Therapy Dog Training Starts in Puppyhood
Raising a calm, confident, well-mannered puppy begins the moment they come home. Whether you're dreaming of hospital visits or hiking trails, my puppy programs lay the foundation for a lifetime of therapy and adventure success.
Book your training consultation today to get started.
A consultation is required before enrolling in any puppy program.
Not Your Average Puppy Training
Every puppy is adorable.
But not every puppy becomes the kind of dog that is ready to serve and shine as a therapy animal.
This isn’t obedience for obedience’s sake. It’s real-life, wellness-focused training that sets your puppy up for therapy animal work, calm behavior in public, and joyful adventures with you.
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Engagement
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Neutral greetings
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Calm leash walking
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Relaxation drills
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Real-world manners
Each program also includes 2 months free inside the King's Creatures Adventure Team Club, a structured, supportive training community with daily challenges, live coaching, printables, and access to Pet Socials.
Puppies must be 4 months or younger at the start of their program to be eligible.
Perfect Puppy Placement Package
$350*
Best for: Families who want expert help choosing the right dog for therapy animal or adventure pet goals
Outcome: A puppy that fits your life and goals—with professional guidance from day one
What's included:
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A 30–60 min “get to know you” session to clarify goals and recommend ideal breeds or matches
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Temperament testing or assessment of a litter or shelter puppy
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A 60–90 min training session to ease your puppy’s transition into your home—focused on setting up beneficial routines, early training, and answering all your new puppy questions
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2 free months in the King's Creatures Adventure Team Club: structured support, printables, and trainer access
Want a puppy who can change lives someday?
Let’s start with the right one.
Canine
Kindergarten Camp
$3,295
Best for: Busy families who want expert training, real-life socialization, and early therapy prep while they’re at work.
Outcome: A calm, social puppy who’s already started down the path toward becoming a certified therapy animal.
What's included:
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4 weeks of Day Camp: three sessions per week (Tue, Wed, Thu) between 10:00am and 2:30pm
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12 total sessions with a mix of in-home training and real-world field trips
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Varying session lengths and locations to build focus, calm, and adaptability in everyday settings
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Introduction to key therapy animal behaviors: calm greetings, place, leash walking, engagement, and recall
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Structured socialization with other pets, exposure to new environments, and nap time
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Video summaries, training handouts, and a place cot + training collar
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2 free months in the King's Creatures Adventure Team Club: structured support, printables, and trainer access
Raise a well-mannered dog you’ll be proud to bring along for therapy animal visits and all sorts of adventures.
In-Home
Puppy Sessions
4 Pack
$699
Best for: Families who want one-on-one help with early behavior and home routines.
Outcome: Confidence, structure, and a plan to keep building toward therapy animal or adventure pet goals.
What's included:
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Four 1-hour in-home sessions, paced to match your puppy’s attention span
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Customized support for house manners, leash skills, calm greetings, and more
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Training gear tailored to your puppy's needs and detailed handouts
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2 free months in the King's Creatures Adventure Team Club: structured support, printables, and trainer access
This is not a standalone program.
Must be paired with a Day Camp or Private Sessions Package to work toward STAR Puppy or other goals and certifications.
Ready to raise a calm, confident therapy-animal-in-training?
Book your consultation today and take the first step on your Trail to Success.
All dogs and cats in your home must be current (for their age) on rabies & distemper/parvo vaccines and you must provide proof of a fecal exam within the last year with no parasite seen for participation in any services. A current bordetella vaccine is also required for each dog.
Other vaccine and medical requirements may apply to your species of pet.
* Travel fees may apply to services provided outside the immediate Cedar Rapids area. There will be a 50% cancellation fee applied to services cancelled within 48 hours of the scheduled start time. *
*All payments are non-refundable*