Board & train is an option for those who want to put their dog’s development, obedience and confidence in the express lane under the care of our qualified trainers.
Designed for dogs of varying age, breed and temperament, whether it be for some basic training of obedience, speciality skills, assistance work or rehabilitation for mild to severe behaviour issues.
The Board and Train Program is not designed to “fix” behavioural issues but to begin the process under our guidance. Those wanting more intensive programs can discuss options with the trainers to give you as much time and support as needed to assist the dog, you and your relationship.
At the end of their stay, the trainers will give you all the information, recommendations, and empowerment needed to continue their training at home through a one-on-one session at Handover. You also receive a Follow-up Appointment with our trainers a few weeks after the Board and Train Program to ensure the training is also progressing well within the home.
It is strongly recommended that the handler continue with other services such as Dayschool, Private Training, and Group Classes after their dog’s Board and Train Program. We have begun the training with the dog, but it is essential that we also train with you! Training dogs and people is, after all, what we are all about!
All clients receive lifelong support for the dog via email after their stay and access to our Private Facebook group.
Your dog will stay at the amazing Hedgegrove Boarding Kennels or Windamere Boarding Kennels and receive several training sessions per day. The dog’s behaviour and progression are assessed daily, and training is adjusted to suit.
10 Day Package
10 days of intensive training; Some of the areas our trainers can focus on but not limited to are:
- Sit/stay
- Drop/Stay
- Loose leash walking
- On leash recall
- Socialisation
- Marker cues
- Release cues
- Confidence boosting
- Enrichment
- Manners & relaxation
Please contact the team to discuss if this package is suitable, the behavioural issues and length of time to ignite change. Free Private Handover at the end of the stay There are numerous benefits to any board & train stay, however our trainers will only dedicate this short time to the progression of 2 skills linked to behaviour issues.
20 Day Package
20 days of intensive training; Some of the areas our trainers can focus on but not limited to are:
- Sit/stay
- Drop/Stay
- Loose leash walking
- On leash recall
- Socialisation
- Marker cues
- Release cues
- Confidence boosting
- Enrichment
- Manners & relaxation
- Fear, anxiety and confidence based behaviours
- Destruction and bad manners
- Reactivity and dog aggression
- Resource guarding
- Leash pulling
- Inability to relax
+ FREE Private Handover at the end of the stay There are numerous benefits to any board & train stay, however our trainers will only dedicate this short time to the progression of 3 skills linked to behaviour issues.
30 Day Package
30 days of intensive training; Some of the areas our trainers can focus on but not limited to are:
- Sit/stay
- Drop/Stay
- Loose leash walking
- On leash recall
- Socialisation
- Marker cues
- Release cues
- Confidence boosting
- Enrichment
- Manners & relaxation
- Fear, anxiety and confidence based behaviours
- Destruction and bad manners
- Reactivity and dog aggression
- Resource guarding
- Leash pulling
- Inability to relax
+ FREE Private Handover at
Hedgegrove & Windamere Pet Retreat supplies all the food, bedding and care during their stay. All guests must agree to Hedgegrove & Windamere’s policies and procedures before entering their facility.
All dogs require a current C5 vaccination to board. Bookings for Board & Train can only be made during non-peak periods.
Board & train is not suitable for those who cannot continue the dog’s training and development after the package is complete. These programs are not suited for those having behavioural issues specific to their home environment, and it is only designed to begin addressing behavioural issues; there is no “quick fix” in rehabilitation. Canine Connect may require you to attend a mandatory assessment appointment to decide if your dog is suitable for these programs.
Board & Train stays for behavioural issues are required to book an assessment day with our trainers BEFORE the ‘Board & Train’ program commences.
Shelly R.
I'm already gobsmacked by the changes in Loki thanks to his Board and Train. Hes only been home 24hrs and already hes shown better behaviour and obedience and even being more settled in general and leaving the cat alone which is gigantic!!!! Hes still got a long way to go but really happy with the changes already and will be going back for another round of board and train in a few months
Shelly R.
I'm already gobsmacked by the changes in Loki thanks to his Board and Train. Hes only been home 24hrs and already hes shown better behaviour and obedience and even being more settled in general and leaving the cat alone which is gigantic!!!! Hes still got a long way to go but really happy with the changes already and will be going back for another round of board and train in a few months
Jesy B.
We couldn't be happier with the quality of training and communication from Canine Connect. My dog Kasper went for a 21 day board and train to help with some behaviours we were struggling with. Thanks to Shevi and Devon, Kasper came back a lot more confident and with better manners. They really took the time to bond with Kasper who absolutely adores them. I recieved photos every day to show his progress and a very detailed handover when I picked him up, and a follow up two weeks later. Kasper and our other dog Jackson are now attending day school. I honestly couldn't be happier with the level of knowledge, professionalism and passion that Shevi and Devon have for training dogs. Kasper and Jackson love going to Canine Connect. Would highly recommend.