In‑Home Boarding for Dogs We Know & Trust
A calm, training‑informed home environment for dogs who already have a relationship with us.
We’re not a kennel and we’re not a volume boarding facility. We offer limited in‑home boarding for a small number of dogs at a time so we can give them the same thoughtful structure and care we use in training.
Boarding is currently available only for:
Dogs who are in training with us now, or
Dogs who have worked with us before and have an established history with our team
If you’re new to us, the first step is always training or an evaluation, not straight‑to‑boarding.
What your dog’s stay looks like
Every dog is different, but a typical stay includes:
A stable home environment – no rows of runs, just a lived‑in space with clear boundaries and routines
Structured daily rhythm – potty breaks, rest, walks, enrichment, and downtime tailored to your dog
Training‑informed handling – we use the same communication, management, and reinforcement strategies from our training programs
Low numbers, high attention – we only take as many dogs as we can safely supervise and support
Our goal: your dog feels safe, understood, and supported – not overwhelmed.
Our Safety Standard
As dogs and families change over time, we regularly re‑check behavior and safety needs. For dogs with higher‑risk or more complex behavior, boarding is only offered together with a tailored safety and training plan, never as a standalone service.
This applies to everyone, because safety is non‑negotiable for us.
What that means in practice:
For easy, low‑risk guests, boarding may look very similar to what you’re used to, with clear communication and updates.
For dogs with more complex behavior (big feelings, bite history, intense reactivity, major handling issues), any boarding stay will be paired with a safety/training component designed specifically for them.
We’ll always explain:
Why we’re recommending that extra support
What we’d work on during their stay
What we’d expect from you at home
The exact price, before you ever have to decide
No surprises at drop‑off and no hidden add‑ons.
How to inquire about boarding
Because we tailor care to each dog, boarding can’t be booked online. Each stay starts with a quick conversation.
Step 1 – Tell us about your dog and your dates
Existing clients can text/email us. Newer clients can use our contact form to share:
Your dog’s name, age, and breed
Requested dates
Any behavior changes since we last saw you (new fears, reactivity, incidents, etc.)
Step 2 – Safety & Needs Check‑In
We’ll schedule a short call to:
Re‑check behavior and safety needs
Understand your dog’s current routines and challenges
Decide together whether your dog is a good fit for standard boarding or needs a paired safety/training plan
Step 3 – Custom plan & confirmation
If we’re a good fit:
We’ll outline what your dog’s stay would look like (and whether any training is recommended)
Share total pricing up front
Reserve their spot once you approve
If we don’t believe we can safely or appropriately board your dog, we’ll be honest and may recommend training, another type of support, or a different kind of facility.
FAQ
Do you take brand‑new dogs just for boarding?
No. We only board dogs we know through training or prior evaluation. This is how we keep everyone safe and set realistic expectations.
What counts as “higher‑risk or more complex behavior”?
Examples include:
History of biting or serious snapping under stress
Intense leash reactivity or aggression toward people/dogs
Severe anxiety or shutdown in new environments
Handling issues (difficult to collar, harness, toweling, vet‑type handling)
If you’re not sure, we can sort this out together in the Safety & Needs Check‑In.
Will you ever turn my dog away?
If we don’t believe we can safely meet your dog’s needs in our home setting, we will tell you. In those cases we may recommend training first, a different setup, or another provider.