AKC ALL-STAR PUPPY







Smart Start Puppy Class

About SMART START PUPPY

In this class, we will focus on the 20 steps for success set forth by the AKC, and we will teach you how to best communicate with your puppy.

You’ll get information on all of your puppy-raising questions, including house-training and chewing, and the most effective way to teach practical skills, such as coming when called. We will help you build optimism and resilience in your puppy.

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We believe training should be fun—for both dogs and their humans! Our games-based training approach uses engaging, structured play to teach essential skills, improve focus, and build a strong bond between you and your dog.

 

Why Games?

Dogs learn best when they’re motivated and having fun! By incorporating games into training, we create a positive learning environment where puppies:

✔ Build confidence and problem-solving skills

✔ Strengthen impulse control and responsiveness

✔ Develop better recall, focus, and engagement

✔ Discover how to learn for their lifetime

 

Training That Feels Like Play

Our games-based training isn’t just about fun—it’s scientifically designed to reinforce good behavior and teach real-world skills for everyday life. Whether you’re looking to build a well-mannered family companion, improve your puppy’s focus and confidence, or prevent common behavior challenges, our methods help set you and your pup up for success in the real world. It also provides a strong foundation for teamwork in fun dog sports like agility, rally, scent work, disc, tricks, and more. Our next class starts 4/1/2025! The cost is $110. Click the button below to get in touch.

 

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About AKC STAR PUPPY

AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an excellent first in-person training class for puppies. It will help you properly socialize your puppy while teaching them basic manners. We will introduce you to all the different dog sports and activities you and your family can do with your new puppy! At the end of the training course, the instructor will administer the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test.

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 AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy training is a natural lead into the AKC® Canine Good Citizen® Program. Upon passing, owners and their puppies will be enrolled in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program and will receive an AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy package, which includes:

• A frameable certificate

• AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy medal

• AKC Puppy Handbook

• Discount enrollment in AKC Companion Animal Recovery

• Subscription to the AKC puppy monthly e-mail newsletter that includes training tips

Upon passing the evaluation puppies will also receive their first AKC title and will be able to add the S.T.A.R. designation to the puppy's registered name if applicable. The class will be held at our indoor training area in Pataskala, OH. Tuesday's at 6:15 pm. Contact us today to be added when the next class begins. Our Next class begins 4/1/2025.