Evaluation: $250
Evaluations are now optional for puppies and obedience cases (behavior modification clients, dogs with bite histories, etc. require evaluations at my discretion). Evaluations are generally 60-90 minutes (depending on the dog and how motivated they are to train), and are generally done at my home, locally to Santa Cruz, or locally to Mt. View. Occasionally evaluations are done at your home for issues that are specifically and only related to the home environment. *Mileage fees apply for locations outside of a 10 mile radius from either Santa Cruz or Mt. View. At the evaluation you will receive homework in preparation for the board and train that is required to be completed by you, before your dog’s stay. If an evaluation is not conducted, once a deposit is received to hold your dates you may receive instructions via video if necessary.
Evaluations are now optional for puppies and obedience cases (behavior modification clients, dogs with bite histories, etc. require evaluations at my discretion). Evaluations are generally 60-90 minutes (depending on the dog and how motivated they are to train), and are generally done at my home, locally to Santa Cruz, or locally to Mt. View. Occasionally evaluations are done at your home for issues that are specifically and only related to the home environment. *Mileage fees apply for locations outside of a 10 mile radius from either Santa Cruz or Mt. View. At the evaluation you will receive homework in preparation for the board and train that is required to be completed by you, before your dog’s stay. If an evaluation is not conducted, once a deposit is received to hold your dates you may receive instructions via video if necessary.
Board and Train Programs
All boarding and board and train programs require an Intake Form, Agreement Form and 50% non refundable deposit to hold dates. The remaining balance is due at the time of drop off/pick up. Pick up is at no additional cost, though *mileage fees apply for locations outside of a 10 mile radius from either Santa Cruz or Mt. View. The following programs are for dogs over 6 months of age. Your dog must be flee free. Vaccination records (rabies, DHPP, leptospirosis, bordatella, and canine influenza) are required to be emailed, as is a negative fecal float and giardia test precisely 4 weeks prior to a board and train. Included lessons are done either at my home, locally to Santa Cruz or locally to Mt View. *Mileage fees apply for locations outside of a 10 mile radius from either Santa Cruz or Mt. View.
Three Week Program: $3359
This is the basic program for mild behavior issues and general obedience. One lesson is included and is done when the dog goes home.
Four Week Program (most common): $4,399 (you save $169)
This is the most commonly booked program for on and/or off leash obedience and mild-moderate behavior cases. Two lessons are included in this program. One is done when the dog goes home, and the second must be used within 30 days of the go home lesson.
Five Week Program: $5299 (you save $369)
This program is for on/off leash obedience and/or behavior modification cases without bite histories. This program length is also better suited for fearful dogs, dogs that do not have a lot of natural motivation to train, etc. I do not always do a midway lesson, but often do. There is a lesson when the dog goes home and another lesson to be used within 30 days of the dog going home.
Six Week Program: $6199 (you save $529)
The six week board and train is for clients who have a lot of obedience and/or showing/performance goals for their dog, dogs with serious behavior issues and/or dogs with bite histories (human and/or dog). There are three lessons included with this program. One lesson is used at the three or four week mark during the dog’s stay, one lesson is taught when the dog goes home, and the third is to be used within 30 days of the dog going home.
Custom Programs: case by case
Longer programs (7 weeks or more) are for dogs with more serious bite histories, especially dogs that have a bite history against human members of the dog’s own family. Dogs that need this program oftentimes are also fearful, have very little motivation to train, and/or for dogs over 4 years old, etc. This program includes at least one midway lesson, possibly more depending on the case, a lesson at the time of go-home, and another to be used within 30 days.
Two Week Refresher Program: $2299
This program is for qualifying board and train clients only, whose dogs have completed their most recent program within the last 9 months. One lesson is included when the dog goes home.
Two Week Puppy Headstart Program: $2299
Puppy Headstart programs are for puppies under 6 months of age. Puppies must have their second round of vaccinations on board for at least 5 days in addition to being crate trained and sleeping through the night in the crate. (I will gladly help guide you on crate training in preparation for the puppy board and train). Generally puppies come to me around 11-16 weeks old. One lesson is included when the puppy goes home.
This is a great intro program and a natural spring board to further advanced (off leash etc) training since your dog and I will have an established learning relationship. This program is designed to give the puppy a solid foundation including: confidence building, proper socialization and exposure, motivation and engagement building, proper understanding of how to shape and lure new behaviors, charging of markers, etc.
*Mileage Fee is $2/mile outside of a 10 mile radius from either Santa Cruz or Mountain View (whichever is closer to you.
Three Week Program: $3359
This is the basic program for mild behavior issues and general obedience. One lesson is included and is done when the dog goes home.
Four Week Program (most common): $4,399 (you save $169)
This is the most commonly booked program for on and/or off leash obedience and mild-moderate behavior cases. Two lessons are included in this program. One is done when the dog goes home, and the second must be used within 30 days of the go home lesson.
Five Week Program: $5299 (you save $369)
This program is for on/off leash obedience and/or behavior modification cases without bite histories. This program length is also better suited for fearful dogs, dogs that do not have a lot of natural motivation to train, etc. I do not always do a midway lesson, but often do. There is a lesson when the dog goes home and another lesson to be used within 30 days of the dog going home.
Six Week Program: $6199 (you save $529)
The six week board and train is for clients who have a lot of obedience and/or showing/performance goals for their dog, dogs with serious behavior issues and/or dogs with bite histories (human and/or dog). There are three lessons included with this program. One lesson is used at the three or four week mark during the dog’s stay, one lesson is taught when the dog goes home, and the third is to be used within 30 days of the dog going home.
Custom Programs: case by case
Longer programs (7 weeks or more) are for dogs with more serious bite histories, especially dogs that have a bite history against human members of the dog’s own family. Dogs that need this program oftentimes are also fearful, have very little motivation to train, and/or for dogs over 4 years old, etc. This program includes at least one midway lesson, possibly more depending on the case, a lesson at the time of go-home, and another to be used within 30 days.
Two Week Refresher Program: $2299
This program is for qualifying board and train clients only, whose dogs have completed their most recent program within the last 9 months. One lesson is included when the dog goes home.
Two Week Puppy Headstart Program: $2299
Puppy Headstart programs are for puppies under 6 months of age. Puppies must have their second round of vaccinations on board for at least 5 days in addition to being crate trained and sleeping through the night in the crate. (I will gladly help guide you on crate training in preparation for the puppy board and train). Generally puppies come to me around 11-16 weeks old. One lesson is included when the puppy goes home.
This is a great intro program and a natural spring board to further advanced (off leash etc) training since your dog and I will have an established learning relationship. This program is designed to give the puppy a solid foundation including: confidence building, proper socialization and exposure, motivation and engagement building, proper understanding of how to shape and lure new behaviors, charging of markers, etc.
*Mileage Fee is $2/mile outside of a 10 mile radius from either Santa Cruz or Mountain View (whichever is closer to you.
Boarding
Retreat Boarding
Boarding has no minimum time frame. Special rates apply for existing clients under most circumstances. Boarding includes daily one on one time, enrichment activities, play group (where appropriate), and exercise.
Existing Clients*: $85/per night
New Clients or Specialty Boarding**: $150-$200/per night
*Your dog must be up to date on his crate training or the New Client rate may apply.
**Rates may be adjusted to Existing Client rate at my discretion.
Boarding has no minimum time frame. Special rates apply for existing clients under most circumstances. Boarding includes daily one on one time, enrichment activities, play group (where appropriate), and exercise.
Existing Clients*: $85/per night
New Clients or Specialty Boarding**: $150-$200/per night
*Your dog must be up to date on his crate training or the New Client rate may apply.
**Rates may be adjusted to Existing Client rate at my discretion.
Private Lessons
Private Lessons
Lessons are about an hour give or take (you pay per lesson, not per hour, but most lessons average 60-90 minutes). Lessons are either done at my home, locally to Santa Cruz, or locally to Mt. View. *Mileage fees apply for locations outside of a 10 mile radius from either Santa Cruz or Mt. View. Lessons are for on leash obedience, puppy training, etc. Behavior modification and reliable off leash recall is board and train only.
Single Lesson (a la carte): $250/lesson
Three Lesson Package: $650 (save $100, $34 per lesson)
Lessons are about an hour give or take (you pay per lesson, not per hour, but most lessons average 60-90 minutes). Lessons are either done at my home, locally to Santa Cruz, or locally to Mt. View. *Mileage fees apply for locations outside of a 10 mile radius from either Santa Cruz or Mt. View. Lessons are for on leash obedience, puppy training, etc. Behavior modification and reliable off leash recall is board and train only.
Single Lesson (a la carte): $250/lesson
Three Lesson Package: $650 (save $100, $34 per lesson)
Grooming
Shampoo Bath (includes blow dry and nail trim): $50-$150 *price depends on the size and coat of the dog.
Nail Trim: $20
Doodle Clip: $60 in addition to Shampoo Bath
Feather Trim: $25
Nail Trim: $20
Doodle Clip: $60 in addition to Shampoo Bath
Feather Trim: $25