3 board and train programs across 3 cities in New Jersey. Because your dog stays with the trainer, it's common to travel across the state for the right program.
Two-week immersive board-and-train on a private 12-acre campus with climate-controlled kennels and a hands-on owner turnover session.
Residency board-and-train of 2-3 weeks with three one-on-one training sessions daily, an in-home follow-up lesson and lifetime group classes.
Overnight Academy board-and-train where the dog lives with a trainer in a home environment with 24/7 supervision, plus a separate puppy overnight track.
This directory lists 3 board and train programs across 3 cities in New Jersey, including Howell Township, Marlton, Waldwick. 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 New Jersey 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.