Teen Tails Program

Navigate Adolescence. Build Lasting Skills. Master the Chaos.

Welcome to the teenage years—the most challenging and rewarding phase of your dog's development!

Our Teen Tails Program is specifically designed for adolescent dogs (5-24 months) who are experiencing hormonal changes, testing boundaries, and seemingly "forgetting" everything they once knew.

This dynamic year-long journey provides the structure, guidance, and ongoing support you need to navigate the adolescent phase successfully and emerge with a confident, well-mannered adult dog.

Spring registration is now open. Fall registration will open July 15, 2026

Ready to conquer the teenage years?

Spring intake starts Mar 28, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Yes I am ready!

Investment $2500

Adolescent Challenges We Solve

The teenage phase brings unique behavioural challenges. Our program tackles them head-on with proven strategies designed specifically for adolescent dogs.

Shaky to Solid Response

Build rock-solid skills that weren't practiced enough during puppyhood. Watch your dog go from "maybe I'll listen" to reliably following cues even when exciting distractions are everywhere!

Lunging to Calm

Stop the sudden lunging, barking, and pulling toward other dogs, people, or scary things that make walks a nightmare. Transform explosive meltdowns into calm, cool walks where your dog stays relaxed no matter what passes by.

Wild to Thoughtful

Teach your wild teenager to stop and think before leaping into action! Build the superpower of self-control around guests, distractions, and exciting situations instead of acting like a tornado.

Pushy to Respectful

End the constant rule-breaking, furniture jumping, and "pay attention to ME NOW" demands. Create a respectful partnership where your dog understands house rules and actually follows them without constant battles.

Awkward to Appropriate

Navigate the awkward teenage phase where your dog suddenly forgets how to greet and play nicely with other dogs. Build polite, confident social skills that make dog interactions fun and safe for everyone.

Worried to Confident

Handle those moments where your once-brave dog suddenly freaks out over familiar things or develops brand new worries. Rebuild confidence so your dog faces the world without fear holding them back.

Restless to Settled

Channel that never-ending teenage energy into activities that satisfy natural instincts like sniffing, exploring, and problem-solving! Transform the constant zooming, pacing, and restlessness into a dog who knows how to chill when it's time to relax.

Distracted to Engaged

Build laser-focus even when squirrels, other dogs, and a million exciting things are screaming for attention. Develop a dog who can tune into you when it really matters, not just when nothing interesting is happening.

Destructive to Calm

Stop the return of chewing, digging, and counter surfing that happens when teenage dogs are bored or stressed. Create healthy outlets and smart strategies that result in a calm dog who respects your stuff and your home.

Are you ready to transform the teenage chaos?

Yes, I want in!

Why This Program Works for Teenagers

Adolescent dogs need a different approach than puppies and adults . Our program is specifically designed for their unique developmental stage.

Brain-Based Training

Understanding the teenage brain.

We work with your dog's developing brain, not against it, using strategies that account for hormonal changes and the remodeling happening in their adolescent mind.

High-Value Engagement

Making training irresistible.

Adolescent dogs need extra motivation. Our game-based approach keeps training fun, rewarding, and more appealing than the distractions competing for their attention.

Structure Meets Freedom

The perfect balance.

Teenagers need boundaries and rules, but also appropriate outlets for their independence, natural urges, and energy. We help you find the sweet spot that prevents rebellion while building maturity.

Real-World Reliability

Training that sticks.

We proof behaviours in challenging environments with real distractions, building skills that work when you need them most—not just in the living room.

Limited spaces available! Start your journey today.

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The Year-Long Journey

Foundation Reset

We begin with 5 focused live sessions designed to rebuild core skills that may have deteriorated during early adolescence. These sessions re-establish engagement, impulse control, and basic obedience through high-value reinforcement strategies specifically designed for teenage brains.

Sessions: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Mar 28, Apr 4, 18, 25, May 2

Location details will be provided to registered participants.

Real-World Adventures

Weekly group outings provide critical socialization and training in diverse, distracting environments. These adventures help your adolescent dog practice impulse control around other dogs, build confidence with environmental challenges, and develop reliable behaviours where it matters most—continuing through summer and early autumn.

Dates, times and locations of these outings will vary weekly and be provided to registered participants.

Advanced Skills & Enrichment

As weather shifts, we transition to weekly virtual sessions from home. This phase focuses on advanced training like distance work, duration behaviours, and complex problem-solving activities. We introduce enrichment games such as scent detection and trick training that channel adolescent energy productively, with flexible outdoor ventures when weather permits.

Dates and times of these virtual sessions may vary weekly and will be provided to registered participants. Recordings will be available.

Maturity & Mastery

With spring's return, we resume outdoor adventures to reinforce and expand all skills learned. The program concludes with 5 final live sessions to consolidate progress, address any remaining challenges, and prepare you both for a successful transition into adulthood with tools to maintain your bond for life.

Sessions: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb 27, 2027, Mar 6, Mar 13. Mar 20, Mar 27

Location details will be provided to registered participants.

Adolescence is temporary—but the skills and bond you build during this phase will last a lifetime.

⚠️ Only 6 Spots Available

Ready to Navigate Adolescence Together?

Don't struggle through the teenage years alone. Join our Teen Tails Program and emerge with a confident, well-mannered adult dog. Small group sizes ensure personalized attention for your unique challenges.

Yes I want in!

Additional Training Options

We also offer traditional group training classes, private one-on-one sessions, and specialized behaviour modification programs tailored to your dog's specific needs. Check out the details.

The Teen Tails Program is our recommended approach for successfully navigating the adolescent phase!

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What Our Clients Are Saying

"Shelly was amazing! She taught us basic games, boundaries and all the tools we need to be successful on walks! I highly recommend Pooch Partners."

-Ashley Browne

"Absolutely amazing! We learned so much and Moose is now a different dog! He understands boundaries, and has manners! Would definitely recommend."

-Candice Mikkelsen

"Shelley is very thorough and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend Pooch Partners for anyone looking for personal training for their dog or group classes."

-Alana Tkachenko-Shultz