At Summit Veterinary Care in Bristow, VA, we’re passionate about helping pets live their happiest, healthiest lives—and that includes good manners! That’s why we’re proud to partner with Wonderdog Training to offer puppy group classes and adult dog manners classes right here at the clinic.

Training isn’t just about teaching your dog to sit or stay. It’s about building a strong bond, improving communication, and making daily life easier and more enjoyable for both you and your pet.

Why Group Training Works

Socialization: Dogs are social creatures, and group classes give them the opportunity to meet other dogs in a controlled, positive environment. Proper socialization is especially important for puppies, helping them grow into confident, well-adjusted adult dogs.

Consistency: Training in a class setting reinforces important commands and behaviors. Group classes allow dogs to learn in a structured environment under the guidance of professional trainers.

Support for Owners: Learning to train a dog isn’t always intuitive. Group classes give you hands-on instruction, helpful tips, and feedback so you can feel confident managing your dog at home.

Fun and Engaging: Classes are interactive and enjoyable for both dogs and owners. They provide a safe space to practice new skills and celebrate progress together.

Puppy Group Classes

Wonderpuppy Pre-K is designed for puppies 9-16 weeks old. These sessions focus on:

• Positive socialization with other puppies and people
  
• Basic obedience commands like sit, stay, and come
  
• Advice on potty training and puppy biting
  
• Enrichment activities and confidence building activities

Starting your puppy in a group class early helps prevent behavior issues down the road and sets the stage for a lifelong love of learning.

Adult Dog Manners Classes

It’s never too late to start training! Wonderdog Manners classes focus on:

• Improving leash walking skills
  
• Socialization with other adult dogs (and pet owners!)
  
• Learning and reinforcing commands like sit, stay, leave it, come, and settle
  
• Strengthening the bond between you and your dog
  

Adult dogs benefit from structured socialization, mental stimulation, and positive reinforcement, all within a friendly, supportive group environment.

Why Choose Summit Veterinary Care + Wonderdog Training

Wonderdog Training allows us to combine veterinary expertise with professional dog training. You get the best of both worlds:

• An expert trainer guiding your sessions
  
• Convenient, on-site classes at our Bristow clinic
  
• A focus on fear-free, positive reinforcement methods
  

Whether your dog is a rambunctious puppy or an adult needing some manners polish, our classes are designed to be engaging, effective, and fun for everyone.

How to Sign Up

Ready to give your dog the gift of training? Visit Wonderdog’s website to register today! Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait—help your dog learn, grow, and thrive today!