Training & Classes

The Chateau Daycare Academy Socialization & Training 4-Week Program

New Classes Starting July 7, 2025

Our 4-week Chateau Daycare Academy Socialization & Training Programs seamlessly integrate structured small-group training with the excitement of full-day daycare—ensuring a balanced approach to learning, play, and social development. Led by Certified Trainers, these programs provide expert guidance and tailored support to help pups develop essential skills at every stage:

Daycare Puppy Academy Training – Socialization & Obedience: For puppies (3-8 months old)
- The Daycare Puppy Academy focuses on early socialization, foundational obedience, confidence building, and exposure to new experiences in a positive, engaging setting.
Daycare Canine Academy Training – Advanced Socialization & Obedience: For dogs 8 months and older
- The Daycare Canine Academy builds on existing skills with advanced obedience, impulse control, and enhanced socialization to ensure well-mannered behavior in various environments.

Whether you’re laying a strong foundation for a young pup or refining obedience skills for an older dog, our Daycare Academy Training Programs ensure a structured, engaging, and effective training experience. Owners stay actively involved throughout the program, fostering lasting success and a stronger bond with their pup.

Two Options for Chateau Daycare Academy

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

12 Training Sessions

2 Evening Sessions with Owner

$195 per week

Ideal for owners looking for a balanced approach to training and socialization.
Provides structured learning and socialization while allowing time to practice skills between sessions.

3 Days Per Week

Monday to Friday

20 Training Sessions

2 Evening Sessions with Owner

$290 per week

Perfect for puppies needing extra reinforcement and consistent training throughout the week.
Offers faster progress in socialization, obedience, and confidence-building.

5 Days Per Week

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Requirements:

1/2 Day Daycare Evaluation: Must be completed by April 17th to be accepted into the program.
We accept dogs of all ages. Puppies must be over 12 weeks and on a vaccination program.
Puppies or shelter dogs must have been in the home for at least two weeks before attending daycare.
All dogs over the age of 8 months must be spayed or neutered.
All dogs require up-to-date vaccinations for rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella. Proof of vaccination is required.

Schedule

By Wednesday, July 2nd – Half-Day Daycare Evaluation for new customers must be completed to enroll
Monday, July 7th | 9:00 AM: Classes Begin
Wednesday, July 9th | 6:00 PM: Evening Training Session with Canine Academy Group & Owners
Thursday, July 10th | 6:00 PM: Evening Training Session with Puppy Academy Group & Owners
Wednesday, July 23rd | 6:00 PM: Evening Training Session with Canine Academy Group & Owners
Thursday, July 24th | 6:00 PM: Evening Training Session with Puppy Academy Group & Owners
Friday, July 25th | Graduation

Monday, Wednesday, Friday Hours:

Drop Off Between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM
Pick-up Between 3:30 PM and 6:00 PM

Required Half-Day Daycare Evaluation

Before being accepted into the program, each dog must complete a half-day daycare evaluation to ensure your pup fits our pack environment well. This must be completed no later than the Friday before the start of classes to be eligible for class the following Monday.

As part of the evaluation, we screen for the following:

Temperament and Sociability: To ensure your dog can comfortably and safely interact with other dogs in a group setting.
Behavioral Traits: We assess for signs of aggression, excessive fear, or other behaviors that may impact the daycare or boarding environment.
Anxiety Levels: Dogs with high anxiety may struggle in group settings, so we evaluate how your pup adapts to being in our care.
Energy Level and Play Style: This helps us match your dog with appropriate companions and provide the right kind of play and rest balance.
Compatibility with Pack Setting: We observe your pup’s comfort level in a structured, pack-based daycare and boarding environment.
Destructive Behaviors: Our intake form asks about destructive tendencies. Dogs who exhibit these behaviors may not be a good fit. Please note that our policy includes charging for any damages to our boarding suites, as maintaining a clean, safe space is essential for all guests.

Following the evaluation, you’ll receive a detailed report within 24 hours, outlining our observations, recommendations, and whether your dog is ready to join the program.

Program Highlights

Full-Day Daycare + Training: Your pup enjoys supervised play and enrichment while participating in structured training sessions.
Small-Group & 1:1 Training During Daycare Hours: Training seamlessly integrates into your pup’s daycare day, allowing them to learn in a familiar, engaging environment. Sessions include small group learning and individualized 1:1 training with our expert trainers.
Owner Training & Support: Includes two 1-hour evening sessions with owners to review progress, teach reinforcement techniques, and provide customized feedback—ensuring training success continues at home.
Goal-Oriented & Personalized: Core obedience training is integrated with a customized approach to address your pup’s unique needs and behavioral goals.

Training Method: Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA)

The Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) training method prioritizes positive reinforcement and humane, science-based techniques while respecting a dog’s natural communication and emotional well-being.

Values:

Dog-Centered Learning Approach: Tailoring training to the individual dog’s needs, temperament, and natural communication style.
Understanding & Respecting Dog Communication: Interpreting and responding to a dog’s body language and signals to create a stress-free learning environment.
Building Confidence & Engagement: Encouraging confidence-building exercises that strengthen the dog-handler relationship through positive reinforcement.
Consistency & Structure: Creating clear expectations and structured training plans to support reliable, lasting behavioral outcomes.
Owner Education & Involvement: Ensuring owners understand dog communication and are equipped with the tools to reinforce training effectively at home.