Puppy Experts
The foundation built during puppyhood will help shape your adult dog’s personality and temperament, improve your bond, and prevent behavioral issues before they ever begin. We developed Houston’s first, extensive, puppy-focused training programs in 2010 under the guidance of our mentor, Dr. Ian Dunbar, who revolutionized dog training when he designed the world's very first off-leash puppy class. It is our mission to educate new puppy owners and local veterinarians on the importance of early puppy training.
When should you begin socializing and training your puppy?
“The Primary and most important time for puppy socialization is the first three months of life. During this time puppies should be exposed to as many new people, animals, stimuli and environments as can be achieved safely and without causing over-stimulation manifested as excessive fear, withdrawal or avoidance behavior. For this reason, the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior believes that it should be the standard of care for puppies to receive such socialization before they are fully vaccinated.”
Read the AVSAB position statement on puppy socialization in its entirety HERE.
Vaccination requirements for puppies under 6 months old:
2 rounds of Distemper & Parvo
Negative fecal