Typical range$75 to $150per lessonGeneral estimates only. Prices vary by trainer, dog and market.
How a leash plan builds
- Fitting a flat collar or a well-fitted harness, plus a standard six-foot leash.
- Rewarding your puppy for staying near your leg on a quiet block before adding distractions.
- Practicing turns and stops so your puppy keeps track of you.
- Adding tourists, bikes, horse carriage smells and other dogs at a distance, one at a time.
- Planning beach and sidewalk walks for cool hours and testing sand and pavement with your hand.
Towns in this guide. Around Charleston, Berkeley and the Lowcountry coast.
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Good questions
Before you begin.
My puppy pulls to every smell. Is that normal?
Yes. Puppies are curious. Stop moving, wait for the leash to loosen, then walk on. Short, consistent sessions help most.
Is a harness or collar better?
Either can work if it fits well. A front-clip harness can reduce pulling, but your puppy still needs practice to learn where to walk.
How far should a young puppy walk?
Short outings are enough. Ask your vet how much exercise suits your puppy's age and size.
Are dogs allowed on every Charleston-area beach?
No. Beach rules differ by town and season, so check each town's posted rules before you go.