Board & Train — Adult Dog Program

Build reliability and manners in your adult dog

For social adult dogs who need consistent obedience, better manners, or to work through a non-aggressive behaviour challenge. Four weeks of intensive training in a real home — not a kennel.

4 week program$3,360Greenwood, BC
Force-free methods only #1 referred B&T in Western Canada 100+ graduates
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A note from Denise

Denise — Head trainer, Nisi & Lisi

Adult dogs can absolutely learn new behaviours — it just takes the right approach and consistency. If your dog knows what to do but chooses not to, or if you're struggling with pulling and over-excitement, this program is built for you.

★★★★★

Our two-year-old Lab came back with manners we didn't think were possible. Walking on leash is now a pleasure instead of a workout. Worth every penny.

— Mark T., Calgary AB · Yellow Adult program graduate

This program is designed for dogs who

Pull on leash or are over-excited on walks
Jump on people or ignore basic commands
Have poor recall or struggle with impulse control
Need better manners at doors, with guests, in public
Are social and friendly but untrained
Don't have aggression towards people or other dogs

Your dog's 4 weeks with us

Daily 1:1 training sessions
Polite social greetings with humans and dogs
Impulse control at boundaries
Basic obedience: Sit, Down, Stay, Come
Addressing leash pulling and over-excitement
Socialisation with friendly dogs
Daily walks, hikes and real-life outings
12 months ongoing support

Every program includes

Force-free training — no shock collars, no pinch collars, no aversives
Home orientation so your dog's training sticks after they return
Text and email support with your trainer post-program

A typical day for your dog

AM

Morning training session

One-on-one focused work on your dog's specific goals — when dogs are freshest and most receptive.

MID

Real-world outing

Walks, hikes and town visits to practise in real environments — not just in a training yard.

AFT

Socialisation and enrichment

Carefully managed time with other dogs, people, and animals on our 5-acre property.

EVE

Rest and home life

Your dog settles in our home — not a kennel. Evenings are calm, comfortable and family-style.


FAQ

Is it too late to train my adult dog?

Absolutely not. Adult dogs learn extremely well — in some ways better than puppies because they have a longer attention span. The key is consistency, which is exactly what 4 weeks of intensive training provides.

What if my dog has some reactivity as well?

If your dog has mild reactivity alongside general manners issues, get in touch and we'll assess which program is the better fit. For dogs with significant aggression or reactivity, the Reactive Dog program is more appropriate.

How far do dogs travel to attend?

Dogs travel to us from across BC and Alberta. Pickup is available from Kelowna, Chilliwack and Vancouver, with Lower Mainland door-to-door starting July 2026.

Will the training stick when my dog comes home?

Yes — every program includes a full home orientation so you know exactly how to handle and maintain your dog's training. You also get 12 months of text and email support after your dog returns home.

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Tell us about your dog — it takes two minutes and there's no obligation.

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