 and 18 weeks of age
(if you have an older pup over 18 weeks and up to 6 months of age, or an older dogs or want more formal training, see information about BEGINNER GROUPS - click here to return to home page)

5 weeks: $110

(Sign up for the next level too!  Register for beginner puppy group now and receive $20 merchandise certificate!)


  • 12-18 weeks is a critical developmental period, take advantage of it! 
  • Puppyhood Survival: learn how to deal with housebreaking, chewing, nipping, furniture tasting & other adventures of puppyhood  
  • Socialization!  Teach your pup to interact well with other dogs and people.  Prevent many common fear and aggression problems that may occur later.  Exposure to your own other dogs and friends is not the same!  
  • Training primer!  Get the basics now to prevent your pup from associating the WRONG behavior with command words.  Teach your puppy now to LOVE coming when called!  Even with distractions!  
  • Teach your dog to sit, down, come when called and walk politely on leash.  
  • Tricks to use puppy energy!  Learn games that will use his/her "creative" talents on something other than redecorating and rearranging your home with little mouths.  
  • Practical skills... handling exercises that get your puppy to relax whether at home, the veterinarian or groomer.  
  • Obstacles!  Tons of fun, energy release, and builds confidence and bonding!  
  • Controlled free play... they all need it, most love it!  Learn to read the signs of doggie play, and feel confident with instructors supervising.  
  • Preventing behavior problems!  
  • Fun & Informative!  Ideal for first time dog owners or anyone who knows how important the right start can be for the rest of your dog's life!  
  • Prepare for beginner groups (you'll be the show-offs of the class!)  

PUPPY K:  START DATES 
EACH START DATE IS FOR THE 5 WEEK SESSION.  5 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS (WE WILL SKIP HOLIDAY DATES AND ADD SKIPPED SESSION TO END)
(for puppies 12-18 weeks old.  Class size limited to 8 dogs, register soon!)
2008:  
Sundays, 4 pm:  10/12/08, 12/7/08
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm:  10/21/08, 12/9/08
Thursdays, 6 pm:   11/6/08
More classes may be added as needed, just call!

Please note:
  • Classes will usually NOT be held on hollidays.  Please feel free to ask if you have any questions regarding "skip dates".   
  • First week is required and  meets without dogs to provide an undistracted start for all your information and questions.   
  • Practice exercises will be given from the very first class 
  • Class size is limited to 6-10 puppies; acceptance is on a first come first serve  basis (fees will be returned if class is full). 
  • Registration requires a non-refundable pre-payment to insure your enrollment in the class.  Please check your schedule carefully 
  • If you miss a class, make up sessions may be purchased or we will be happy to send you the practice sheets. 
  • If classes are cancelled due to weather, additional weeks will be added as needed. 
  • (Credit card hold does constitue  financial obligation for class)   
  • We usually make a courtesy reminder call just a few days before class to confirm.

  •         Thank you!

    JUST ADDED or POSTPONED CLASSES:
    ADDED/POSTPONED CLASS DATES WILL NOT APPEAR IN "CHOOSE START DATE" PART OF REG. FORM. PLEASE CHOOSE "OTHER" AND SPECIFY IN NEXT SECTION. THANKS.
    When available, to register for extra classes with secure on line registration, choose "other" or "not listed" at bottom of form and write in date and time. Also, you can register by phone, fax or send completed form with payment.


    click here for DIRECTIONS

    Five easy ways to register:
    1. Use new improved secure on-line registration for fastest results! After paypal information, you should be directed to the REGISTRATION PAGE! If you do not complete and submit a registration form after paypal (either on line, on paper or over the phone) please CALL US!!!  
    2. Print, complete and mail this registration form with fee to ABC Obedience: 2458 Boston Post Road.  Guilford, CT  06437 
    3. FAX to (203) 468-8144, box 185 with your payment info. 
    4. Visit us & register during our retail/office hours: Mondays 3-6 p.m., Thursdays 12-6 p.m and Sundays 11a.m. to 1 p.m. 

    5. Call us during retail/office hours, we can take registration & payment information by phone

      Thank you!  We  accept Visa/Mastercard, checks and even cash.
      Remember, get a $20 merchandise certificate when you register for Puppy K and Beginner Puppy at the same time!

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