About Our B&T Programs
Our company offers a personalized experience catering our programs to each individual dog and their owner(s). With our years of experience, we understand that dogs need real-life training for real-life results. We prioritize quality over quantity, focusing on exposing dogs to the situations and scenarios they will encounter in the real world.
To equip you and your dog with the necessary tools, skills, and knowledge for success in your daily routine, training must occur in an environment similar to the one in which they will live. Therefore, your dog stays and lives with us, rather than in a kennel. This approach helps your dog learn not only obedience but also the rules and boundaries of living with people, both inside and outside the home.
By limiting the number of dogs we take in at any given time, we ensure our attention remains where it should be: on our clients and their dogs, rather than on maximizing profits. This limited capacity also benefits dogs with reactivity and aggression issues, preventing these issues from worsening in a kennel environment.
Puppies and young dogs also thrive better in a more controlled environment, without the stress of 30-plus dogs reacting to every passerby. This approach prevents them from picking up undesirable behaviors.
Our Board and Train programs include ongoing support and resources. We provide a two hour In-Home Go-Home Lesson, 4 In-Home Follow-Up Lessons, free phone support and free group classes for the life of your dog. All the necessary equipment to ensure effective training and communication with your dog is also included.
Our program lengths are thoughtfully designed to reflect the importance of having a reliable and confident canine companion. While our programs are customizable in length, we believe that quality training takes time and patience. We don't rush through the process just to move clients in and out quickly. Instead, we focus on ensuring that both you and your dog are genuinely learning and retaining the skills presented. By taking this time, we’re able to deliver results that truly matter. However, if we find that your dog is retaining and learning the skills at an acceptable rate we are flexible on program lengths and pricing will be reflective of the time spent with us.
Board and Train Guarentee
If, by the end of your dog's program, we are not satisfied with the progress made, we will extend your dog's stay and/or provide additional in-home lessons at no extra charge. Furthermore, if we do not achieve the desired outcomes by the conclusion of our follow-up lessons, we will offer additional lessons at no extra cost. A minimum number of days your dog is in training is required for guarantee to be valid. This will be determined in the evaluation and is dependent upon the specific goals and needs for training. Does not include specialized training.
Puppy Board and Train
For Puppies 12 weeks to 6 months. In the Puppy Board and Train Program, we focus on mastering the basics. Your puppy will learn to walk on a loose leash, sit, down, place, and an introduction to recall on a long line. We emphasize creating a sense of value in ourselves through engagement games, helping your puppy understand that we are more relevant than outside distractions. This is achieved by demonstrating that we control resources they value and having them work for these resources in an appropriate and structured manner. Additionally, your puppy will learn to navigate a household and acquire essential house commands and manners, such as boundary training, managing arousal levels in different environments, and addressing nuisance behaviors like counter surfing, rummaging in the trash, and potty training. The Puppy Board and Train Includes: 2-3 Hour Go-Home Lesson 4 In-Home Follow Up Lessons Unlimited Follow Up Lessons at Brighton Rec Center Equipment Necessary for Communication 4 Week Puppy Program: $2,700 *10% Off Cash Discount *15% Off Military and First Responder
On-Leash Board and Train
The On-Leash training program designed for adult dogs needing additional guidance. Reactivity and aggression can be addressed in this program but may take more time. We focus on rebuilding a strong foundation for your dog to succeed in their daily life and routine with you. This involves teaching your dog that resources must be earned through appropriate and structured behavior. We also establish clear rules and boundaries to address inappropriate and problematic behaviors. Your dog will learn the core five commands: sit, down, place, heel, and intro to recall on a long line. They will also begin to understand how to manage their arousal and recognize that being calm is the way to achieve their desired outcomes. On-Leash Board and Train Includes: 2-3 hour Go-Home Lesson 4 In-Home Lessons Unlimited Lessons at Brighton Rec Equipment Necessary for Communication 20 Day Program: $2,300 *10% Off Cash Discount *15% Off Military and First Responder
Off-Leash (ECollar) Board and Train
Our Off Leash Board and Train is our most popular training service. With our most comprehensive and in depth option, this program gets you the results you need the quickest- without cutting corners. Your dog will learn On and Off Leash Obedience skills. As well as, understanding the ECollar regarding house manners and commands, and understanding that the Ecollar is not just a corrective tool. In doing so, your dog will learn that the Ecollar activates behavior first, and then deactivates later. When trained this way, behaviors become more powerful in their understanding. Reactivity and mild aggression can be addressed through these programs, though additional time and consistent effort may be required to achieve the desired outcomes. Off Leash Board and Train Includes: 2-3 hour Go-Home Lesson 5 In-Home Lessons Unlimited Lessons at Brighton Rec Equipment Necessary for Communication 4 Week Off Leash Program: $3,250 *10% Off Cash Discount *15% Off Military and First Responder
Aggression Rehabilitation
The Behavior Modification Board and Train Program is best suited for dogs that are experiencing severe problems with aggression towards dogs and/or people. This program may not be necessary depending on the severity of the aggression. Dogs who experience some form or aggression and reactivity may be able to be placed in the Standard or Off Leash programs. In order for new patterns of behavior to take hold extensive time and repetitions in a controlled manner around your dog’s triggers is crucial. It is also imperative for certain lifestyle changes to take place in order for you and your dog’s routine to become predictable and structured. If your dog is experiencing severe problems of human aggression Private Lessons may be needed prior to the program. This will aid in building a rapport with your dog and limit problems with me. Your dog is also required to be willing to go in and out of a crate without issues. $1350 per week *10% Off Cash Discount *15% Off Military and First Responder
Personal Protection Development
This program is intended for suitable puppies and dogs looking to gain an edge in their development. This program is completely catered to your dog and where they are in their training. Our focus can be on different aspects of training and living with a working K9. This can include, proper bite mechanics, showing different target areas, introducing and working on civil agitation. We also work on training an "off switch." Obedience can and will be worked on to ensure that you have ultimate control when you need it. Control is paramount when owning and handling working K9s to mitigate any liabilities. Program length varies depending on how far you want your puppy or dog to go. Completion of this program gives access to our Personal Protection Group Class and discounts on Private Lessons for continued development. Price: $1400 per week *10% Off Cash Discount *15% Off Military and First Responder
