Puppy Socialization

Encouraging Proper Puppy Mannerism

Puppy Play Dates: Socialization for a Confident Future

Our Puppy Socialization Program — affectionately called “Puppy Play Dates” — helps young pups develop essential social skills during a key stage of growth. These guided, positive experiences prepare your puppy for a lifetime of healthy interactions with other pets and people.

Requirements to Join

To participate, puppies must:

Have a wellness exam with one of our doctors
Receive at least one canine distemper vaccine administered by a DVM
Negative fecal test result

Play Dates are available for puppies 8 to 22 weeks of age.

What to Expect

Small group classes for personalized attention
Supervision by our Fear Free Certified staff
Desensitization training to help with future vet visits and handling
Weekly documentation of strengths and areas for improvement
Ongoing guidance to support your puppy’s development

Weekly Reports & Graduation

You’ll receive a weekly progress report outlining how your puppy is doing and tips for reinforcing training at home. At the end of the program, your pup will be rewarded with:

- A Graduation Certificate
- A Goody Bag full of surprises!

We encourage continued training during and after graduation to help your puppy maintain their new skills.

Ready to Get Started?

For more information about our Puppy Play Dates, to schedule your puppy’s evaluation, or to speak with our team:

- Contact Us Today
- Or call us directly at (757) 223-1900