Specialized Board and Train Programs for Puppies and Puppy-Loving Adult Dogs
At Denver Dream Dog, I specialize in Board and Train programs for puppies, but I also welcome puppy-loving adult dogs! In this training experience, your puppy or dog will live with me in my home. We focus daily on carefully selected training goals to ensure the best outcomes for your dog.
Program Highlights:
- Fun and Demanding Environment: While the Board and Train program is demanding, it is also fun! There are never more than 2 pups at a time in the training program. But during breaks, your dog will romp and roll around with other fun boarding dogs – many are Denver Dream Dog graduates!
- Individual and Group Training: Your dog will receive focused, private obedience training throughout the day, as well as obedience games with other pups in a group setting.
- Free In-Person Transfer Session: When you pick up your pooch, we offer a complimentary in-person transfer session.
- Personalized Training Video: You will also receive a personalized training video detailing all the skills and commands as a reference. This empowers you to use the new skills at home.
**Please note: These are *not* programs that cover emotional/behavioral issues such as separation anxiety, excessive barking, reactivity on walks, etc. If you are struggling with behavioral issues, please click here to get the help you need.
We have two programs below for you to choose from. And when you are ready, just click this button to schedule!
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LEVEL 1 PUPSTART – Puppy Training for Ages 8-12 Weeks:
Our PupStart program focuses on developing good potty habits, comfort in the crate, and fundamental obedience skills for your puppy.
Program Options:
- 10-day Program (minimum): $2400 (minimum)
- 2-week Program (recommended): $2800
What Your Puppy Will Learn:
- Housetraining: Establish good potty habits
- Basic Obedience Skills: We teach the skills that make it easier to live with an active puppy — Sit, short Stays, Coming When Called, “Leave It” (invaluable with an inquisitive puppy!), and “Space” (to address jumping up on people with that normal puppy exuberance).
- Behavioral Training: Curb puppy nipping (to save your hands) and practice appropriate chew habits (to save your furniture).
- Socialization: Interact and play politely with other puppies. This is where puppies develop confidence in themselves, and joy in other dogs!
Note: While your puppy will receive an introduction to housetraining, their ability to “hold it” will increase as they mature. It’s crucial to maintain a regular schedule of frequent outings.
In addition, some puppies have already had a negative experience in the crate before they come to me. That is not a problem! But sometimes the pup needs extra time to learn to relax and enjoy sleepytime. That progress may need to continue when you take the puppy back home. Dogs are individuals, and they learn (and re-learn) at different speeds.
LEVEL 2 PUPTEEN – Puppy Training for Ages 12 weeks or older, including adults:
Our PupTeen Program is focused exclusively on obedience training now that your pup is potty trained! Our program covers a wide range of skills, setting us apart from most others!
- 2-week program: $2400
What Your Puppy Will Learn:
- Sit
- Down
- Stay in Both Positions
- Loose Leash Walk
- Coming When Called
- Space (to address jumping up)
- Leave It (to disengage from something)
- How to Self-Calm
LEVEL 1 & LEVEL 2 – THE WORKS:
This covers the material in BOTH levels and takes a puppy all the way from initial potty training and crate training, all the way to a full set of strong obedience skills.
* 3-week program: $3900
Our Unique Approach:
It’s a brain workout to cover so many concepts, but your dog will also have plenty of downtime to relax. Your little one can explore the oversized yard, roll in the shade with their new canine besties, and enjoy lots of belly rubs from their trainer!
The Denver Dream Dog obedience program focuses on joy, enthusiasm, and the love of learning!
The PupStart and PupTeen programs are ideal for various scenarios:
- Are you leaving town and would like to have your dog professionally trained and cared for while you are gone?
- Does your puppy need to learn good house manners, but you just have too much on your plate right now?
- Do you have a new pup or dog, but the work schedule keeps you from providing the training he needs?
- Would you prefer your pup learn in a welcoming home-based environment, rather than an institutional facility?
Health and Safety Guidelines:
Large Adult Dogs and Giant Breeds: Due to our focus on puppies, accommodating very large adult dogs or giant breeds can be challenging. However, we would love to meet your dog personally to determine if it’s a good fit.
Public Daycare/Kennel Break: If your dog attends public daycare, kennels, or dog parks, please allow a 2-week break before attending Denver Dream Dog. This helps prevent the spread of contagious health issues common at large facilities.
Aggression or Reactivity: To ensure the safety of all dogs in our care, the Board & Train program is not suitable for dogs with aggression or reactivity issues toward other dogs. But we offer private instruction to support any problem areas for your dog!
Interested in just boarding with no training? Click to learn about the Denver Dream Dog Hotel.
