Puppy Academy
Empowering Pups
One Command at a Time
Most dogs are just as social as humans, and just like us, they benefit from exercise and socialization for their health, happiness, and well-being. At Walks and Wags, Inc., we are committed to helping you provide these essential interactions and activities in a safe and fun environment!
Our highly trained team consistently monitors and engages with each dog who visits us. Everyone you meet at Walks and Wags, Inc. has a passion for dogs. Each of us has chosen to dedicate ourselves to doing what we love, which is taking care of your 4-legged family members.
Nurturing Minds & Manners
The Puppy Academy delivers physical and mental stimulation, as well as positive reinforcement and gentle corrections necessary to master good behavior. We accept only a limited number of puppies at a time, so each puppy receives personal attention and care to address each pup's individual needs.
Puppy Academy Staff
Our knowledgeable staff knows how to bring out the best in your puppy! We are fully trained in puppy training, canine behavior, and dog psychology. This is crucial because, along with being able to obedience train puppies, our trainers are also able to predict and prevent potential issues and situations before they escalate. Your puppy is always in experienced and professional hands!Â
Benefits of Puppy Socialization
Puppies have a sensitive period for socialization from 3 weeks until about 12–14 weeks. During this time, they should have lots of positive puppy socialization experiences with other people and dogs and habituate to the kinds of environmental stimuli they will encounter as adult dogs. Socializing puppies is about more than just people. It involves pleasant experiences with unknown dogs, surfaces, places, and anything that a puppy might come across as an adult.
Rates & Requirements
We require a reservation to be, at minimum, twice a week from Monday – Friday. Please call for pricing!
Food
Puppies bring their own food and treats. This is to keep them on the same diet as at home, so their tummies don't get upset from a sudden change. We also use puppy's food from home for training all day long.
Age
Eligible puppies must be between the ages of 8 weeks and 16 weeks old. The puppy must be in the home at least 2 weeks prior to attending school. Once your puppy is 16 weeks, then your puppy is off to regular enrichment daycare with dogs the same age. This is when they will start to begin playing with a purpose, and we will incorporate training in their play. We have time on our side, so we do the repetitions in training all day.
Vaccinations
Puppies need to have received 1 round of puppy vaccinations and a clear fecal test from a licensed veterinary to begin school. At this time, these pups won't interact with the other students (they are contained in their own puppy bubble) and go on outdoor walks in their own yard. Once they have graduated from puppy academy they move into Enrichment Daycare and partake fully with other students.
Health
Enrolled students must also pass a daily health check before class admittance for the day. This is to ensure all students are in optimal health for their own safety and well-being and that of their fellow classmates.
Client Testimonial
"Walks and Wags is the best doggie day care in Mobile! They have kept our dogs many times. The daily report cards we receive are informative and helpful. They are building a swimming pool for the dogs which I know many dogs ( not mine-they hate water) will love!"
~ Terri Willis