POSITIVE METHODS
Reward-based practice that shows puppies what to do.
Dog Training · MOUNT PLEASANT, IA
Puppy Behavior Training
Positive guidance that builds confidence with new people, dogs, sounds and surfaces, so good habits form early and stay as your puppy grows.
- ★★★★★ (opens in a new tab)
- Pet First Aid & CPR Certified
- IBPSA Member
What Is Puppy Behavior Training?
GOOD HABITS BEFORE BAD ONES
Nerves around new people, sounds and surfaces are a normal part of growing up. Puppy behavior training guides those moments early with patient, positive practice, building the confidence and impulse control that good habits grow from.
- Confidence with new people and dogs
- New sounds and surfaces, introduced gradually
- Impulse control and real-world manners
- Calm handling for grooming and vet visits
WHAT'S INCLUDED
GUIDANCE THAT GROWS WITH THEM
Positive, step-by-step support for each stage of puppyhood, from first introductions to real-world outings.
EARLY SOCIALIZATION
New people, puppies, sounds and surfaces, introduced gradually.
HANDLING PRACTICE
Gentle preparation for grooming, nail care and vet visits.
CERTIFIED STAFF
Pet First Aid and CPR certified, with training certifications.
Puppy Academy
Train. Socialize. Build Confidence.
Our Puppy Academy is designed to gently introduce your pup to the world, strengthen essential skills, and prepare them for real-life adventures.
- Step 1
Introduction
3 Days- A gentle introduction to our facility, friends and 1:1 training of basic skills.
- Build confidence in a positive, supportive environment.
- Step 2
Puppy Primer
12 Days (3 days a week)- Meet new people and dogs
- Explore new surfaces and sounds
- Foundational obedience and confidence-building games
- Step 3
Prep School
12 Days (3 days a week)- Sharpen basic obedience
- Strengthen social skills
- Prep for outings and real-world experiences
- Step 4
Puppy Prodigy
12 Days (3 days a week)- Advanced obedience and impulse control
- Grooming and vet readiness
- Real-world manners
Program Requirements
- Puppies must be at least 16 weeks old and up to date on BARK BLVD required vaccines.
- Daycare is included with all program days for socialization and training.
- Each program is a standalone package. Puppies must graduate from one step before moving into the next.
- Pet parents will be given materials outlining the tools and commands used during training to help maintain consistency at home.
Who Puppy Behavior Training Is For
Help for Everyday Puppy Challenges
For puppies working through the normal ups and downs of growing up, and families who want calm habits early.
Excitable puppies
Learning impulse control and calm, real-world manners.
Nervous puppies
Unsure around new sounds, surfaces or people.
Handling-shy puppies
Wriggly during brushing, nail trims or vet checks.
Not sure where to start?
Tell us what your puppy is doing and when it happens, and we will walk you through Puppy Academy, starting with the Introduction. If your puppy needs a different kind of help, we will tell you honestly.
Find Us
Visit BARK BLVD in Mount Pleasant, Iowa
BARK BLVD
905 E. Ash Street
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
| Monday – Friday | 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Saturday – Sunday | 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Midday | Lobby closed 12:00 – 2:00 PM |
Lobby closes during midday dog nap time.
Drop-Off and Pick-Up Times
| Monday – Friday | 6:30 AM – 12:00 PM and 2:00 – 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 – 6:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 – 6:30 PM |
These are the windows for dropping off or picking up your dog, within the opening hours above. Other drop-off and pick-up times can be arranged with a team member in advance. Any dog picked up after 12:00 PM is charged a half day of daycare.
Proudly Serving Southeast Iowa
...and communities within approximately 75 miles of Mount Pleasant.
Reviews
What dog parents are saying
★★★★★
★★★★★
Live camera, daily updates, a spotless facility and easy booking. Worth the drive for the Executive Suite...
Abbey
Executive Suite · travelled from Washington, Iowa
★★★★★
Extra-large accommodations with real room for a big dog.
Kylee
Great Dane
★★★★★
My dog came home happy and relaxed, and the bath was great. Professional care.
Julie
Boarding + bath
★★★★★
The meet & greet and patient staff built real trust with our reactive dog.
Hayley
Reactive dog
Frequently asked questions
Puppy Academy starts with one-on-one training in the Introduction step, then adds time with new people and dogs as your puppy's confidence grows.
Ready When They Are
Raise a Calm, Confident Puppy
Tell us about your puppy's behavior and routine, and we will walk you through Puppy Academy, starting with the Introduction.
