A friendly neighborhood. Teach your puppy to be polite.
Many homes here sit on modest lots with porches close to the sidewalk, so neighbors stop to say hello to every new puppy. That is lovely, and it is also how jumping habits get rewarded. Teach everyone who meets your puppy to wait for four paws on the floor before petting.
Fountain City Park and its lake give you a natural classroom. Watch geese and ducks from a distance first, because a puppy that lunges at waterfowl near the shore can pull you off balance. Walk the paths slowly, reward calm sitting and leave while your puppy still has energy to spare.
Along Broadway and Tazewell Pike, traffic and buses can startle a small dog, so carry or shorten the leash near curbs. Try leaving one treat pouch by the front door as a reminder. A trainer who sees your puppy through the whole process can adapt as your yard, your porch and your family change. Use the estimate form to get started.
How it works. Three simple steps.
- Fill out the short estimate form with your town and what your dog needs.
- Your request is reviewed and you are referred to a trainer based on your dog's needs and your area.
- You get a callback to talk through your dog and an estimate for the right program.
Nearby communities. Also covered.
Why owners choose this
One trainer. Your dog. Real results.
We do not refer owners to franchise training chains. In our view, they lean on less experienced staff and indoor facilities instead of real-world training.
Good questions
Before we begin.
How can I stop my puppy from jumping on neighbors who stop to greet us?
Ask neighbors to wait until all four paws are down, and reward your puppy for sitting first. Consistency from everyone makes this stick faster.
Can I take my puppy to the lake in the park?
Visit the park once your vet clears outings, and keep distance from the water and geese at first. Short visits with plenty of treats help your puppy learn to stay calm around distractions.
Is it okay to walk a small puppy near Broadway traffic?
Stay on quieter side streets at the start. Practice stopping at curbs and sitting, and carry your puppy past loud buses until traffic noise feels ordinary.