Pacifica Pet Hospital

	Although we no longer offer puppy socials, it's still important to socialize your dog! Check out the list of Bay area Puppy Socials below. Please note: All puppy socials require that you bring proof of vaccination and a pup that is healthy & not showing any signs of illness. All playgroups & socials are trainer-supervised. SUNDAY 12:30 PM: SF SPCA – 243 Alabama St. (cross street 16^th), San Francisco $15 per pup NO PRE-REGISTRATION NECESSARY – click on dog training, then classes on website www.sfspca.org - check dates in case playgroup cancelled due to holidays, etc… MONDAY 7:00 PM: THE REX CENTER – 1040 Palmetto Avenue, Pacifica $10 per pup RSVP REQUIRED PRIOR TO FIRST VISIT! Call 650-738-TREX or E-mail: info@therexcenter.com www.therexcenter.com TUESDAY (1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month) 6:15 PM: PENINSULA HUMANE SOCIETY - 12 Airport Blvd., San Mateo $12 per class or $60 for 6 classes Call FOR registration INFORMATION: 650-340-7022 x667 www.peninsulahumanesociety.org/services/behavior.html WEDNESDAY 5:00 PM: *JEFFEREY’S NATURAL PET FOODS* - 1841 Powell, SF through *SMARTY PUP! $15 per pup MUST PRE-REGISTER PRIOR TO FIRST VISIT! Go to www.smartypup.com click on “schedules” THURSDAY* 7:30 PM: SF PUPPY PREP – Please visit www.sfpuppyprep.com and click on “Socials” for more information on time and location FRIDAY 7:30 PM: SF PUPPY PREP - 251 6^th Street in San Fran between Howard and Folsom $15 per pup (unless SF Puppy Prep member) NO PRE-REGISTRATION NECESSARY – But please read info on socials on website prior to first visit www.sfpuppyprep.com (and click on “Socials”) SATURDAY *10:00 AM: THE REX CENTER* – 1040 Palmetto Avenue, Pacifica $10 per pup RSVP REQUIRED PRIOR TO FIRST VISIT! Call 650-738-TREX or E-mail: info@therexcenter.com www.therexcenter.com
What is a Puppy Social? Puppy Socials are hour-long play sessions where puppies get to play with other puppies offleash in a supervised setting.
Why should my puppy attend a Puppy or Adolescent Social? Puppies who get to play with lots of different pups during their early months learn how to communicate better with other dogs, learn confidence around other dogs, and are much more well-adjusted as adults. Just playing with the other dog in your house or the neighbor's dog isn't adequate - your pup needs to learn to be comfortable around strange dogs too! Similar to people, dogs have different communication styles, and the more "dog" your puppy understands the less likely there is to be a misunderstanding between your pup and another. Supervision is important when puppies play too! This is so the shy pups don't get bullied and become fearful, and the bullies learn how to work and play well with others. Also, at this age your puppy is learning how to use his or her jaws. We want them to learn how to inhibit their bites so that their teeth don't damage other dogs or people when they're adults. Any dog could bite if scared or hurt enough - even the most even-tempered! Simply telling them "NO" when they bite won't teach them anything about jaw pressure. Playing with other puppies and giving them feedback when they bite YOU does. See our handout on Bite Inhibition for more information.
What should I bring to the Social or Playgroup? Bring your dog or puppy, some treats, and the most recent copy of your dog's vaccinations records. For the safety of all our dog clients, no dogs will be allowed in without proof of vaccination. You can also view our Puppy Social handout for more information on what to bring, what to expect, and puppy social rules.