Board & train dog training in Honolulu, HI

4 board and train programs listed in and around Honolulu. Each one is an immersive program where your dog stays with the trainer — typically two to four weeks — rather than attending weekly classes.

Programs in Honolulu

Alpha K-9 Hawaii

Honolulu board-and-train covering sit, down, stand, come, heel, look, free and place work.

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Obedience & Off-Leash

Balanced Obedience Honolulu

Two-to-three-week 'Doggie Boot Camp' board-and-train with customized training, socialization and manners.

Length
2-3 weeks
Price
$3,900–$4,400
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Obedience & Off-LeashBehavior & Aggression

Island Dog Obedience

Two-week board-and-train on Oahu where the dog stays in a pro trainer's home and works on- and off-leash at beaches, stores and hikes.

Length
2 weeks
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Puppy ProgramsObedience & Off-Leash

Kolohe Canine

Board-and-train with 24/7 handling for extended stays, replicating the owner's daily structure with multiple play and training sessions.

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What board and train costs in Honolulu

Most programs in the Honolulu area fall between $1,500 and $6,000. The spread comes down to three things: how long your dog stays, how many dogs the trainer handles at once, and whether you need behavior work or just obedience. A two-week obedience program sits at the low end; four to six weeks of behavior modification for reactivity or aggression sits at the top.

Ask every trainer the same question — what's included? Equipment, the go-home lesson, and follow-up sessions are sometimes bundled and sometimes billed separately, which can move the real total by several hundred dollars.

Board and train in Honolulu — FAQ

How much does board and train cost in Honolulu, HI?

Board and train programs in and around Honolulu, HI generally run $1,500–$6,000 depending on length and intensity. Two-week obedience programs sit at the lower end; multi-week behavior modification for reactivity or aggression sits at the top. Several of the 4 programs listed here publish pricing, but most quote after an evaluation — request quotes from two or three to compare what is actually included.

How do I choose a board and train program in Honolulu, HI?

Visit in person before booking. Ask how many dogs the trainer takes at once, who will personally handle your dog, where dogs sleep, what methods and equipment are used, and how many follow-up lessons are included. Ask for references from clients with a dog like yours. A trainer who welcomes a facility tour and answers method questions plainly is worth more than one with a slicker website.

Do Honolulu, HI trainers offer pick-up and drop-off?

Some do, particularly for clients within a metro radius, and a few include transport in the program price. Others require you to drop off and pick up yourself — which many trainers prefer anyway, since the pick-up visit doubles as your go-home lesson. Ask when you request a quote; it is listed inconsistently on trainer websites.

What if there is no board and train near me in Honolulu, HI?

Board and train is one of the few dog training services people routinely travel for, precisely because the dog stays on site — you make the drive twice rather than weekly. It is common to use a trainer one to three hours away, and some programs draw clients from neighboring states. Widen your search to the state page before settling for a program you are unsure about.