the wonder way

We are puppy specialists, clicker trainers, behavior nerds, teachers, coaches and problem solvers. Dog people. And people people—but especially dog-people people. Together, we’re a full-service puppy parenting center based in Portland, Oregon.

We have all the ingredients you need to raise a wonderful puppy—training expertise; a stellar class lineup; tools and treats; and a safe, supportive learning environment. Our proven recipe combines reward-based clicker training; critical early socialization; boundary management; and a fun, focused, holistic approach.

We love what we do, and we can’t wait to meet you and your puppy. Let’s start making the positive training magic happen!

Acclaimed dog trainer and puppy expert Casey Newton started Wonder Puppy with the aim of making puppyhood easy and fun. Key to her vision: sharing the joy and benefits of clicker training, early socialization, play skills and smart management.

Fast forward more than a decade and tens of thousands of happy graduates. Casey’s aspirations and dedication to helping puppies and their people lead their best lives continue to propel the Wonder Puppy team skyward today.

video

Here’s an example of our basic training approach to recall. This how-to won a 2011 ADPT/Association of Professional Dog Trainers NewTrix Video Contest national award!

values

compassion x connection x communication x results x fUn

These position statements by AVSAB/American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior reflect our core beliefs about puppy socialization and training.