Typical range$500 to $1,200per programGeneral estimates only. Prices vary by trainer, dog and market.
Skills most programs cover
- Coming when called, first in the house, then across the yard and later with distractions.
- Sit, down and stay with a release word, so the dog knows when it may move.
- Waiting at doors, gates and car hatches instead of bolting through.
- Settling on a mat while the family eats or visitors arrive.
- Loose-leash walking along sidewalks and past neighbors, built up gradually.
Towns in this guide. Around Dorchester and Berkeley counties.
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Good questions
Before you begin.
Is my adult dog too old for obedience?
No. Older dogs learn new routines all the time. They may need more repetitions, and shorter sessions suit stiff joints.
How many sessions are typical?
That depends on the dog and the goals. Many households see steady change over several weeks of daily practice.
Does obedience fix barking?
It can help, because a settle and a quiet cue give the dog an alternative. Persistent barking may also need behavior coaching.
Does this involve group classes?
No. The programs described here are private, one household at a time.