Best Puppy Classes in Saskatoon, Martensville & areas
Bringing home a new puppy is an incredibly exciting milestone! However, it doesn't take long for new puppy parents to realize that nippiing, bitng, jumping up, chewed shoes, and midnight bathroom runs are also part of the package.
At Warman Dog Training, we proudly offer professional positive puppy obedience and socialization classes serving Saskatoon, Martensville, Warman, and the surrounding areas.
Here is what you should look for in a great puppy class, and why force-free training makes all the difference!
Why the Early Weeks Matter: The Power of Socialization
Did you know that a puppy’s critical socialization window starts closing around 16 weeks of age? This brief period shapes how your dog will view the world for the rest of their life.
Proper puppy classes aren't just about learning "sit" and "stay"—they are about building confidence. A great class provides a safe, controlled environment where your puppy can experience:
Positive interactions with unfamiliar people of all shapes and sizes.
Polite socialization with other puppies of various breeds.
Exposure to novel sights, sounds, and textures to prevent future fears and anxieties.
Why choose Warman Dog Training? What is the difference?
Every Class has play breaks. Young puppies do not do well waiting on leash while the trainer talks. During instructio time the puppies get to play. Recalls out of play is a very important part of puppy training.
Experienced Behaivorist & Trainer: Jen has over 25 years of professional positive puppy training experience. She has facilitated classes for over 1,000 new puppy parents. Jen’s classes are fun and interactive. Jen is a force-free trainer who teaches science-based positive dog training only. You will learn basic puppy obedience and manners while your puppies get to play and practice their new skills with you.
Before you book puppy class? Ask questions! “ What do you teach in classes?” “Do the puppies get to socialize off leash?” “ Are your classes positive puppy training or a mix of training methods?” A mix means the use of corrections, and corrective devices are options. (choke chains, pinch collars, etc)
Warman Dog Training offers a Puppy Headstart Training package. Jen will come to your home in Saskatoon, Martensville and areas to begin training before your puppy can attend. group classes (2 sets of vaccinations are required to join a group classes). After in-home private training, your puppy should attend our group puppy classes (included in the Headstart Package). Total cost is $250
Socialization is Key! Do you want learn how to raise a confident adult dog? how? Early socialization and exposure to lots of stimuli, dogs, people, children, noisy vehicles, pet-friendly stores, etc, etc. Take your dog to stores in Saskatoon and area.
DO NOT take young puppies to the Dog Park!! Come to our puppy classes to socialize your puppy in a safe environment with other puppies.
❓ Question of the Week: How do I stop my puppy from biting my ankles when I walk?
This is one of the most common question we get from new puppy parents! When you walk, your moving feet and pant legs look like a highly exciting, fast-moving tug toy to a puppy.
Instead of scolding them, try this positive approach: Freeze and Redirect.
Step 1: The moment those sharp puppy teeth touch your socks or ankles, turn into a completely boring statue. Stop moving entirely.
Step 2: Wait for your puppy to let go and look at you wondering why the "toy" stopped moving. If your puppy won’t let go. Gently hold the puppy’s collar to prevent it from biting your legs more. Remain calm! Do Not interact or talk to the puppy until the puppy settles.
Step 3: When the puppy stops trying to bite you and is calm. Count to 3. Then let go. Praise the puppy calmly and say, “Do you want to play? Let’ go find your toy” Then play with the puppy to redirect its energy.
This teaches your pup that biting your ankles makes the fun stop, but focusing on their own toys makes the game keep going!
