Puppy class to me is nothing but paying to have your pup socializing with other pups, which you can do it at the parks for free. The things the trainer teaches in these classes you can learn from doing your own research (YT for example is a great place). So sorry but no, I don't believe in taking those classes. I agree that socialization is a great tool, other than that, I have been able to teach Oliver all of the basic commands like sit, stay, come, leave it, etc. But of course all of that go out the window as soon as his "omg new friends!!!" puppy happy instinct kicks in. |