Puppy Training
For dogs under 5 months
For puppies aged 8 weeks-22 weeks. Don’t’ let these critical first months with your puppy pass you by! Lay a foundation you can build on for a lifetime & avoid big problems down the road.
Start Off Right
with One on One Puppy Training
Our private, in-person puppy training sessions pair you with one of our fantastic Cornerstone trainers who will personally guide you through every step of raising a well-mannered puppy. From potty training and crate training to leash manners, socialization, and teaching calm behavior in the home, we help you build the habits that shape your puppy into a great dog.
Your trainer will walk you through the training process of our puppy program so you know exactly what to do, when to do it, and how to do it correctly. We’re so confident in the results that we guarantee your satisfaction—if you’re not thrilled with your progress, we’ll continue working with you at no additional cost.
And it gets even better… our in-person puppy graduates receive LIFETIME access to Cornerstone group classes! That means continued practice, continued support, and continued progress as your puppy grows. Because we’re serious about helping you raise a puppy that grows into a calm, well-trained dog for life.
A good fit for you if:
You’re serious about your dog’s training, want to be a part of it, thrive with hands-on learning,
and live near one of our locations.
Get a Fresh Start
With One on One Puppy Training
If your puppy is already 12 weeks old and things aren’t going the way you hoped, you’re not alone—and it’s not too late to turn things around.
Many families bring home an adorable puppy expecting everything to fall into place… but instead they find themselves dealing with nipping, accidents in the house, pulling on the leash, jumping, barking, and endless energy. The good news is that with the right guidance, your puppy can still get a fresh start.
Our private, in-person puppy training sessions pair you with one of our incredible Cornerstone trainers who will walk you step-by-step through the process of creating a calm, well-mannered puppy. We’ll help you reset the habits that aren’t working and replace them with clear structure, communication, and training your puppy understands.
From potty training and crate training to leash manners, focus, and calm behavior, our program is designed to help you get back on track quickly—so you can start enjoying your puppy again.
Potty Training and Crate Training
If you’re exhausted from constant accidents, late-night potty breaks, and a puppy who cries in the crate, you’re not alone. Potty training and crate training are two of the biggest struggles new puppy owners face—and when they aren’t done correctly from the beginning, it can feel like you’re constantly cleaning up messes and losing sleep. Our private puppy training sessions show you exactly how to create a clear routine that helps your puppy understand where to go potty and how to relax calmly in a crate.
Your Cornerstone trainer will walk you step-by-step through a proven system for reliable potty habits and confident crate training, so your puppy learns faster and you finally get some peace of mind. And because we’re confident in our program, we guarantee your satisfaction —if you’re not happy with your progress, we’ll continue working with you at no additional cost. Plus, all of our in-person graduates receive LIFETIME access to Cornerstone group classes, giving you continued support as your puppy grows into a well-trained dog.
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When to start training a puppy?
You should start puppy training as soon as you bring your puppy home, ideally at 8 weeks old, because early puppy training is critical for building good habits and preventing problem behaviors. From day one, you can begin puppy potty training, crate training, basic obedience training, and socialization, all of which lay the foundation for a well-behaved dog. While at-home puppy training starts immediately, we recommend beginning formal in-person puppy obedience training at 12 weeks of age, when your puppy is developmentally ready to focus, learn commands, and handle new environments.
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Can puppies train before shots are complete?
We start welcoming puppies into our professional puppy training programs around 12 weeks old, even if their vaccinations aren’t fully completed yet. This is a critical stage for early puppy training, socialization, crate training, and basic obedience training, when your puppy is most ready to learn and build lifelong habits. Waiting too long can mean missing this window and allowing unwanted behaviors to develop. That’s why we provide a safe, structured puppy training environment with proper cleaning protocols, so your puppy can begin training confidently and safely.
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How do I stop bad behaviors?
We focus on stopping bad behaviors by first helping you understand why your dog is doing them—because behaviors like jumping, barking, pulling, or ignoring commands don’t happen randomly. Through our structured dog training programs, we show you how to clearly communicate with your dog, reinforce the right behaviors, and correct unwanted ones in a fair and consistent way. Instead of quick fixes, we teach you a proven system that builds lasting results through obedience training, impulse control, and real-life application. When you work with us, you’re not just stopping bad behaviors—you’re learning how to create a calm, well-behaved dog that listens to you at home and in the real world.
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How long does it take to train my puppy?
Our program is designed in four phases, with the first three phases done in person to lay a strong foundation before transitioning into our Chaos to Calm course. During these in-person phases, we focus on puppy obedience training, potty training, crate training, and building clear communication, so your puppy understands expectations from the start. While every puppy learns at a different pace, most owners begin seeing noticeable improvements quickly, with lasting results coming from consistently working through each phase. Our goal isn’t just quick fixes—it’s to guide you step-by-step to a calm, well-behaved dog that listens.
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