Pricing
Thank you for your interest in Synapse Canine Learning Center’s dog training services! On this page, you will find details of our pricing for our pet dog programs.
If you have any questions about the information on this page, please call us on (336) 947-9240, or email info@synapsecanine.com.
Obedience Programs
For all of our one-on-one training programs, we require a $150 evaluation fee which helps to ensure that the program is the correct choice for your dog.
When you sign your dog up for one of our obedience programs, there are two options for payment:
Option 1
Payment of the program in full prior to the first session. A 5% discount of the total program price will be applied for full payment in advance.
Option 2
Payment of 50% prior to your first session; the remaining balance is due at the mid-point of your training program (this date is outlined in your training agreement).
For detailed information on what your dog will learn in each program, click the program name below.
- On-Leash Obedience: $575 (4 weeks)
Our four-week basic obedience training program covers all the basic cues on leash, in addition to practical off leash skills being accomplished in your home. - On-Leash Obedience (+ Socialization add-on): $850 (6 weeks)
Our six-week basic obedience program is our most comprehensive option for individuals who plan to take their dog out of their home environment for walks or socialization. - Advanced Obedience: $575 (4 weeks)
This course focuses on increasing the distance in which dogs can perform their commands, the duration that they are able to hold their commands for, and teaches them to respond to these commands in environments where distractions are present. - Off-Leash Advanced Obedience: $850 (6 weeks)
Our six-week off leash advanced obedience program combines all the skills learned in basic obedience and focuses on teaching dogs how to accurately respond to these cues off the leash.
Behavior Modification
For all of our one-on-one training programs, we require a $150 evaluation fee which helps to ensure that the program is the correct choice for your dog.
When you sign your dog up for our behavior modification program, there are two options for payment:
Option 1
Payment of the program in full prior to the first session. A 5% discount of the total program price will be applied for full payment in advance.
Option 2
Payment of 50% prior to your first session; the remaining balance is due at the mid-point of your training program (this date is outlined in your training agreement).
For detailed information on what your dog will learn in this program, click the program name below.
- Behavioral Modification: $1,300 (6 weeks)
Our Behavioral Modification program is highly effective in resolving a variety of simple and complex behavioral concerns, and will set the foundation for your dog to live a happy, fulfilled, relaxed life with you and your family. Note: Behavior is complex and may take more (or less) time to effectively modify, depending on the severity of the behavior and associated learning history.
Puppy Programs
For all of our one-on-one training programs, we require a $150 evaluation fee which helps to ensure that the program is the correct choice for your dog.
When you sign your dog up for one of our puppy training programs, there are two options for payment:
Option 1
Payment of the program in full prior to the first session. A 5% discount of the total program price will be applied for full payment in advance.
Option 2
Payment of 50% prior to your first session; the remaining balance is due at the mid-point of your training program (this date is outlined in your training agreement).
For detailed information on what your dog will learn in each program, click the program name below.
- Puppy Foundations 101 Program: $925 (8 weeks)
Puppy Foundations 101 is the ultimate puppy program! Most appropriate for puppies aged eight weeks through six months, Puppy Foundations covers everything that your pup needs to be successful – in the home and outside of it.
- AKC STAR Puppy Program: $750 (6 weeks)
AKC STAR Puppy is the precursor to the AKC Canine Good Citizen certification. Puppies can qualify to take their AKC STAR Puppy exam until they are one year of age, after which they are required to take the AKC CGC evaluation instead. The AKC STAR Puppy program will prepare your puppy to master the basics of Socialization, Training, Activity and Responsible Ownership.
- Happy Handling Puppy Program: $575 (4 weeks)
The Happy Handling Puppy Program focuses on teaching puppies a highly useful set of skills which will significantly improve everything from veterinary visits to home grooming and first aid.
- Positive Puppy Socialization Program: $575 (4 weeks)
The Happy Handling Puppy Program focuses on teaching puppies a highly useful set of skills which will significantly improve everything from veterinary visits to home grooming and first aid.
Group Classes
For all of our group class programs, we require full payment of the program in advance of the first session. Places in our group classes are limited, and this ensures your spot in the class is reserved.
For detailed information on what your dog will learn in each program, click the program name below.
- Basic Obedience: $200 (6 weeks)
Our Basic Obedience class is a comprehensive course that takes your dogs through more than just the essential obedience commands. It also includes generalization of behaviors, resolution of common behavioral concerns, and effective socialization. - Intro to Rally: $225 (6 weeks)
Our Intro to Rally programs covers the basics of Rally Obedience, including the competition format, how to title your dog in Rally, and learning how to complete Novice signs. - Rally Intermediate/Advanced/Excellent: $200 (6 weeks)
Our Intermediate, Advanced and Excellent Rally group classes are for dogs who have already completed the Intro to Rally class and are progressing towards completion of the appropriate Rally titles. - Intro to Scent Work: $225 (6 weeks)
Our Intro to Scent Work class covers the basics of odor theory and how dogs locate target odors, the rules of AKC Scent Work, imprinting of three AKC Scent Work target odors (Birch, Star Anise and Clove), building your dog’s indication, search strategy and proofing off distractions. - Specialized Scent Work Training: $125-$200 (3, 4 or 6 weeks)
For dogs who have graduated from our Intro to Scent Work class, we offer specialized classes which improve your dog’s detection capabilities in different environments. - AKC Canine Good Citizen: $200 (6 weeks)
The AKC Canine Good Citizen class is structured to prepare students to pass their AKC CGC certification test. This class covers all ten tasks on the evaluation separately so that you will have the opportunity to work through specific challenges and master each task prior to moving on. - How Dogs Learn: $250 (4 weeks)
This is a unique class opportunity tailored for individuals who are interested in learning about learning theory in dog training and dog behavior. This is an educational course for humans, and is conducted in a classroom setting.