Dog Board and Train in Sarasota, FL
Private lessons are held at public parks in the Sarasota–Bradenton area; board & train dogs live with a Pro Trainer. Rated 4.9 on Google by 142 Sarasota dog owners.
The two board & train programs
2 Week Basic Board & Train
$2,900
2 weeks
- Your dog boards with a Pro Trainer
- Daily video report cards
- Low-to-moderate distractions: home and neighborhood
- 2–3 hour one-on-one handoff session
- E-collar and leash included
- Lifetime refreshers after completion
Best for control and reliability at home, on walks and with guests.
Book now3 Week Advanced Board & Train
$4,350
3 weeks
- Your dog boards with a Pro Trainer
- Daily video report cards
- Higher-level distractions: parks, dog-friendly stores, restaurant patios
- On- and off-leash reliability
- 2–3 hour one-on-one handoff session
- E-collar and leash included
- Lifetime refreshers after completion
Dogs 6 months and older without behavioral concerns.
Book nowGuarantee details: our results, satisfaction, and lifetime support/refresher guarantees apply to select programs only, and terms vary by program. Please contact us for the full guarantee terms that apply to your dog's program.
2-week basic vs 3-week advanced
| Compare | 2 Week Basic Board & Train | 3 Week Advanced Board & Train |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,900 | $4,350 |
| Environments | Home and neighborhood | Parks, dog-friendly stores, restaurant patios |
| Distraction level | Low to moderate | High |
| Leash | On leash with reliable commands | On and off leash |
| Who it is for | Owners who want control at home, on walks and with guests | Owners who want to take the dog anywhere |
| Requirements | Dogs 6 months and older | Dogs 6 months and older without behavioral concerns |
| Handoff | 2–3 hour one-on-one session | 2–3 hour one-on-one session |
Dogs with aggression or anxiety are better served by Behavior Modification Lessons first; see the aggressive and reactive dog training page.
What happens during a board & train in Sarasota
Day 1: drop-off and plan
Your trainer meets you and your dog, reviews the goals from your consultation and sets the training plan.
Every day: training and a video report card
Your dog trains daily with a Pro Trainer and you receive a video report card so you see progress, not just hear about it.
Real-world proofing
The basic program proofs commands around home and neighborhood distractions; the advanced program adds parks, stores and patios, on and off leash.
Handoff: 2–3 hours, one on one
You learn every command, the e-collar settings and how to keep the results. The e-collar and leash are yours to keep.
After: lifetime refreshers
Graduates can return for refresher sessions after completion.
Board & train results from Sarasota owners
4.9 stars from 142 Google reviews as of the day this page was published. Read all reviews on Google.
★★★★★My German Shepherd/Husky began her board and train with anxiety, terrible leash manners, and wouldn't listen to basic commands outside of sit. Now she holds place, walks well on a leash and off leash, and listens to all commands. I was in constant communication with the trainer, getting videos and picture updates during her stay.
★★★★★My dog went through the two week board and train program and I was shocked at the results. They sent me updates every day and when I got my dog back after two weeks he was a new dog. Before training Jax wouldn't listen to anything and now he listens to commands and doesn't jump on people anymore.
★★★★★Best thing I could have ever done for my Great Dane Lucy. She is a new dog thanks to my trainers. We have recently acquired another Great Dane and we have already lined up another 2 week board and train for our new baby girl.
Watch board & train before-and-after videos
The Off Leash K9 Training network publishes more than 1,500 before-and-after videos on YouTube. Pick any dog that looks like yours and watch the first day and the last day.
Board & train pickup areas
Off Leash K9 Training Sarasota serves Sarasota and Manatee counties. Lessons happen at public parks near you; board & train pickup is arranged at the consultation.
- Bradenton
- Lakewood Ranch
- Venice
- North Port
- Englewood
- Parrish
- Palmetto
- Ellenton
- Siesta Key
- Longboat Key
- Osprey
- Nokomis
Sarasota neighborhoods: Bird Key, Lido Key, St. Armands, Palmer Ranch, Gulf Gate, Bee Ridge, Fruitville, The Meadows, Kensington Park, Southgate, Sarasota Springs, Vamo, University Park, Bayshore Gardens, Palma Sola.
Board & train questions
How much is board and train in Sarasota?
The 2-week basic board & train is $2,900 and the 3-week advanced board & train is $4,350 at Off Leash K9 Training Sarasota FL. Both prices include the e-collar, the leash, daily video report cards and the 2–3 hour handoff session; there are no add-on fees for the handoff.
What will my dog learn in two weeks?
Reliable Come, Sit and Extended Sit, Down, Place and Extended Place, loose-leash walking and Off (no jumping, no barking) around home and neighborhood distractions. The 3-week advanced program adds off-leash reliability and proofing in parks, stores and patios.
Where does my dog stay during board and train?
With a Pro Trainer, not in a kennel row. Dogs live with their trainer for the length of the program, train every day and are exposed to the real environments the program covers. You receive a video report card each day.
Can an aggressive dog do the 3-week advanced program?
No. The 3-week advanced board & train is for dogs 6 months and older without behavioral concerns. Dogs with aggression, anxiety or reactivity start with Behavior Modification Lessons ($1,100), which are designed for exactly those triggers.
What happens at pickup?
Pickup is a 2–3 hour one-on-one session with the trainer. You practice every command yourself, learn the e-collar settings your dog is working on and leave with a plan for the first weeks at home.
Do board and train results last?
They last when the handoff plan is followed, which is why the session runs 2–3 hours and why lifetime refreshers are included after completion. Guarantee details vary by program; see the note in the footer.
Talk to a Sarasota trainer today
Free phone consultation. Mon–Fri 9 AM–10 PM · Sat–Sun 12 PM–10 PM.