Puppy Learning Lab
Puppy Classes for Training and Socialization in Port Moody
Building skills, confidence, and connection! Through structured play, positive exposure, socialization, and practical training, your puppy will learn how to think, relax, and respond in new environments, all while you learn how to support them!
Puppies must be 8-16 weeks.
Let’s set your puppy up for success!
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What’s Included: 5 Classes
1× 60 min Virtual Group Orientation Class
4× 60 min In-Person Group Classes
Cost: $252.00
Time: 6:30-7:30pm on Mondays (see above for current enrolment schedule)
Location: emBARK Doggy Daycare (2806A Spring St, Port Moody, BC V3H 4C5)
Maximum Capacity: 4 puppies per class - allows for plenty of room and individualized time with the instructor!
Family Participation: up to 2 family members may attend with each puppy
Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy
Cancellations more than 14 days before class: eligible for refund or reschedule
Cancellations less than 14 days: no refund, class fees forfeited
Missed sessions: no make-up classes
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Age: 8–16 weeks at the start of class
Vaccinations & Deworming: First parvo/distemper shot and deworming at least 1 week before class (don’t wait until all shots are completed as early socialization is key). Proof of vaccination will be required.
Puppies must be symptom-free for 24 hours (no diarrhea, lethargy, coughing, sneezing, etc.)
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Week 1: Virtual Orientation
Dog learning foundations
Name & verbal marker conditioning
What to expect during classes
Week 2: In-Person Class
Focus game
Positive exposure and socialization techniques
Place/mat training, settling, and release cue
Week 3: In-Person Class
Resource guarding prevention
Hand Target
Play session & body language reading
Week 4: In-Person Class
Place/mat training, settling, and release
Fun trick: spin!
Play session & body language reading
Week 5: In-Person Class + Graduation
Leash walking introduction
Fun trick: play “dead“ or shake paw
Play session & body language reading
Graduation!