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Typical $75 to $150 per lesson

Follow-Up Lessons After a Chicago Board and Train

The weeks after a stay decide whether the training sticks. Follow-up lessons are private sessions in which the trainer watches you work with your dog and corrects the small mistakes that let old habits creep back. General estimates run about $75 to $150 per lesson.

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Follow-Up Lessons
Typical range$75 to $150per lessonGeneral estimates only. Prices vary by trainer, dog and market.

What follow-up should cover

  • A review of every cue your dog learned, using the exact words and signals the trainer used.
  • Your timing with rewards, which is often the biggest difference between trainer and owner.
  • The trouble spots at home, like the doorbell, the kitchen or the elevator.
  • A plan for the next four weeks, written down.
  • When to practice indoors and when to head back outside.

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Good questions

Before you begin.

How soon should I book a lesson after pickup?

Many trainers suggest within the first week or two, while the routine is still fresh.

Can follow-up be done by video?

Some trainers offer it. Ask whether video fits your dog's needs or whether in-person is better.

Is follow-up the same as a handoff lesson?

A handoff teaches you the skills at the end of the stay. Follow-up adjusts the plan once you are living with them.

How many lessons do owners usually need?

It varies. Ask the trainer for an honest estimate.

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