Behavior help
Puppy Training & Foundations
The habits you build now last a lifetime. Susan helps you start your puppy off right.
Bringing home a puppy is joyful and chaotic in equal measure. The early months are also when the foundation for everything else is set: house manners, handling the world calmly, and learning to listen to you. Getting this stretch right prevents a long list of problems later.
Susan brings her fun, game-based method to your home so your puppy learns in the place they actually live. You will learn to read your puppy, set clear and fair rules from day one, and make learning a game the whole household can join.
What puppy training covers
- House manners and a calm, settled home
- Coming when called and basic listening
- Polite greetings instead of jumping and nipping
- Getting comfortable with handling and new experiences
- Heading off problems before they become habits
How Susan approaches it
Puppies, and the adults and kids who love them, learn best through play. Susan's games make the lessons stick while keeping it fun, so your puppy grows into a confident, well-mannered dog and you grow into a calm, capable leader.
Each visit is tailored to your puppy's age and personality and to your goals. You will finish with clear steps to keep practicing between visits, because the day-to-day repetition is where good habits are built.
It all happens through the in-home, game-based 30-games method, built around your dog and your goals. Meet Susan to learn about her background and credentials.
Common questions
What age should puppy training start?
The sooner the better. Good habits and gentle exposure to the world are valuable from the moment your puppy comes home, and it is never too early to start shaping calm, polite behavior.
Is it really all games?
The method is game-based because dogs learn well through play, but the games teach real, practical skills: listening, manners, and confidence. It is effective and enjoyable at the same time.
Do you come to my house?
Yes. In-home training lets your puppy learn right where they live, which makes the lessons carry over to daily life. Susan serves South Jersey and nearby areas.
Let’s work on it together
Tell Soozy Pooch a little about your dog and what you’re facing. Susan is based in Elmer, NJ and brings the visit to you across South Jersey and nearby areas.