Dog Training & Boarding


BEHAVIOR Board & Train
$230 per day
Behavior Board & Train at Wild Spirit Canine Training
Compassionate Behavior Modification. Individualized Care. Lasting Change.
Our Behavior Board & Train program is designed specifically for dogs struggling with more complex behavioral challenges. Whether your dog has a history of fear, aggression, resource guarding, reactivity, anxiety, or difficulty coping with everyday life, our goal is to help them feel safer, more confident, and develop healthier coping skills.
Behavior change isn't about "fixing" your dog, it's about understanding why the behavior is happening, addressing the underlying emotions driving it, and teaching both dogs and their humans new ways to navigate the world together.
Unlike traditional boarding facilities, dogs stay in a calm, home-style environment where they receive individualized care, structured routines, and 3–4 personalized behavior modification sessions each day with a certified behavior professional. Every training plan is customized to your dog's history, temperament, learning style, and behavior goals.
🐾 Behavioral Concerns We Commonly Work With
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Fear and anxiety
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Fear-based aggression
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Resource guarding (food, toys, people, spaces)
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Dog reactivity and dog aggression
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Stranger danger
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Leash reactivity
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Handling and grooming sensitivity
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Barrier frustration
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Territorial behaviors
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Separation-related distress
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Confidence building for fearful or shut-down dogs
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Impulse control and emotional regulation
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Other behavior concerns evaluated on a case-by-case basis
🐾 What's Included
✔ 3–4 Individual Behavior Modification Sessions Daily
Each session is customized to your dog's specific behavior goals using humane, science-based training methods.
✔ Overnight Boarding in a Low-Stress Home Environment
Dogs stay in a quiet, structured setting designed to promote relaxation and learning.
✔ Comprehensive Behavior Assessment & Personalized Training Plan
Training begins with evaluating your dog's triggers, body language, motivations, and emotional state before creating an individualized behavior modification plan.
✔ Confidence Building & Emotional Wellness
Enrichment, decompression walks, choice-based learning, scent work, confidence exercises, and species-appropriate activities are incorporated throughout each day.
✔ Structured Training Outings (When Appropriate)
For dogs who are ready, carefully planned outings help practice skills in real-world environments while remaining below threshold. Every outing is tailored to the individual dog's progress and comfort level.
✔ Daily Progress Updates
Receive photos, videos, and detailed updates so you can follow your dog's journey throughout their stay.
✔ Go-Home Transfer Lesson
Before your dog returns home, we'll spend time teaching you the handling skills, management strategies, and training techniques necessary for continued success.
✔ Written Behavior Plan
You'll leave with detailed homework, management recommendations, and step-by-step exercises to continue progress at home.
✔ Post-Program Support
Behavior modification doesn't end when your dog goes home. We're here to support you as you continue building on your dog's success.
🐾 Who This Program Is For
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Dogs with a history of aggression toward people or other dogs
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Fearful or anxious dogs needing confidence-building
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Dogs struggling with resource guarding
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Dogs displaying reactive behaviors on walks or around visitors
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Families needing professional guidance with complex behavior issues
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Guardians committed to long-term behavior change and ongoing training
Why Choose Wild Spirit Canine Training?
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Certified behavior professional using welfare-driven, science-based methods
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We address the underlying emotions, not just the outward behavior
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Relationship-based training built on trust, safety, and communication
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Small program size to ensure individualized attention and care
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Home-style environment that minimizes stress and supports learning
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Customized behavior plans.
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Honest expectations and transparent communication throughout your dog's stay
Requirements
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Initial behavior consultation required before enrollment (possibly multiple)
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Meet & greet required (when appropriate and safe)
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Up-to-date Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella vaccinations
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Detailed behavioral history questionnaire completed prior to admission
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Veterinary/Veterinary Behaviorist records
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Dogs with a bite history or significant aggression are evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure the program is an appropriate fit
Important Note
Behavior modification is a process, not a quick fix. While many dogs make tremendous progress during their stay, lasting success depends on consistency, management, and continued practice once they return home. Our goal is to provide your dog with a strong foundation while equipping you with the knowledge and skills to continue their progress for years to come.
Ready to help your dog feel safer, more confident, and successful?
Contact Wild Spirit Canine Training today to schedule your behavior consultation and determine if our Behavior Board & Train program is the right fit for your dog.
A $200 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your training dates. The deposit will be applied toward your final invoice.
Fill Out A Board and Train Request Form
🐾 Puppy Group Training at Island Dog Training Co.
$299 / 6 Weeks
Our Puppy Group Classes are designed to give your puppy the best possible start in a structured, supportive, and social environment. These classes focus on building strong foundations, confidence, and human-dog communication while helping your puppy learn alongside others.
Perfect for young puppies in their critical learning stage, this program sets the tone for a well-mannered, well-adjusted adult dog.
What We’ll Work On:
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Basic obedience (sit, down, come, leash walking)
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Puppy manners (no jumping, mouthing)
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Socialization with people, environments, and other puppies
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Confidence building and exposure to new experiences
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Impulse control and focus around distractions
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Introduction to settling and stationing/place
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Opportunity to advance (including CGC or other advanced work)
What to Expect:
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Structured weekly group classes in a safe, controlled setting
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Guidance from a professional trainer throughout each session
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Opportunities for safe, appropriate puppy socialization
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Step-by-step exercises you can easily practice at home
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Positive, welfare-driven training methods that build trust and clarity
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Support and guidance between classes as needed
Why Choose Group Puppy Training?
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Builds early social skills in a controlled environment
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Helps puppies learn to focus around distractions
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Great for developing confidence and resilience
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Connects you with a community of fellow puppy owners
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Sets a strong foundation for lifelong training success
Ready to give your puppy the best start?
Join our Jolly Dog Training Classes at Island Dog Training Co. and start building a confident companion from the very beginning.
Spots are limited—reserve your place today!
Fill Out A Group Training Form
Holiday rates
There will be an additional fee for Board and Train and Boarding of $30 per day per dog on these Holidays:
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Memorial Day weekend
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Easter weekend
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Independence Day Weekend
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Labor Day Weekend
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Thanksgiving Week
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Christmas and New Year December 22nd-January 2nd
Pup Taxi rates
Pick up and drop off is available for an additional fee dependent on distance from our location to the desired pick up/drop off location.





