Puppy or Dog Picker Consultation — $300/session
Best for: Exclusively available for puppies and dogs that will be participating in the training boot camps.
Focus: Basic obedience
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Aly's Puppy Boot Camp
Aly's Puppy Boot Camp is a dog training business in Arroyo Grande, California offering Board and Train, In-Home Training, and Private Lessons, with published programs from $1,200.
Arroyo Grande • CA • Training facility • 5.0 ★ (70 Google reviews)
Last verified: Aug 11, 2026
Transparency Score
91 / 100
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- Price transparency
- 88%
- Method transparency
- 100%
- Program clarity
- 84%
About this program
What they say about themselves
Aly's Puppy Boot Camp centers on founder Alyson Rodges, who describes herself as having trained dogs for decades while raising a family. According to her site, she developed her methods around the demands of everyday life rather than formal obedience settings. She's nicknamed the "Doodle Whisperer" within the industry and competes in reined cow horse events. Her son Luke and trainer Wendie also work with dogs at the facility.
Training takes place at "Aly's Acres" in Arroyo Grande, a property featuring kennels, grooming areas, green space, and exposure to farm animals including goats, chickens, horses, and cats. The business describes its approach through two branded frameworks: the "Pillars of Pack Leadership" and what they call the "ForceFree Method," which uses low-level vibration e-collars for off-leash reliability and recall. Their stated goal is helping dogs choose calm behavior rather than simply following commands.
Beyond board-and-train programs for puppies as young as eight weeks, the business sells pre-trained dogs matched to buyers' lifestyles and offers AKC Canine Good Citizen preparation. Graduates receive lifetime access to an alumni community with discounted boarding and future training. They also run a paid membership community and consultation services for people selecting puppies from breeders. The site claims an IBPSA award for Best Small Pet Facility, though some listed awards reference future dates.
Getting started
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
What does Aly's Puppy Boot Camp charge for board and train?
Board-and-train options dominate the lineup at Aly's Puppy Boot Camp, with programs ranging from a 5-day day-train camp to multi-week residential stays covering obedience, socialization, and off-leash recall. Private lesson courses are also available, including a 6-week AKC Canine Champions program and a 4-session leadership course. Most bootcamp programs include handoff sessions and follow-up training, though eligibility varies—puppies as young as 8 weeks can enroll if coming from an approved breeder, while dogs showing aggression are excluded from certain programs.
Board-and-train programs run from $1,750 for the 5-day option up to $4,500 for the full 2-week obedience and recall bootcamp. Private lesson courses cost $1,200 to $1,800. The day-train option requires a $35 preliminary assessment fee. In-home training is offered but pricing isn't published for that service.
Board and Train
Dog Training Bootcamp: Manners/Socialization/Obedience/Come When Called — $4,500 per program
This two-week program builds off-leash recall reliability using a remote collar set to vibration, alongside foundational manners like sit, place, and crate training. It also prepares dogs to meet AKC Canine Good Citizen test requirements through structured socialization, group walks, and distraction training.
The dog boards at the facility for two weeks with daily training, group walks, and socialization, ending in a graduation day.
Best for: Dogs 20 weeks of age or older ready for off-leash recall and CGC-level manners.
Focus: Recall & off-leash, Advanced obedience, Basic obedience, Socialization
Duration: 2 weeks
Includes: Owner handoff sessions, Follow-up sessions
Puppy Training Bootcamp: Manners/Socialization/Obedience — $3,950 per program
This three-week program covers early puppy foundations including potty training, crate comfort, and basic commands like sit, come, down, and stand. Puppies are exposed to real-world sights, sounds, grooming handling, and car riding manners within a home environment.
The puppy boards at the facility for three weeks receiving daily training and socialization with people and other dogs.
Best for: Puppies 8 weeks and older coming directly from an approved breeder.
Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Basic obedience
Duration: 3 weeks
Includes: Owner handoff sessions, Follow-up sessions
Diamond Dog Training Program (Dog Training Bootcamp: Manners/Socialization/Obedience) — $3,950 per program
This program exposes dogs to people, other dogs, and farm animals to build balance and self-control, alongside loose leash walking, distance/duration obedience, and household etiquette. It targets preparation for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test.
The dog boards at the facility with daily training and socialization, culminating in a graduation ceremony.
Best for: Pups 16 weeks and older and dogs of all ages seeking real-world manners and CGC readiness.
Focus: Basic obedience, Socialization, Leash training, Advanced obedience
Includes: Owner handoff sessions, Follow-up sessions
The Day Train Boot Camp — $1,750 per program
This five-day daytime-only program (no overnight stay) covers leash etiquette, pack walk socialization, confidence building, meet-and-greets, and the place command. Dogs are dropped off 8am-5pm and owners receive evening video homework assignments.
The dog attends daily from 8am to 5pm without overnight boarding; owners implement evening homework.
Best for: Dogs without aggression issues who need minor behavior fine-tuning.
Focus: Leash training, Socialization, Basic obedience
Duration: 5 days
Includes: Follow-up sessions
Pawsitive Social Stay & Play Program — $4,200 per program
This two-week boarding program focuses on positive socialization through pack walks, group play, and social experiences, with support for potty and crate training basics.
The dog boards at the facility for two weeks engaging in group play and pack walks.
Best for: Pups 16 weeks and older and dogs of all ages without aggression or severe behavior issues.
Focus: Socialization, Puppy training
Duration: 2 weeks
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dog Training Bootcamp: Manners/Socialization/Obedience/Come When Called | $4,500 per program | 2 weeks |
| Puppy Training Bootcamp: Manners/Socialization/Obedience | $3,950 per program | 3 weeks |
| Diamond Dog Training Program (Dog Training Bootcamp: Manners/Socialization/Obedience) | $3,950 per program | — |
| The Day Train Boot Camp | $1,750 per program | 5 days |
| Pawsitive Social Stay & Play Program | $4,200 per program | 2 weeks |
Private Lessons
Pillars of Pack Leadership - 4 Session Course — $1,200 per program
This four-session course teaches calm leash walking, a reliable place command, how to stop disruptive behaviors, and daily structure using the Pillars of Pack Leadership philosophy.
Owner and dog attend four sessions together led by the APBC team.
Focus: Leash training, Basic obedience
Duration: 4 sessions
6-Week AKC Canine Champions Bootcamp — $1,800 per program
This six-week, one-on-one program consists of six hour-long sessions covering Pillars of Pack Leadership and preparing the dog for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test, with the test cost included.
Owner and dog attend six weekly hour-long sessions with the APBC team.
Focus: Advanced obedience, Basic obedience
Duration: 6 weeks
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pillars of Pack Leadership - 4 Session Course | $1,200 per program | 4 sessions |
| 6-Week AKC Canine Champions Bootcamp | $1,800 per program | 6 weeks |
In-Home Training
Aly's Insider Training
This is an on-site shadowing experience where dog lovers, aspiring trainers, or professionals work alongside Aly and her team to learn the Pillars of Pack Leadership methods firsthand.
Participants work side-by-side with Aly and the training team on-site.
Best for: Dog lovers, aspiring trainers, groomers, dog walkers, or seasoned pros wanting to sharpen skills.
Focus: Basic obedience
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Aly's Insider Training | Not published | — |
What training methods does Aly's Puppy Boot Camp use?
The program explicitly describes its approach as balanced training. Dogs with aggression toward humans or other dogs are not accepted into most programs, with eligibility screenings in place for the day-train bootcamp.
Method: Balanced
Combines rewards with corrections, which may include tools such as prong collars or e-collars.
How do we verify Aly's Puppy Boot Camp?
Certifications: Not specified on their website
Verification still pending or not yet requested. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.
Trust & facility details
Daily video updates keep owners informed during their dog's stay at the dedicated training facility. Visits are limited rather than open-door, so scheduling is required. A waitlist suggests demand, though details on overnight staffing, insurance, and certifications aren't published on the site.
Facility: Training facility
Owner visits: Limited visits
Video updates: Daily updates
Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.
Insurance: not specified on their website.
Guarantee: not specified on their website.
Waitlist: Yes
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: not specified on their website.
How does Aly's Puppy Boot Camp compare in Arroyo Grande?
Price: Their board & train is 28% above the Arroyo Grande midpoint based on published prices.
Reviews: Aly's Puppy Boot Camp shows 5.0★ from 70 Google reviews among 4 published Arroyo Grande programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 91 out of 100 (price 88%, program clarity 84%). Certification disclosure is still sparse in this city.
What to ask Aly's Puppy Boot Camp
- Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
- Ask for proof of liability insurance.
- Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
- Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.
Location & hours
The facility sits at 776 Calle Bendita in Arroyo Grande. Parking and accessibility details aren't specified on the website.
776 Calle Bendita, Arroyo Grande, CA
Friday: 8AM-6PM
Monday: 8AM-6PM
Sunday: 11AM-5PM
Tuesday: 8AM-6PM
Saturday: 8AM-6PM
Thursday: 8AM-6PM
Wednesday: 8AM-6PM
Contact / request a quote
Reach out directly or send a quote request through Aly's Puppy Boot Camp.
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