PetSmart Puppy Training

Why it is listed

Use PetSmart Puppy when you want a national U.S. page that prints a 10-week–5-month Puppy class at $149 with vaccines, no-choke/prong/e-collar gear rules, and a 90-day retake. Aggressive dogs are not allowed in group class. A class is not a diagnosis. Confirm the store. We are not veterinarians.

Pros & cons

Pros

• services.petsmart.com/Training 2026-09-07 lists Puppy Training as its own core class: (10 wks to 5 mths old), $149, 6-week introductory class for basic skills, communication & socialization; skills include leash manners and tips for barking/nipping. Same PDP also prints Fundamental Package $249 (Puppy or Beginner + Intermediate) and Premium Package $355 (Puppy or Beginner + Intermediate + Advanced). StartSmart™ 1-hour workshop $25 covers potty, crate, socialization, vet/groomer tips. Book by store zip.
• learn-more-pet-training: Puppy is a 6-week introductory course for puppies 10 weeks to 5 months; cues include Sit, Down, Wait, walking nicely on a leash, Come When Called, Leave It. Accredited Pet Trainers; positive reinforcement named. Gear: 4–6 ft leather/nylon leash (no retractable or chain); buckle collar, head halter or harness; no choke, prong, pinch, or electronic collars. Vaccines: DPP with adenovirus and rabies (age-appropriate), written proof, 48-hour rule. Aggressive dogs are not allowed in class; nervous-but-not-aggressive dogs may attend or take a free 15-minute evaluation.
• FAQ: typically 4–6 dogs; about copy also 4–10. Retake within 90 days if not satisfied; prorated refunds until the start of a second course in a 6-week class. Make-up: work with your trainer. Afterpay named. No membership required to book.

Cons

• The U.S. Training PDP we scored does not name iOS/Android or a Zoom product for this Puppy track — ease app/online points are zero. Classes may be limited and in select stores.
• PetSmart does not market this track as an official AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy title class on the Training PDP (Advanced reviews AKC CGC/CGN steps — that is not this Puppy row). We do not invent CPDT letters; the page says Accredited Pet Trainers.
• A group class is not a diagnosis. Bite history and aggression are out of group class on PetSmart’s learn-more page. Pain and sudden behavior change belong with a veterinarian. Confirm the local store’s schedule and vaccine list.

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