Animal Behavior Clinic

Puppy Socialization Class

Properly socializing a puppy during the sensitive period for learning (3-14 weeks of age) is important to prevent the development of fearful or aggressive behavior. Studies show that puppies who attend puppy socialization classes demonstrate better obedience training skills and are less likely to be relinquished from their adoptive home.

Tufts Animal Behavior Clinic is now offering puppy socialization classes. The focus of this class is educating new puppy owners about the socialization process. Other class topics include housetraining, crate training, beginner obedience, environmental enrichment and of course - puppy playtime. Don't entrust just anyone with your puppy's training and socialization needs. Access the highly qualified members of Tufts Animal Behavior Clinic and sign your puppy up for class today.

Upcoming Classes
Day Start Date Time Last Class
Thursday October 22, 2009 6:30-7:30pm December 3, 2009
Tuesday November 10, 2009 6:30-7:30pm December 15, 2009
Tuesday December 29, 2009 6:30-7:30pm February 2, 2009

There will be no class on Thursday November 26, 2009.

Cost: $156 for a 6 week session

Cost Includes:

  • Class text book: Puppy's First Steps by Nicholas H. Dodman
  • A personalized report regarding your pup's behavior

Location: Tufts Small Animal Hospital, Grafton MA (800 Conference Room, next to Varis lecture hall).

Age Limit: Puppies should be no older than 16 weeks at the start of class.

To sign up for class, please submit a registration form to:

Nicole Cottam, Behavior Service Coordinator
nicole.cottam@tufts.edu
Phone: (508) 887-4802 (9am - 4:30pm M-F)
Fax: (508) 839-8734