Board & train

These are 1 - 4 week programs individualized to your dog and their needs. They will be included in every day life, along with my pack. Intentionally designed to help you live in a healthy, joyous way with your dog. Private sessions and group classes are included in board and train to make sure the owner learns as well! Making sure owners are a part of the board and train sets everyone up for success and ensures you dog is able to keep up all the training and progress made during their time with us.

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What is a board & train?

Board and trains are available to any clients who have done private sessions or group classes with Samantha and her team.

There is no quick fix for your dog's behavior and in order to see lasting results in your dogs behavior the humans need to change their lifestyle and learn how to better lead and guide their dog.  That said, a board and train allows your dog to work 24/7 with a us to explore behavior, develop new ways of living, and the opportunity to be in a home with balanced dogs + so much more.  

  • You will likely see your dog on our Instagram stories throughout the entire day! Nearly every board & train Samantha takes will also be on the membership page. Owners will receive a full debrief at the end of the program.

  • This is largely determined by what the dog needs the most work on/what the goals of the owner are. A strict schedule of work and downtime/kennel will be maintained for each dog. Outings can include, but are not limited to: beach walks, park outings, coffee shops, car rides, back yard time, and more.

  • Each dog will be kenneled when they are not being worked or on place. Unless we determine it might be better to do otherwise, they will be kenneled in the same room the trainers' personal dogs are!

  • Board & trains are a perfect opportunity for reactive dogs to be expertly worked around their trigger. Our trainers are highly skilled and experienced in working with reactive dogs and will prioritize the safety of each dog. Often times, Samantha will use her own balanced pack to offer dog reactive dogs an opportunity to have structured, valuable exposure.

    2-4 weeks suggested for most reactive dogs to ensure behavior is deeply ingrained.

  • Yes! In order to make sure we are getting the best fit clients for this service we require all clients to do a private session or group class first and from there we can discuss if this service is the best or necessary fit for you and your family. 

  • Boarding services

    Boarding services are available for board and train alumni or for clients that Samantha has done in depth training with - whether its privates, group classes, or day care.  This ensures Samantha already has a relationship with your dog and that your dog is ready for pack walking and to be included in day care.  

    Boarding $150/night 

    • Pack walk

    • Included in day care or classes

    • Helps reinforce training your dog has already gone through with our team

    • Your dog stays in our home

  • If you are coming from out of area or state, we would first book a virtual session. Instead of weekly classes you would join my online accountability class (virtual classes) post board and train and we would do all of our private sessions on your pups go home weekend.

  • One week : $2,000 Includes 1 private sessions + group class

    Two Weeks: $3,500 includes 2 private sessions + group class

    Three Weeks: $5,000 Includes 3 private sessions + group class

    At least three weeks is recommended for true change in behavior especially when working with reactivity

    Four Weeks: $6,000 includes 4 private sessions + (2) group classes

What can trainers work with my dog?

  • FUNDAMENTALS

    Leash work, crate, yes work, place + : These are critical for control, connection, building neutrality around stimuli and safety, especially in public spaces or when the dog needs to be secure at home.

  • E-COLLAR

    Our trainers can greatly assist in ensuring your dog has an understanding of the e-collar pressure and determine how best to apply it, humanely and effectively for optimal results.

  • BEHAVIOR + EXPOSURE

    We wil work through your dog’s behavioral issues by providing proper exposure and workin them through it, finding the optimal method for you both to achieve the most success.

  • PLAY +

    Dog on dog: Understanding what constitutes healthy play is key to ensuring your dog is socializing appropriately.

    Human: We will work to build your dog’s play/prey drive and show you how to use play to mentally/physically drain your pup.

  • BASIC OBEDIENCE

    This will include commands like sit, stay, come and leave it.

  • PACK WALKS

    Interaction (indirect) with and influence from a healthy, balanced pack can have huge benefits to any dog. If we feel your dog would benefit from it, we’ll probably take them along on a 3-4+ dog pack walk!