Social
Social
The 1 week socialization program is a great start for or complementary to your DIY socialization program. Puppy socialization is where we set the stage for a dog's emotions about the world for their entire life. In this short window of brain development, we work to reduce and/or prevent instances of fear and stress. We build your puppy's confidence and optimism about the world at large to increase resiliency. We're on your team to get their socialization needs met through these very important formative first months.
We recommend getting started as early as possible. ⚠ Please start crate training upon registering. See all program requirements below.
Program Details
Program Details
Program Requirements
Program Requirements
Crate Training
- Please start crate training your puppy immediately. Crate Training instructions will be sent in your registration confirmation email. This program is not suitable for dogs showing signs of separation anxiety. This is a fast-paced program and to make the most out of day's activites pups need to rest for about 15 minutes. If they aren't comfortable in their crate, rest does not occur. Read more to learn why your puppy and others will benefit from crate training.
Age
- Eligible puppies must be between 9 and 16 weeks of age at start to take advantage of their early socialization window. If dogs do not pass an initial temperament evaluation (conducted on their first day) to remain enrolled in the program, an alternate training program will be recommended and refund for the remaining package will be issued.
Daily Health
- Puppies must pass a daily health check before class admittance for the day. This is to ensure each puppy is healthy enough to socialize with other puppies for their own safety and well-being and the safety of their classmates. If a puppy shows signs of illness while at the program, we will contact you immediately for pickup.
Vaccinations
- Puppies must be up-to-date with and maintaining their booster vaccination series. Of particular importance are Distemper and Parvo.
See Vaccination Requirements »
Program FAQs
Program FAQs
What do I need to know regarding COVID protocols?
When COVID is circulating at a high level in the community, our team will require you to mask up inside the building during drop off/pick up and during Private Transfer Sessions (In the Ultimate Puppy Program). Please continue to practice social distancing.
What happens if I'm late picking up my puppy?
12:46pm - 1:14pm = $50 **additional fee
1:15pm and beyond = $100 **additional fee per hour
** - Having a designated pick up and drop off window allows us to keep our overhead costs down and pass savings on to our students. - **
What happens if I forget my treats and stuffed Kong?
$15 supplies fee applied per day for use of RMDT supplies.
I don't have my puppy yet so I don't have vaccine records. Can I still register?
Yes! We encourage you to sign up early as spots fill up fast! However, we are required by law to have these records on file and current prior to the puppy's first day. It you register without, we will need you to send them along prior to entry. Depending on age and date for first set of series, this may mean including 1st, 2nd, and/or 3rd round.
See our Vaccination Requirements page for more details.
I'm worried about illness, what is your commitment to prevention?
Understandable, we are too! Not only is illness a real problem in interrupting their socialization timeline, it's incredibly time consuming and expensive to address within the business! Prevention is key! We require puppies remain up to date on their series of vaccinations and conduct a visual health inspection each morning before the puppies enter the building. We request that families also keep an eye out before bringing them. Coughing, excessive sneezing, runny noses, colored discharge, or irregular poop not easily attributed to food are all things we screen for. Can we prevent everything? No. Sometimes, like any school program, a dog may make it in before cold symptoms appear. This is rare, and the benefits of early socialization far outweigh the risk of illness. To date, in 13 years, we have only seen common colds and only occasionally. I e. Kennel cough. And it's rare.
Initial Consultation - $200
Initial Consultation - $200
Plan on 60-75 minutes.
We'll begin with a Q&A for me to gather information about you and your dog's training goals & behavior challenges and map out our training options. We'll discuss and implement management options to provide immediate relief in the interim, and following our session, I will write up an overview of our training plan, create and provide any relevant handouts & materials and summarize next steps for implementation of the behavior program.
50 Min Followup Training - $165
50 Min Followup Training - $165
We'll check in on and celebrate the milestones you've reached so far, and implement next steps in your training plan. During this time I will coach you through mechanics, troubleshoot, and adjust goals. Prior to or following the session (depending on need) I'll create or revise handouts to keep you moving forward.
50 Min Followup Training (3-Pack) - $435
50 Min Followup Training (3-Pack) - $435
Same service as above, discounted, bulk rate. Purchasing a package allows you to save $15 / session.
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Vaccination Requirements
Accepted Record Formats:
Records may be sent via email in a .pdf, .png or .jpg format. Ensure full page is in view and legible and that it meets our vaccination format requirements. We do not accept hard copies at this time.
- We accept records on veterinary or rescue group letterhead.
- If records are coming from the breeder, the stickers from the vaccination vials must be included. If you don't have your puppy just yet, please request that your breeder include these.
- Puppies are not required to have completed their 3-round booster series to register or begin their program, however we do require they remain on schedule with their boosters throughout their program and not lapse. When your puppy receives their next round, please pass the updated record on to your trainer via email.
- Handwritten records without vial stickers are not accepted and we do not make exceptions.
This is to protect our clients to the very best of our ability. While rare, these illnesses are life-threatening and our clients appreciate our diligence in minimizing these risks. Thank you for understanding!
Puppies:
Distemper - On Booster Schedule
Parvo - On Booster Schedule
Rabies - When Age-Appropriate
Adult Dogs:
At 6+ months, all dogs must be up to date on distemper, parvo and rabies vaccinations. Bordetella required annually. Proof of vaccination required to participate in classes.
The distemper and parvo vaccinations are part of a combo vaccination given in 3 rounds of boosters at 6-8 weeks, 10-12 weeks and 14-16 weeks to increase immunity. Puppies do not need to have completed the series at start, but must stay up to date and on schedule throughout participation. Rabies is administered between 10 weeks and 6 months depending on veterinarian preferences and existing vaccination schedule.
Policies & Agreement
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Puppy Day School
You (“Client” or “you”) agree and acknowledge that you are entering into this Puppy Day School Agreement (the “Agreement”) with Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC for training your puppy. By entering this Agreement, which may be acknowledged by paying the fees online for such training, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
Training Fees:
Client agrees to pay Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC a nonrefundable fee for services except as stated herein, to be paid online at the time this agreement is entered into. All Puppy Day School sessions must be completed within 6 weeks from the above selected start date unless Puppy Day School is unable to operate for any reason, including reasons associated with COVID-19, in which case one of the following will apply:
- For dogs who are under the age of 21 weeks when Puppy Day School reopens, the sessions will be rescheduled.
- For dogs who turn 21 weeks old prior to when Puppy Day School reopens, the remaining balance will be returned to Client.
All Transfer of Knowledge sessions must be completed within 12 weeks of the commencement of this Agreement. If Puppy Day School is unable to operate for any reason, including reasons associated with COVID-19, all Transfer of Knowledge sessions will be done virtually.
There are no refunds for any reason once this Agreement has been entered into except as stated above. If Puppy Day School is unable to operate due to any reason associated with COVID-19, you agree and acknowledge that Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC’s only obligation will reschedule any days that are missed unless your dog is too old for the program when the School is able to re-open, in which case you will receive a pro-rated refund based on the number of days your dog participated in the School.
Payment is forfeited for cancellations and no-shows. Private Transfer of Knowledge sessions that accompany the Ultimate Puppy Program are scheduled Monday - Thursday, from 1:15pm-3:30pm. Seventy-two hours’ notice is required for rescheduling of these Transfer of Knowledge lessons. Lessons cancelled within 72 hours will be forfeited.
Client is responsible for payment of all monies due, whether or not they choose to complete any or all lessons.
Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC reserves the right to fire any Client without refund at our discretion for the following reasons:
- Client is threatening or violent to our staff, clients, or their own family members or guests.
- Client fails to pick up and properly dispose of pet waste and dispose of in and around the training center.
- Client is threatening or violent to their dog or other client's dogs.
- Client endangers any dog, animal, or human.
- Client uses physical force as punishment with any animal or person.
- Client uses choke chains, pinch collars, any form of shock equipment.
- Client fails to maintain appropriate social distancing of at least 8 feet, which may be increased if deemed necessary by any staff member.
- Client fails to wear a mask in the facility or during any contact with Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC’s staff.
Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC may use photographs or video footage of dog in web and print content, including, but not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC’s website, and other marketing materials.
Client understands that if they are late picking up their dog, outside the designated pick up window noted on the website, they will incur a late pick-up fee. Client will be charged an additional $30 for being 1-30 minutes late, and $100 per hour for being 31 minutes late or longer. This helps us keep programs cost low.
Client understands that they need to bring at least 2 full cups of treats every morning along with a frozen KONG filled with a puppy-safe filling of their choosing for their puppy. Treats should be varied (at least 4 types of treat) and cut into pea size pieces. If the client forgets or fails to bring both the treats and/or the KONG at drop-off, the client will be charged a $15 supply fee for that day.
Client understands that should a dog become seriously ill or injured, or be suspected of having an infectious disease, dog will be immediately separated from other susceptible animals and/or moved to a veterinary facility for timely care or until the condition is determined to be non-infectious. Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC will first attempt to contact Client, followed by attempts to contact the emergency contact person designated. Contact with the Client’s designated veterinarian may also be made. If circumstances are deemed such that immediate medical treatment is necessary, Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC retains sole discretion in determining the need for emergency treatment at veterinary facility without liability. Should an animal die while in the Puppy Day School program, remains will be stored at a veterinary facility.
Client understands and agrees that in admitting his/her dog to Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC that our trainers will first use owner-supplied food, and additionally may incorporate use of products that are not labeled for dogs to aid in training. Specifically, boiled chicken, boiled beef, sardines, natural peanut butter, baby food, sliced hot dogs, and cheese.
Client recognizes that dogs in the Puppy Day School programs are commingled for socialization and training purposes. There are inherent risks of illness or injury when dealing with animals. Such risks include, but are not limited to, nicks, cuts, sore paws and scrapes due to the nature of the way dogs play. In addition, while Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC requires all dogs to have vaccines, dogs may be in contact with other dogs that have Bordetella and/or Canine Papilloma Virus.
Client understands that crates are utilized while teaching crate training, during breaks, and at check-in and check-out.
Client understands that dogs can only be released to those individuals designated by Client on the Registration Form.
Client understands and agrees to provide all current immunization records to Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC prior to or at arrival. Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC requires age appropriate vaccinations for Distemper, Parvovirus, and, after the dog is 18 weeks of age, Rabies vaccination. Immunizations cannot lapse. We are required by law to retain these records and cannot allow dogs on the premises without current immunization records.
Client understands that not all dogs are suitable for Puppy Day School and as their advocates while here at this program, Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC's goal is maintaining a safe and fun learning & socialization environment. At Trainer's sole discretion, if it is determined that Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC's Puppy Day School is not an appropriate fit for your puppy for reasons, Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC reserves the right to terminate contract and refund you for any unused days. Some reasons may include, but are not limited to, your dog is exhibiting dangerous behaviors or your dog is displaying repeated signs of stress in the environment such as excessive fear, anxiety, extreme vocalizations.
Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC agrees to provide dog training and/or socialization services within the Puppy Day School program with the goal being to teach the dog basic manners, appropriate social skills, and life skills, and provide Client with transfer of skills. These lessons will take place at Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC. Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC will make every reasonable effort to help Client achieve training goals but makes no guarantee of dog's performance or behavior as a result of providing professional animal training services. Client understands that he/she and members of the household must follow Rocky Mountain Dog Training LLC's instructions without modification, work with the dog daily as recommended, and consistently reinforce the training being given to dog.
If your dog causes property damage, or bites or inures any dog, animal or person (including but not limited to Rocky Mountain Dog Training LLC's trainers and agents), during or after the term of this Agreement, then Client agrees to pay all resulting losses and damages suffered or incurred by Rocky Mountain Dog Training LLC and its agents and to defend and indemnify Rocky Mountain Dog Training LLC and its agents from any resulting claims, demands, lawsuits, losses, costs or expenses, including attorney fees. If you dog is injured in a fight or in any other manner during or after the term of the Agreement, Client assumes the risk and agrees that Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC should not be held responsible for any resulting injuries, losses, damages, costs or expenses.
At Rocky Mountain Dog Training LLC's sole election, Rocky Mountain Dog Training LLC's duties hereunder shall terminate if (a) in Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC's sole judgment your dog is dangerous or vicious to Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC's trainers or any other person or animal, or Client or your dog interferes with the training of other dogs, or (b) Client breaches any term or condition of this Agreement. Upon termination in accordance with the foregoing, Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC's duties shall terminate but all other provisions of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect.
Client agrees and acknowledges that Client may not be allowed to enter Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC’s training facility for any reason due to Covid-19. If car pickup and drop off is required, Client agrees and acknowledges that you will be required to leash up/un-leash your dog, wear a mask, and maintain social distance of at least 8 feet, which may be increased by Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC at any time from all staff members during the pickup/drop off procedure.
Client agrees and acknowledges that you may not bring your dog to Puppy Day School if any of the following conditions exist:
- you or anyone in your household has been diagnosed with Covid-19 and have not been found to be cleared of the virus;
- you or anyone in your household has been exposed to Covid-19 within the last fourteen days;
- you or anyone in your household has been to out of the country, in New York City or in any other location inside the United States considered a Covid-19 hot spot in the last fourteen days; or
- you or anyone in your household show signs of having Covid-19.
Client agrees and acknowledges that if you are going to access Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC’s facility, you may be subject to health screening, including a temperature check, to enter the facility.
Client agrees and acknowledges that Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC may refuse entrance or, if entrance has already happened, require you to leave if you show signs of sickness for any in-person training and may cease any outdoor training if you show signs of sickness.
Client agrees and acknowledges you must wear a mask while you are in Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC’s facility or when you are having any contact with a staff member of Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC, including outside the facility.
Client agrees and acknowledges that Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC may require additional procedures be put into place due to Covid-19 to ensure that Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC can keep both staff members and other clients safe.
Client agrees and acknowledges that, despite these reasonable precautions, there is still a risk of disease transmission and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC, its directors, officers, members, managers, employees, agents, sponsors, organizers, volunteers and other representatives, from any and all claims of disease transmission, injury or illness (including death), loss, cost, expenses, or damage to persons, dogs, or property caused by COVID-19 to you, your dog, and any other persons accompanying you, including any minor children, during the course of training or related activities, as well as by the conduct of your or your dog under your own care as a result of following training instructions. This provision applies whether the claims are made by you, members of your family, your accompanying guests, Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC Personnel, or third parties.
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Group Classes
Registration and Package Cancellation
- Full Payment is due at enrollment to reserve your space in the training class. We are unable to hold space without completed registration and payment.
- Payment is non-refundable and non-transferable. No exceptions.
- We are different from a tangible product in that we can't just put our services back on the shelf to resell like you would if returning a pair of shoes. Once a class is full, the website administrator removes that offering from the website. Cancellations would require we rebuild the product offering, all which comes at an expense. Please be sure when registering that this is the class for you and your dog.
- All sessions must be completed within 6 weeks from the class start date.
Missed Classes
If you must miss a class, please notify the trainer and then use your supporting materials for the week to stay on track. Rocky Mountain Dog Training does not offer make up sessions for group classes.
Group Class Outline & Requirements
- Unless otherwise indicated, group classes meet for 50 minutes to 1 hour weekly.
- Dogs must be current on age-appropriate vaccinations.
- All dogs should potty prior to entering the building.
- Bring a variety of treats your dog is crazy about to each class.
- Bring an edible chew or frozen, stuffed Toppl or Kong to each class.
- You may enter the building 5 minutes prior to the start of your class. Please take a moment to exercise your dog if you arrive early as we will have participants from the previous class exiting the building, and will be setting up the room for your class.
- Arrive and be prepared to start the class on time. Late arrivals cause disruption to the flow of the class.
- Your dog should be equipped with a flat nylon or leather collar or martingale collar, harness as needed and 4-6 foot leash. We do not permit prong, choke, slip leads, electronic collars or retractable leashes.
- We will review all needs in the week 1 class prior to dogs attending, so do not feel like you need to rush out and get everything now.
Class Participation
While family participation is generally encouraged, please be respectful of your class participants and ensure that your group is not disruptive to those in your immediate surrounding. Children must stay with parents at all times. Please ensure all dogs are handled by an adult while navigating the space for everyone's safety.
Dog Appropriateness
Unless otherwise specified, all dogs in a group setting must be comfortable and friendly with other dogs and strangers.
Group classes are an economical option, and as such we do not evaluate dogs entering the program. It is up to our clients to determine if their dog will be appropriate or a group setting. For us it's all about safety and limiting disruption to others in attendance. Aggressive dogs are not appropriate for groups. Significantly fearful dogs are not appropriate for groups. We know dogs will bark, you don't need a trained dog to attend classes (otherwise you wouldn't need us)! We just need to be sure that the other dogs and people in attendance are safe, and that they can hear us presenting!
At the trainer's discretion, dogs deemed dangerous, aggressive or highly fearful will be removed from class without refund however you are still welcome to attend without the dog since group classes are intended to teach the human end of the equation how to train the dog. Having not met your dog prior to the start of the class, we rely on you for this information. We suggest you read the course information and dog requirements carefully before making your purchase.
If you are unsure your dog is an appropriate candidate please email us with your concerns, and include what triggers the behavior, and what the behavior looks like (using observable terms, not emotion labels).
Cancellation of Classes On Our, Mother Nature's Part, or Acts of God
Minimum Participation: If minimum enrollment for the class is not met, you will be notified 24 hours prior to the class start date by email or telephone. You will have the option to continue on with your start date pushed out by 1-2 weeks or full refund. This has not happened, but we are asked about it from time to time.
Weather: In the event of a weather cancellation, you will be notified a minimum of 1 hour prior to your class start time via email. It is a good idea to check your email prior to heading out during excessive rain / flooding or heavy snow. Make up classes will be held at the end of your training package on same date and time as prior classes. You will be notified by your trainer of the schedule.
Sickness
If I am unable to teach due to illness, I will notify clients as early as possible. Make up classes will be held at the end of your training package on same date and time as prior classes. You will be notified by your trainer of the schedule.
If Rocky Mountain Dog Training is unable to operate due to any reason, Rocky Mountain Dog Training's only obligation will be to reschedule any classes that are missed.
Sick Policy
You may not attend class at Rocky Mountain Dog Training if any of the following exist:
- you or anyone in your household has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and have not been found to be cleared of the virus;
- you or anyone in your household is showing signs of illness
Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC may refuse entrance or, if entrance has already happened, require you to leave if you show signs of sickness for any in-person training and may cease any outdoor training if you show signs of sickness.
Your dog may not attend class at Rocky Mountain Dog Training if any of the following exist:
- your dog or any household dogs are showing signs of illness or significant injury:
- Cough
- colored discharge from eyes or nose
- Excessive sneezing
- Significant injury requiring vet approval to return
Rocky Mountain Dog Training, LLC may refuse entrance or, if entrance has already happened, require you to leave if your dog shows signs of sickness.
Arrival Instructions
Doors will be opened 5 minutes prior to the class start time. Please take the opportunity to exercise your dog if you arrive early rather than congregating near the door so that the prior class can exit the building smoothly.
