Board & Train
Welcome to our Board and Train program, designed specifically for dogs in need of a more immersive training experience. With a focus on dogs struggling with aggression, extreme reactivity, and fear or anxiety, this unique hybrid service combines the expedited results of living with a trainer with the owner inclusion and peace of mind of private lessons.
Behavior modification is the bread and butter of Marvelous K9. Whether your dog is so fearful they can’t enjoy daily life, treats neighborhood walks like they’re entering a war zone, or have put teeth on your guests or family, we have seen it all and we welcome them here!
In 6 to 8 weeks, we will help your dog build confidence, develop healthy habits, and learn to be a model canine citizen. And, so you don’t feel left in the dust while your dog makes this big transformation, we will bring them to you every two weeks for mid-program private lessons!
We’ve found that involving owners as much as possible throughout the process, as opposed to flooding you with 2 months worth of information after all the training is complete, is much more effective and provides long lasting results for everyone involved. This also makes the transition back home immensely easier, since we get multiple opportunities to work with you and your dog together and make sure you are on the same page.
If you’re tired of stressing out over your dog’s behavior and want to see life-altering change in them and yourself, schedule your evaluation today!
How Does It Work?
To ensure the most individualized training, we only take one to two dogs into our board & train program per month. During their time here, we will develop a strong foundation based on your overall goals. We understanding, our dogs are some of the most important beings in our lives, but that doesn’t mean we love everything about their day to day behavior. If your dog displays aggression towards other dogs or people or struggles with excessive amounts of fear or anxiety, we are here to help them.
During their 6- to 8-week program (depending on the severity of the behavior and your goals), we will bring your dog to your home or a spot local to you for multiple private lessons, usually every two weeks. This will help keep you involved throughout the entire training process, and allow you to see and feel firsthand how much progress your dog is making. It will also teach your dog to listen to and follow you, not just the trainer!
This is not a “send your dog away and they will be completely fixed when you get them back” kind of program. We will lay the groundwork, and then work with and support you in the following weeks/months to build upon everything your dog learned with us. This will give you that stress free life with your dog you’ve always wanted!
What you can expect:
Thorough weekly updates about your dog’s progress
Multiple mid-program private lessons to keep you up to speed, firsthand
Healthy socialization with a group of balanced dogs
Exposure and real world training with our training field trips to dog friendly parks and stores
Multiple, daily training sessions to ensure expedited results
Extensive go-home lesson to ensure a smooth transition back into your home
Program Length: 6 to 8 Weeks
Investment: starting at $5700 (paid in at least two installments - payment plans can be arranged)