A head start that changes everything.
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Instead of going home at 8 weeks, your puppy stays with us through 12 weeks to receive structured socialization, early training, and intentional preparation for real life.
We don’t just raise puppies—we prepare them.
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What Your Puppy Gains
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Confidence in new environments, sounds, and experiences
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Early training foundations (name, recall, crate, leash awareness)
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Calm handling and grooming tolerance
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Strong human connection and engagement
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Smoother transition into your home and routine
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Why This Matters
The 8–12 week window is one of the most important developmental stages.
What happens here directly impacts behavior, confidence, and trainability long-term.
Puppies in this program go home:
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More adaptable
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Easier to train
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More emotionally stable
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What Makes This Different
This is not just “extra time.”
It’s intentional development, tailored to each puppy’s personality and pace.
Every puppy receives:
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Individual training sessions
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Structured environmental exposure
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Guided confidence-building experiences
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Early independence and home routine preparation
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Transition Support for You
You don’t just get a trained puppy—you get a plan.
Includes a 1-on-1 virtual session where we:
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Walk you through your puppy’s routine
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Show you how to continue training
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Set you up for a smooth first week at home
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Program Investment
4-Week Home Foundations Program (8–12 weeks)
$2,500 total (or ~$625/week). We only have limited availability per litter.
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Looking Ahead
Once your puppy reaches 6 months, we offer advanced obedience training programs for families who want to continue building reliability, off-leash control, and real-world manners.
👉 Ask us about the advanced obedience board and training options or learn more about Proper Dog Academy.
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