3 board and train programs across 3 cities in Montana. Because your dog stays with the trainer, it's common to travel across the state for the right program.
Board-and-train programs near Bozeman where dogs train in a home environment plus realistic public settings for on- and off-leash obedience.
Board-and-train program specializing in canine aggression, with a four-week minimum stay.
Board-and-train programs that work dogs at two training facilities, an outdoor field, trainers' homes and field trips to Bozeman parks, trails and dog-friendly stores.
This directory lists 3 board and train programs across 3 cities in Montana, including Belgrade, Billings, Bozeman. Listings are verified against each business's own website; the directory grows as new programs are added and confirmed.
Expect roughly $1,500–$6,000 for most Montana programs. Metro-area trainers and those keeping only a few dogs at a time charge more; rural kennel-based programs tend to be cheaper. Behavior modification for aggression or severe reactivity runs highest, often $4,000 and up for a four-to-six-week stay.
Often, yes. Because your dog stays with the trainer, you only make the trip at drop-off and pick-up — so a two-hour drive to a trainer who specializes in your dog's specific problem usually beats a nearby generalist. The main reason to stay local is the follow-up lessons, which are easier to attend if the trainer is close.