Puppy School 

Welcome to Puppy School at Red Lodge Canine Country Club Ltd

At Red Lodge, we believe in laying a solid foundation for your puppy’s future. Our Puppy School is designed to nurture your puppy’s physical, emotional, and social development from an early age. Starting as young as 12 weeks, after all vaccinations are complete, your puppy will embark on a carefully tailored program aimed at providing the best start in life. With the guidance of our experienced team, we aim to help you and your puppy thrive together, ensuring a smooth journey from puppyhood to adolescence.

What’s Included in Puppy School:

1. Monthly Progress Reports
We understand the importance of tracking your puppy’s development. Each month, you will receive a comprehensive report card that includes valuable insights such as:

• Play Friends: Updates on the puppies your dog is interacting with and their compatibility, helping you track social development.
• Areas of Improvement: Areas where your puppy may need more attention, whether in behavior, social skills, or basic training.
• Favourite Activities: Discover what your puppy loves most, helping you to nurture their interests and natural abilities.
• Training Focus: A breakdown of the current month’s training theme, including the specific skills we’re working on together.
• Notable Observations: Any behavioural changes, progress, or challenges noticed by our team during your puppy’s time with us.

2. Socialisation & Training Balance
Puppies grow through their interactions with others, and socialisation is a key part of their education. Our program ensures that each puppy benefits from both group play and one-on-one attention from our expert handlers.

• Small Playgroups: We organise brief, controlled play sessions to prevent overstimulation, allowing your puppy to interact with others in a calm, safe environment. These play sessions encourage appropriate play behaviour and foster positive social habits.
• Individual Attention: To ensure your puppy receives the tailored care they need, we incorporate one-on-one time with handlers throughout the daycare day. This helps address specific behavioural concerns or skill-building needs.

3. Play & Enrichment
We provide enriching activities that stimulate your puppy mentally and physically. In smaller groups with puppies of similar ages, your dog will engage in activities designed to:

• Enhance Cognitive Skills: Games that promote problem-solving and learning.
• Develop Physical Coordination: Exercises to improve balance, agility, and motor skills.
• Encourage Positive Social Behavior: Learning to interact respectfully with other dogs helps build good manners that will last into adulthood.

4. Priority Boarding Access
As your puppy progresses through their school days, they’ll become familiar with our environment, which makes our boarding services even more beneficial. You will have priority access to booking your puppy’s stay in a place they already know and trust, ensuring they feel comfortable and secure when you’re away.

5. Free Boarding Nights
As part of our commitment to you, your puppy will be entitled to two free nights of boarding each calendar year (subject to availability). This perk allows you to enjoy peace of mind knowing your puppy is in trusted hands.

6. Birthday Perks
We love to celebrate your puppy’s milestones! On their birthday, they’ll receive a special gift and a birthday photo to commemorate the occasion, ensuring that your puppy’s special day is just as memorable as theirs.

7. Special Events & Socials
Puppy School at Red Lodge is about more than just training; it’s about fostering a sense of community and fun. Throughout the year, we offer:

• Themed Days: These may include fun activities such as puppy fashion shows, holiday-themed events, or agility challenges.
• Parties & Weekend Socials: Your puppy will have the chance to meet other dogs, have fun, and build their social skills outside the regular daycare routine.

8. Basic Training with Our Expert Handlers
While we don’t replace formal training programs, we focus on the essential foundations that ensure your puppy is well-mannered and well-behaved:

• Sit, Stay, and Wait: These fundamental commands are essential for everyday interactions and provide your puppy with a solid base for future learning.
• Polite Manners with Other Dogs: We help your puppy develop good social etiquette with other dogs, ensuring they are confident and respectful in group settings.
• Behavioral Development: We guide you and your puppy through behavioral milestones, providing gentle corrections where needed and positive reinforcement to celebrate progress.

9. Controlled Introductions
We take great care to match your puppy with playmates that align with their personality and energy level. Our handlers oversee each introduction to ensure safe and positive interactions. By matching puppies with similar temperaments, we help them develop better social skills and form lasting friendships.