Board and train programs

Our Winston-Salem board and train program builds reliable behaviors through daily, structured training in a home environment.

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What is board and train?

During board and train, your dog lives and trains directly with Abigail in a structured home environment built for real change.

Because the work happens consistently and intentionally throughout the day, progress compounds quickly. Your dog is not just learning commands. They are learning how to live calmly and clearly within boundaries.

When they return home, you are not starting over. You are stepping into a new dynamic, one where your dog understands expectations and you feel confident leading them.

Why families choose
board and train

Board and train works especially well for:

  • Immersive, daily training that builds a rock-solid obedience foundation

  • Focused work on anxiety or reactivity in a controlled environment

  • Faster, more consistent progress for busy families who want real results

It’s not a replacement for owner involvement.
It’s a jump-start that makes everyday training easier and more effective once your dog returns home.

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Our board and train programs

Programs starting at $2,395

An immersive training experience where your dog lives and trains directly with Abigail Stephens in a structured home environment designed for lasting change.

Every program includes daily hands-on training, progress updates, a comprehensive go-home lesson, an additional follow-up lesson 2–4 weeks later, and lifetime support for your dog.

Each stay begins with a professional evaluation to determine the right fit.

  • 2 Weeks

    For puppies younger than 6 months who need structure, socialization, and a strong beginning.

    This program focuses on shaping habits early so small issues do not become long-term problems.

    Focus areas may include:

    ✔ Crate training and potty routine
    ✔ Structured schedule and household manners
    ✔ Proper socialization and confidence building
    ✔ Engagement and name recognition
    ✔ Introduction to leash walking and basic obedience

    This is not full obedience training. It is about building clarity and confidence at the right age.

    Includes a discount toward a future board and train program.

  • 3 Weeks

    For dogs 6 months and older who need reliable obedience and calm behavior in everyday life.

    Your dog will develop:

    ✔ Loose leash walking
    ✔ Sit, down, place, and duration stay
    ✔ Reliable recall
    ✔ Door manners and impulse control
    ✔ Calm behavior around everyday distractions

  • 5 Weeks

    For families who want next-level dependability and confidence in high-distraction environments.

    Includes everything in The Core Program, plus:

    ✔ Off-leash reliability (when appropriate for the dog)
    ✔ Advanced distraction proofing in public settings
    ✔ Longer duration behaviors under pressure
    ✔ Higher levels of responsiveness and engagement

What’s included

  • Immersive, daily training directly with Abigail

  • A consistent, structured home setting that builds clarity and confidence

  • Field trips and controlled exposures to strengthen obedience in real-world settings

  • Transparent progress updates throughout the program

  • A comprehensive handoff session so you leave confident and prepared

  • Follow-up session after 2-4 weeks

  • Lifetime support

Our goal is not just short-term improvement, but lasting success at home.

How it works

1. Reach out
Fill out this contact form to get the conversation started. We will follow up to schedule a short phone consultation.

2. Phone consultation
We’ll talk through your dog, your goals, and answer any questions to make sure we’re a good fit.

3. Get started
If it’s a good match, we’ll send next steps, including an intake form and scheduling details.