<div dir="ltr"><br><br><div class="gmail_quote gmail_quote_container"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <strong class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">SmartyPup!</strong> <span dir="auto"><<a href="mailto:flows%2B139@breely.com">flows+139@breely.com</a>></span><br>Date: Sun, Sep 7, 2025 at 11:52 PM<br>Subject: What to Expect and What to Bring<br>To: <a href="mailto:robinleepowell@gmail.com">robinleepowell@gmail.com</a> <<a href="mailto:robinleepowell@gmail.com">robinleepowell@gmail.com</a>><br></div><br><br>
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<h1><strong>🦮 For class please bring:</strong></h1><h3><strong><br></strong>👉 Barbie!</h3><h3>👉 your dog wearing a collar with and id tag.</h3><h3>👉 a mat or towel for your dog to settle on.</h3><h3>👉 Food rewards and a hands free treat pouch - no plastic bags.</h3><h3>👉a chew item like a bully stick or stuffed kong<br><br></h3><h2><strong>What to Expect in Class 🐶:</strong></h2><p>Welcome to SmartyPup! Puppy Classes and Socials—where your journey of training your lovable puppy begins! Our classes are thoughtfully designed to create memorable experiences while ensuring both you and your puppy have a wonderful time. 🎉</p><p>Puppies are remarkable beings, brimming with curiosity, innocence, and an impressive ability to embrace the present moment. At SmartyPup!, we cherish these qualities and gently guide puppies as they learn what we humans expect from them.</p><p>Picture your puppy happily exploring and playing 🐾 as you calmly introduce essential cues such as "Come" during playtime, or teaching "No Jumping" when they're joyfully greeting someone. There will certainly be humorous moments, such as instructing "Down" when your puppy is energetically bouncing around or busily chewing something interesting. Equally amusing is their confusion when hearing "Don't Touch" while a tempting three-day-old piece of salami or an electrical cord is within easy reach. Puppy training truly is a journey of mutual discovery for both you and your pup. 🤔</p><p> </p><p>In class, you'll join a diverse group of dedicated puppy parents and their delightful puppies—a microcosm of the real world your pup will encounter. This diversity offers your puppy essential exposure to various breeds, sizes, and appearances, from tiny Maltese and fluffy Poodles to spirited Chihuahuas and majestic German Shepherds. Experiencing this diversity early, ideally before they reach 12 weeks, is critical. Small breeds benefit from learning that larger breeds, such as German Shepherds, Mastiffs, and Basset Hounds, are simply fellow dogs—and vice versa! 🐕</p><hr><p> </p><h2><strong>The First Day of Puppy Class 🏫:</strong></h2><p>Your first puppy class might remind you of a child's first day of preschool—exciting yet a little daunting. Remember those feelings? Some children clung anxiously to their parents, while others eagerly jumped into their new environment. Similarly, you and your puppy may experience a wide range of emotions.</p><p>Your puppy might initially show shyness, staying close to you or hiding beneath a chair, quietly observing their new surroundings. This behavior is completely normal! We respect each puppy's individual pace; it might take them a few minutes or a few weeks to confidently engage.</p><p>Conversely, your puppy might immediately dive in with boundless energy, exploring every corner. This exuberance, while occasionally overwhelming, is entirely normal and part of your puppy's unique development. Every puppy has their own temperament and pace, and our classes accommodate these individual differences. ⚡</p><p> </p><h2><strong>The World of Puppy Play 🎈:</strong></h2><p>During our lively play sessions, you'll observe an orchestra of puppy behaviors—from joyful barks and excited yips to occasional growls, whines, pawing, and gentle play-biting.</p><hr><p>If a puppy gets nipped too hard or startled by another, you may hear a yelp or notice a brief retreat. This is a valuable learning experience, teaching puppies important social cues like "Hey, stop that!" or "I don't want to play right now." You might also see a puppy rolling onto their back—a natural gesture to signal peace—or witness a playful "pounce" from one puppy to another, initially causing surprise but quickly resolving as puppies refine their social interactions. These interactions are critical for puppies to learn considerate play behaviors. 🐾</p><hr><p>In conclusion, our puppy classes provide a safe, enriching environment for your puppy to socialize and learn valuable life skills. From understanding breed diversity to navigating puppy behaviors, SmartyPup! aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools for raising a happy, well-rounded pup. 🧠</p><p> </p><p>Each puppy is unique, progressing at their own pace, and our experienced instructors will support you every step of the way. Get ready for a rewarding adventure as you watch your puppy grow and forge lifelong bonds together! ❤️</p><p><br><br>See you in class! 🚌</p>
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