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Board-and-Train Programs

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Basic Program

This 14-day program is perfect for dogs that need a strong start in basic obedience. Basic Board-and-Train provides the essential skills your dog needs to be a well-behaved and happy companion, these are the fundamentals that your dog will use their whole life.

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Intermediate Program

The 21-day Intermediate Board-and-Train program builds on your dog’s basic training, reinforcing foundational commands and introducing more advanced skills. Ideal for dogs ready to strengthen obedience or address specific challenges, this program provides focused, professional guidance.

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Advanced Program

The 28-day Advanced Board-and-Train program can focus on off-leash reliability, behavioral modification, task training, or all three! Your dog will gain advanced skills, confidence, and dependable performance in challenging situations.

Who is A Good Fit for Board-and-Train?

Board and Train Programs Are Ideal For:

Busy Schedule?
Board & Train offers a hands-off training option. Your dog lives with a professional trainer and receives daily structure, guidance, and practice, while you focus on your life.

Behavioral Challenges
For dogs struggling with reactivity, fear, anxiety, or aggression, this program offers a structured and controlled environment for faster, safer progress with expert guidance.

Puppies & Young Dogs
Start strong with early obedience, socialization, confidence-building, and good manners to prevent bad habits before they start.

Need Consistency?
If training at home feels overwhelming or inconsistent, we establish clear expectations and reliable behaviors that you can easily maintain.

Advanced Goals
Ideal for off-leash reliability, public access, and service-dog prep. Focused training builds high-level skills that go beyond basic obedience.

 

Training, Behavior & Enrichment Upgrades

Training/ Behavior Add-Ons
  • Additional Field Trip / Public Outing $75 (45min)
    Focused real-world training in public environments such as pet-friendly stores, parks, nature trails, pet-friendly shopping centers, or patio settings.
    Ideal for generalization, confidence building, neutrality, and distraction training.
  • Service Dog Task-Training Add-On $250 per task
    Customized disability-related skill development tailored to the handler’s needs.
    Requires eligibility approval.
  • Additional Transfer Session $120 (60minutes)
    Additional one-on-one coaching beyond the included go-home session, in person or virtual.
Enrichment Add-Ons
  • Structured Enrichment Session $25
    Activity tailored to the dog’s drive level: puzzle work, confidence courses, shaping games, scent games, problem-solving, canine fitness, etc.
  • Sniffari Walk / Enrichment Outing $35
    Slow-paced decompression walk designed for mental stimulation, environmental confidence, and natural canine behavior.
  • Confidence + Obstacle Course Session $35
    Exposure to new surfaces, movement, textures, and controlled stress-recovery opportunities.
  • Training Calm Cue $35
    Guided decompression for dogs who benefit from structured calm work.

 

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Here is an overview of what our programs include:

Basic 

$2,500+

14 Day Program
  • Basic Program Includes
    • Sit
    • Stay
    • Down
    • Place
    • Heel
    • Recall
    • Kennel Training
    • Loose Leash Walking
    • Impulse Control
    • Manners In and Out of Home
    • Greetings with People and Dogs
    • Threshold Training

    • Two 1/ hr Go Home Session

    All programs include the tools we'll use to train your pup + you take them home to use after!

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Intermediate

$3,750+

21 Day Program
  • Intermediate Program Includes
    • Sit
    • Stay
    • Down
    • Place
    • Heel
    • Recall
    • Kennel Training
    • Loose Leash Walking
    • Impulse Control
    • Manners In and Out of Home
    • Greetings with People and Dogs
    • Threshold Training 

    • Begin off-leash basics
    • Handler Focus
    • Public Outings to proof skills 
    • Two 1/ hr Go Home Session


    All programs include the tools we'll use to train your pup + you take them home to use after!

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Advanced

$4,850+

28 Day Program
  • Advanced Program Includes
    • Sit
    • Stay
    • Down
    • Place
    • Heel
    • Recall
    • Kennel Training
    • Loose Leash Walking
    • Impulse Control
    • Manners In and Out of Home
    • Greetings with People and Dogs
    • Threshold Training
    • Off-leash Sit 
    • Off-leash Stay
    • Off-leash Down
    • Off-leash Place
    • Off-leash Heel

    • Off-leash Recall
    • Public Outings to proof skills
    • Practice Commands in Real Life Situations
    • Off-Leash Freedom, take your dog hiking and on adventures
    • Two 1/ hr sessions (middle and end of training)

    All programs include the tools we'll use to train your pup + you take them home to use after!
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About Dinah & The Dogs

Hi, My name is Dinah Anderson.

 Hi there! I understand that training isn’t just about the dog; it’s about building a mutual understanding and trust. I aim to help your dog become confident and well-behaved while ensuring you comprehend how your dog feels and processes their environment. Trust is a two-way street, and I’m here to help you and your dog navigate it together.

I’m currently studying Psychology at the University of Memphis and have dedicated over five years to training dogs. My journey in expanding my training education is ongoing because I believe in providing the best for you and your pup.

With a heart full of love for all things canine, I’m here to help you achieve your training goals, whether it’s basic obedience or service dog training. My approach is designed to make your dog happy, well-adjusted, and obedient.

Book a session with me today to start building a more trusting and loving relationship with your dog!

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