Obedience Training Your Puppy

Has anyone used the training that Petsmart offers for dogs?

Just wondering if the puppy class is worth it... What did you pay for your class and do they do them at night or weekends? Did the class work for you and your puppy?

We're not getting our puppy till June, but I'm just doing research on the best way for obedience training that won't break the bank. A local trainer wants $85 a lesson... I think that is pretty high. Is it? Petsmart's classes are 8 weeks long, so 85x8=$680 with the local trainer... Petsmart's gotta be cheaper then that...
Thanks Terra, that makes sense!

I took my pup to it the puppy kindergarten and am now taking my second as well. When it comes to the puppy class they are perfectly fine. They teach the basics like sit, down, wait, stay and coming when called. I payed $110 for the 8 weeks and we go on sat. When it comes to moving up in obedience I would get a professional trainer though as Petsmart trainers really aren't. It's also great with socializing your pup as the classes normally have 5-8 pups in them. I think the puppy class is def. worth it with them but for the harder training go somewhere else :) Hope this helps.

Btw, I would NOT spend $700 on a puppy class. Show Obedience with a professional handler/trainer, yes.

ADD: No prob., as many thumbs down as I get.. puppy class is the foundation for the rest. If you get your puppy in a class where there are a lot of distractions it actually helps in the long run when you start them in that situation. If nothing else it will socialize your pup and get them used to a busy atmosphere :) which I find has been very helpful since I am just starting to show my 7 month old. Good luck with your pup! I am sure he/she will excel in whatever you choose :)

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