BOARD & TRAIN
Some dogs need more than weekly lessons to make real progress. Board and train gives your dog daily practice in a home-based setting, with support tailored to what they actually need—whether that's basic manners, leash skills, off-leash reliability, or working through reactivity or aggression. When they come home, you'll get clear guidance to keep things on track.
What is a board and train?
A board and train program is a structured training experience where your dog stays with a professional trainer and receives daily, personalized training in a home environment. At Back to Dog in Broadalbin, NY, dogs live in the home and work on real-life skills like leash walking, polite greetings, crate training, and behavior issues such as reactivity or anxiety. This immersive setup is ideal for busy owners or for jumpstarting training with professional guidance. Serving Saratoga, Fulton, Montgomery, and Schenectady counties, our board and train programs give dogs a calm, consistent space to learn—and owners the tools to keep up the progress at home.
Why do board and train?
Board and train is a great option for busy families, overwhelmed dog owners, or dogs who need extra help with behavior or basic manners. At Back to Dog in Broadalbin, NY, your dog stays in a quiet home setting and gets daily training sessions tailored to their needs. This immersive format helps build skills faster and more consistently than once-a-week lessons alone. Whether your dog pulls on leash, jumps on guests, or struggles with reactivity or fear, board and train gives us the time and focus to make meaningful progress. We work with clients across Fulton County, Saratoga Springs, and the Capital Region—and we always include owner support so the training sticks when your dog comes home.
How Does it Work?
Every board and train program starts with a behavioral evaluation so we can get a clear picture of your dog’s needs and your goals. From there, we’ll design a customized training plan and recommend a length of stay based on what we’re working on together. Some dogs just need a week or two to brush up on basic manners, while others may need several weeks to address more complex behavior concerns like fear, reactivity, or anxiety. Programs typically range from 1 to 6 weeks and include hands-on training, structured routines, enrichment, and regular updates.
We’re based in Broadalbin, NY, and serve dog owners throughout Fulton County, Saratoga Springs, Schenectady, and the greater Capital Region. Every program includes a go-home lesson and follow-up support so you feel confident continuing the training at home.
