Puppy Training
Start your puppy off on the right paw.
The first 6 months of your puppy's life are critical and we want to help you both start off on the right paw. Start by deciding which of our three puppy training offerings is right for you.
Can't make it in-person? Access full puppy lessons that you can do on your own, plus all the videos and webinars you need through our membership offerings.
KinderPups, Calgary's Exclusive Puppy Day School
The first of its kind in Calgary, KinderPups is the only structured puppy training and socialization day program that was developed and is operated by certified dog trainers. Our aim is to support you and your dog through puppyhood to ensure they become an ideal Urban Canine; a well-mannered and confident dog that you can take anywhere. KinderPups is the most comprehensive program around to get your puppy started on the right paw!
Puppy Classes
We want everyone to have the opportunity to access quality puppy training. We also witness far too many dogs with concerns that were preventable with the proper approach and foundation. Because of these reasons, we offer free puppy classes .
We also offer our exclusive VIPups (Very Important Pups) class for those discerning puppy owners who want to start on foundational training and ensure the best start for their puppies. This program includes our online learning platform with membership trial for the duration of training!
V.I.Pups
Our classes are a great way to safely provide your puppy socialization and practice their skills. We focus on setting our puppies up for a lifetime of success by teaching families how to prevent common behavior challenges and teach their puppies foundation skills such as recall, polite greetings, self control and loose leash walking. We mix in some fun trick training along with a focus on safe socialization. We encourage the entire family to attend! Complete these classes to unlock access to our One Hit Wonders Topic-Based Classes
What You Get:
- Virtual Orientation: Learn about puppy raising and what to expect from classes. Available as soon as you register!
- 5 Consecutive- Week Classes: Hands-on training with low class-to-trainer ratios.
- Online Program: Practice at home with our exclusive online lessons, videos, and more.
- Community Access: Connect with fellow puppy parents and trainers for tips, watch live-streamed classes, and join virtual clinics and Q&A's.
Upcoming Classes:
-
Thursday, March 13th @ 6:30 pm
-
Wednesday, April 2nd @ 6:30 pm
Cost: $275 + GST
Requirements: 1st round of vaccinations, under 5 months, pre-registration required.
Puppy Socialization
These classes focus on supervised play, socialization, enrichment, and games. The best part? It's free/by donation. We are so committed to ensuring all dogs have the opportunity to develop into well-mannered and confident Urban Canines, that we want to ensure all families have access to quality puppy training resources, regardless of financial status. In our line of work, we see far too many dogs with behaviour concerns that could have been prevented/minimized with the right training to start. We want to do all we can to ensure puppies get a solid foundation and appropriate socialization.
How it works:
- Create or log into your account.
- Upload your puppy's vaccination records* (1st round of shots required to attend class) and fill in you and your dog's details.
- Register for any free puppy classes for your dog until they are 6 months.
The fine print:
We encourage those that are able to bring cash or in-kind donations for Parachutes for Pets.
Due to demand, we have a strict 8-hour cancellation policy. Cancellation within the 8-hour window or no-shows to class will result in the cancellation of all reservations.
Please ensure your dog's Gingr Profile is up to date and the vaccinations have been uploaded.
Customized Training for Your Puppy
We understand schedules can make attending training difficult. We also know that you may be looking for one-on-one training to best set your puppy up for success. We have a variety of private training options for puppies:
- In-person consultations at your home, at one of our facilities, or at a location of your choice
- Virtual sessions that can be done from anywhere across the globe
- Multiple options for dogs attending day school
Quality Training at Your Fingertips 24/7
Our membership contains the most comprehensive amount of training resources around. Join for as little as $30/month and take advantage of:
- Exclusive puppy content and community.
- Hundreds of training videos of basic skills, husbandry, tricks, full lessons, and more
- Full webinars covering topics like how dogs learn and canine body communication
- Downloadable handouts for everything such as puppy and problem behaviours, seasonal tips, life skills, and more
- Access to member-exclusive services and pricing
- Live-streaming classes
- Access to an online community of like-minded dog lovers and our training team
Plus, we are continually adding new items and share seasonal support!
Find Out More
