Board and Train Packages
Elkhorn Dog Services exclusive
We understand not everyone has the knowledge or patience - and that’s nothing to feel ashamed of!
Our immersive board and train programs focus on real world training that works. Our limited availability allows us to ensure your dog is receiving individual attention and extensive training to fully utilize our services.
*You’ll always receive multiple training videos and pictures every day!
You’ll receive
daily picture and
video updates!
What makes our board and train unique?
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Custom Training Goals
I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Our customizable packages are specifically tailored for you and your dog to guarantee we are working on your specific needs.
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Consistent Training Schedules
We’ll establish and enforce rules, structure, and obedience to allow for a seamless transition back home. With multiple daily training lessons, your dog will never be in a crate all day!
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Teaching Socialization Opportunities
I’ll work with your dog on their manners and obedience in public, pet-friendly settings to utilize real-world distractions and environments.
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Off Leash Training (add on)
For those wishing off-leash capabilities, we humanely train with E-Collars using low pressure stims to ensure maximum safety and control. There will be an additional low cost to cover the price of the ecollar.
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Lifetime Support
In addition to when you pickup your dog/ go home lesson, you’ll have 2 follow up lessons after your pup has settled back home. You’ll always have lifetime support to address anything you need!
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Clear Safety Protocols
Security cameras are installed throughout my property/home, and I’ll never leave your dog outside unattended. Your dog will always be properly secured in a crash-tested crate for short field trip outings.
4 Week Board & Train - $3500
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Dogs and puppies needing household manners, obedience and learning to walk nicely on a leash
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includes, but not limited to: loose-leash walking, let’s go, greeting guests, managing overexcitement, potty training, and more!
*basic commands include: extended sit, extended down, place, etc.
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Looking for off-leash reliability? I’m certified to humanely teach E-Collars on low-simulation levels. Quality E-Collars are available for a small fee. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
6 Week Board & Train - $5500
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Dog’s showing behavioral issues including dog & human reactivity, extreme fear, and/or separation anxiety
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Address and build coping mechanisms to help you and your dog navigate the world with confidence. Your dog will learn to consent to handling at home/ the vet, nails/grooming, and holistically build confidence to triggers in controlled environments without lunging or pulling you.
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Looking for off-leash reliability? I’m certified to humanely teach E-Collars on low-simulation levels. Quality E-Collars are available for a small fee. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Let’s set your dog up for success:
Customize your training goals:
Solid Obedience Foundations
Heeling (on and off leash) during walks
Place Command
Building positive reinforcement marker
Reactivity/ Fear towards dogs and people
Impulse Control
Resource Guarding
Separation Anxiety
Door Manners
Jumping on people/furniture
Nuisance Barking/ Whining
How it works
Your dog will be one of a few dogs in addition to my own living with me. Our limited slots allow me to prioritize everyone’s training, play, and individual attention.
You’ll receive daily videos and pictures that feature your dog’s training and progress. That way, you can stay up to date with their training and ask any questions along the way. I’m always available via text as well.
I treat every dog like my own. I know this is a big investment and takes a lot of trust to leave your dog, so I’ll do whatever I can to ease your mind. Past client referrals are available upon request.
During your dog’s drop off, I’ll finalize what you’d like me to work on to ensure we’re on the same page.
Lifetime support
While you’ll receive daily training updates with your dog through videos and pictures, you’ll also gain lifetime access to our exclusive training library. Whether you’re looking to refresh a few commands or need another visual training reference, you’ll always have access! Plus, we’re always adding to this library so be sure to check back and see what’s new - that’s essentially extra FREE content!
In addition, now that you’re part of the Elkhorn Dog Services family, you’re also more than welcome to attend our seasonal group lessons and show off your training with other dogs. Every lesson is always reactive-dog friendly because I believe every dog has the right to train in a safe environment!
Looking for off leash reliability?
With the aid of E-Collar technologies, a quality training e-collar, I am humanely certified to condition dogs and their owners with this tool. Rather than a shock collar that uses electricity, an e-collar uses the same technology as a tens unit (commonly used at chiropractors to apply small amounts of pressure). Please remember it’s never a tool that trains a dog, only the person that uses it.
This training tool can be purchased as an additional training tool. Please contact me if you’d like to include this in your dog’s training.
Our Training Philosophy
As Lexington’s premiere dog trainer, my approach involves thorough training and education for both dogs and their owners to ensure proper usage. These tools act as aids in communication, providing clear signals that facilitate quicker learning and behavior modification. I utilize both positive and negative reinforcement techniques, ensuring every dog's comfort and safety throughout the training process. My commitment is to foster a trusting and respectful bond between dogs and their owners, using tools judiciously and with the utmost consideration for the well-being of our beloved four-legged companions.
Common FAQs
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To regulate safety protocols, I require every dog staying in my home have updated vaccinations in addition to a properly fitted flat collar and food for the duration of your dog’s stay.
clear fecal within 7 days from vet
GPS collar is provided
flea/tick/medication
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I’m happy to educate you on the tools I use, but I’ll never force you to use something you’re not comfortable with.
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It's never too late to change undesirable habits or improve behavior! In an older dog, bad habits may take more time to fix, but on the plus side, older dogs often have a slightly longer attention span.
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Training dogs is my full-time job, so I’m able to train your dog at various times throughout the entire day. And don’t worry, we’ll have multiple play sessions too! Your dog deserves to have some fun after working hard!
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Yes! I understand this is a big investment for some which is why I’ve partnered with Affirm to allow 4 interest-free payments during checkout.
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Dogs live in the moment, so although they’ll have plenty of fun, they won’t forget you! I’ll never take over your role as mom/dad.
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You’ll receive daily picture and video updates of your dog’s training, where you’ll be able to comment and interact with me. That way, you’ll miss your dog(s) a little less and stay active on their training journey! ♥
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To ensure your pet’s safety, I require every dog to be crate-trained. This does NOT mean your dog will be crated 24/7, but allows your dog time to rest/decompress after each training session.
I’m always happy to provide support and recommendations on crate training in advance (so you can condition the crate in the home first).
Testimonials from actual clients
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"I cannot express enough how incredible our experience has been with Danielle. "
Our dog was off the handle before we met her and we were at a complete loss. He would bark for hours in his crate and try to escape to the point of hurting himself. He would pull me down on walks. His anxiety was ruining his life and making ours so stressful! But then with Danielle and her expertise our situation completely turned around. From the moment we began working with her, it was clear that she had an exceptional understanding of canine behavior. Her approach was not just about training, but about building a strong bond between Beau and us. She has taught us the set of tools we need to help with Beau no matter what the situation. We are immensely grateful for Danielle's guidance and couldn't recommend her more highly.
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"Danielle is the best! FIVE STARS IS NOT ENOUGH!"
The first conversation I had with Danielle, I just knew she was the right one. She was so knowledgeable in all things dog, not just basic obedience, and I knew that it wasn’t going to be a cookie cutter guidebook that she gives each dog owner, but a curated training plan specifically for Moose. And I was not wrong!
After a 6 week board and train with Danielle, we can finally feel comfortable taking our dog outside of our house again. Walking him on a leash isn’t something we dread, playing with him in the backyard isn’t stressful, and his life overall is just more fun for him! We are so thrilled that his life is more fulfilled and he can just be his fun, silly self without being anxious and stressed all the time!
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"I can not say enough great things about Danielle!"
I adopted a rescue while I was in undergrad not knowing anything about his past, and he had turned out to be reactive. I tried multiple other trainers, and my dogs did good with them, but once I got him back it would go right back to how it was. What makes danielle different is that she genuinely cares about YOUR relationship with your dog. Sure, she takes your dog and trains them so that the dog knows what is expected of them, but then she works with you so that you know how to work with your dog. I only trust Danielle with my dog, and have reached out to her multiple times since our initial training session, and she was there for us every single time! Jax gets so excited whenever he sees her, so I know he is in great hands whenever I leave him with her. She also takes the time to explain why my dog reacts the way he does, so that I can better understand him and help him work through his problems.