Course Outline

Here's what you and your dog will learn!

  • 01

    Welcome to your course!

    • Hello from your instructor!

    • Join Facebook Group!

    • How This Course Works

    • Podcasts, Books, and More!
  • 02

    Puppy Raising Resources

    • Handouts, Podcasts, Books, and More!

    • Puppy 101

    • Our Favorite Training Gear!

    • Marker Training Basics

    • Level 1 - Puppy Basics

    • Protocol For Relaxation
  • 03

    Positive Socialization & Confidence

    • What is Socialization?

    • Benefits To Early Socialization & Puppy Development Periods

    • Building Confidence Starts at Home

    • "No Big Deal" Experiences

    • Positive Play With Other Dogs

    • Greet/Play/Pass By - The Rule of Three
  • 04

    Crate Training & Nap Time!

    • Crate Training Overview

    • Shaping Crate Games

    • Puppies Need Naps!

    • Routine for Quality Nap Time

    • Jamie Sample Nap Time #1

    • Jamie Sample Nap Time #2

    • Jamie Sample Nap Time #3

    • Jamie Sample Nap Time #4
  • 05

    Puppy Biting & Chewing

    • Why Puppies Bite & Chew

    • Stopping Biting!

    • Stopping Chewing!

    • Jamie Learns To Lick Not Bite!
  • 06

    Potty Training

    • Basic Potty Training Principles

    • Other Potty Training Considerations

    • Overnight Potty Breaks

    • What To Do When A Mistake Happens

    • Troubleshooting Potty Training Challenges
  • 07

    Puppy Basics Week 1

    • Let's Teach Some Skills!

    • Marker Training Basics Overview

    • Marker Training Basics FAQs

    • Different Types of Markers & Rewards

    • Marker Mechanics

    • Capturing, Shaping, Luring

    • Adding a Cue

    • Your First Week of Homework

    • Jamie Practice Sessions for First Week of Homework

    • Practice Time!

    • Week 2 - Coming Soon!
  • 08

    Puppy Basics Week 2

    • Review: Ping Pong Game & Name Game

    • I Will Eat Them Here & There. SAY! I Will Eat Them Anywhere!

    • Look at That

    • Offer A Sit - Default Behavior

    • Settle on a Mat or Station

    • Hand Targeting

    • No Big Deal Socialization Challenge - Watching Geese!

    • Practice Time!

    • Week 3 - Coming Soon
  • 09

    Puppy Basics Week 3

    • Review & Reminders

    • Trading & Drop-It

    • Recall to Hand Target

    • "Leave It" - Foundation Skills

    • Let's Get Ready To Walk

    • Puppy Leash Walking Problem Solving

    • Settle - Adding Distractions and Duration

    • No Big Deal Socialization Challenge - Costumes & Hats!

    • Practice Time!

    • Week 4 - Coming Soon
  • 10

    Puppy Basics Week 4

    • Review & Reminders

    • Name Game - Adding Difficulty

    • Recall - Adding The Cue

    • Loose Leash Walking - Follow Me & Waltzing Games

    • Sit By Your Side

    • No Big Deal Socialization Challenge - Music & Noises!

    • Practice Time!

    • Week 5 - Coming Soon
  • 11

    Puppy Basics Week 5

    • Reminders & Review

    • Review the Cues!

    • Stay

    • Recall - Round Robin Game

    • Loose Leash Walking - Connect the Dots Game

    • Name Game Supercharge!

    • Targeting - Teach Something New!

    • No Big Deal Socialization Challenge - Car Rides!

    • Practice Time!

    • Week 6 - Coming Soon
  • 12

    Puppy Basics Week 6

    • Reminders & Review

    • Don't Forget - Share Your Hand Targeting Trick!

    • Get in the Crate

    • Say Hi!

    • Cooperative Care for Veterinary & Grooming Visits - Puppy Edition

    • No Big Deal Socialization Challenge - Choose Your Own Adventure!

    • Extra Credit: Under & Over

    • Practice Time!

    • Class Is Over, But The Adventure Is Not!
  • 13

    Puppy Adventures

    • Hiking

    • Paddle Boarding

    • Brewery Visits
  • 14

    Class Wrap-Up

    • Thanks for Joining Us!

    • We LOVE Great Reviews

    • Puppy Adventures - Available Soon

Class Instructor:

I love helping people and their dogs have great adventures together. I have been training dogs since the age of 10, and teaching others how to train their dogs since the age of 13. Needless to say, it's a long burning passion of mine that's not going away any time soon. When I'm not teaching about dogs online or in person, you'll find me hiking with my best four-legged hiking buddy in the lovely mountains of Colorado.

Amber Quann KPA-CTP CPDT-KSA

Trail Blazer & Head Trainer

FAQ

  • How old does my puppy need to be to take this class?

    We recommend at least 8 weeks of age.

  • How long will I have access to the course?

    You'll have access to the course for one year from your enrollment date.

  • What if I have questions as I'm working through the course?

    We have a private Facebook group just for students of our online classes. You can post videos and ask questions there!

  • How long does it take to get through the course?

    It takes a minimum of 6 weeks, as new content is released to you every 7 days. Many of our students take more than one calendar week on certain course weeks of content. It's up to you how fast you and your puppy move through the material!