Service Description

🐾 Big Puppy Social ********** Puppies must be under 16 weeks to start and over 12 pounds (check out our small puppy social if your puppy is 12 pounds and under and between 8 and 26 weeks After that, puppies may continue attending up to 26 weeks of age, as long as they come regularly********* Fun • Safe • Thoughtful • Puppy-Centered ✨ Not your typical puppy social! ✨ Our puppy socials are carefully designed so puppies can learn, play, and grow—without becoming overwhelmed. We focus on: ✅ Appropriate play 🧠 Learning to disengage 💤 Settling and calming skills 💛 Building confidence at your puppy’s pace 👉 Please read all the way through so you know what to expect and what to bring! 🐶 Age Requirements 🎂 Puppies must be under 16 weeks to start After that, puppies may continue attending up to 26 weeks of age, as long as they come regularly. Why? ✔️ So we can get to know your puppy ✔️ Observe play style & confidence ✔️ Support healthy social development over time 👥 Small Groups = Big Benefits 🐾 Max 8 puppies 👀 Close supervision 🎯 Individual guidance 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families are welcome! 💉 Health & Safety First To keep everyone safe and happy: ✔️ At least one parvo/distemper vaccination ✔️ Puppy has been home with you at least one week 📄 Proof of vaccination required 🌈 What Your Puppy Will Experience Your puppy will get to: 🐕 Play, interact, or observe other puppies 🙋‍♀️ Meet new people 🎶 Explore new objects, surfaces, and sounds 😌 Shy or cautious puppy? No problem! We never force interaction—introductions happen slowly and on your puppy’s terms. 🕒 Special Small Puppy Social Times 📅 Saturdays at 10am 🎓 What We Work On (Besides Play!) Our socials include gentle learning moments like: 🟦 Settling Sessions Teaching puppies how to relax and chill on their mat 🟨 Handling Games Does your puppy: Run away when you approach? Nip when being picked up? Struggle with collars or harnesses? 👉 Bring novel treats (something your puppy has never had before!) 🟩 Name Recognition & Recall 🟧 Learning to Share 🟪 Saying Hi Nicely & Confidently to People 🎒 What to Bring ✔️ Proof of first parvo/distemper vaccination ✔️ A well-rested puppy ✔️ A mat or towel (your puppy’s place/bed) ✔️ High-value, novel treats 📍 Location Orion Dog Training 576 E Santa Clara Street San Jose, CA FREE parking next to the builfing ❓ Not sure if this social is right for your puppy? 📞 Questions? Concerns? Curious? Please reach out —We are happy to help!