Nu Paws

Puppy Daycare Academy

Offered only in Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and the Monterey / Carmel area

Situated on a 2-acre, fully fenced, open-air space

Fun, Focused, and Fully Positive Puppy Learning

I help your puppy get the best start in life with supervised play, structured learning, and lots of love! My Puppy Daycare Academy combines socialization and early skills development for puppies under 6 months old.

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Ever feel like your puppy is a tiny tornado with fur and shark teeth?

I get it. Puppies are adorable, but they chew shoes, jump on guests, and forget their house manners faster than you can say “sit!” You want your puppy to grow into a confident, well-behaved dog, but life is busy. Maybe you’re juggling work, family, or just the chaos of everyday life.

That’s where I come in. My Puppy Daycare Academy gives your puppy structured, supervised play and gentle, science-based teaching so they develop confidence, good habits, and social skills - all while having a blast.

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Yes, I want my puppy to learn and play - show me pricing!

How I Work With Your Puppy: Play, Learn, Nap, Repeat

  • I safely transport your puppy from your home to my academy and return them at the end of the day.

  • Sessions include 4–6 puppies to ensure individualized attention while teaching socialization, crate skills, potty habits, and basic manners.

  • I reward good behavior with praise, play, and high-value training treats to build confidence and lasting skills.

  • Carefully guided play with puppies and puppy-savvy adult dogs helps your puppy learn safe interaction, boundaries, and confidence.

  • A balanced routine of learning, play, and downtime keeps your puppy stimulated, happy, and healthily tired.

  • Once your puppy completes the academy, I help them transition smoothly into regular daycare while reinforcing their good habits.

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Hear from happy pup parents:

  • Susan is great with dogs and amazing with puppies. We rescued an 8-week-old puppy and had challenges with potty training, so we sent her to Susan. Just like that, our pup was potty trained. If you want to set your puppy up for success, Susan is a great trainer and we highly recommend her.

    Ayako M. - Woodside

  • From our first phone call, where she spent over an hour explaining her program, I felt confident in her approach. She makes training manageable and reduces the overwhelm of raising a high-energy puppy. Our puppy came back happier, better trained, and with the right tools to thrive.

    Vanessa Y. - Redwood City

  • As a first-time dog mom, I needed help with our new puppy. Susan provided the tools to create a safe home and helped us build a trusting, positive relationship with our new family member. We can’t say enough “pawsitive” things about Susan - she is a trusted trainer and friend to our family.

    Cynthia M. - San Jose

Benefitting Both Your Puppy and You:

When you put your puppy in my hands, you can expect:

  • Confident socialization with other dogs

  • Learning basic manners like sit, leave it, crate training, and recall

  • Improved focus, attention, and impulse control

  • Beautiful manners that prevent future behavior issues

  • A strong foundation for lifelong learning and fun

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About Me

I’m Susan Wu, and I raise every puppy coming through my door as my own family. I’ve studied with the best - SIRIUS® Dog Training Academy, Trish King’s Canine Behavior Academy, and learned from many top experts, such as Ken Ramirez, so you can trust that your puppy is in safe, knowledgeable hands.

I love working with puppies under 6 months old because that’s when socialization, potty training, crate training, and foundational skills make the biggest difference. My goal is to give your puppy a head start so that life together is fun, confident, and less stressful.

Learn more about me
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Why This Is Worth It - Price & Value

Puppy Daycare Academy

  • When you enroll your puppy in my Puppy Daycare Academy, you’re investing in:

    • Professional puppy daycare & structured learning

    • Individualized attention for your puppy’s unique needs

    • Safe transportation and supervised play

    • Positive reinforcement training that sets your puppy up for life

    • This isn’t just daycare - it’s the first step in raising a confident, happy dog.

  • Total minimum commitment: $760

    Included in pricing:

    • Initial Call - Free

    • Initial Consultation (2 hours) – $250

    • Puppy Daycare Academy Sessions –

      • $95 per day (pick up & drop off included)

      • 2 days per week minimum requirement with a 4-week commitment requisite

Reserve Your Puppy’s Spot Today!

Your puppy won’t wait…

Whether you are actively teaching your puppy or just hanging out, they are learning, exploring, and making up their mind about everything in sight. Give them a safe, structured environment where they can thrive - and save your shoes and kids’ Legos while you’re at it.

The Nu Paws Academy Guarantee

I am not here to take away all the fun little quirks that make your puppy unique and super lovable. I’m here to teach both you and your puppy foundational skills and communication, leading to both a happy pup and pawrent!

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FAQs

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  • Puppies 2-6 months old.

  • Yes! I safely transport your puppy from your home to the academy and back.

  • Absolutely! After completing the academy for the day, your puppy can transition into regular daycare.

  • It is offered only in Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and the Monterey / Carmel area.