For New Puppy Parents with Dogs Ages 8 weeks to 6 months

A Great Life with Your Puppy Begins with a Strong Start

Positive early socialization experiences with your puppy create a lasting impact on how your dog will see the world for years to come

  • Create a strong bond between you and your puppy, right from the start

  • Foster curiosity instead of fear in new situations

  • Promote an optimistic outlook towards the world at large

A Day One Dog Training Program Focused on Providing Age Appropriate Socialization Experiences

  • Private In-Home Training Sessions tailored to your puppy's specific needs

  • Small-Group Socialization Classes (max 6 puppies at a time) for controlled social exposure

  • Comprehensive Written Training Plans after each private session

  • Step-by-Step Coaching on providing socialization opportunities for your puppy

  • Ongoing Private and Group Class Support available after completing the core program

Meet our Trainers

  • Beth's twenty-year journey as a professional trainer has made her a passionate advocate for science-based methods that teach dogs what to do rather than what not to, fostering deeper connections between puppies and their humans.

    Beth Dollar

  • Rachelle's (ABCDT, CVT) approach combines her experience as both a certified vet tech and trainer to help puppies build confidence through early socialization experiences that are designed to set them up for lifelong success.

    Rachelle Hein

  • Eric's approach to puppy training centers on rewards-based methods that prioritize positive experiences and helping young dogs develop from the ground up.

    Eric Pashia

  • Erica's (CPDT-KA®, ABCDT, Fear Free® Certified) journey from rescuing her own challenging dog transformed into a passion for helping owners communicate effectively with their canine companions.

    Erica Pashia

Get Started

A Socialization Plan Designed to Build Your Dog’s Confidence - Step by Step

You are your dog’s best teacher

Learn how to best communicate with your dog to build trust, confidence and resilience, right from the start.

A proven training plan so your puppy can put their best paw forward

Training write ups, resources and video tutorials to guide your puppy’s training plan. 

Socialization doesn’t happen in a vacuum

Group classes with other puppy parents to build your skills in a real life training setting.

Your Puppy's Journey with Us

3 One on One Training Sessions in Your Home

A Step by Step Written Training Plan

2 Group Socialization Classes

Who is The Kind Canine? 

We help new puppy parents create a strong start for their puppies by providing early positive socialization experiences so that their puppies can thrive in the world around them. 

The Kind Canine offers dog training and behavior consulting services in Bend, Oregon. We take a rewards based approach to our work together, while facilitating a healthy and fulfilling relationship between you and your dog. 

Together, we can create a foundation of communication between you and your dog that will last a lifetime!

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Get Started in 3 Simple Steps

1. Tell us what’s going on

Reserve your spot in our puppy program by completing our registration form.

2. Book with a Trainer

Schedule your 3 private sessions with one of our puppy trainers

3. Start your training journey

Meet with your trainer and begin working with your puppy!