Q: What do we do when we get home?
A: Practice and be consistent with the cues and body language you learned during your handover meeting. We recommend that you sit down with the family (and Trainers) to come up with a plan for your dog’s training that fits into your family’s daily schedule. Having a set time where skills are reinforced is a great way to continue your dog’s training without having to take hours out of your day! If you get stuck, you can call or email the trainers.
Q: Do you do in-home training?
A: Not at this time; however; it may be considered on a case by case basis.
Q: What if my trip is longer than the Board & Train?
A: No worries! If your pup needs to be at The Farm for a longer duration than their training program, you can choose from one of our regular lodging activity packages for your dog to enjoy before their training begins. Select from Lodging Package options here!
Q: Where do you train?
A: All over The Farm! We had a dedicated training space that offers low distractions. For indoor spaces, we will utililze their room, the hallways of the Lodge, and even THR!VE Market. For outdoor spaces, we use our training field, Nature Trail, and anywhere that offers an opportunity! Our goal is to create a well-rounded training experience.
Q: How much time throughout the day will my dog receive training?
A: We average around 2 hours each day divided into short sessions to keep engagement levels high. The
duration of training ultimately depends on each dog and how much they are willing to do each day!
Q: What if I want my dog to have more training, but do not
want to book another Board and Train?
A: Good news! We now offer Adventure Training Camp, a Day Training Refresher program, exclusively for pets and pet parents that have completed a Board and Train program with us.
Q: How do I register my dog for training?
A: Whether you are new to The Farm or already a client, start here to register and/or to request a reservation for Board & Train or Adventure Training Camp.
Q: What is the cancellation policy for Board & Train?
A: A deposit of 50% is required to make a reservation. This deposit is refundable with 21 days’ notice of cancellation. The full payment is due on the first day of camp.
Q: What are check-in and check-out times for camp?
A: Board and Train: We train 7 days a week and ask that you drop off as early as possible on your check in day (Monday- Saturday 8 AM, Sundays 10 AM). Check out time is 4pm on the 5th, 11th, or 21st day of training. This allows your dog to receive all their training time, and we will end the day with a Handover Meeting.
Adventure Training Camp: Available Monday- Saturday. We ask that you drop off between 8-9 am and pick up between 5-6pm. This allows your pup to participate in any activities you have chosen and receive all of their training time for the day.
Q: Does training include behavioral training, socialization, or potty training?
A: Not at this time, but you may see a decrease in undesired behaviors like “mouthing,” reactivity, or accidents indoors due to consisten responses from trainers.
Q: What if we get home and things are not going well?
A: Please let us know! We are here to support you and your dog as much as we can. We are happy to get on a call to discuss or schedule an additional Handover Meeting if necessary.
Q: How old does my pup need to be?
A: If you’re considering training for your puppy, we recommend starting as soon as they meet The Farm’s vaccine requirements.
