Cocoa is a delightful medium golden doodle with a stunning chocolate coat accented by charming white markings on her chest and paws. Having completed 16 weeks of training, she is not only well-behaved but also full of energy and curiosity. Cocoa's sweet and vibrant personality shines through in her love for exploring the world around her. She is very smart and goal driven. Cocoa loves a task and is willing to work for her people. She is great with all people big and small!! Cocoa thrives on new adventures, eagerly engaging with both humans and other animals, showcasing her friendly and sociable nature. Cocoa enjoys playtime and is particularly fond of interacting with creatures of all kinds, whether they have two legs or four. While she is independent and loves to explore, she also appreciates her downtime, often finding comfort and relaxation in her crate. Overall, Cocoa is a wonderful companion, ready to bring joy and excitement to any household!

Here are Her Criteria goals she has accomplished in her 16 weeks of training:
Completion of AKC's Canine Good Citizen Certification! Puppy will not be sent home until they have a passing score and their paperwork has been filed!


Sleeping through the night in their crate for 8 or more hours

Potty accidents are rare, less than 1 per week for their last 2 weeks.

Comfortable in a variety of social settings

Walks confidently and calmly on leash and heels when asked

Stands and stays for regular grooming procedures

Greets new people by sitting politely

Responds to all cues in new places around minimal distractions

Complete car manners- paws up, calm for the ride, and wait when door is opened.

Puppy is comfortable left alone during the day in their crate for 4-5 hours.


POTTY AND CRATE TRAINING

Advanced potty training - Puppy will be able to hold it for up to 7 hours day or night in crate

Advanced crate training - Puppy will sleep through the night in crate or relax during the day

Will know "kennel" command and will enter from a distance


OBEDIENCE & HOUSE MANNERS


Stair training

Know "off" command - lessens jumping

Know "no" command - lessens nipping and utilize for correction

Know "sit", "down","stay"and "come" - can hold each command for 30 seconds

On-leash walking - will not pull on leash

Off-leash walking - will stay close to owner even when off-leash

Know "kennel"place command - will go to kennel from a distance (can be used to "place")


CUES: (medium level distractions)


Name- Puppy knows and responds to his name.

Positive Interrupter- Puppy responds quickly to direction

Sit- Puppy understands hand signal and verbal cue.

Down- Puppy understands hand signal and verbal cue.

Heel- Puppy understands heel position and can maintain it for about 5-10 minutes

Kennel- Puppy walks into his kennel on cue while you are three feet away, waits patiently and quietly to be released from the kennel

Stay- At least 4 ft away for up to three minutes.

Leave it- Puppy understands to leave food or object.

Come- Puppy responds quickly and happily when asked to come

Drop it- Puppy releases items from his/her mouth when asked

Wait- Puppy stops at doorway until released

Paws Up- Puppy puts two front paws up on car or object when asked

Go Say Hi- Puppy walks up to a person and sits politely for petting

Free or Ok- release word


Aiming for puppy to meet at least 80% of these goals by their graduation with an 80% reliability for:

Sit

Stay

Down (lay down)

Kennel

Recall



SOCIALIZATION

80% completion of JLDD's 80-point socialization checklist

Guidance through puppy's "fear period" - puppy will not make negative associations with potential fear factors

Guidance through puppy's first teething period - puppy will learn what to chew on besides its owners!

Individual socialization time in public

Exclusive socialization excursions (schools, horse farms, pools, etc.)

Increased patience with other dogs, humans, etc.

Pack order mentality - assists puppy with knowing it's place in its home and lessens dominant tendencies


GO-HOME ITEMS

Health records

Health guarantee and contract

Full Puppy Training Essential Package