Positive reinforcement is a training method that rewards desirable behavior in order to encourage their repetition, while ignoring or redirecting undesirable behavior's. Rewards can include treats, praise, or other positive experiences. 

A mentor dog is a well trained, well behaved dog who helps teach and model desirable behaviors to other dogs in the program. Mentor dogs are carefully selected for their calm, patient, and friendly temperament. 

During the board & program, your dog will spend time with us at our home privately for a set period of time. We will work with your dog every day, using our positive training techniques and mentor dogs to teach them new behaviors and reinforce making good choices.

We welcome all breeds and ages of dogs to participate in our program. However, we do require that all dogs be up to date on their vaccinations, flea/tick/heartworm prevention and be free of any communicable diseases. 

We understand that you may miss your dog while they are with us, but we ask that you refrain from visiting during their stay. This is to ensure that your dog remains focused on their training and does not become overly excited or distracted.

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Once your dog has completed the program, we will schedule a session to review what your dog has learned and how you can continue to reinforce their training at home. We also offer follow up training sessions and support as needed. You pup will also be eligible for exclusive graduate services!

Creating a well balanced dog takes commitment. Dogs are opportunistic creatures. Once they learn a pattern or behavior that gains them the highest immediate reward, they will repeat that behavior. Dog's learn that people are not usually as patient in real life as they are in "training sessions". This, unfortunately for you, means it is not as

simple as "practice makes perfect. Each dog is different and you must be committed to putting in the time and effort if you want a well behaved dog.