Frequently Asked Questions

This is a common and very understandable question. You love your dog and all the little things that make them and individual, you just want get some of those problem behaviors under control. The answer to this question is, No. What you will see is your dog's true personality in a better state of mind. It can be a big change to see your dog finally calm and relaxed, but this is a far better way for them to live and enjoy life. All of those little things that make your dog special will still be there and now you will be able to enjoy them more!

Yes. For your dog's safety all dogs are in crates when we are not actively working with them. While your dog is here training with us they are getting a lot of physical and mental exercise daily and come to view the crate as place for relaxation, down time, and meals. Even if you choose not to utilize a crate at home, it is import that dogs are comfortable in a crate incase of emergencies like extended vet stays, moving, and home repair.

YES! When your dog comes home from any training program there will be work for you to do. We, as trainers, are giving you a great foundation to build on with your dog, but if you do not continue to work with your dog and grow, all of that training will eventually disappear. The good news is that we set you up for success! You will have homework emailed to you to study, receive teaching videos during your dog's stay, and you will have lessons at the end of training with unlimited follow ups as needed. We will give you all of the tools that you need, all you have to do is follow through. Coaching for the human end of the leash is one of the most important part of any trainer's job. Here at Positive Energy Dog Training we faced on making sure that you have all of the tools necessary for continued success.

What makes board and train programs so successful is the fact that we are teaching the dogs in a neutral environment, away from the triggers that spark their bad habits. We are working hard to reframe your dog's state of mind to get them to a healthy place mentally. If they see you too soon or too frequently, those stresses and anxieties can come back, setting training back several days or even weeks. You will receive photo and video updates to see your dog's progress. We do allow one visit per week so you can see your dog's progress first hand.