Board and Train Programs
Puppy Jump Start (2 Weeks)
Early foundation and prevention: crate training, potty training, a marker system and environmental socialization.
Freedom: Level 2 (5 Weeks)
Advanced obedience and off-leash reliability, using e-collar communication to strengthen leash skills and build off-leash control.
Core: Level 1 (3 Weeks)
Foundation and structure: leash manners, obedience basics and house rules. Ideal for dogs 5 months and older.
Elite: Level 3 (8 Weeks)
Advanced immersion and behavior modification for dogs with more serious behavior problems.
Is Board and Train Right for Your Dog?
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Your dog pulls, jumps or ignores you outside the house
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Your dog barks or lunges at other dogs on walks
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You want reliable recall and off-leash freedom
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You have a new puppy and want the right start
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You're busy and want faster results than weekly lessons allow
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Your dog has aggression or bite history (start with a behavior assessment)
A Day in the Life of a Board and Train Dog
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Morning: Potty break, structured walk and the first training session of the day
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Midday: Calm crate rest. Learning to settle is part of the training
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Afternoon: Real-world field trip around Chicago: sidewalks, parks, traffic and distractions
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Evening: Second training session, enrichment and play
What's Included
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Daily one-on-one training with a professional trainer
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Real-world outings for exposure and confidence
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Private hand-off lessons for you
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At-home training videos and a written plan
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Support after your dog comes home
Before Your Dog Arrives
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Current Rabies, Bordetella, Distemper and Parvo vaccines