PUPPY SOCIALIZATION & EARLY DEVELOPMENT
The foundation your puppy needs to grow into a confident, well-balanced adult dog. Built through proper exposure, safe structure, and calm guidance.
WHY EARLY STRUCTURE SETS THE TONE FOR LIFE
Our socialization program is truly one-of-a-kind with our patented Advanced Imprint Method at the heart of the curriculum. Designed to meet critical emotional and developmental needs, this is our foundational program for puppies in their most important learning window. It goes beyond basic socialization, building calm confidence, emotional regulation, and safe curiosity through structured exposure. We guide your puppy through new environments, interactions, and gentle leash work that helps prevent fear, reactivity, and overexcitement later in life. This is where lifelong behavior starts.
Run Wild Club is So Fetch K9’s mobile canine fitness club, designed for dogs who need a safe, structured outlet for movement.
Whether your dog is reactive on neighborhood walks, has more energy than a traditional walk can burn off, or needs a climate-controlled alternative during extreme weather, Run Wild Club brings individualized exercise directly to your home.
Using professionally guided treadmill and slat mill workouts, we provide dogs with a healthy way to fulfill one of their most basic biological needs—to move.
Every session is tailored to your dog’s age, fitness level, personality, and goals, creating a safe, enriching experience that supports both physical health and emotional well-being.
Is your dog..
- The Athlete “I still have zoomies after a five-mile hike.”
- The Reactor “I want to exercise. I just don’t want to meet your dog.”
- The Summer Survivor “It’s 97° and my paws disagree.”
- The Senior “I still love moving—just at my own pace.”
- The Busy Family With a High Energy Dog “My humans have meetings, but I still have needs!”
Every Visit Includes
- 30-minute visit
- Potty break
- A minimum of 20 minutes on the treadmill or slat mill (longer if appropriate for your dog’s fitness level).
- Customized workout based on your dog’s age, fitness level, and goals.
- You don’t have to be home! As long as we have access to your home, we’ll handle the rest.
More Than Exercise: Mental Engagement
One of the greatest benefits of treadmill and slat mill work isn’t just the physical exercise—it’s the mental focus it requires.
When dogs walk through the neighborhood or hike a trail, they’re often moving almost entirely on instinct. That instinctive movement is incredibly important and fulfills a biological need, but it doesn’t always require much conscious thought.
On a treadmill or slat mill, dogs have to be intentional. They learn to think about where they’re placing their feet, adjust their pace, maintain their balance, and stay connected to their handler for guidance. That level of concentration engages parts of the brain that many dogs don’t get to use during everyday walks.
This makes treadmill work especially beneficial for dogs who are easily distracted, highly intelligent, impulsive, or prone to anxiety. Instead of simply burning physical energy, they’re practicing focus, problem-solving, and emotional regulation—all while getting a healthy outlet for movement.
Treadmill Training Program. Perfect for dogs who are new to treadmill or slat mill work. Over six visits, we’ll gradually build your dog’s confidence and teach them to safely and happily use the equipment. Once they’re fully trained, you can continue with Run Wild Club visits or use your own treadmill at home with confidence. Ideally, visits are once per week. 6 Visits • $280
Single Visit. Need an occasional workout? 30-Minute Visit • $50
Weekly Membership. The easiest way to keep your dog active year-round. $180/month
- One 30-minute visit each week
- Consistent exercise
- Personalized workouts
- No long-term commitment
POSITIVE SOCIALIZATION WITH OTHER DOGS AND PEOPLE
ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE WITHOUT OVERWHELM
BUILDS TRUST, CURIOSITY, AND RESILIENCE
PREVENTS REACTIVITY, FEAR, AND ANXIETY LATER
BUILDING A CONFIDENT, WELL-BALANCED PUPPY
Every day is structured to support healthy development, social skills, and emotional resilience.
Age-Appropriate Play
Safe, supervised play sessions with puppies at a similar stage of development.
Daily Environmental Field Trips
New places and sights each day to build confidence and curiosity.
Positive Adult Role Models
Time with calm, well-mannered adult dogs who demonstrate appropriate behavior.
A Trusted Trainer Relationship
Consistent connection and communication with a dedicated trainer who supports their growth.
sTEP BY STEP TOWARD CALM, CONFIDENT LIVING
We learn your puppy’s needs, habits, and goals so we can start with clarity.
Your trainer builds a tailored plan and prepares your puppy’s daily structure.
Sessions begin, you receive daily updates, and your puppy can graduate into more advanced training if needed.
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We take pride in providing the Triangle and surrounding areas with professional puppy socialization that goes beyond the basics.
A HEALTHIER, HAPPIER DOG STARTS HERE
Give your dog the physical exercise and mental engagement they need with individualized mobile fitness sessions.