Savvy Puppy Socials
Specialized Socialization for puppies 8 weeks - 7 months
LOCATION: NOBLE WOOF CANINE EDUCATION CENTER
8502 SE STARK ST, PORTLAND, 97216
What are Savvy Socials?
Savvy Socials are part of our specialized puppy socialization program for young dogs who may benefit from a smaller group size or extra support — including puppies who need more practice sharing space with other dogs than practicing direct physical contact. The maximum class size is four puppies. The minimum requirement to run class is two puppies.
Each puppy has their own space in the facility throughout class. They'll have the chance to play with toys, explore different areas, and do pattern games with their guardian — all while other puppies are nearby.
Physical play can happen if two well-matched puppies are in class together, but play is not the goal or purpose of this class.
This program is ideal for:
Puppies who have aged out of services that have a maximum age of 5 months
Puppies who may benefit from learning how to be calm/neutral in social settings
Puppies that have been slow to develop social comfort
Singleton puppies (raised without littermates)
Puppies that were adopted later in their puppyhood
Puppies that have had persistent health challenges
Puppies that have experienced traumatic injuries or events
Puppies that don't thrive in crowded or active play settings
Important:
Not all dogs will benefit from this style of training. If our professional assessment determines that your dog would be better served with a different service, we will provide appropriate recommendations.
We do not guarantee dog-to-dog interactions. See more on this below.
✨ Noble Puppy Socialization Video - Included with Purchase ✨
Upon enrollment you will be sent a link to sign up for our Noble Woof Learning Library with a link to access our 60 minute Puppy Socialization and Training video packet.
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Biweekly Thursdays at 4:30pm
$50 per puppy
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This class focuses on foundational skills of focus, confidence, and safety in spaces that are shared with other dogs, not on dog-dog physical play. Some dogs may quickly progress from sharing space to sharing common training activities and then even comfort and skill with short visual and physical greetings of other dogs. These skills support healthy foundations for dog-dog physical play. If there is an opportunity for safe and healthy dog-dog play and a good match between dogs, play interaction will be supported.
Guardians will be expected to be present and sometimes to work with their puppy for the duration of class.
Why is puppy socialization so important?
A young brain has incredible neuroplasticity and therefore puppyhood is the most advantageous time to help them safely learn about the world around them and to help them learn healthy and appropriate ways to react and respond to novel objects and circumstances in their environment. Exposure isn’t enough.
A lack of positive socialization during puppyhood is a leading causes of behavior problems for dogs in adult life.
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Please familiarize yourself with our health requirements and Terms & Policies before enrolling: