6-Week Puppy Playgroup
Structured socialization and foundational skills for puppies 10-20 weeks. Small groups, force-free methods, and a whole lot of tail wags.
Zara Ellison
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant & Trainer
A structured, force-free socialization and skills class for puppies aged 10-20 weeks. Each weekly session combines supervised off-leash play with age-appropriate training exercises — helping your puppy build confidence, learn manners, and develop healthy social skills during the most critical developmental window. Small class sizes (max 12 puppies) ensure personalized attention for every pup and their human.
Week 1 — Orientation & First Play
Meet and greet, puppy body language basics, safe play introductions, and your first recall exercise.
Week 2 — Bite Inhibition & Handling
Gentle mouth games, cooperative handling exercises, and supervised play with play-style matching.
Week 3 — Socialization & Novel Surfaces
Confidence-building on wobble boards, tunnels, and different textures. Introduction to environmental sounds.
Week 4 — Loose-Leash Walking Basics
First leash skills, following games, and attention exercises. Off-leash play with recall practice.
Week 5 — Impulse Control & Manners
Wait at doors, leave-it games, settle on a mat, and polite greeting practice with people.
Week 6 — Graduation & Puppy Party
Skills demo for families, graduation certificates, off-leash play party, and next steps guidance.
What to Bring to Your First Session
Please bring: your puppy on a flat collar or harness (no retractable leashes), a pouch of small, soft treats (we recommend boiled chicken or string cheese cut small), and proof of age-appropriate vaccinations. Arrive 10 minutes early for check-in.
3 Spots Remaining!
We have just 3 spots left in the March cohort. If you have friends with new puppies, now is the time to sign up. Small class size means lots of individual attention for each pup.
Welcome to Puppy Playgroup!
We are so excited to meet you and your puppy! This 6-week program will give your pup the best possible start. Expect lots of play, learning, and fun — for both of you.
Starting at
$225
USD per person
Pawprint Coaching Studio
3455 India Street, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92103