Why Puppy Training Is Cheaper Than Behavioural Support Later On

When you first bring home a puppy, it’s easy to be taken in by the fun of it all. The cuddles, playing with the squeezy toys, that crazy energy that’s so infectious. 

 

But here’s a reality that many new dog owners don’t think about until it’s too late: investing in early puppy training is far cheaper, financially and emotionally, than trying to fix issues with their behaviour later.

 

If you're in Camberley and weighing up whether to book puppy training or just ‘see how it goes’, here’s why booking professional training is not only the smarter choice, but also the most cost-effective one.

 

1. Early Habits Are Easier to Build Than Break

 

Like toddlers, puppies are little sponges. Between 8 and 16 weeks, their brains are wired to learn rapidly, and what they experience during this time has a lasting impact.

 

With structured, reward-based training from day one, your puppy learns:

 

How to focus and respond to you

 

• What behaviours earn praise (and which don’t)

• How to cope with the world in a calm, confident way

 

Wait too long, and you’re no longer shaping a blank slate; you're trying to unpick entrenched habits like barking, biting, jumping or aggression based on fear. That takes far more time, effort, and yes, money.

 

2. The Cost of Rehab Adds Up, Fast

 

Let’s break it down. A four-week foundation puppy course at Canine Kids costs just £86: a small, focused group led by experienced, vet-recommended trainers.

 

Now compare that with:

 

• One-to-one behavioural sessions at £99+ per hour

• Multiple follow-ups often needed over weeks or months

• Emotional stress for both dog and owner during this time

 

In severe cases, issues with anxiety or fear may require intervention from a clinical behaviourist, costing hundreds in assessments and bespoke plans. And while many of these dogs can improve, the journey is slower, more frustrating, and far more expensive than simply starting right.

 

3. You Can Prevent the Problems Others Are Paying to Fix

 

At Canine Kids, our entire approach is based on preventing problems. From toilet training to separation issues, from recall to polite social behaviour, we cover it all before it becomes a crisis.

 

We also keep our class sizes small, with just five puppies per session, so every dog (and every owner) gets plenty of individual attention. This isn’t just about obedience: it’s the foundation for a well-adjusted, confident adult dog.

 

4. Training Is an Investment, Not a Luxury

 

No responsible owner skips vaccinations to save money. The same mindset should apply to training. Your puppy’s behaviour affects your daily life: your walks, your home, your social life. Investing now avoids stress, damage, embarrassment, or even rehoming situations later.

 

If you're in Camberley and thinking puppy training might be something to ‘get around to’, don’t wait. Those early weeks are priceless, and what you teach (or don’t teach) now will shape the next 10 to 15 years of your dog’s life.

Book your spot at Canine Kids today and give your puppy the best, and most affordable, start.