Assistance Dog Training: Empowering Lives with a Trusted Companion

50+ years of combined experience, 6 certified trainers, a large indoor/outdoor run with country views, premium food, and 5 – 6 hours supervised playtime in our large outdoor exercise areas.

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Top-3 Problems
This Program Can Fix

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Limited Independence

Struggling with daily tasks due to physical disabilities or medical conditions? Our assistance dogs help you regain freedom.

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Managing Medical Conditions

Epilepsy, diabetes, and other conditions require constant vigilance. Our trained dogs alert you to critical changes like seizures or blood sugar levels.

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Emotional Stress

Living with a chronic condition can be isolating. Our dogs provide emotional support, reducing anxiety and boosting confidence.

What Results
Can You Expect

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Improved Quality of Life

Enjoy enhanced independence and greater control over your health.

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Reliable Medical Assistance

Dogs trained to alert you to medical episodes, ensuring you never face them alone.

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Safety & Emotional Support

With your dog by your side, navigate public spaces with confidence and peace of mind.

What Does The Program Include?

Specialized Medical Alerts

Our dogs are trained to respond to specific medical needs like seizure alerts and blood sugar monitoring.

Task-Oriented Assistance

From mobility support to alerting on health changes, your dog will be a reliable helper.

Public Access Training

Our dogs are trained to provide assistance in public spaces, offering you freedom and safety wherever you go.

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Let's talk about your dog needs!

    Assistance Dog Training & Personalized Boarding ServicesWe offer

    At our dog training and boarding facility, your dog will feel important, secure, and cared for just like they do at home, with personalized attention and a loving environment.
    PROFESSIONAL EQUIPMENT
    quality foods
    Health care
    pet's saloon
    pet's bath
    Activities

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    Meet our pet care trainers

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    Max
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    Beka
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    All Services

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    Puppy Training
    Addresses housebreaking, biting, and basic commands. Helps develop proper bathroom habits, discourages destructive chewing, and establishes foundational obedience for a well-behaved adult dog.
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    Basic Obedience Training
    Reduces reactivity, fear-based aggression, and territorial behavior, promoting a safer and calmer dog, making outings and home life more manageable and peaceful.
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    Service Dog Training
    Teaches dogs the skills needed to assist people with special needs, ensuring they can perform specific tasks and provide reliable support to their owners.
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    Family Dog Training
    Ensures consistent obedience among all family members, teaches social manners, and addresses resource guarding, creating a harmonious and safe environment for the entire household.
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    Aggressive Dog Training
    Improves recall, prevents jumping on people, and stops leash pulling, ensuring a well-mannered dog that's easy to control both at home and in public.
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    Protection Dog Training
    Develops protective skills, teaching dogs to identify threats and respond appropriately, ensuring the safety of family and property.
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    Boarding
    Offers a comfortable and safe overnight stay for your pet, with attentive care to make them feel right at home.
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    Day Care at the Hotel
    Provides daytime care for your pet, including playtime, walks, and social interaction, keeping them active and happy throughout the day.
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    Grooming and Bath
    Offers complete grooming care, including bathing, trimming, and nail care, to keep your pet looking and feeling their best.
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    Service Dog Training (For Medical Purposes)
    Trains dogs to assist individuals with medical needs, teaching them to detect medical conditions, provide physical assistance, and ensure safety and independence for their owners.
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    Canine Therapy Training
    Prepares dogs to provide emotional support and therapeutic interaction, enhancing the well-being of individuals in hospitals, schools, and care facilities.
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    Working Dog Training for Specialized Roles
    Equips dogs with the skills to excel in specialized tasks such as search and rescue, detection, or law enforcement, making them valuable partners in professional fields.
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    Assistance Dog Training: Empowering Lives with a Trusted Companion
    Focuses on training dogs to provide daily assistance to people with disabilities, fostering independence and improving quality of life through a strong, supportive bond.
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    Sports and Agility Dog Training
    Teaches dogs the agility and speed needed for competitive sports, including obstacle courses and challenges that build athleticism and confidence.
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    Trick Dog Training
    Instructs dogs in fun and entertaining tricks, enhancing their mental stimulation and creating an engaging way to showcase their talents.
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    Specialty Dog Training
    Provides advanced and tailored training for unique tasks and roles, catering to dogs with specific skill sets or needs for specialized activities.
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    Behavioral Modification Training
    Addresses problematic behaviors such as aggression, anxiety, or excessive barking, helping dogs develop positive habits and better adapt to their environment.

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    Frequently asked questions

    You’re always welcome to reach out by phone or email to ask how your pup is doing. We’re happy to provide updates during operating hours.

    📸 Photo & Video Updates are also available upon request as a $5/day add-on. This includes a selection of photos or videos to give you a glimpse of your dog’s experience.

    We offer a wide range of training programs designed to meet your dog’s age, temperament, and behavioral needs. These include:

    • Puppy Training – early development, potty training, socialization
    • Basic Obedience – leash manners, sit, stay, recall, and household behavior
    • Advanced Obedience – off-leash control, focus in high-distraction environments
    • Behavior Modification – reactivity, aggression, anxiety, and impulse control
    • Specialty Training – protection, service dog preparation, and more

    All programs begin with a personalized evaluation ($120) to help build the most effective plan for your dog.

    • Daily 3 training sessions with our certified trainers
    • Private room & calm boarding environment
    • Daily structure, socialization, and enrichment in outdoor yard
    • Free group class every 5 days

    Customized plan based on your dog’s needs

    Our regular boarding provides a safe, spacious, and enriching environment for your dog, including:

    • Private indoor room with AC
    • Supervised play in our outdoor yards
    • Daily feeding (owner provides food)
    • Personalized care from trained staff
    • Peaceful nature setting on 6.5 acres

    To ensure your pup is comfortable, please bring:

    • Pre-measured, labeled food for the duration of their stay 
    • Any necessary medications, clearly labeled with instructions
    • If you want your pup to have something that smells like home during their stay you can bring an old t-shirt or any item that you don`t care about losing, as we do not guarantee giving back any belongings.

    We provide bedding, bowls, and toys

    Note: We do not allow personal items like beds, blankets, or toys to avoid loss or damage.

    Yes. For the safety of all dogs in our care, we require proof of up-to-date vaccinations:

    • Rabies
    • DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
    • Bordetella (Kennel Cough)
    • Leptospirosis
    • Canine Influenza

    Please bring a copy or email us your vaccination records prior to your dog’s stay.

    Rates are based on your dog’s weight:

    1–14 lbs: $69/night

    15–29 lbs: $75/night

    30–99 lbs: $85/night

    100+ lbs: $90/night

    Additional fees (if applicable):

    Not neutered/spayed: +$10/night

    Private boarding (solo yard): +$30/night

    Holiday rate: +$11/night

    Late pickup fee after 2 PM

    Our bootcamp-style training program allows your dog to stay with us and receive 3–4 personalized training sessions daily focused on your goals. It’s ideal for behavior issues, obedience, leash manners, or aggression rehab.

    We recommend starting with a First Training Session (FTS) – a 1-hour evaluation with one of our trainers for $120. This helps us assess your dog and recommend the best program length.

    Any questions?
    Make a call now!
    +1 888-818-1622
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