Private Dog Training Sessions - Initial Evaluation — $300–$375/session
Duration: 1.5 sessions
Focus: Basic obedience
See Spot Stay
See Spot Stay is a dog training business in West Hollywood, California offering Board and Train, Private Lessons, and Virtual Training, with published programs from $80.
West Hollywood • CA • Home-based trainer • 4.2 ★ (5 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 6, 2026
Transparency Score
86 / 100
Highly transparent
How clearly this listing publishes the details owners need. See our methodology.
- Price transparency
- 88%
- Method transparency
- 100%
- Program clarity
- 66%
About this program
What they say about themselves
Jill Gasparac, who owns and runs See Spot Stay, comes from an unusual background for a dog trainer. She studied animal behavior under Master Dog Trainer Steve Morrissey and previously founded a nonprofit rescue organization focused on rehabilitating and rehoming dogs. According to her site, that rescue work—helping hundreds of dogs find homes—shaped her approach to training, particularly with dogs adjusting to new environments after unstable pasts.
The business operates out of a home setting in West Hollywood rather than a kennel facility. Their board-and-train program, which they call "Bow Wow Boot Camp," runs three to seven nights and includes progress videos during the stay plus a handoff session where owners learn what their dog has been taught. They also offer private lessons—at their location or yours—and virtual sessions by phone or FaceTime for follow-up questions or new puppy preparation.
Zeke, a team member described on their site, has worked full-time with dogs for over 25 years, handling daily walking and assisting with training. The site emphasizes that dogs get the same walker consistently rather than rotating staff or group pack walks. Their stated training philosophy centers on earning a dog's trust first, using praise and treats rather than harsh corrections—an approach they say works particularly well with rescue dogs and puppies learning basic obedience.
Getting started
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
What does See Spot Stay charge for board and train?
Board and train options dominate here, with See Spot Stay's 7-night obedience boot camp at $5,500 and a puppy-specific version at $6,200. A potty training camp runs $3,350, and shorter 3-5 night stays are available for dogs with some existing skills. Private lessons range from $220-$295 per hour, and virtual sessions start at $80 for 30 minutes.
Published rates are clear across most programs. The 7-night adult boot camp costs $5,500, while puppy programs run $3,350 to $6,200 depending on focus. Private sessions fall between $220-$295, and the shorter boot camp pricing requires direct inquiry.
Board and Train
Board and Train Obedience Boot Camp - 7 Nights — $5,500 per program
Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience, Leash training, Recall & off-leash
Duration: 7 days
Includes: Owner handoff sessions
Shorter Boot Camps (3-5 Nights)
Best for: Designed for dogs that already know some obedience
Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience
Duration: 3 days
Board and Train in West Hollywood typically runs $1,145–$5,990 across 4 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
Puppy Bow Wow Boot Camp - 7-Night Puppy Training Camp — $6,200 per program
Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience, Advanced obedience
Duration: 7 days
Includes: Owner handoff sessions
Puppy Potty Training Boot Camp - 7 Night Puppy Training Camp — $3,350 per program
Best for: Designed for puppies that only need help with house training; can be customized to 3-6 nights at $500 per night
Focus: Puppy training
Duration: 7 days
Includes: Owner handoff sessions
Mini Bow Wow Boot Camp — $200 per session
Best for: Requires a 1.5-hour evaluation session first
Focus: Basic obedience
Duration: 45 sessions
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Board and Train Obedience Boot Camp - 7 Nights | $5,500 per program | 7 days |
| Shorter Boot Camps (3-5 Nights) | Not published | 3 days |
| Puppy Bow Wow Boot Camp - 7-Night Puppy Training Camp | $6,200 per program | 7 days |
| Puppy Potty Training Boot Camp - 7 Night Puppy Training Camp | $3,350 per program | 7 days |
| Mini Bow Wow Boot Camp | $200 per session | 45 sessions |
Private Lessons
Private Dog Training Sessions - Additional 1-Hour Sessions — $220 per session
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training
Duration: 1 sessions
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Private Dog Training Sessions - Additional 1-Hour Sessions | $220–$295 per session | 1 sessions |
Virtual Training
Virtual Dog Training - 30-Minute Session — $80 per session
Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience
Duration: 30 sessions
Professional Remote Training Session — $95 per session
Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience
Duration: 1 sessions
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Dog Training - 30-Minute Session | $80 per session | 30 sessions |
| Professional Remote Training Session | $95 per session | 1 sessions |
What training methods does See Spot Stay use?
The site explicitly describes their approach as force-free. They consider aggression cases individually rather than accepting or declining them outright.
Method: Reward-based
Uses rewards and positive reinforcement only, without corrections or aversive tools.
How do we verify See Spot Stay?
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
Twenty-five years in the business, operating from a home-based setup with boot camps held in Pine Mountain Club. Video updates go out occasionally during stays. Insurance, certifications, and overnight staffing details aren't published on the site.
Facility: Home-based trainer
Owner visits: not specified on their website.
Video updates: Occasional updates
Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.
Insurance: not specified on their website.
Guarantee: not specified on their website.
Waitlist: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Contact form
How does See Spot Stay compare in West Hollywood?
Price: Their board & train is 54% above the West Hollywood midpoint based on published prices.
Reviews: See Spot Stay shows 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews among 4 published West Hollywood programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 86 out of 100 (price 88%, program clarity 66%). 2 of 4 West Hollywood listings show certifications; this business does not list certifications.
What to ask See Spot Stay
- 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 whether you can visit during the program.
- Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.
Location & hours
Training happens across multiple locations: boot camps take place in Pine Mountain Club, while dog walking services cover the West Hollywood and Hollywood Hills areas. The Gardner/De Longpre area serves as a base, though parking and accessibility specifics aren't mentioned.
Gardner/De Longpre area....Bow Wow Boot Camps are in Pine Mountain Club Dog Walking in West Hollywood and Hollywood Hills, West Hollywood, CA
Friday: 9AM-5PM
Monday: 9AM-5PM
Sunday: 9AM-5PM
Tuesday: 9AM-5PM
Saturday: 9AM-5PM
Thursday: 9AM-5PM
Wednesday: 9AM-5PM
Contact / request a quote
Reach out directly or send a quote request through See Spot Stay.
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