Board and Train in San Luis Obispo, CA — 2 Businesses

Board and train in San Luis Obispo, California: 2 businesses serving local owners. Of those, 0 allow owner visits during the stay and 0 have overnight staffing on site. Published weekly pricing is still limited — request quotes before you book.

Last updated: Sep 5, 2026

2 Businesses
Per week — not published
1 wk typical length
0 Allow visits
0 Overnight staffing
Updated Sep 5, 2026

DognPooch.com

San Luis Obispo, CA

Balanced trainer studied under Sean O'Shea and Jeff Gellman; runs small-group board & trains focused on e-collar off-leash obedience with daily video updates

5.0(137 Google Reviews)

Board and Train programs run 1 to 2 weeks, with handoff sessions and follow-up sessions included depending on the program length. The 2-week option is designed specifically for more complex or reactive dogs who need additional time. Base pricing for these programs isn't published, but additional training weeks beyond the initial stay are available at $800 per week. Group Classes for puppies are also offered, with pricing available on request.

Gentle Touch Pet Training

San Luis Obispo, CA

Nonprofit program since 1999 with proceeds supporting service dogs for veterans; offers clicker-based group classes from puppy through agility, plus a Feisty Fidos class for reactive dogs

4.8(59 Google Reviews)

Three program types are listed: Group Classes, Board and Train, and Private Lessons. Group Classes span a wide range—from Puppy Preschool for dogs 8 to 16 weeks through Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced levels, plus specialty options like agility and nose work. Board and Train includes both a residential option and a daycare-based format, while Private Lessons offer one-on-one instruction. Pricing for all programs is available on request rather than published online.

How much does board and train cost in San Luis Obispo, CA?

Local board and train totals vary with program length. Use the table for published San Luis Obispo ranges; request a written quote when a length band has few samples.

Board and train totals in San Luis Obispo by program length
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What should you ask before booking a board and train in San Luis Obispo?

Ask about overnight staffing, whether owner visits are allowed, how many dogs each trainer handles, which methods and tools are used, whether handoff sessions are included, and what happens if your dog is not a fit mid-program. Clear answers matter more than a polished sales page.

Why do dogs regress after board and train?

Regression after board and train is the most common complaint because skills learned in a training kennel do not automatically transfer to your home. Plan for owner coaching, structured handoff sessions, and a realistic homework plan. See our methodology for how we evaluate program transparency.

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How much does board and train cost in San Luis Obispo, CA?

Published pricing is still limited — request quotes. Compare the listings above for San Luis Obispo board and train options.

How many board and train providers are in San Luis Obispo?

2 published businesses in San Luis Obispo, CA offer board and train.

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