Welcome to Puppy Class at Airdrie Puppy Pals! We’re so glad you’re here—early puppyhood is the most important time for building your dog’s confidence, social skills, and trust in the world around them. Our open-enrollment Puppy Classes are designed to support that journey through gentle guidance, positive play, and fun age-appropriate learning.

What is Puppy Class all about?
This class gives your puppy a chance to safely interact with new people, other puppies, and a variety of sights, sounds, and surfaces—helping to build a solid foundation for a happy, well-adjusted adult dog. Plus, we introduce basic training skills, confidence-building exercises, and help answer common puppy parenting questions along the way.

How old do dogs need to be to join?
Puppies must be between 8 and 16 weeks old at the start of their first class.

What vaccinations are required?
Puppies are required to have received their first DA2PP vaccine before attending. Please bring proof of vaccination to your first class.

Puppy Class

Puppy Class

  • Did you know... Puppies should ideally meet 100 different people by 14 weeks old to help them grow into confident, well-socialized adults.

  • A tricolor Australian Shepherd puppy lies on a gray floor with a black harness and a red and black leash, looking up with curious eyes.

    Taking short car rides can help growing puppies learn car rides are safe and help to prevent motion sickness.

  • 🐾 Let those paws explore! Walking on grass, gravel, wood, and more helps puppies feel confident on any surface.

  • 🎉 Keep it fun! Positive experiences help puppies grow brave. Let them explore at their own pace—no pressure.

  • 🩺 Start vet prep early. Gently handling your puppy’s paws, ears, and mouth builds trust and makes grooming and vet visits way easier down the road.

  • 📘 Did you know? The AVSAB supports early socialization, saying the rewards outweigh the risks when done safely and positively.

  • Socialization doesn’t stop after puppyhood. Keep introducing your dog to new things throughout their life

  • Encourage Independence – Let your puppy explore a safe area alone for short periods to build self-confidence.

  • If your puppy shows curiosity about new things, praise and reward them to build confidence.

All About Puppy Class

What is open enrollment?
Open enrollment means you can join Puppy Class at any time—no need to wait for a new session to start. Each class is unique, and with new puppies joining regularly, your pup will get the chance to learn and play with a variety of dogs and people in every class.

What happens during class?
Every class includes a mix of off-leash exploration and play, as well as on-leash learning games that build confidence, teach basic manners, and support positive socialization.

What should I bring to class?
Please bring treats your puppy loves, and make sure your pup arrives on a collar or harness with a leash (no retractable leashes, please). We’ll guide you on when to use the leash and when it’s time for off-leash fun!

How many classes should I register for?
Each individual class is $32.50 + GST. You’re welcome to register for just one, or multiple classes—whatever fits your schedule! We offer flexible rescheduling with at least 24 hours’ notice.

How many people can attend?
For everyone’s comfort and safety, we ask that no more than two people accompany each puppy.