All dogs on our Board & Train programmes will stay in the family home of their trainer. They will be supervised at all times unless crated during rest periods or nighttime. If your dog suffers from reactivity, there may be a need to have your dog in a suitable outhouse on the trainer’s property until sufficient progress has been made to reintroduce the dog to the house, and this would be part of its training protocol.

We believe in the positive modern-day principles of dog training, with an ethical and responsible approach to the animals’ welfare. We don’t subscribe to any one set of rules that would restrict our approach and, therefore, undermine the results we deliver. We believe that the training methods and techniques we employ should not only centre around the practical goal we aim to achieve but also that our trainers have a fundamental understanding of a dog’s genius - the psychology behind their actions.

Our core philosophy is that a happy and responsive dog works for everything it wants and that mental and physical stimulation will play a massive part in delivering the results you are after. Food, love, praise, attention - all can be positive motivators without having to ‘bribe’ your dog. By setting clear boundaries and eliminating inconsistent owner-to-dog messaging, you will be on the path to a successful relationship between you and your loyal companion. Our training methods include hand feeding, clickers and whistles, tonality, environmental assessments...and heaps of praise!

We have a wealth of talented and dedicated trainers who hold a vast range of general and specialist qualifications, along with years of experience in a variety of canine fields. All our trainers subscribe to the use of reward-based training techniques, applied with a methodical and balanced approach to assessing your dog's needs. If you are in need of a trainer with a specific area of expertise we would be happy to help find you the perfect match for you and your dog. You can do this by calling us on the above number or emailing us.

Yes, of course! When your dog returns to you, not only will it be excited to see you, but we will show you how to build as strong a bond as ever.

Throughout your dog's time with us, we will send you regular training session videos, transparent progress updates and clear explanations of our methodologies. These shared videos will be a roadmap for you to refer back to in the future. Upon completion of the program, we will arrange a detailed face-to-face handover where your trainer will coach you through everything covered over the past few weeks. We will also provide a written report giving you the tools and techniques to keep your dog attentive, well-behaved and responsive to your commands.

The short answer is that it is never too late to start!

We subscribe to the belief that every breed is different and that every dog within each breed is different, too. Therefore, learning speeds can vary depending on various factors, including age. As a rough guide, basic obedience is best taught sooner rather than later, ideally from 12 weeks to 6 months. This will help to give your dog a balanced and well-rounded character. Advanced obedience is typically best at 6 to 12 months, depending on temperament, giving you safety and control when leaving your dog off leash in public environments. Of course, obedience can be taught at any age, but the longer you leave it, the longer and more challenging it can be to correct bad habits.

Occasionally, we will run promotional offers, keep an eye on our social media accounts or subscribe to our mailing list to find out more. However, such promotions are only seasonal as we strongly believe our unrivalled level of service and top-of-the-industry expertise we offer is the best value for money in the market. Spaces are limited and we only take on a select number of clients per month. Our 100’s of satisfied customers are a testament to this. Their feedback can be seen on our Google Reviews.

No trainer can ethically guarantee results...dogs aren’t robots and all adapt differently to training! However, we do offer lifetime support for anyone completing a Board & Train program. Book a call or read our Terms & Conditions to find out more.

With any Board & Train programme you will first enter into a contact with Fetch & Retrieve, where we outline all the agreed issues you would like us to focus on. Throughout your dog's stay your trainer will send you regular updates. At the end of the programme you will be given a thorough handover.

However, if for whatever reason you feel the training was not up to standard you expected, or you struggle to maintain the same level of control once the dog has returned home, we offer a range of post-programme support tools to help you and your dog get back on track. These include; a custom report that will give you clear and actionable advice based on the specific needs of your dog, phone support from a qualified trainer, and a complementary face-to-face refresher session at your home.