Dave Metcalf — Owner and Dog Trainer at Agile Dogs
How Much Does Dog Training Cost in Perth?
Key Takeaways
- •Agile Dogs group classes cost $30 per session, GST inclusive, with no lock-in contracts.
- •Private behaviour consultations and the reactive dog course are priced on enquiry, so you need to ask before you can compare.
- •Most behaviour consultations need only 1 or 2 sessions, which can make private help cheaper overall than weeks of the wrong class.
- •Start with a group class if your dog is healthy and just needs manners. Book private help if there is a specific problem.
You are about to spend real money on training and nobody gives you a straight number. Prices are scattered, and the choice between a class and a private session is rarely explained in dollar terms. Here is what each option costs at Agile Dogs, what you get for it, and where it falls short.
What Are Your Dog Training Options in Perth?
Five formats, two price models, and one common mix-up between them.
Dog training in Perth comes in two broad formats. Group classes are run in a park with several dogs and a set per-session price. Private sessions are 1:1, in your home or online via Zoom, and tailored to your dog’s history.
People often confuse behaviour consultations with obedience lessons. A consultation assesses a problem and hands you a plan. A class teaches skills through repetition alongside other dogs. If you want the full decision framework, read our hub article, “Group Dog Training Classes vs Private Lessons: Which Is Better for You and Your Dog?”. This post stays on the money.
The cheapest option per session is not always the cheapest overall. A $30 class that does not address your dog’s actual problem is still $30 spent.
Which Dog Training Option Is Worth the Money?
Ranked for a typical Perth owner on price clarity, flexibility and fit.
1. Group obedience classes, best for manners on a budget
Group obedience classes cost $30 per session, GST inclusive, as listed on the pricing page. Classes run for 50 minutes on weekends, Saturdays at Claremont Park and Sundays at Nicholson Reserve, Yangebup.
There are no lock-in contracts, so you attend when you can. Progress goes through collar levels: Blue for dogs 20+ weeks, then Navy and Black. Ten sessions comes to $300. If you wonder whether your dog suits a group, see “5 Signs Your Dog Will Thrive in a Group Training Class in Perth”.
The drawback is shared attention. One instructor, several dogs, so a serious behaviour problem will not get the focus it needs.
Best suited for: Owners of friendly, healthy dogs aged 20 weeks or more who need reliable manners at a predictable $30 a session. It is a poor fit if your dog lunges or panics around other dogs.
2. Puppy classes, best for puppies aged 8 to 20 weeks
Puppy classes (White Collar) also cost $30 per session and accept puppies from 8 to 20 weeks. They run Saturdays in Claremont and Sundays in Yangebup, focusing on socialisation, social walking, recall and focus. Attending weekly across the whole window would be at most 13 sessions, or $390.
Agile Dogs also offers in-home pre-puppy preparation and private puppy consultations through its puppy training service, which are priced on enquiry. Weigh the two paths in “Puppy Training Classes vs Private Puppy Lessons: What Your Puppy Needs in the First Six Months”.
The drawback is the age cap. At 20 weeks your puppy moves up to the Blue Collar class.
Best suited for: New puppy owners who want socialisation with other pups and a clear weekly routine. Skip it if your puppy is already past 20 weeks, as the Blue Collar class is the right entry point then.
3. Complex skills classes, best for dogs ready for more
Complex skills classes use clicker training to teach timing, shaping and tricks such as beg, roll over, retrieve and place. They cost $30 per session. The Intro White Stage has no requirements, then Blue, Navy and Black stages follow as your dog passes each.
Skills can also be taught 1:1 in-home. The drawback is scope. These classes build skills and do not treat behaviour problems.
Best suited for: Owners whose dog already has basic manners and who want enrichment or advanced skills. It will not fix barking, pulling or fear on its own.
4. Behaviour consultations, best for specific problems and tight schedules
A behaviour consultation is a 1:1 assessment in your home or online via Zoom, ending in a training plan. They usually need only 1 or 2 sessions, though aggression and other complex issues may need more.
This option wins on individual attention, and it fits busy schedules because you skip the weekend class slot. The cost is not published on the pricing page, so ask for a quote before you compare. For the full case, read “When Private Dog Training Is the Better Choice: Behaviour Issues, Busy Schedules and Special Cases”.
Best suited for: Owners with a specific problem, a rescue dog with an unknown history, or a schedule that rules out weekend classes. The drawback is that the price is only given on enquiry.
5. Reactive dog course, best for lunging and barking at other dogs
The reactive dog course runs for 6 weeks with limited places, on Sundays at Nicholson Reserve, Yangebup. It covers dog, people and leash reactivity, plus fear-based and prey-based reactivity. Price is given on enquiry.
It is the least flexible option. You commit to the 6-week block and places can fill. Compare it with 1:1 help in “Reactive Dog Classes vs One-on-One Training: Choosing the Right Path for Your Dog”.
Best suited for: Owners whose dog reacts on walks and who can commit to six consecutive Sundays. If you need to start this week or cannot hold the date, a private consultation is the faster route.
How Did We Rank These Dog Training Options?
Rankings are earned on the criteria below, using only what Agile Dogs publishes. Where a price is given on enquiry, the option loses points for price clarity, and it is shown as such.
Published price
Whether a dollar figure is listed publicly. A listed price lets you budget before you call.
Commitment
Whether you sign up to a block or can attend as you like. Flexibility matters if your weekends vary.
Format
Group in a park, or 1:1 at home or online. Format decides how much of the session is about your dog.
Individual attention
How much of the instructor's time is directed at your dog's specific problem. This is where private help beats classes.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Option | Best for | Published price | Commitment | Individual attention |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Group obedience classes | Owners of friendly, healthy dogs aged 20 weeks or more who need reliable manners at a predictable $30 a session. | $30 per session (GST incl.) | None, come and go | Shared with the group |
| 2. Puppy classes | New puppy owners who want socialisation with other pups and a clear weekly routine. | $30 per session (GST incl.) | None, ages 8 to 20 weeks | Shared with the group |
| 3. Complex skills classes | Owners whose dog already has basic manners and who want enrichment or advanced skills. | $30 per session (GST incl.) | None, stage requirements apply | Shared with the group |
| 4. Behaviour consultations | Owners with a specific problem, a rescue dog with an unknown history, or a schedule that rules out weekend classes. | On enquiry | Usually 1 or 2 sessions | 1:1, highest |
| 5. Reactive dog course | Owners whose dog reacts on walks and who can commit to six consecutive Sundays. | On enquiry | 6-week course, limited places | Group course, limited places |
Which Dog Training Option Fits Your Situation?
Match your situation to the row below and you will know where to start.
| If you are… | Look for | Best fit |
|---|---|---|
| You have a new puppy under 20 weeks | Socialisation with other pups at a flat per-session price | Puppy classes |
| Your adult dog is friendly but untrained, and you want to keep costs predictable | Flexible attendance with no lock-in contract | Group obedience classes |
| Your dog already knows the basics and you want something more engaging | Clicker training and staged skill progression | Complex skills classes |
| You have a rescue dog with an unknown history or a single stubborn problem | 1:1 assessment and a written training plan | Behaviour consultations |
| Your dog lunges or barks at other dogs and walks have become stressful | A structured course on reactivity, available on set Sundays | Reactive dog course |
Dog Training Cost FAQs
Straight answers on prices, contracts and what to ask first.
How much is a group dog training class in Perth at Agile Dogs?
Group obedience, puppy and complex skills classes are $30 per session, GST inclusive. You pay per session and can come and go as you please.
Do I have to sign a contract or pay upfront for a block?
Not for the group classes. They are designed with no lock-in contracts. The reactive dog course is the exception, as it is a 6-week course with limited places.
How much do private behaviour consultations cost?
The pricing page lists only the group classes, so consultation and reactive course costs are given on enquiry. Call 0448 153 316 and ask what your situation would need before you decide.
How many private sessions will my dog need?
Behaviour consultations usually need only 1 or 2 sessions. More complex issues such as aggression may need more, and the trainer will usually recommend group obedience classes once your dog is ready.
Want a Clear Price for Your Dog's Training?
Call 0448 153 316 or send an enquiry, and tell us your dog’s age and the problem you want solved. You will get a straight answer on which option fits and what it costs.
Part of our guide: Group Dog Training Classes vs Private Lessons: Which Is Better for You and Your Dog?
Dave Metcalf
Owner and Dog Trainer · Agile Dogs
Dave is a fully qualified dog trainer in Perth with 20 years of experience in dog training and behaviour, holding a Certificate III in Dog Behaviour and Training and a Cert IV in Training and Assessment. He owns and runs Agile Dogs, which he started in Melbourne in 2011 and has been operating in Perth for over 8 years.