Board and Train
Board and train programs are an intensive training experience that allow dogs to be fully immersed in training. They are often used for rehabilitation for aggressive, highly fearful, and/or highly reactive dogs. Much like rehabilitation for humans, sometimes it is necessary to remove the dog from their normal environment and into a new one that is more conducive to true and lasting positive change. If you are struggling with severe issues, a board and train program may be perfect for you.
What is a Board and Train Program?
In a board and train program with Soul Dog Training, your dog will stay full time with me as your trainer, being fully immersed in an environment dedicated to their health, well-being, and healing. They will receive one-on-one attention every day of their stay, which is necessary to start to heal the underlying problems they are experiencing. Not only will they receive dedicated training time, but they will also learn how to relax during down time, a skill that many dogs with severe issues do not possess. Every dog will be thoroughly evaluated to determine the severity of the behavioral issues and whether or not I’m the right trainer for you.
Board and Train Programs
What’s Included in all Board and Train Programs?
All training tools (leashes, e collars, training collars)
Carefully crafted training days to fit you and your dogs needs, training goals, and schedule
Mid-program lessons for you to spend time with your dog and learn what they are learning
Post-program follow-up lessons
Leash training to help both you and your dog understand how light leash pressure is a powerful communication tool
Basic obedience - sit, down, heel, place
Socialization around dogs, people, objects, sounds, etc.
Problem solving issues such as jumping, barking, etc.
Housebreaking issues such as potty training, chewing, over-excitement, counter surfing, etc.
Play as a key tool for fulfillment, teaching, and confidence building
2 Week B&T
Who is it for?
Dogs in need of obedience training
Dogs with moderate reactivity, separation anxiety, general fear/anxiety, etc.
2-week stay in trainer’s home
Weekly lesson throughout your program for you to spend time with your dog and learn what they are learning + one follow-up lesson after go-home
E collar training for reliable off-leash recall
Lifetime Support Perks:
Free lessons for 6 months after program completion
50% discount on tune-up lessons for life after the 6-month post-graduation period
Cost: $3000
3 Week B&T
Who is it for?
Dogs with moderate behavioral issues such as reactivity, fear and anxiety, resource guarding, destructive behaviors
3-week stay in trainer’s home
Weekly lesson throughout your program for you to spend time with your dog and learn what they are learning +
2 follow-up lessons after go-home
Advanced obedience - sit, down, stand, heel, come, place, center
E collar training for reliable off-leash recall
Lifetime support perks:
Free lessons for 6 months after program completion
50% discount on tune-up lessons for life after the 6-month post-graduation period
15% discount on future boarding
Cost: $4000
Schedule a free in-person evaluation to see if private lessons are a good fit for you!
4+ Week B&T
Who is it for?
Dogs with severe behavioral issues such as reactivity, *aggression, fear and anxiety, resource guarding, destructive behaviors, etc
4-week stay in trainer’s home
Weekly lesson throughout your program for you to spend time with your dog and learn what they are learning + 3 follow-up lessons after go-home
Advanced obedience - sit, down, stand, heel, come, place, center
E collar training for reliable off-leash recall
Lifetime Support:
Free tune-up sessions for the life of your dog
20% discount on future boarding
* Some aggression cases may exceed the scope of Soul Dog Training. A thorough evaluation is necessary to determine where your dog will thrive best.
Cost: $5000 + $600 per every additional week
Going out of town?
What better time to have your dog trained than when you are out of town and already in need of boarding? You can make the boarding experience much more fulfilling for your dog by turning it into a board and train! Schedule an in person evaluation to secure your dog’s spot during your trip!