Board and Train | Lasting Results for Harrisburg Area Dogs

Program details

Calm dog laying down during obedience training session, building focus

Training your dog while learning techniques yourself can feel overwhelming. That’s why our board and train program takes the pressure off by having your dog live and train in the comfort of the trainer’s home. Unlike commercial dog training facilities, our home-based setting eliminates the stress of excessive noise, crowded spaces, and unfamiliar environments. Your dog will benefit from a calm atmosphere, allowing them to focus and learn effectively while reducing the risks associated with crowded boarding facilities.

During their stay, your dog will master the skills needed to become a well-behaved companion. To ensure lasting success, we provide personalized lessons to help you maintain their progress at home. It's the ideal balance of professional training and comfort for your dog. For a dog to be eligible for a board and train program, dogs must be at least 6 months of age and up-to-date on their vaccinations within 3 years.

Our board and train program includes:

  • Customized training focused on obedience or behavior modification, depending on your dog’s specific needs

  • Immersive 4-8 week "live and train" experience at the trainer’s home

  • Two go-home lessons to ensure a smooth transition and continued success

  • Three personalized training sessions with the trainer each day

  • Daily walks and structured exercise to promote balance and well-being

  • Opportunities for socialization with well-mannered dogs and people

  • Weekly offsite training sessions to prepare your dog for real-world situations

  • Ongoing support for life, with discounted refresher lessons available

    Eligibility: Dogs 6 months or older with up-to-date vaccinations and no symptoms of illness.

    Let us help you achieve a well-mannered, happy dog—stress-free!

Happy dog enjoying outdoor training session, showcasing improved behavior.

Obedience (4-6 weeks)

  • Basic On-Leash Training (4 weeks):
    Your dog will learn essential skills such as:

    • Crate Training: Teaching your dog to enjoy and settle calmly in their crate.

    • Loose Leash Walking: Eliminating pulling and ensuring enjoyable walks.

    • Sit & Down: Foundational commands for control and focus.

    • Heel: Walking politely by your side without straying.

    • Place Command: Staying on a designated spot for calm behavior.

    • Duration Training: Building patience and maintaining commands over time.

    • Manners Training: Addressing minor behavioral issues like counter-surfing, jumping on people, door bolting, food stealing,

    • Housetraining: Teaching dogs to eliminate appropriately outside or in designated indoor areas.

  • Advanced Off-Leash Training (6 weeks):
    Includes all Basic Training plus:

    • Off-Leash Sit & Down

    • Off-Leash Heel

    • Off Leash Place

    • Off-leash Recall (“Come”): Ensuring your dog returns to you promptly and reliably, no matter the distractions.

This program creates a well-mannered, obedient dog both at home and in public spaces.

Joyful dog with wagging tail after successful obedience training

Behavior Modification (6-8 weeks)

  • Personalized Training Plan: Tailored strategies to address aggression, fear, anxiety, or reactive behaviors.

  • Confidence Building: Exercises to improve emotional well-being and reduce stress in new or challenging situations.

  • Socialization and Exposure: Safe interactions with people, dogs, and new environments to encourage calm behavior.

  • Structured Routine: Tailored daily schedules to reduce anxiety, promote stability, and bring predictability to your dog’s life.

    Customized training to reduce aggression, fear, or reactivity, build confidence, and promote lasting calmness.