Houston’s Original Puppy Experts
puppy training
Everything your puppy needs to grow into a confident, well-mannered companion - backed by science, experience, and a whole lot of heart.
GIVE YOUR DOG THE BEST START
Why Early Puppy Training Matters
Our founder, Stephanie Bennett—guided by her mentor, Dr. Ian Dunbar—created Houston’s first all-encompassing puppy program in 2008, and Believe in Dog has been leading the way ever since.
We believe early puppy training isn’t just helpful; it’s essential. The first few months of a puppy’s life are a critical window for learning, shaping behavior, and preventing future issues.
Just like a vaccine protects against illness, thoughtful early socialization protects against fear, anxiety, and reactivity down the road.
According to the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB), “the primary and most important time for puppy socialization is the first three months of life.”
During this time, puppies should be safely and positively exposed to a wide variety of people, animals, stimuli, and environments—experiences that help shape who they’ll become.
By safely introducing your puppy to new people, dogs, sounds, and environments, we help build the foundation for a confident, well-adjusted adult dog.
FIND THE PERFECT TRAINING
puppy trainings
OUR SIGNATURE PROGRAM!
for puppies 8 weeks to 6 months
puppy day school
An all day drop off training program developed especially for puppies, and like nothing found anywhere else.
Puppies spend the entire day with our highly trained, certified puppy experts, learning, socializing, and playing.
for puppies 8-20 weeks
puppy class part 1
The cutest and most important group class you’ll ever take with your puppy! This class incorporates training sessions and games with off-leash socialization and play.
We meet once a week for 6 weeks and cover basic manners & life skills.
puppy class part 2
A group class that is essential to help you through adolescence! PCP2 is filled with training sessions, games, and intermittent off-leash socialization.
We meet once a week for 6 weeks and take basic manners & life skills to the next level.
PRIVATE PUPPY TRAINING
private lessons
Prefer a more personalized approach? Our private lessons are tailored to your puppy’s specific needs, goals, and personality.
Whether you’re dealing with early challenges, working on specific behaviors, or just want a flexible schedule, our certified trainers will meet you virtually, in your home (by request), or at our state-of-the-art training center.
Believe In Dog is a wonderful resource for puppy owners, whether you’re experienced with dogs or not. The people are really compassionate and caring, and I’m very happy to have chosen them.
I started with the Puppy 1 class, then went on to Puppy 2, and also Puppy Day School. The progress with my pup is undeniable, and although she’s got a great temperament to begin with, the work she’s done with Believe in Dog really took things to the next level with her.
I’ve been telling everyone I know to do puppy classes here because it’s so fun and informative.
- SARAH -
FOR PUPPIES UNDER 6 MONTHS OLD
vaccination requirements
2 rounds of Distemper & Parvo
Negative fecal
WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!
get in touch
Have a question about our programs or wondering where to start? Just reach out—we’re here to help.