San Diego Puppy Training Classes
Training is one of your dog’s most basic needs and we’re here to help! Our professional puppy training classes will teach your furry friends to be well-behaved while they’re still young. Choose from classes held at our Little Italy location or at the San Diego Humane Society.
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Little Italy
AKC Star Puppy Class
Star Puppy Classes at Bella Woof Spa teach basic obedience skills for puppies age 6 months (at the start of class) and below. You will receive instructions on positive puppy socialization, as well as solutions to common puppy problems like mouthing, house-training, and jumping. Build confidence and gain skills to help you communicate with your dog to reinforce your lifelong bond.
Class Info
Where:
- Bella Woof Spa
- 1919 India St., San Diego, CA 92101
When:
- Sundays at 9:30 am
- Tuesdays at 6:30 pm
Sessions:
- 5 weekly classes, 1 hour each
Dog Ages:
- 6 months (maximum)
Price:
- $180 total
Skills covered:
- Sit
- Down
- Wait/Stay
- Leave It
- Drop It
- Leash Walking
- Attention to Owner
- Relaxation
- Puppy Handling for Vets and Groomers
- Puppies must have at least one set of vaccinations given 7 days prior to class start date.
- To make sure each puppy gets quality teaching time, we only train 3-5 puppies per class.
For this 5-week training, please note that the training fees are non-refundable after 72 hours. For same-day cancellation or no-show, a $50 fee may apply while scheduling your next appointment.
SD Humane Society
Puppy Preschool
Bella Woof Spa is proud to partner with the San Diego Humane Society for Puppy Preschool! This training is designed to meet the training and socialization needs of pups that are under 16 weeks old. Held at our San Diego Campus on Gaines Street, owners and their pups learn to adapt to new people, dogs, environments, and experiences.
Register for this class
Class Info
Where:
- San Diego Humane Society
- 5500 Gaines St., San Diego, CA 92110
When:
- Wednesday evenings & Saturdays
Sessions:
- 6 weekly classes, 1 hour each.
- First class is an orientation for owners only.
Dog Ages:
- 16 weeks or under
Price:
- $170 total
Skills covered:
- Basic puppy care
- House-training
- Off-leash socialization
- Appropriate greetings
- Basic skills, including sit, down, wait, come
- Leash walking
- Drop it
- Puppies must be under 16 weeks old.
- If your puppy will be older than 16 weeks of age when the class starts, please register for Level 1: Marvelous Manners.
- Puppies must have at least one set of vaccinations given 7 days prior to class start date.
In deference to other students, those who arrive 10 minutes late to class will not be admitted and will be marked as absent. No class make ups will be given for students who are tardy.
- Classes must be paid for in full at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled start date, including online registrations and manual registrations.
- If space is still available, class registrations will be accepted until the start of the scheduled class.
- Refunds and cancellations are offered until 72 hours prior to the class’ scheduled start date.
- Students must request a cancellation no later than 72 hours prior to the scheduled class start date to receive a refund.
- Refunds will be processed within one week of student's request for refund/cancellation.
- No drop-ins, class transfers, or pro-rated class fees.
Classes can be cancelled and/or postponed with no notice. The Humane Society will do their best to alert you if classes are cancelled or rescheduled, so you may adjust your schedule accordingly. You will receive the full number of sessions, but the class end date may be later than anticipated.
Why Pets Love Us
One-Stop Shop
We’re a full-service dog spa for all your grooming, training, and retail needs.
Multiple Locations
Get onsite training in Little Italy, at the San Diego Humane Society, or at your home!
Proven Experience
April is a certified professional dog trainer with 20 years of experience.
Top-Shelf Products
We offer natural, holistic, and high-quality pet products that are vetted first.
Holistic Approach
We consider behavior and nutrition in a holistic approach to pets’ wellbeing.
Each Pet Special
Customized training and grooming considers each pet’s unique needs.
Meet April and the Team
Bella Woof Spa is run by wife and husband team April and Robert Rothwell out of the charming Little Italy neighborhood. With April's expertise in animal biology, nutrition and behavior and Robert's business acumen, the result is a unique experience that supports your pet's health and wellness, improving your invaluable bond with your pet.
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Train with us!
Whether you have a puppy or an adult furry friend, we have classes in different locations to suit their needs. Get in touch to book training today!