Board and Train

Welcome to the new generation of Board and Train – DogBoy's style!

Our goal is to help your dog be an enjoyable, agreeable and well-trained member of your family and society. Our program, designed and under the tutelage of a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, uses only humane, reward-based methods to jumpstart your dog in basic manners. And we help you maintain the success at home through private sessions, resulting in a happy owner and well-behaved dog.

What makes DogBoy's different from other Board and Train facilities?

Every dog is under the supervision of a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT)
Only reward-based methods (food, toys, and praise) are used. At NO TIME will your dog be presented with a choke chain, prong or electronic collar or any form of intimidation or force during his stay at DogBoy's
If applicable, your dog will attend playgroup with other compatible dogs in between training sessions on our beautiful 15 acres
Training is at your dog's learning pace which helps your dog succeed
Puppies five months and younger receive human and dog socialization to help them become well-rounded adult dogs
Multiple trainers will work with your dog in a variety of settings
Owners are welcome to observe any training sessions with their dog
Owners receive individual guidance to help maintain the behaviors at home and in public

Our Programs

DogBoy's offers a variety of Board and Train options. Each program price includes the following:

An initial consult assessing your dog's behavior and compatibility with the program as well as discussing your goals
Boarding fee (includes playtime, medications, food)
Training
A training collar (Easy Walk Harness or Gentle Leader), if needed
Private session(s) to teach you how to maintain your dog's new skills at home
Follow-up sessions to evaluate the success of your dog

Bachelor's in Basics

This two week program provides your dog with the Basics. He'll learn attention work, sit, down, stay, wait, recall and loose-leash walking. Includes initial consult and two private training sessions with the owner.

Cost:
$1250 for dogs five months and older
$1103 for additional dog in same run
$1550 for pups younger than five months

(prices are for 14 nights of boarding)

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Master's in Manners

Our three week program includes all the Basics, plus more. Your dog works through more challenging distractions, polite greetings with people and new skills such as targeting and leave-it. Includes initial consult and three private training sessions with the owners.

Cost:
$1825 for dogs five months and older
$1604.50 for additional dog in same run
$2125 for dogs younger than five months

(prices are for 21 nights of boarding)

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Doctorate in Discipline

Our four week program covers Basics and Manners, plus offers a more customized approach for your dog's individual needs. Includes initial consult and four private training sessions with the owners.

Cost:
$2350 for dogs five months and older
$2056 for additional dog in same run
$2650 for pups five months and younger

(prices are for 28 nights of boarding)

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Boarding School

Going on vacation and need to board your dog? Schedule your dog for Boarding School. This program can be customized to fit into your dog's boarding stay. Contact Rebecca at rebecca@dogboys.com for more information and pricing.

Other considerations when thinking about a Board and Train program:

What is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT)?

Certified Professional Dog Trainers (CPDTs) have voluntarily tested and proven a level of competency and knowledge of dog behavior, learning theory and educational requirements, as well as adhere to a Code of Ethics set forth by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. At DogBoy's, we have five CPDTs on staff who are also Professional Members of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.

To learn more, visit: http://www.apdt.com/join/certification/default.aspx or

http://www.ccpdt.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=38&Itemid=37

Aren't all Board and Train programs the same?

No, unfortunately, they are not. Traditionally, Board and Train programs have used harsh training methods. Tools like prong, choke and electronic collars were (and still are) most commonly used because they provide fast results. At DogBoy's we don't believe in using force or intimidation to train a dog – and we don't have to. Dogs respond enthusiastically to our reward-based methods.

My dog is human/dog aggressive. Would he be a good fit for Board and Train?

With aggression or reactivity issues, private lessons are generally a better option for you and your dog. Learn more about our private dog training lessons. Also, feel free to email Rebecca at rebecca@dogboys.com to discuss if your dog would be a good fit for DogBoy's Board and Train program.

Are there any discounts on the Board and Train program?

DogBoy's, being a locally owned business, accepts the Go Local card. Show us your Go Local card and receive 10% off all products and services.

Photos by Nicole Mlakar Photography