Puppy Class
For puppies aged 8 to 16 weeks who have received their first round of vaccinations, you're welcome to join at any time! Each class offers something new, with a mix of on-leash and off-leash learning, confidence-building activities, and safe socialization games designed just for growing puppies.
Puppy Classes
Congratulations on the newest addition to your family! Having a new puppy is such an exciting time, and of course you want the very best for them. But with so much information online, it can feel overwhelming - we get it.
Puppy classes at Airdrie Puppy Pals are the perfect first step. You'll be in a clean, safe, and dedicated training space with a certified and experienced dog trainer. Each class is thoughtfully designed to offer positive, high-quality experiences while focusing on essential skills and socialization.
Vaccinations
When it comes to early puppy socialization, it’s completely normal to feel torn between the risks and the rewards of these important early experiences. At Airdrie Puppy Pals, we follow the AVSAB socialization checklist and require that all Puppy Pals have received at least their first round of core vaccinations. Our clean, controlled environment is designed to give your puppy safe opportunities to meet other dogs, people, and new situations during this crucial developmental window.
If you’re curious about the risk versus reward of early socialization, we encourage you to read the AVSAB position statement on puppy socialization and discuss with your Veterinarian.
Meet Your Trainer
Our Puppy Classes are taught by Nikki Nordick. With hundreds of hours of continuing education and certifications but what truly sets her apart is her positive, encouraging approach that builds confidence in both puppies and their people.
In these early weeks, your puppy is learning what the world is all about. It’s a critical time for setting the stage for a lifetime of good behavior and emotional wellness. Nikki focuses on creating safe, enriching experiences that help your puppy grow into a well-adjusted, happy dog. Her methods are rooted in science, kindness, and a deep respect for the dog-human bond.
Puppyhood goes by quickly, and early training can make all the difference. Nikki is here to guide you through it with clarity, compassion, and a whole lot of cheerleading.
Read to get started?
We know life with a puppy doesn’t always follow a set schedule - that’s why our classes offer rolling enrollment. You can join at any time and attend as many classes as you'd like. Each session offers something new, with a rotating mix of training, socialization, and enrichment activities designed to keep things fun, engaging, and supportive of your puppy’s ongoing development.
Each class is $32.95 plus tax, and you're welcome to register for as many as you like. To keep the environment comfortable and focused for all our pups, we ask that each family brings no more than two people to class.
You can view upcoming classes and register online through our calendar. If you have any questions, just let us know — we’re here and happy to help!
