SERVICE DOG BOARD & TRAIN PROGRAM
In our Board and Train Program, we use cooperative, humane, positive reinforcement training methods that involves daily one-on-one training with our trainer and your dog at the trainer's home and in public settings. We will determine what your dog finds reinforcing, whether that be their food, soft or crunchy treats, toys, praise, affection or real-life rewards (such as sniffing or going outside). We use Ruffwear harnesses, leash safety straps, and Fi Smart Dog (GPS tracking) collars on our client dogs whenever they are taken off of the property.
We require all potential clients wanting to enter their dog into our Service Dog Board and Train Program to complete our Service Dog Evaluation. This takes place in a public setting, and allows us to see how your dog reacts to different stimuli in a new environment. The $50 evaluation charge does go towards the cost of your Board and Train Program if they successfully pass the Evaluation.
We also require a visit to your veterinarian to ensure your dog is in optimal health no more than 10 days prior to starting your Program. This ensures that your dog is healthy, nutritionally sound and likely able to physically and mentally handle the potential stress of being away from home.
All dogs must show veterinarian proof of current vaccinations (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella) or a current titer test as well as flea/tick prevention. We ask that you provide enough food to last your dog during their stay to minimize upset stomach.
Service Dogs and Service Dogs in Training who enter into our Board and Train program must be potty trained and comfortable being in a crate. Your dog will be in their crate during mealtimes, overnight sleeping hours and if the trainer needs to leave for a lesson/errand and no one is home. This is done for the dog's safety.
Female dogs must be either spayed or not in season. The training process can be disrupted for females in heat.
We require a $500 non-refundable deposit to hold your spot in the program. The remainder of the fee must be paid no later than 72 hours prior to the commencement of training. You will receive an invoice for your Service Dog Board & Train program; we accept payments via Square, Venmo, Zelle and Cash. Our Board & Train program (minus the deposit) are refundable up to 10 days prior to your confirmed start date.
We do offer payment plans, but balance must be paid off *prior* to your dog starting their Service Dog Board & Train Program.
We include pick up and drop off for our Service Dog Board and Train clients who reside in the greater Phoenix area.
We can provide transportation for clients outside of our service area for an additional fee of $2/per mile for zip codes 35 miles outside of 85258.
2 Week Service Dog Board and Train Investment - $1,600
Includes complimentary pick up & drop off at your home if located in our service area
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14 Days of one-on-one training
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Dogs 5 months old and up are eligible
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60 Minute virtual consultation
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Curriculum is customized to your needs - this can include Public Access practice, task training, basic/advanced manners or introducing/proofing other skills
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Optional bath before going home
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One 60 minute private lesson at drop off
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One 60 minute virtual lesson within 4 weeks after program ends
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One 1 hour follow up private lesson in public within 4 weeks after program ends
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Includes a training pack (treat pouch, clicker, bag of treats)
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Email, virtual and text support for 6 months
3 Week Service Dog Board and Train Investment - $2,400
Includes complimentary pick up & drop off at your home if located in our service area
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21 Days of one-on-one training
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Dogs 5 months old and up are eligible
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60 Minute virtual consultation
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Curriculum is customized to your needs - this can include Public Access practice, task training, basic/advanced manners or introducing/proofing other skills
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Optional bath before going home
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One 60 minute private lesson at drop off
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One 60 minute virtual lesson within 4 weeks after program ends
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Two 1 hour follow up private lessons in public within 6 weeks after program ends
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Includes a training pack (treat pouch, clicker, bag of treats)
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Email, virtual and text support for 6 months
4 Week Service Dog Board and Train Investment - $3,100
Includes complimentary pick up & drop off at your home if located in our service area
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28 Days of one-on-one training
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Dogs 5 months old and up are eligible
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60 Minute virtual consultation
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Curriculum is customized to your needs - this can include Public Access practice, task training, basic/advanced manners or introducing/proofing other skills
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Optional bath before going home
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One 60 minute private lesson at drop off
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One 60 minute virtual lesson within 4 weeks after program ends
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Three 1 hour follow up private lessons in public within 8 weeks after program ends
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Includes a training pack (treat pouch, clicker, bag of treats)
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Email, virtual and text support for 8 months
6 Week Service Dog Board and Train Investment - $4,500
Includes complimentary pick up & drop off at your home if located in our service area
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42 Days of one-on-one training
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Dogs 5 months old and up are eligible
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60 Minute virtual consultation
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Curriculum is customized to your needs - this can include Public Access practice, task training, basic/advanced manners or introducing/proofing other skills
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Optional bath before going home
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One 60 minute private lesson at drop off
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One 60 minute virtual lesson within 4 weeks after program ends
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Five 1 hour follow up private lessons in public within 12 weeks after program ends
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Includes a training pack (treat pouch, clicker, bag of treats)
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Email, virtual and text support for 12 months
If your dog has previously successfully completed one of our previous Board and Train Programs, they are eligible for our Refresher Program - this is a great option if you are needing some things touched up on, or want to introduce a new behavior or task.
Refresher Board and Train Investment - $700 per week
Includes complimentary pick up & drop off at your home if located in our service area
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7 Days minimum of one-on-one training
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Dogs 6 months old and up are eligible
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Dog must have previously successfully completed one of our Board and Train Programs
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30 Minute virtual consultation
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Curriculum is customized to your needs - this can include Public Access practice, task training, basic/advanced manners or introducing/proofing other skills
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Optional bath before going home
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One 60 minute private lesson at drop off
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One 60 minute virtual lesson within 4 weeks after program ends
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Email, virtual and text support for 3 months
For more information about our Service Dog Board and Train program, or to schedule your dog for our Service Dog Board and Train program, please fill out our contact form below.
We offer payment plans for everyone, as well as discounts for
BIPOC, new puppy adopters, teachers, first responders, active military and veterans.
All training programs are non-refundable once started. Discounts are only applicable to in-person training sessions.