Board and Train
Positive reinforcement-based Board and Train programs are offered to eligible clients who want help with general puppy training and socialization, specific behavioural issues, or a training plan that needs an extra boost. Board and Train programs are also suitable for clients with dogs who do not meet boarding criteria, who want their dog to stay with a professional trainer while the client is away from home, recovering from illness or injury, or who want a break from managing their dog daily.
Board and Train dogs can expect the same experience as Boarding dogs, but with a tailored training plan. Board and Train dogs live alongside Adrian’s working dog in their home, accompany them on hikes, errands, playdates with other dogs, trips out of the city to canoe, explore new trails, and/or attend dog trials, and enjoy plenty of off-leash outdoor exercise and decompression time.
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New clients interested in Boarding services must complete the in-person “Meet and Greet” and book a one-night “Trial Sleepover” before they are eligible to book boarding services. A non-refundable 50% deposit is required for all Board and Train programs at the time of booking.
Insured, Professional Care
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Roam Dog Training is insured with business insurance and commercial auto insurance
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Adrian is trained in human and canine First Aid and CPR
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Adrian works well under pressure and handles emergency situations calmly, swiftly, and effectively
24/7 Training
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Daily structured sessions as well as life skills training throughout the entire day, every day, with Adrian, a professional pet and service dog trainer
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Consistent routines, patterns, and structure
Adventure-Packed Schedule
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Off-leash hikes, sniff walks, and play sessions included
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Boarding may include hikes, playdates, sports lessons, swimming, camping, visits to friends, and/or sleepovers in and out of the city
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Daily structured rest and settle time for all dogs
Client Lessons and Support
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“Transitional” and follow-up training sessions are included to help transition skills home
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Six months of follow-up text and phone support for topics covered during the Board and Train
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Progress videos included in daily reports help detail handling and training techniques for clients
Puppy Board and Train
For puppies younger than 6 months. Suitable for pet and sport dog puppies. Emphasis is placed on basic training and socialization foundations and building enthusiasm for training. Case-specific training topics may be included at the client’s request.
Training Curriculum
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Urban socialization (public transit, crowds, busy roads, construction noises, café visits, etc)
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Engagement, toy, and play skills
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Dog and cat socialization
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Handling and grooming practise
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Loose leash walking
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Confidence building
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Settling and tether training
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Prevention training for unwanted behaviours (resource guarding, counter surfing, jumping, alert/demand barking, reactivity, etc)
4 week program: $5,460 + HST
6 week program: $8,190 + HST
Adolescent Board and Train
For adolescents 6-18 months old. Suitable for pet and sport dog puppies. Emphasis is placed on building engagement around distractions, strengthening recall and training foundations, and mitigating teenage “angst” during these formative months. Case-specific training topics may be included at the client’s request.
Training Curriculum
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Addressing new, unwanted teenage issues
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Maintaining skills learned during puppyhood
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Loose leash walking
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Practising calm behaviours and emotional regulation in all environments
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Longline, hiking, and recall skills
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Engagement, toy, and play skills
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​Counter-conditioning for reactivity and specific triggers
4 week program: $5,040 + HST
6 week program: $7,560 + HST
Adult Board and Train
For adult dogs 18 months and older. Suitable for pet and sport dogs. Emphasis is placed on the manners and behaviours necessary for everyday life in the city, revisiting training such as recall, settling, and leash skills, and targeting unwanted habits that have formed. Case-specific training topics may be included at the client’s request.
Training Curriculum
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Recall and trail skills
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Settling in a variety of environments
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Advanced life skills and obedience training in the home and city
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Addressing unwanted behaviours such as jumping, overexcitement with dogs and people, poor leash walking, etc.
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Counter-conditioning for reactivity and specific triggers
4 week program: $4,620 + HST
6 week program: $6,930 + HST
Eligibility Criteria
Dogs displaying any of the following behaviours are NOT eligible for Board and Train services with Roam Dog Training:
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Aggression, severe reactivity, and/or unsafe behaviour towards other dogs
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Aggression, severe reactivity, and/or unsafe behaviour towards humans
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Unsafe predatory, or other dangerous behaviour concerning cats
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Excessive barking at any point
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Severe separation (including crate/confinement) anxiety
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Moderate to severe resource guarding
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Inability to tolerate riding in a vehicle for short or long periods of time
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Inability to tolerate basic handling safely (if muzzle trained for this specific purpose, an exception may be granted)
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*Please reach out for private training if your dog is struggling with any of the above issues, and Adrian will be happy to help!
Boarding vs. Board and Train
Boarding
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Designed for dogs and puppies who are doing well in their training and do not need targeted help in specific areas of training
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No defined training plan or goals are set
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Can accommodate short- and long-term stays
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Can sometimes accommodate emergencies and last-minute requests
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Eligibility criteria are a bit stricter, especially for adult dogs
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More affordable for the client, but with less training support/feedback
Board and Train
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Designed for clients who want targeted help in specific areas of their dog’s training, or for puppy owners who want a trainer to take the lead on basic puppy foundations and socialization
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Custom training plans and goals are made for each dog
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Minimum stay required
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Must be booked in advance. Less flexibility for last-minute requests (ex., I got a puppy TODAY! PLEASE HELP!)​
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More expensive, with more training support and feedback for the client