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When dropping off your pup the only thing you need to bring is their food! Bedding, dishes, toys, and treats will be provided by Pawsitive Dog Training School.
No — your dog will not think you abandoned them during their Board and Train program. While it’s normal for dogs to experience a brief adjustment period when first separated from their family, they quickly adapt to their new routine in a structured training environment.
At our 9-acre dog training facility, your pup is cared for daily by professional trainers who ensure they feel safe, engaged, and supported. The immersive nature of a board and train program actually helps reduce separation anxiety by giving your dog clear structure, consistent training, and positive experiences.
When it’s time to reunite, your dog will be excited to see you — and thanks to the skills learned during training, your bond will grow even stronger. Many owners find that their dogs come home more confident, obedient, and happier after their stay.
Yes. We require all dogs to be fully vaccinated, and on a flea and tick preventative. Proof of vaccination is required for all classes and board and train bookings.
We require the following Vaccines for all dogs:
Shea & Jess are balanced dog trainers, which means he uses all four quadrants of operant conditioning to create clear communication and effective results for both dogs and their owners. Unlike trainers who rely exclusively on one method, a balanced approach allows Shea to adapt training techniques to each dog’s personality, learning style, and specific behavioral needs.
What Does Balanced Training Mean?
Balanced training combines:
By using all four tools of operant conditioning, Shea provides dogs with clear structure, consistency, and fairness—leading to reliable obedience and improved behavior both at home and in public.
Recommended Reading:
To gain a deeper understanding of our training philosophy, he recommends the book How Dogs Learn by Dr. Mary R. Burch and Dr. Jon S. Bailey, which explains the science behind dog learning theory and operant conditioning in training.
All dogs enrolled in our Board & Train programs receive a premium E-Collar Technologies training collar to continue their progress at home. The model most often used by Shea is the Mini Educator, one of the most trusted and versatile remote training collars available today.
Features of the Mini Educator E-Collar:
These collars are not only included with our Board & Train programs, but are also available for non-board and train clients who want to use the same high-quality equipment recommended by professionals.
Why Use an E-Collar?
✔️ Provides reliable communication at a distance
✔️ Supports off-leash training and better focus in distracting environments
✔️ Builds consistency between trainer and owner handling
✔️ Used by thousands of professional trainers for obedience and behavior training
Set your dog up for success with our Exclusive Dog Training Equipment Package, available only to our training clients. This package includes everything you need to reinforce your dog’s obedience training at home using the same professional-grade tools our trainers rely on every day.
What’s Included in the Dog Training Equipment Package:
Why Choose Our Equipment Package?
✔️ Curated by professional dog trainers for maximum effectiveness
✔️ Provides all the tools you need for obedience, leash work, and focus training
✔️ Ensures consistency between your lessons and at-home practice
✔️ High-quality, durable gear that supports both beginners and advanced handlers
This all-in-one training equipment package is exclusive to our training clients and is available for just $200.00.
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A board and train program is a full-immersion training experience where your dog stays at our 9-acre professional training facility for 2, 4, or 6 weeks. During their stay, your dog works daily with our trainers to learn obedience commands, behavior skills, and advanced training techniques, while you receive private lessons to continue progress at home.
We offer three structured board and train options:
All of our board and train programs cover the core obedience commands:
The four-week and six-week programs also include advanced obedience skills, off-leash training, and personalized plans based on your goals.
The two-week board and train is ideal for puppies, young dogs, or any dog needing to establish strong obedience foundations. It’s a great starting point for well-mannered behavior both at home and in public.
The four-week board and train is perfect for owners interested in off-leash reliability, e-collar training, or preparing for competition obedience. It provides additional lessons and advanced obedience work.
The six-week board and train is recommended for:
Enrollment requires a free behavioral consultation with Shea to create a personalized training plan and set clear goals.
Yes. Our six-week & four-week board and train program is specifically designed for dogs with severe behavioral challenges. Through behavior modification techniques and structured training, Shea will help your dog learn better responses and equip you with the tools to maintain progress at home.
Yes. Our six-week & four-week board and train programs are specifically designed for dogs with severe behavioral challenges. Through behavior modification techniques and structured training, Shea will help your dog learn better responses and equip you with the tools to maintain progress at home.
After graduation, you’ll receive private lessons (6 lessons with the two-week program, 12 with the four-week program, and 16 with the six-week program). These sessions ensure you feel confident reinforcing your dog’s training at home. Plus, you’ll receive reduced future boarding rates for ongoing support.
Each board and train program includes a high-quality E-Collar Technologies training collar, which is yours to keep. This ensures consistency between training at our facility and at home.
Enrollment begins with a free consultation (required for the six-week program, optional for shorter stays). During the consultation, Shea will evaluate your dog’s needs, explain the training process, and recommend the best program for your goals.