Western Mass
Dog Training
Welcome! At Western Mass Dog Training, we’re here to help you and your puppy build confidence, connection, and great habits from the very beginning. Explore our resources and other support programs below, designed specifically for puppies and new puppy guardians.
Puppy Support & Classes
For New Families
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Chapter 1: Preparing Your Home — start preparing before your puppy even comes home with the first chapter from our Welcome Home Puppy Transition Guide!
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A structured, trainer-guided socialization class for puppies 8–20 weeks old.
This drop-in class provides safe, positive socialization with other puppies while focusing on calmness and emotional regulation—helping your puppy stay engaged with you even in the presence of distractions. We also cover handling and basic husbandry skills so your puppy can comfortably tolerate everyday care and veterinary visits, and key principles for safely introducing your puppy to new people, environments, and experiences. Each session includes short training exercises and a complimentary Q&A with a professional trainer.
Saturdays, 2:30-3:30pm, at Happy Hounds, S. Deerfield
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The Welcome Home Program is online and can be conveniently completed on your own schedule.
What's included:
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Instant access to our Puppy Transition Guide: Navigating the First Few Months
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Pre-recorded reviews of each chapter, essential practical guidance to help you settle in and house train your puppy and start its training off on the right paw. Includes settle-in chapters covering the most important early puppy challenges, including early routines, socialization, foundational house training, and more.
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Easy-to-access Online Reference Library. Click here to visit contents.
Perfect for: new puppy owners who want practical help and curated resources.
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What's included:
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Instant access to our Puppy Transition Guide: Navigating the First Few Months
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Pre-recorded reviews of each chapter, essential practical guidance to help you settle in and house train your puppy and start its training off on the right paw. Includes settle-in chapters covering the most important early puppy challenges, including early routines, socialization, foundational house training, and more.
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Easy-to-access Online Reference Library. Click here to visit contents.
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30-minute Consult + Follow Up Resources. Get personalized guidance for your puppy and circumstances; includes follow up training resources tailored to your specific to your personal needs.
Perfect for: Puppy parents who want quick, practical guidance and reassurance that they're starting off on the right foot during the critical early weeks at home.