We strive to make puppy training a fun and positive experience. Play mixed with instruction creates an environment for puppies to learn both socially and intellectually. At the same time, we are there to help puppy parents learn how to better understand their new pup and to create a relationship with their canine companions built on trust and open communication. We aim for setting your puppy up for success so they can become a relaxed, confident, and well-behaved member of your family and society.
Wag Pupster
With a focus on early unleashed and leashed socialization, our Wag Pupster class will be an informative, playful and active journey covering responsible dog ownership, safety, thinking like a dog, house training, problem-solving, and of course fun!
- Pups best suited for this class are 9 months and younger
- Maximum 6 pups per class
- Cost: $300 (does not include tax). We require a $50 non-refundable deposit to hold your space, with the balance to be paid after the first class.
- First class will be humans only, no dogs
- Cannot join after the second class
Offered Mondays at 6 pm, starts September 11
Basic Wag
Let’s get down to business. We will cover additional basic commands with more distractions, get owners on track with speaking and thinking dog, practice focus, recall and stays, leash walking, and celebrate the serious side of the human and dog relationship.
- For pups 10 months and older
- Maximum 6 pups per class
- Cost: $300 (does not include tax). We require a $50 non-refundable deposit to hold your space, with the balance to be paid after the first class.
- First class will be humans only, no dogs
- Cannot join after the second class
Offered Mondays at 7 pm, starts September 11
Agility Class
Have you seen our trainers work on agility with dogs and thought, I want in on that. Well, now you can!
On Saturdays in June at Wag Central, we will hold an informative open agility class with owners in our Puppy Lounge. This casual drop-in class requires reservations, and a guide will be on-site to help organize the fun, show how to use the equipment safely, and provide help and answer questions.
Dogs should come to class with an owner, leash, yummy treats just for training, and basic knowledge of commands sit, come, stay, and name recognition.
- Maximum 6 pups per class.
- Cost: $45 per session (does not include tax).
- All dogs must be registered in our system and have updated vaccinations as required.
Time: Not currently being offered – check back later for more info!
Hit It, Quit It, Say We Did It
It’s no secret that dogs of all ages can benefit from training, but if you’re struggling to find the time — we have a solution! Join our trainer, Darcy, for a one-time 90-minute cram session to embrace the modern social dog and dog lifestyle. We will cover potty training, name recognition, come and other commands, crate-training, FAS (fear, anxiety, and stress), toys and cognitive activities, chewing, jumping, and wrap it all up with Q&A.
No pup yet? This is still a great choice! Let us help set you up for success!
Limited to 6 families.
Cost: $80 (does not include tax) per dog family.
All pups must be registered in our system and have updated vaccinations as required.
Time: Not currently being offered – check back later for more info!
Let’s Wag Safely.
- Please arrive at Wag Central no more than 10 minutes before your class. There will be ample time to enjoy the reception and retail areas after your class.
- Potty and clean up after your dog outside before each class on a leash.
- Potty accidents while in the training rooms and parks are not a problem, however for everyone’s safety please inform the instructor so that the mess is addressed promptly.
- All dogs should be on a leash while entering and moving from place to place within the facility. Please do not unleash your dog until you are instructed to do so by a Wag Team member.
- Well-behaved children are always welcome.
Proof of vaccination must be received at least 3 days before your pup’s first day of class.
The following vaccinations are required for all dogs: Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, Leptospirosis, and Canine Influenza (bivalent), and a negative fecal testing every 6 months for ova, parasites, and Giardia—please be specific with your vet about this testing. Our concierge will be happy to handle this for you, contact our concierge at info@wagcentralct.com or call or text us at 203-895-4202.
We offer:
- Private One-On-One Training – Don’t need a whole class, but have a specific issue you’d like to work on? We’re also available for consults. Give us a call to make arrangements.
