Do You Want Your Puppy to Become a Well-Behaved Dog?
We help puppy parents in the Greater Toronto Area shape their puppy’s journey toward success
We’re Here To Help You Through Your Pup’s First Year & Beyond!
The Importance of Socialization
Proper socialization is key to your dog’s lifelong behaviour. At Puppy Academy, we seize on this pivotal period by immersing pups in a myriad of enriching experiences, all under the watchful eye of our professional trainers. By exposing them to diverse situations, people, and animals, we instill confidence and resilience from the outset. This approach mitigates the risk of future issues such as aggression or anxiety, as well as ensures your pup will enjoy playing with other dogs.
Daily Routine
Your pup will thrive as it spends days with us receiving the necessary repetitions of success to develop into a well-behaved family dog, while also having fun all day with other friendly dogs. At home, they will spend their evenings bonding and relaxing with you.
Join us at Puppy Academy, where we lay the foundation for a lifetime of positive experiences and exemplary behaviour in your beloved pet.
What We Train
Engagement
Appropriate Play
Targeting
Recall
Stationing
Loose-Leash Walking
Self-Regulation
Handling Desensitization
Socialization
Car Travel
Crate Training
Preventing Unwanted Behaviours
Ignoring Distractions
Environmental Desensitization
Calm Greetings
CKC Canine Good Neighbour Test Qualifications
How the Training Works
At Puppy Academy, our structured and comprehensive training program ensures your puppy receives the necessary socialization, training, and support to grow into a confident, well-behaved adult dog. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the training process using the appropriate puppy timeline:
8 Weeks - 12 Weeks: Settling In
The first month at home is all about your pup settling in and developing a good sleeping, eating, and playing routine. Clients receive a one-hour orientation, conducted either virtually or in-person, that draws the blueprint and sets the stage for your puppy's journey.
12 Weeks - 16 Weeks: Daycare
Your puppy will enjoy our indoor/outdoor facility, where we offer a free trial day to get them acclimated. We recommend sending your pup for about 10 days of daycare ($40/day) during this period.
Supervised play sessions provide socialization and exercise under the watchful eyes of our attendants.
16 Weeks - 21 Weeks: Formal Training Begins
Your puppy will receive 25 days of customized training ($120/day), Monday through Friday, conducted by certified professionals.
Free Boarding: We provide complimentary boarding during the formal training period to ensure consistency and prevent separation anxiety.
21 Weeks - 1 Year: Ongoing Support
Private Transfer Sessions: We teach you how to maintain your puppy's behaviour at home and to continue increasing their capabilities.
Monthly Group Classes: Your pup can participate in our monthly group classes for the rest of their lives!
Weekly Training Schedule
Invest in your puppy’s future with our 5-week training program—designed to build lasting skills and confidence. You’ll also receive clickers, a report card, and a graduation certificate upon completion.
Indoor Training
Yard Training
Off-site Training
Off-site Training
CKC Test Qualifications
The 12 Challenges of the CKC Canine Good Neighbour Test
1. Accepting a Friendly Stranger
2. Politely Accepts Petting
3. Appearance and Grooming
4. Out for a Walk
5. Walking Through a Crowd
6. Sit/Down on Cue and Stay in Place
7. Come When Called
8. Settle After Praise/Interaction
9. Reaction to a Passing Dog
10. Reaction to Distractions
11. Supervised Isolation
