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AKC STAR Puppy Plus

This class is designed for puppies who have graduated from Puppy Preschool or for puppies...Read MoreThis class is designed for puppies who have graduated from Puppy Preschool or for puppies 16 weeks to 8 months. STAR Puppy Plus is designed to strengthen your puppy’s foundation in manners, confidence, and focus while navigating the challenges of adolescence. Each session includes hands-on practice, real-world socialization to help you and your puppy succeed both in and outside of class. This class also helps prepare you and your dog for the AKC STAR Puppy test and future obedience or sport training. This class covers: Focus; Strengthening your puppy’s ability to pay attention and respond even with distractions present. Positions; Refining cues like sit, down, and stand with better understanding and responsiveness. Stay/Wait; Building longer durations with more distractions. Loose Leash Walking; Developing polite walking skills and attention on leash in a variety of environments. Heel; Practicing more consistent heel position and engagement with some walking. Polite Greetings; Reinforcing calm, friendly interactions with people. Vet/Groomer Visits; Continuing cooperative care exercises to help your dog remain comfortable during handling and exams. Recall; Strengthening recall skills through fun, rewarding exercises and games. Impulse Control & Leave It; Advancing self-control around distractions, food, and exciting situations.