Puppy Socialization Packages

One-on-one enrichment, confidence building, and Fear Free visits and outings — structured to support your puppy’s development during the most important stages.

How it works

Your puppy will be scheduled for visits a minimum of 3 days per week, with at least one outing included each week. Outings may include trips to pet-friendly stores, parks, neighborhoods, or other real-world environments designed to gently build confidence.

While individual sessions are available for $65 each and can be a helpful starting point, the full 3–5 day per week program is strongly recommended—especially for puppies in the 8–16 week imprinting window. Consistent, early socialization builds emotional resilience and helps prevent common behavior issues later on.

I’ll work with you to find a plan that fits your puppy’s developmental needs and your family’s schedule.

Contact me to discuss a custom plan.

Early Start Program (8–16 weeks)

For puppies who begin during the critical imprinting window. Includes foundational social experiences, gentle exposure, and daily confidence-building

  • 3 Days/Week —
    $275

  • 4 Days/Week —
    $350

  • 5 Days/Week —
    $425

Clients who begin during this window retain early pricing as their puppy grows.

Ongoing Socialization (17+ weeks)

For older puppies just getting started or catching up. Includes enrichment, exposure work, and confidence-building with extra support as needed.

  • 3 Days/Week —
    $325

  • 4 Days/Week —
    $400

  • 5 Days/Week —
    $475

These rates reflect the increased time and care often needed when socialization is introduced later.

Additional Notes

The program is flexible and will be adjusted to meet your puppy’s individual needs. For example, some weeks may include two outings instead of one, or substitute an outing for a home session if appropriate. The goal of each session is to avoid any signs of fear, anxiety, or stress and to ensure your puppy has a positive, confidence-building experience.

  • Short supplemental visits may be available on days when your puppy will be home for an extended period, such as when the family is out of the house for long hours. These can be added based on availability.

  • Weekly check-ins and progress updates are included.

When working with young puppies socialization outing sessions should typically last 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the puppy's age, temperament, and experience level. Here's a breakdown:

  • 8–10 weeks old: 20–30 minutes is often plenty, especially for outings, as puppies at this age fatigue easily and are in a sensitive fear period.

  • 10–16 weeks old: 30–45 minutes can be ideal. Puppies are more resilient but still require calm, positive exposure without being overwhelmed.

  • 4–6 months: Up to 60 minutes is generally appropriate, especially if the session involves a mix of stimulation and downtime.

Sessions are always positive and observed for signs of fear anxiety or stress . It is better to have a short, positive session than a long, overwhelming one.

Serving Short Pump, VA and western Henrico County. Travel is included within 10 miles.
A travel fee of $1.25 per additional mile (round trip) applies beyond that.

Please fill out the Contact Us form or send an email or text for more information. I look forward to hearing from you!