Focus + Settle

Calm + Focus 1

in-studio courses l 10 weeks+*

*If you are unable to get into a Calm + Focus 1 class during the critical period, we recommend not waiting and to start with Skills 1!

cost $225 | 4 weeks

Are you ready to get started on your training journey?! Join us for a 4-week course that is all about “meeting your puppy” and helping you both lay the healthiest and best foundation possible for a long happy life together. In this class, we will focus on bonding, and provide you with an intro to essential leash handling and training skills that will help your puppy to succeed in a “college level world”!

You will learn how to set the stage for “perfect socialization and training”; get the confidence, connection and focus you need to succeed around distraction; re-engage with them when you lose focus; get them to move when they stall; and help them calm down when they get mouthy with you, the leash, or the kids! Get prepared as you also take a breath, chill out, and re-find your center together - and it puts you both on a positive path for calmness and connection!

There will also be a simple and fun intro to clicker training for eye contact, sit, and down!

Calm + Focus 1 includes:

  • Behavior management skills

  • Reinforcement strategies

  • Mindfulness and relaxation skills

  • Calm + focus games

  • Intro to Clicker Training

Once you find your center, the brain is freed up to respond in an optimal way. We like to say, “When you are calm, you can focus. When you can focus, you can do anything!” Once you and your puppy are well connected and centered, you are ready for all that comes next in the Skills 1 class!

the goal: You have a more calm, settled, and focused pup…and you are able to help them regain calmness when they lose it!

to maximize learning: Start around 10 weeks or as early as possible.* Take this class at the same time as Social 1 to develop your puppy’s essential dog-dog interaction skills, as this class do not have play time with other pups. We also recommend to follow this course with Skills 1!

Before your first class: It’s important that you have attended our Wonder Parenting Orientation. If you have already attended this orientation, there is no need to attend again. Once you attend, we will send you the slides from the class to share with any other family members who were not able to attend.

  • consists of 4 weekly 1-hour in-studio classes

    limited to one puppy per sign-up

  • puppy who’s 10 weeks or older
    up-to-date on their vaccines
    in the home for at least 10 days before start of first service

    puppy behavior requirements - puppy must be manageable when in close proximity to other people and dogs. If your puppy is known to be very vocal or reactive toward other dogs (even if they are just being overly-excited), in studio class is not the right fit for now. Please chat with the office for other options or if you are unsure.

    your puppy has not had any diarrhea, lethargy, coughing or sneezing for at least 24 hours before coming to class

    please note: if your puppy is in heat (estrus cycle), please attend class without your puppy

  • semi-hungry, semi-tired, pottied puppy

    6-10 foot non-retractable leash

    treat pouch

    lots of treats—3 types of HIGH-value, pea-sized

    3 HIGH-value self-entertaining edible chew items - bully stick, kong, toppl, etc

    small portable mat (and cushion for you to sit on the floor if you prefer it)

    long tug toy

  • We allow children ages 6 and older to attend accompanied by an adult. Children under 6 must have a second adult dedicated to their supervision

    Children must be able to remain calm, sit in their seats and follow directions, and wait to approach puppies unless having permission from all parties involved.

    For more information about kids and puppies click here!

    • Cash Refund Window: Cash refunds will only be provided when requested within 72 hours of purchase AND at least 5 days (120 hours) prior to the course start time.

    • Credit Refunds/ Exchanges: You may switch to a different course or service without penalty when requested with greater than five days before your course is set to start. If you can not complete your course for any reason after the five day deadline has passed, either before or after your course has started, WP will give you an account credit worth 50% of the value of your remaining sessions. Credits for group courses are valid for up to one year.

    • Missing Class: We do not offer make up classes, however, you will receive a weekly email that has videos for the skills from class so you can work at home at your own pace! If your puppy can't come to a class due to illness, injury, or estrus, we also highly encourage you to come to class without your puppy to take advantage learning in person!

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Please note: If a course’s date range is longer than 4 weeks, then there’s a skip week or two (no class that week). Your instructor will fill you in on the specifics!

  • Book as soon as you can; classes fill several weeks to a month in advance

  • Check your inbox for your booking confirmation with the date and time of your class, plus pre–class instructions