Stay & Train Programs

Foundations → Elite Behavior Training

High-structure, immersive training designed to create reliable dogs — and confident owners — for real life.

At The Dog Works, Stay & Train is our most effective training option. Dogs live and train in a structured environment while receiving focused, daily work — then transition back home with clear guidance and support.

This program is ideal for dogs who need consistency, repetition, and professional oversight to build strong foundations or advance to higher levels of reliability.

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What makes Stay & Train Different

Your dog receives:

→ Daily, personalized training sessions

→ Clear structure and routine

→ Real-world exposure and proofing

→ Professional handling and consistency

You Receive:

→ Regular progress updates

→ A comprehensive go-home coaching session

→ Clear instructions for maintaining results

→ Ongoing support as your dog transitions back home

This is immersive training — with owner education built in.

The Training Path

Progress is earned, not rushed. Every level builds toward the summit.

  • 1 Week | $950

    Level I establishes the structure every successful dog needs. This is where clarity, consistency, and calm routines begin.

    Best for:
    Dogs new to formal training or those needing a reset in structure and expectations

    Focus:

    • Engagement and focus

    • Clear communication

    • Calm, predictable routines

    Skills Introduced:
    Leash manners, sit/down/place (held until released), name response, recall foundations, household structure

    Outcome:
    A calmer, more responsive dog with a strong foundation for continued progress

Level I Foundations

Level II Core Skills

  • 2 Weeks | $1,550

    Level II builds reliability through repetition, consistency, and increased expectations.

    Best for:
    Dogs ready to strengthen obedience, impulse control, and follow-through

    Focus:

    • Consistency across environments

    • Improved responsiveness under distraction

    • Confidence built through structure

    Skills Developed:
    Improved leash walking, longer duration behaviors, impulse control, structured routines, environmental proofing

    Outcome:
    A dog who understands expectations and responds more reliably in everyday life

Level Iii Advanced behavior

  • 3 Weeks | $2,200

    This level is where training becomes dependable — even when life gets busy.

    Best for:
    Dogs needing advanced reliability, stronger impulse control, or polished public-space manners

    Focus:

    • Advanced obedience

    • Real-world proofing

    • Consistent control at home and in public

    Skills Refined:
    Extended duration commands, neutrality around people and dogs, public behavior, off-leash foundations (when appropriate)

    Outcome:
    A confident, well-mannered dog who performs reliably across environments

Level IV Elite & Specialized Training

  • 4 Weeks | Custom Quote

    Level IV is a fully customized training experience designed around advanced goals and real-life demands.

    Best for:
    Dogs with complex behavior needs, advanced reliability goals, or service-foundation work

    Focus:

    • Tailored training plans

    • High-level obedience

    • Specialized, goal-driven outcomes

    Includes (When Appropriate):
    Advanced public behavior, task foundations, handler transfer skills, and extended real-world proofing

    Outcome:
    A highly reliable dog with training built specifically for your lifestyle and long-term needs

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What’s included

Every stay & train program includes:

  • Personalized daily training

  • Structured routines

  • Progress updates

  • Real-world proofing

  • Go-home coaching session

  • Follow-up support

Training doesn’t end at pickup — we make sure you’re prepared to maintain progress.

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Is stay & train right for your pup?

  • Your schedule limits daily training consistency

  • You want faster, structured progress

  • Your dog benefits from professional repetition

  • You’re committed to maintaining the work afterward

Stay & Train is a great fit if:

  • You’re looking for a quick fix without follow-through

  • You’re unwilling to practice after graduation

  • You want unstructured or play-based training

This program may not be a fit if:

The Transition Home

Structure transfers — not disappears.

Every Stay & Train program ends with a comprehensive Owner Coaching Session.

We’ll walk through every command, practice together, and ensure you feel confident continuing the work at home.

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Ready To Start The Path?

All Stay & Train programs begin with a Free In-Home Consultation to ensure the right fit and recommend the appropriate level.

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