TRAINING - COMING SEPTEMBER 2026!
At Poochie Palace, we believe in building confident, happy dogs through kindness,
encouragement, and trust. Our training programs will focus on
Positive Reinforcement Training, using rewards, praise, treats, and play to
teach dogs new skills and behaviors.
🐾 No shock collars
🐾 No prong collars
🐾 No choke collars
🐾 Just positive, effective, science-based training
Our goal is to help dogs learn in a fun, supportive environment while
strengthening the bond between dogs and their families.
Whether you have a new puppy, an adolescent dog, or simply want to
brush up on manners, we're excited to help your pup succeed!
Stay tuned for program details, class offerings, and registration information coming soon.
Because at Poochie Palace, we're not just caring for dogs—
we're helping them become the very best versions of themselves. ❤️🐶
We believe in building confident, happy dogs through kindness, encouragement, and trust.
That's why we use Positive Reinforcement Training methods.
What is Positive Reinforcement? Positive reinforcement training focuses on rewarding desired behaviors so
dogs naturally want to repeat them. Rewards may include treats, praise, affection, toys, or playtime.
Rather than correcting mistakes through fear or discomfort, we teach dogs what we want them to do by
creating positive experiences and clear communication. Why We Choose Positive Reinforcement encourages
dogs to learn willingly and confidently Builds trust between dogs and their handlers Creates lasting behavior changes through positive experiences Reduces fear, anxiety, and stress Strengthens the bond between dogs and people Makes learning fun and rewarding.
Our Philosophy We believe every dog deserves patience, understanding, and compassionate guidance.
By focusing on what dogs do right instead of punishing what they do wrong, we help create well-mannered, confident companions who enjoy learning and interacting with the world around them. At Poochie Palace,
we're committed to providing a safe, supportive environment where dogs can thrive through positive experiences and positive reinforcement.
Training at Poochie Palace — Positive Training. Royal Results.
REQUIREMENTS
TEMPERAMENT TEST
All dogs attending our play groups or daycare must complete a temperament test to ensure the safety of all pups! We have a ZERO TOLERANCE policy for aggressive pups!
Temperament tests must be scheduled and are available Monday - Friday from 9am - 1pm ONLY.
UP TO DATE ON VACCINATIONS
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Rabies
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Distemper
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Parvovirus
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Negative fecal float test
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Bordetella (1 year vaccine accepted and please keep out of daycare/boarding for 7-10 days after receiving vaccine as they can spread the virus)
We highly recommend your pup receiving the influenza vaccine!
FLEA & TICK FREE
Dogs must be on a regular flee and tick preventatives.
SPAYED OR NEUTERED
All dogs over 7 months must be spayed or neutered.
Intact puppies under 7 months accepted based on behavior!
AGE REQUIREMENTS
All pup/s must be at least 4 months old and FULLY VACCINATED TO ATTEND.
YEARLY FECAL EXAM REQUIRED.
DOG LICENSE
Your pup must be registered and licensed with the town you reside in.
All dogs must be wearing a flat buckle collar (no chains, choke collars, or prong collars) with your pup’s updated rabies tag and dog license tag attached at all times. If your pup received their rabies vaccine out of state and a tag was not provided, a rabies certificate will be accepted as an alternative.
(NO EXCEPTIONS) This is the new rules under Ollie's Law.
