$1,100 $900
6 sessions · or 12 sessions: $2,000 (+ 2 in-home privates)
The structured day program for fully vaccinated puppies ready to take on the city. Supervised play groups, settling hours, and real-world socialization that builds confidence during the critical adolescent window.
Program Details
Your puppy’s day is intentionally structured — every hour has a purpose, from arrival to pickup.
Choose 6 sessions ($900) or 12 sessions ($2,000 + 2 in-home privates).
Controlled play groups matched by temperament for safe, productive socialization.
Structured settling and enrichment hours teach puppies to self-regulate and relax.
Every session is led by CPDT-KA certified professionals. Always supervised.
Everything You Get
A complete developmental program — not just supervised playtime.
Structured, trainer-led play sessions where puppies learn appropriate social skills with other dogs.
Dedicated periods that teach puppies to self-regulate, relax on cue, and build patience.
Guided exposure to different dogs, people, and environments to build confidence during the critical adolescent phase.
Every session is led by certified professional dog trainers using science-backed, positive reinforcement methods.
The 12-session package includes 2 in-home private training sessions to reinforce skills in your home environment.
Specifically designed for the 18–26 week window when puppies push boundaries and need structured guidance the most.
Is This Right for You?
Kindergarten is designed for a specific stage. Here’s how to know if it’s the right fit.
Your Adventure Team
The trainers who lead every off-leash adventure. Real photos, real team members.
Clients describe James as “incredibly knowledgeable, warm, and non-judgmental.” He oversees all PrimePaw programs and is known for his generosity with time and helpful guidance.
Called “a natural dog whisperer” by clients, Dom runs consultations, puppy socials, and day school sessions. Known for being extremely professional and tailoring plans to each family.
Steve works across Kindergarten, Daycare, and Adolescent Academy — one of PrimePaw’s most versatile team members. Clients have worked with him for years and praise the team’s attentiveness.
Both packages include the same structured program. The 12-session package adds in-home support.
From first call to confident graduate — a clear path with no surprises.
15-minute temperament evaluation (in person or video) to confirm Kindergarten is the right fit.
A half-day intro session: gradual introductions, settling practice, and baseline evaluation.
Regular full-day sessions with structured play, training, socialization walks, and rest.
Written progress report and personalized recommendations for continued development.
Real Client Stories
Hear from guardians who enrolled their puppies in PrimePaw’s programs.
Adopted from SF SPCA at 12 weeks
Newly adopted SPCA puppy at 12 weeks — untrained and adjusting to a new home.
Within a very short time: sitting, lying down, settling beautifully, and walking nicely on leash.
“I adopted Chocolate from the SPCA when he was 12 weeks old. The following week, I started him at Prime Paw puppy school and, within a very short time, he was sitting, lying down, settling beautifully, walking nicely on leash. A very positive experience!”
Started at 10 weeks old
A nervous 10-week-old puppy who needed confidence and socialization.
Quickly became socialized through day school and socials. The family built training confidence through group classes and the Adolescent Academy.
“Give Primepaw a try! Our nervous 10-week-old puppy Rita quickly became socialized after joining puppy day school and socials. The Puppy’s First Steps group class was fantastic for building our own training confidence. The Adolescent Academy with Steph, Rosa, and Joanne was also outstanding!”
Real photos from our San Francisco facility and socialization walks.
Kindergarten Reviews
From real PrimePaw Kindergarten guardians on Google and Yelp.
Puppy Programs · Bernedoodle
“I am so glad Prime Paw is here! I’ve had dogs before but never a puppy, so this was a whole new and overwhelming experience for me. Prime Paw made this stressful experience so much easier. Puppy Day School helped so much — highly recommend to first-time puppy owners!”
Puppy Programs
“Prime Paw has been an invaluable resource in my dog’s journey from anxious puppy to confident adolescent. The socials and group classes are a blast for our pup and a great crash course in parenting for my partner and me. Everyone at Prime Paw clearly loves what they do!”
Puppy Programs
“We love PrimePaw! Puppy preschool was the best decision. Our little man learned all basic commands and the Google Classroom they share with you was incredibly helpful for continuing training at home. Dill loved going every single day!”
Puppy Programs
“My wife and I met Dominic at a puppy social at PetFood Express. After chatting with him about PrimePaw, we decided to send our puppy there for Puppy Pre-School, as the pickup/drop off times lined up with our work schedule. Our puppy loved going and learned a lot over the sessions.”
Puppy Programs
“This is our first puppy and we have been both excited and anxious about the entire process. Once we found Prime Paw that anxiety melted away and gave way to pure joy of raising a puppy. Maddie absolutely LOVES going there!”
Puppy Programs
Common Questions
Everything you need to know before enrolling.
Puppies must be fully vaccinated to attend Kindergarten. This means completing their DHPP series (3 rounds), Bordetella, and Rabies (after 16 weeks). We’ll review your pup’s records during the free assessment. If your puppy is still finishing their series, our Puppy First Steps program is designed for partially vaccinated puppies in a controlled environment.
Kindergarten is $900 for 6 sessions (was $1,100) or $2,000 for 12 sessions which also includes 2 in-home private training sessions. Your free assessment is included at no extra cost.
Daycare is supervised free play with larger groups (up to 15 dogs). Kindergarten is a structured educational program with groups of 6, a daily curriculum, city socialization walks, settling exercises, and bi-weekly guardian coaching. If your puppy is between 18–26 weeks, Kindergarten will give them dramatically better developmental outcomes than daycare alone.
Just your puppy on a flat collar or harness with a standard leash, and their vaccination records if you haven’t sent them already. We provide food (or you can bring your own), water, treats, crates, and all training equipment. We’ll send a detailed checklist after your assessment.
Each Kindergarten session includes supervised controlled play groups, settling and enrichment hours, and socialization with other dogs. The 12-session package also includes 2 in-home private training sessions so your trainer can help reinforce skills in your home environment.
Many Kindergarten graduates continue their development with our Adolescent Academy or Group Classes. Our team will recommend the best next step based on your puppy’s progress. Contact us for details on continuation options.
For details on our cancellation and rescheduling policy, please ask during your free consultation or contact us at (628) 222-5932 or info@primepaw.com. We’re happy to walk you through everything before you commit.
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