Typical range$1,500 to $2,500+for a stay of about 2 to 3 weeksGeneral estimates only. Prices vary by trainer, dog and market.
How to judge a program before you pay
- Where the dog sleeps at night, whether alone or with others, and how the space is kept comfortable in Utah's hot summers and snowy winters.
- How many dogs one trainer handles at a time, since fewer dogs usually means more one-on-one work.
- Which training tools and rewards are used, and whether the trainer will show you a session instead of describing it.
- How the daily schedule balances training, exercise, meals and rest.
- How the stay ends: handoff lessons, written notes and a plan for the first week at home.
- Written terms covering vaccines, illness, emergencies and what happens if you need to pick your dog up early.
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Ground rules for this guide
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Good questions
Before you begin.
What happens during a typical day of a stay?
Days often mix short training sessions, exercise, meals and plenty of rest. Ask a trainer for a sample schedule and what a quiet day looks like.
How do I check on my dog while away?
Ask how updates are shared and how often. Photos or short videos are common, and a good program also explains how they handle a dog who is stressed.
Will the training hold after I bring my dog home?
Results depend on practice. The handoff lesson, a written plan and steady routines at home matter as much as the stay itself.
Can any dog do a board and train?
Not every dog. Very anxious dogs, seniors or dogs with health needs may do better with lessons at home. Ask a trainer for an honest opinion on fit.