Typical range$150 to $350per packagePlanning figures only. Each trainer and market sets its own prices.
First skills for a young dog
- A name response that works indoors before it is tried outdoors.
- Sit and down, lured with a treat and then phased out.
- Walking beside you for a few steps, then a few more.
- A simple recall game in a small, safe space.
- Settling on a mat while you sit nearby.
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StepsSkills in orderPages list skills in the order trainers usually teach them.
RangesPrices are planning rangesDollar amounts are general estimates for planning. None is a quote.
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Good questions
Before you begin.
At what age can obedience begin?
As soon as the puppy is settled at home and your veterinarian approves outings. The first steps are short and gentle.
Will a puppy forget it all as an adolescent?
Skills often wobble in adolescence. Keep practicing and the habits return.
How long should practice last?
Two to five minutes at a time, several times a day.
Do puppies need special equipment?
A flat collar or harness, a light leash and tiny treats are usually enough.