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.
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.
Designed for dogs of varying age, breed and temperament, whether it be for some basic training of obedience, specialty 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 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!
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 your 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 in an assessment day with our trainers BEFORE the ‘Board & Train’ program commences. PLease conta
10 Day Package ($1498)
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 ($2674))
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 ($3776.5)
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 in order to board. Bookings for Board & Train can only be made during non-peak periods.
All clients receive lifelong support for the dog via email after their stay and access to our Private Facebook group.
Rebecca D.
We had our 2yo great dane (who we had only had for a few months) booked in for a 2 week board and train as we were having trouble with the fact he had no boundaries, was very reactive to other dogs (and kangaroos on our walks) and found it hard to just relax. After the first 2 weeks we happily extended it to 3 weeks to get the most out of his training. He returned home and the improvements we saw were amazing. As well as the training, we recieved emails for tips on how to engage, train, play and reward which have helped us continue the good work the team at Windamere kennels put in. We are so happy with how Murphy was treated during his stay, We'll be booking him in later this year for some extra training and to board while we are overseas 🙂
Jaye B.
I couldn’t recommend Canine Connect more 🙏🏼 My little Moseby had the time of his life while staying there and came home happy, tired, clean & smelling great 😍 customer service was amazing and they were so helpful with all my questions and assuring me my sooky dog would be fine without me. Have recommended to all my friends and definitely will be back to look into some obedience classes when my work schedule allows.
Jake B.
Incredibly knowledgeable and really know their stuff when it comes to your needs as a pet owner, as well being respectful advocates for the dogs and animals needs. More than just a standard kennel or training school, they really go above and beyond to look after your pets and teach them practical skills that can be applied, tailored and refined in the comfort of your own home. 10/10 have and would recommend to anyone looking at board or training options.