Behavior Buddies Bridgewater Dog Training Options:

Group Classes
We offer a variety of group classes. Please see our schedule below for upcoming classes. Group classes are a great experience for all dogs and owners, as our trainer will teach you how to train your dog effectively using proper reinforcement techniques. Class is a great way for your dog to learn new behaviors and practice them around distractions. Our classes are limited to 5 dogs, so there is plenty of time for questions and one-on-one help if needed. We encourage everyone involved in your dog’s training to join us during class.

Private Dog Training
Private Training is specifically designed for one-on-one training with your family and our trainer. Training can be held in your own home, at Camp Bow Wow, or wherever your dog is experiencing problems. Private Training may be subject to a consultation in which our trainer will evaluate your needs and create a training plan. This option can be utilized to brush up on your pup’s basic obedience, develop household manners, implement a training plan for your new dog or puppy, or solve behavior problems (including aggression and/or fear), and more. This program is perfect for any dog or family seeking individual attention.

Play & Train
Does your dog already come to Camp to play? If so, you may want to take advantage of our Play & Train services! During Play & Train, not only will your dog participate in their regular playtime with his/her pals, but will also receive one-on-one training sessions during the day. Play & Train is specifically designed to work on basic obedience skills, such as sit, down, come, stay, drop it, leave it, place, etc.
Play & Train includes three 10-minute sessions throughout the day. Short, multiple training sessions help keep your dog focused and will avoid boredom or frustration. Play & Train sessions may be subject to a Pick-up Meeting (approximately 15 minutes long) with our trainer to discuss your dog’s progress, as well as suggestions on what to work on at home.

Board & Train
Does your dog already come to Camp to stay? If so, you may want to take advantage of our Board & Train services! During Board & Train, not only will your dog receive their regular playtimes, meals, and naps, but they will also receive one-on-one training sessions during the day. Board & Train is specifically designed to work on basic obedience skills, such as sit, down, come, stay, drop it, leave it, place, etc. Why not brush up your dog’s skills while you’re away?
It is up to your discretion as to how many days you’d like your dog to train with us. Board & Train includes three 10-minute sessions per day. Short, multiple training sessions help keep your dog focused and will avoid boredom or frustration. Board & Train sessions are subject to a Pick-Up Meeting (approximately 15 minutes long) with our trainer to discuss your dog’s progress, as well as suggestions on what to work on at home.

Group Class Schedule

-All group classes are held at Camp Bow Wow in Bridgewater, NJ.
-To sign up for our group classes, please give us a call at Camp Bow Wow at 732-805-0888. Class size is limited so please call early to book your spot!
*Please note: There will be no refunds for group classes unless we are given notice at least one week before class start date.

Puppy Obedience - $149 for 6 weeks

New classes starting soon! Contact us for more info!

Our Behavior Buddies Puppy Obedience course is a 6 week program designed to teach your new puppy basic commands and manners. Puppy Obedience is a great way to socialize your puppy while teaching him/her the essentials to becoming an all-star adult dog. During this program your puppy will learn sit, down, come, stay, loose leash walking, leave it, drop it and more. There will also be time for puppies to socialize at the end of each class. In addition to learning new commands, we will answer puppy-related questions regarding crate training, housebreaking, nipping, chewing, etc.. Camp Bow Wow highly recommends Puppy Obedience for all puppies as it's a great start to happy, well-trained dog!

Puppy Obedience is limited to 4 puppies. All puppies between 8 weeks and 5 months are welcome. Puppies must be current on all age appropriate vaccinations as well as Bordetella (see requirements below).

Basic Obedience I - $149 for 6 weeks

New classes starting soon! Contact us for more info!

Our Behavior Buddies Basic Obedience I course is a 6 week program designed to teach your dog basic commands and polite doggie manners. We will cover the fundamentals such as sit, down, come, loose leash walking, leave it, drop it, and more. This class is perfect for dogs who have not taken any training courses or for any dog that needs some brushing up on their obedience.

Basic Obedience I is limited to 4 dogs. Dogs must be at least 5 months of age, non-aggressive towards other dogs or people, and up to date on vaccinations (see requirements below). If your dog barks or lunges at other dogs or people, you may need some private training before taking this class.

Basic Obedience II - $149 for 6 weeks

New classes starting soon! Contact us for more info!

Our Behavior Buddies Basic Obedience II course is a 6 week program designed to teach your dog the next level of basic commands and manners. We will introduce new commands, like place, heel, and stand, as well as work more intensely on the commands taught in our Basic Obedience I course. We will begin to add distance, duration and distractions to the commands your dog already knows.

In order to register for Basic Obedience II, your dog must have completed our Basic Obedience I course or an equivalent training class at another facility. Basic Obedience II is limited to 4 dogs. Dogs must be at least 5 months of age, non-aggressive towards other dogs or people, and up to date on vaccinations (see requirements below). If your dog barks or lunges at other dogs or people, you may need some private training before taking this class.

Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep and Test - $169 for 6 weeks, includes testing

New classes starting soon! Contact us for more info!

Our Behavior Buddies Canine Good Citizen Prep course is taught by our AKC CGC certified trainer and will prepare you and you dog for CGC certification. The class will run for 7 weeks, with the last class dedicated to obtaining your dog's CGC Certification. This class will cover all training needed in preparation for the CGC test includingaccepting a friendly stranger, sitting politely for petting, appearance and grooming, walking on a loose lead, walking through a crowd, sit and down on command, staying in place, coming when called, reaction to another dog, reaction to a distraction, and supervised separation. Please note that Canine Good Citizen certification does not make your dog a certified therapy dog. However, it is a great start in preparing for therapy dog certification. 

In order to register for Canine Good Citizen, your dog must have completed our Basic Obedience I course or an equivalent training class at another facility. CGC class is limited to 4 dogs. Dogs must be at least 5 months of age, non-aggressive towards other dogs or people, and up to date on vaccinations (see requirements below). If you dog barks or lunges at other dogs or people, you may need some private training before taking this class.

For more information on Canine Good Citizen Certification, please visit http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/training_testing.cfm. 

If you feel like your dog doesn't need the Prep course and is ready to take the CGC test, please contact our trainer to schedule a test date.

Puppy Socialization and Exploration - $10 per session, FREE for the months of April!

Sessions every Saturday from 8:45am - 9:45am; a reservation is required to ensure your place.

Drop your puppy off at Camp Bow Wow for a fun-filled session of Puppy Socialization and Exploration! Socialization is such an important part of your puppy's development. Getting your puppy out and about in the world allows him to develop important social skills and confidence. Our Bow Wow Behavior Buddies Puppy Socialization and Exploration is an hour long session with other puppies that allows your new companion to gain social skills with dogs and people, as well as exposure to new sights, sounds, and objects. During each session, puppies will have free puppy playtime supervised by our trainer. Our trainer will also introduce your puppy to new objects, smells, and sounds like vacuum cleaners, bicycles, garbage cans, etc. This will allow your dog to explore real-world distractions in a controlled environment.

Puppy Socialization and Exploration is limited to 8 puppies. Your puppy must be 4 months of age or younger and current on vaccinations (see requirements below). Please contact us to make a reservation.

Vaccination Requirements for All Dogs

• Up to date on Rabies
• Up to date on Distemper
• Bordetella vaccination within last 6 months (Exception - These two brands will be valid if within last 12 months: Intratract 3 intranasal Bordetella by Schering-Plough or Bronchicine injectable Bordetella by Pfizer)
• For adult dogs, Bordetella must be given at least 7 days before class start date. For puppies, Bordetella must be given at least 14 days before class start date.

If you are interested in any of our training services, or have any questions, please let us know.

Contact us at 732-805-0888 or email our trainer at cbwdogtraining@gmail.com

All dogs must be current on vaccinations to participate in training at Camp Bow Wow. Please call for details. Camp Bow Wow vaccination requirements may differ from your veterinarian and some vaccines are subject to waiting periods.