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The course runs for 8 weeks so should be an all in price???
training is so vaulable, we aren't rich, but we made sure we find the money for his training classes and whatever else he needs
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- try training her yourself but if you can't afford a dog you shouldn't get one!!
golden retrievers eat alot of food and vet bills are expensive! large breed dogs are prone to hip/leg/joint problems - sounds to me like you're not ready for such a dog. if you can't afford lessons, then you should consider getting a smaller breed, because they are easier to handle if they've not been trained properly.
- Honestly, if one of my fosters' potential adopters told me they couldn't afford training, I wouldn't give them the dog.
It is well within your right to train your dog at home but it sounds like you have no experience doing so, which in the end, could be detrimental to the dog's behavior and your sanity. Shop around more and see if you can find a cheaper class to take (beginner is all you'll need for now at least). I would stay away from Petsmart or any other large company: they tend to cost a lot more and be much less effective than private trainers. - Honestly, if you can't afford training, at like $50, then you can't afford a big breed dog, with vet bills and food and everything :-(
- Beginning obedience classes are usually $50-70. for an entire 6-8 week class, which meets once a week for an hour, NOT $50-70 per hour. Call around and get better information about the cost of group classes in your area. Local vets and shelters can give you recommendations. The cost of a beginning group class is well worth it to get you started with training your dog. Yes, you can do it yourself at home, but if you've never trained a dog before it is very helpful to have a trainer SHOW you how to do it and correct any mistakes you might be inclined to make.
- I doubt very seriously that Petsmart group training classes are $50 an hour! Call and ask again.
If the fostering owner requires training classes, then that is part of the cost of the dog. If you can not abide by "the condiitions of the sale", don't get the dog.
Do a search for local dog training clubs, or private trainers. Or ask the foster if you can pay her.
Training is most important for dogs. But, one needs to understand how to train their dog.
Take some time and browse through the questions here. You will see the vast majority of people are pretty dang clueless. If you can't answer their questions on "how do I potty train my puppy", "how do I train my dog not to pull on the leash", "how do I treach my dog to lie down?", "why is my dog aggressive", etc etc etc.......you need training classes with whatever dog you get.
Yes, training classes can be expensive, but they are a small price to pay for a harmonious home. Think of them this way: "a small investment for the future". - Teaching Sit and Stay is not hard.
If you can't afford the training lessons - go to PetSmart and speak to the trainer. See if he/she can recommend a good book to teach you how to train your dog.
The advantages of going through a class is 1. your dog gets socalized to other dogs 2. you learn how to teach things like "sit" "stay" "down". in the future you won't need to take a dog through the class. You have been taught how to train these basic commands. 3. If you have any questions in the future (after the training class is over) you can usually go back to your trainer and ask them.
My dogs went through PetSmart puppy school. It was about 6 years ago...but I think it cost $200 per dog for a 6-8 week class. - if you can't afford to train the dog you probably aren't ready for a large breed who needs training. what if the dog was running across the street you say "eh" and the dog keeps going and could possibly get hit by a car. you need to train the dog if you get it. welcome to making sacrifices for an animal. maybe you should think of leaving this dog with the foster until you have enough money to take care of the dog in all aspects.
- I am very confused by your post for a few reasons. First of all, if you can't afford to train a dog, you should reconsider dog ownership until you can afford a dog. What are you going to do if the dog needs a vet????
Second, all the prices you quoted for dog training at PetSmart are completely incorrect, so I have no idea who you have been talking to.
An 8 week class goes for anywhere from $99 to $119. That is for eight weeks! A private session is $89. Four private sessions is $219. These are very reasonable prices for training. In addition, if the group you are working with is a member of PetSmart Charities, you will receive a coupon book that includes a $20 off coupon for pet training.
Third, if the foster home says the dog needs a training class, it is probably in the contract to do so, and if you don't, you will be in breach of contract.
My suggestion would be to rethink getting a dog until you can afford the everyday expenses a dog will incur, as well as some of the unexpected emergencies.
If one of my adopters was to breach the contract they signed, I would be taking the dog back asap. You would unfortunately then be blacklisted from adopting again.
ETA: Don't really care what you think you saw for training prices, you are completely wrong. Or you could be trying to make excuses for not spending money on training. Either way, if you can't afford the training, you can't afford the dog. It costs money to own a dog, whether you train it or not. How do you plan on paying for heartworm preventative? Vaccinations? Goldens need coat maintenance-how will you pay for that? - I don't know any cheaper prices but you could try posting this question on craigslist - Houston and see if someone can help
The Houston SPCA also has classes for obedience training.
I am a certified trainer but I have very little time. What side of town do you live on? I live near Pearland and Hobby Airport.
You can call me at 713-824-2737.
Thanks, Penny
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