Board and Training

Our overnight Board and Train program goes the distance far beyond antiquated, prescriptive, and limited views of obedience training.

We are training and working with dogs and owners to achieve more than just 'sit' and 'down'-- together, we are achieving lifestyle goals to improve the lives and relationships of families and dogs!

To learn more about our methods, facilities, and world class trainers, reach out to set up a free consultation.

We can't wait to help you and your dog or puppy meet your training and lifestyle goals!

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Board and Training is a versatile, intensive training option where your dog stays with us overnight and trains with (2) of our world class trainers for anywhere from 1- 4 weeks to reach your personalized training goals!

What Can a Board and Train do for Me and My Dog?

obedience learning, confidence building, greater integration into day to day and a smoother, happier life together for dogs + Families

The board and train is a good fit for:

Potty Training/ Crate Training
Puppy Obedience
Good Manners at home, in the neighborhood, or in public settings
Strong Obedience on Leash or Off Leash
Excellent Impulse Control
Foundation for Service Dog or Therapy Dog Training
Behavioral Modification for behaviors such as: Resource Guarding, Confidence Building, Dog-Aggression/ Reactivity, Fear Based Reactivity among others!

Common lifestyle goals include:

Ability to give your dog more freedom in the house
Building confidence in a nervous pup
Ability to be brushed, groomed or visit the vet safely and without discomfort
Developing the ability to hike off leash together
Trusting your dog to hang out in restaurants, breweries, and farmer's markets
Building a relationship where you and your dog can volunteer in Therapy settings
Traveling to beach houses and vacation settings and sharing your full life together!

Lifelong support: Board and train, private lessons, in home follow ups & group classes

Our board and trains are designed to give you and your dog a combination of the ideal training options and instruction without sacrificing QUALITY instruction from experienced trainers.

- Depending on your selected package, along with the focused, intensive training of the board and train (1-4 weeks) we also include in each package:

*in-home lessons to work on in-home problems like door greetings, counter surfing, and greeting neighbors

private lessons to help with the instruction of YOU, the two-legged student, so that you feel comfortable and confident about how to be clear with your dog and to continue your relationship building to the best it can be!

group practice sessions to allow focused training practice in a group of safe dogs with professionals who can help you to take your practice to the next level

access to a support system of trainers and dog professionals for life

*acceptable mileage to in-home locations is up to trainer's discretion- give us your address at the consult so we can determine if this option is available to you! Typically, our range is open to anywhere in Northern VA, MD, and DC, based upon mutual scheduling!

tailored goals, Regular feedback and updates throughout training

You are welcome to reach out to us every day of your dog's board and train for any reason- a question, a new thought on something that you're struggling with at home, or you just want to check in.

Whether you reach out or not you will receive updates every other day!

all required EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED IN THE COST

For On Leash Training Package:

12' Long Lead
Treat Pouch
Martingale Collar

For Off Leash Training Package (2+weeks only):

12' Long Lead
Treat Pouch
Martingale Collar
Mini Educator E-Collar [only necessary if goals include off-leash!]

Required to join:

Free Consultation
Immunization History + Up to Date on Flea/ Tick +Heartworm
Completed boarding/ training agreement
$500 Non-Refundable Deposit to Hold Your Preferred Dates

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What will my dog's day look like?

Each dog's board and train day is shaped around what will best help motivate them in order to achieve their goals! A few things you need to know:

We require a consultation before scheduling your board and train in order to discuss your dog or puppy's needs and set clear goals!
Your dog will stay in either a 5' x 10' or 5' x 5' suite with a raised bed. Young puppies or dogs in need of additional potty training assistance or crate training will stay in a crate if needed or requested based upon the consultation
Minimum of 4 walks a day (more frequent for potty training or young puppies)
1.5- 2 hours of non-consecutive playtime that is either fully supervised with 2-3 other well-matched (size, age, play style) dogs or if your dog is dog reactive or play is not beneficial based upon initial discussions, your dog will receive 1.5- 2 hours of non-consecutive exercise and play with a staff member
Your dog will eat the food you bring (and any additional instructions, including supplements, etc.). We feed in the AM and PM and also accommodate lunches for puppies or special needs.
You can bring any safe items for your dog that you would like-- often people bring a blanket, a toy or two, and a chew (bone, antler, etc.) We require you to bring: vaccination records, their food, an ID tag, and any special instructions.
Each day your puppy or dog's training session is split up throughout the day (total of either 1+ hr or 30+ minutes, depending on your dog's age). Sessions are split up to best reach your goal's for your dog- most dogs focus best for 15- 20 minutes and then begin to tire so they might get a break in their kennel or go for a walk before having another training session later on. We are not a prescriptive training facility and as such always work with individualized goals (and your trainer's recommendations) that are set at the consult!
Your dog or puppy will have (2) trainers-- a primary and a secondary trainer (for the 1-2 days your trainer is off or if your trainer falls ill or has an emergency) who follows the instructions of your primary trainer.
We are happy to send regular updates but ask that you reach out at the frequency you'd like the updates via email or phone so that we can send over photos, videos, etc!
At completion you will do a private lesson going over everything your dog has learned and (depending on what is included in selected package) you will also have follow up private lessons!

For any other questions or to set a goal list/ plan for your dog or puppy please schedule either an in-person or video chat consultation!

What will my dog learn?
individualized obedience and lifestyle goals with a training plan designed by a master trainer

At the consultation we will set a specific set of goals for YOUR dog and YOUR needs that we will incorporate in with our standard on or off leash basic obedience goals of: Sit, Down, Stay, Wait, Leave it, Heel (or loose-leash walking), Come, Place, No Jumping, Polite Greeting and Door Manners.

Examples of other goals we can address:

Crate and Potty Training
Dog Reactivity/ Aggression
Separation Anxiety
Lack of Impulse Control
Counter Surfing
Car Chasing

Be ready at your consult with a list of things you need help with or want to improve and we will walk you through how to reach your goals!

Locations: Chantilly, VA

Our 15,000 SqFt State of the Art, full service facility in the heart of NoVA! Check out a tour here or to get to know us in person, schedule a consultation and receive an in-person tour!