Considering how long you will have your dog, the cost of training is a very small investment. The annual cost of vaccinations and dog food is much higher than the cost of a class or two. The cost of just one visit to the vet can be more than the cost of a training class. Training should not be considered an expense, but rather an investment in your future with your dog. Consider the costs if your untrained dog were to injure someone, or damage another person's property. If the dog were to bite someone, he could be impounded or even be destroyed.
