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Board and Train programs range from 2 to 4 weeks, priced $1,500 to $4,000. The 2-week Puppy Foundation Program is designed for puppies 8 to 14 weeks old at $1,500. The 4-week Jumpstart programs run $3,000 to $4,000, with the PLUS tier at $4,000 including handoff sessions; the standard Jumpstart is for puppies 8 weeks to 6 months. Group Classes are also available—a 4-week Teen Tune-Up Program for puppies 6 to 18 months costs $3,000.

Group Classes include a six-week Puppy Kindergarten for puppies five months or younger, plus subject-specific sessions for targeting individual skills—though pricing for those isn't published yet. Free Puppy Socials are available at no cost for pups 10 weeks to 5 months old. Private Lessons come in two formats—Coached Training and Day Training—both running four weeks at $160–$170 per session. Day Training includes handoff sessions, designed for owners with hectic schedules.

In-Home Training is the sole format offered, covering obedience, puppy foundations, and behavior issues. The obedience program spans five months, with the same pricing whether you're training one dog or two. Puppy training can begin before your new dog even arrives home, making it ideal for families preparing for a new addition. Pricing for all three In-Home Training programs isn't published on the listing—you'll need to reach out directly for current rates.