“After spending $7,000 with various board and train programs, we were frustrated with our dog’s lack of progress.  Now that Hank is home, he is finally the polite dog we knew he could be!”  – Matthew Love

Are you headed out of town and want your dog to upgrade his manners while you’re away?   Or perhaps you’d like to contract out the lion’s share of training to an expert?  Either way, consider Board and Train!

Why Pavlov?  There are a number of special aspects to Pavlov’s Board and Train Camp.  First, your dog’s day will be filled with structured walks, training sessions, and three daily socialization groups.   Your dog will build healthy social skills with fellow dogs.  Most dog training facilities shy away from socialization groups, and isolate campers from one another.  We feel that play groups fulfill a basic social need.   Secondly, Pavlov’s training approach is a healthy hybrid of traditional and contemporary training.  Consequently, your dog will excel quickly in learning new skills and stopping unwanted behaviors.  Finally, your dog’s alumni status will open doors.  Namely, lifetime access to group class and pack walks.  Also, your dog may qualify for boarding with benefits.  This way polite manners are maintained when you leave town.

Fill out an application here.

Board and Train Camp Agenda 

• Obedience Lessons – walk politely on a leash, heel (walk to the left of your hip, stop when you stop, start with you stop), whoa (slow down), parallel sit, stay, come, no (stop doing that).
• Manners. Address jumping on people, barking, jumping on counter tops.
• Field trips to hiking trails and public parks.
• Video and/or photo updates twice a week, so you may admire your dog’s progress, and begin learning how to maintain the good stuff.
• Three private lessons are required to help you maintain your dog’s polite behavior.

What does a trained dog look like?

Receive training updates like this.

Campers enjoy 3 daily play groups.

Denver Facility Tour

Four Dog Heel

Common Questions

1. What is the ratio of board and train dogs per dog trainer?  There are 3 dogs per 1 dog trainer.   The industry standard in Denver is 4-15 dogs per 1 dog trainer.   Enrollment is limited so we may focus on high-quality, individualized training.
2. Where will my dog be when not actively training?  Campers enjoy three daily play sessions in the backyard to socialize with fellow campers.  Additionally, your dog may lounge inside.
3. Where will my dog rest? In a comfortable crate with cozy bedding.  Meals and naptime are spent in crates, so your dog will have time to recharge.
4. How long is camp?  Most programs are two weeks.  Dogs new to training are enrolled in Obedience 1, which is an on-leash program. Dogs with a prior foundation of training may qualify for obedience 2, which is an off-leash program.  Either they must have gone through obedience one with Pavlov, or another program elsewhere, and be responsive to obedience commands in a low-distraction setting like your home.  If you’d like your dog to advance through both obedience levels 1 and 2, we’ll need a three-week program.
5. Can I dictate training methods, or put restrictions on my dog trainer?  No.
6. Is this a superior program? Yes.  Pavlov is the most-reviewed dog training company in Denver on Yelp and Google.  Additionally, we hold a solid 4.9-5 stars on both platforms.
7. Why these agenda items? Pavlov specializes in family dog training.  Curriculum is designed to encourage a grounded head space, and while the agenda has been tweaked over the years, we believe the current agenda provides the most return on investment.
8. What is the minimum age?  6 months. If you seek training for puppies younger than six months, consider private dog training.
9. Aggression.  “My dog threatens dogs when she is off-leash.  Is board and train a good program to address this issue?”   No.  Camp is not designed to address threatening behavior towards dogs.  Reactivity on-leash is not considered aggression.  While campers do not have to make friends, it is important that they peacefully coexist.
10. I am unable to attend the required follow-up lessons, nor enforce polite behaviors after the program.  Is this a wise investment?  No.  Without consistency, your dog’s training will not sustain.   Dogs are not robots.  Dogs are sentient beings that make decisions based on the consequences of previous actions.  It is important to understand that learning happens so long as your dog is alive.  Your dog will be as consistent – or inconsistent – as your consistencies.
11. Can I purchase additional camp days?  Yes.  Additional boarding may be purchased at $80 a day.
12. What is the price?  $4000-$6000.
13. What vaccinations are required?    The legal minimum is required: rabies and ONE distemper/parvo vaccination.  Titers that display immunity are accepted.
14. My dog completed a training program with Pavlov, and I want to board with a trainer who will insist on polite manners, and not comprise previous training.  Is this an option?  Yes, this is called Boarding with Benefits.  Benefits include: maintaining house manners, socialization with other campers (for dog-friendly dogs), correcting naughty stuff as it arises, and living in a cozy space.  No more coming home from vacation to find that your dog has practiced naughty behavior!  The price is $80 per day.
15. Will my dog be supported after the program?  Yes, group classes and pack walks are available for your dog’s lifetime.
16. Where is Pavlov located?  Southwest Denver.  1295 South Jason Street, Denver, CO 80223.
17. How can I discuss which training options are best for my dog? Fill out the Board and Train Application.  Afterward, we will contact you by phone.