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Manner First introduced in Pre-School

Etiquette

Learn the day-to-day etiquette that makes your dog a great neighbor.

  • Teaching
  • Reinforcing
  • Proofing
  • Maintenance

Maple's stage at Elementary

Success indicator

Dog greets calmly without jumping or mouthing.

How we teach it

  • Safety Is Paramount: Remember, all dogs have been socialized differently prior to this class. Make sure to keep an open line of communication with your instructor, and other pet parents.
  • Understanding Play Style: Each dog displays different signals prior to and during any play. It's important to understand what appropriate play looks like and how to gradually build into that if your dog is not currently sociable.
  • Gradual Socialization: For dogs that are not already social, begin with positive associations. Every time your pup looks at another dog and doesn't react, praise them. If they are starting to show interest, start to move closer to the other dogs in the room. Small interactions with a lot of praise will help your dog feel more comfortable approaching.
  • Promoting Respectful Play: If your pup is starting to add a lot of energy into the group, call them back to you. If you are not at a point where your dogs comes back to you, make sure to have food or a leash. This will make the process of getting your dogs attention a lot easier. It also helps your pup understand when it is time to take a break

Practice at home

  • Safety Is Paramount: Remember, all dogs have been socialized differently prior to this class. Make sure to keep an open line of communication with your instructor, and other pet parents.
  • Take Photos or Videos: Capturing your progress back at home or outside will help us provide additional feedback.

Go deeper

Imagine happy tail wags, playful pounces, and joyous barks echoing through your home the symphony of appropriate dog play. This joyful interaction not only fosters a deeper bond between you and your furry friend but also provides essential physical and mental stimulation.

Read the Appropriate Play guide

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Add structure to your week

See where Etiquette fits in Maple's personalized training plan.