BELLY UP
DOG TRAINING
Puppy Programs
The biggest difference between our programs are...
All of our programs are customizable so you can choose the program you want based on your preferences.
Every program is private one-on-one lessons done in your home, which means we focus entirely on you and your dog. That individual attention helps your dog learn more quickly and makes the training more effective, which allows you to be able to do more things with your dog quicker.
Our puppy programs also include a Puppy Tip Packet with expert advice on common challenges like nipping, chewing, potty training, socialization, and surviving those challenging teen years.
The biggest difference between our programs is how much time and support you get. The more time we spend together, the more progress your puppy makes and the more reliable results are. This means more freedom you’ll have to bring them into everyday life with confidence. You also decide how much long-term support feels right for you, so you never feel stuck or worry down the line.
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* Puppy programs are for dogs between 8 weeks up to 6 months.
The Polite Puppy Program
For the puppy who's already full of personality—and the owner who wants to get things right from the start.
This program is built for those early moments when your puppy’s cuteness starts to come with a side of chaos, like constantly grabbing things they shouldn’t, turning every outing into a tangle of leash and excitement, or launching themselves at every person they meet. We’ll help you guide that energy into good habits before it turns into long-term stress.
You’ll learn practical, everyday skills that make life smoother as your puppy grows, like how to walk nicely on a leash, leave things alone when asked, and settle in their crate without fuss. And just as important: you’ll feel confident knowing that you handled the big issues before it ever became a problem.
This program is typically completed in 4 weekly lessons and includes:
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Six months of phone support, just in case you have any questions or issues that come up later.
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One refresher lesson to keep things on track through the wiggly teenage phase.
The Social Puppy Program
Your puppy is sweet, silly, and full of energy, but is also a handful and completely overwhelming at times. They’re tugging on the leash, grabbing everything in sight, ignoring you when you call, and you're already asking yourself, “Am I messing this up?”
This program is designed to help you avoid those common growing pains and gives you the tools to build the behaviors for a dog who's polite and fun to live with — not just now, but for years to come.
We’ll teach your puppy how to walk calmly on leash so you’re not being dragged down the street, how to come when called so you don’t panic if they slip through the door or out of their leash, and how to relax on their bed during dinner so you can finally eat with both hands.
Plus, we’ll train in real-life environments around your neighborhood because good behavior shouldn’t stop at your living room.
This program is typically completed in 7 weekly lessons at your home and includes:
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One year of support and three refreshers, so you're never alone, even when your puppy hits those stubborn teenage phases.
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We train both inside and outside your home, so your puppy learns to listen even when life gets exciting.
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You learn practical skills like leave it and drop it, so you're not constantly chasing your puppy down to pull things out of their mouth.
The Adventurous Puppy Program
Our most popular puppy program — designed for owners who are excited to take their puppy places and actually enjoy the experience.
Whether it’s walking through the neighborhood, grabbing a coffee, or joining friends for a weekend trip, this program helps you raise the kind of dog that’s easy to include in the moments that matter. We’ll focus on building calm behavior, listening skills, and everyday habits that help your puppy grow into a dog you can be proud of. The idea is simple: more confidence now, fewer problems later.
Training takes place both at home and out in public, so your puppy can learn to stay focused and follow through even when the world is full of distractions. We’ll practice in the places you actually spend time at, like parks and stores, not just in your living room, so your puppy gets used to listening wherever you go together.
And because we spend more time together, we can work toward bigger goals like listening without a leash since your puppy spends so much time without one, settling down when you need them to, and coming back when called.
This program is typically completed in 12 weekly lessons and includes:
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Lifetime support, so you always have someone to reach out to if questions pop up or habits start to slip.
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We teach to listen even without a leash, giving you peace of mind whether you're in the backyard or out exploring.
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Practice in real places, so your puppy learns to behave anywhere, not just at home.
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Everyday manners that last, like walking nicely on a leash, coming when you call for them the first time, and leaving items then shouldn't have alone.
