Board and trains in Ithaca, NY
TRAINING FOR THE LIFE YOU WANT TO SHARE WITH YOUR DOG.
Life with your dog should be about more than managing behaviors, avoiding distractions, or constantly worrying about what might happen next.
Maybe you want to go hiking without being dragged down the trail, enjoy a patio lunch without your dog barking at everyone who walks by, or simply feel confident taking your dog out into the world.
At High Peaks Canine, our Board & Train programs focus on developing clear communication, confidence, and practical skills that carry over into everyday life.
Your dog stays with us in a home environment, becoming part of our daily routine through structured training, outdoor adventures, real-world experiences, play, and plenty of opportunities to just be a dog.
We intentionally accept no more than two Board & Train dogs at a time, allowing us to give each dog the individualized attention they deserve.
Because we're not training dogs to be perfect. We're helping them become companions you can confidently enjoy life with.
What we work on:
Every Board & Train program is customized to your dog's age, temperament, behavior, and training goals. Depending on your dog, training may include:
Obedience & Everyday Manners: Loose leash walking, heel, sit, down, place, recall, impulse control, and learning how to settle.
Behavior Modification: Helping dogs work through reactivity, aggression-related behaviors, resource guarding, overarousal, and other behavioral challenges.
Real-World Training: Practicing skills in parks, on trails, downtown, and in other public environments where distractions are part of everyday life.
Confidence & Fulfillment: Building confidence through appropriate exposure, structured routines, play, exploration, and activities that meet your dog's natural needs.
Off-Leash Foundations: Developing reliable recall, engagement, and e-collar conditioning when appropriate for the individual dog.
Not Your Typical Kennel Experience.
Not Your Typical Kennel Experience.
When your dog stays with us, they become part of our everyday life.
Throughout their stay, we balance multiple training opportunities with structured walks, public outings, play, environmental exposure, and supervised rest.
Some days that means practicing leash skills downtown. Other days it's building recall on a trail or learning how to relax while life happens around them.
We believe dogs deserve to be dogs, and that sniffing, exploring, playing, and enjoying the outdoors are just as important as teaching obedience.
You'll also receive progress updates throughout their stay so you can follow along with what we're working on.
Training Programs
2-Week Board & Train
Investment: Varies Based on Training Goals
Best for: Puppy Foundations, E-Collar Conditioning & Refreshers
Our shortest program is designed for puppies developing their foundations, current or previous clients looking to build on existing skills, and dogs ready for e-collar conditioning.
Training may include engagement, loose leash walking, crate training, recall foundations, environmental exposure, and everyday manners.
Best suited for dogs without significant behavioral concerns.
3-Week Board & Train
Investment: $3,600
Best for: Everyday Obedience & Off-Leash Foundations
For dogs who need a stronger foundation, better manners, and more reliability when life gets exciting.
Whether your dog pulls on walks, struggles to settle around distractions, or needs more consistency, we'll focus on building clear communication, obedience, confidence, and practical skills for everyday life.
Training may include structured heel, place, recall, impulse control, public neutrality, and e-collar conditioning when appropriate.
Best suited for dogs without significant behavioral concerns.
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4–6 Week Board & Train
Investment: Starting at $4,650 for 4 Weeks
Best for: Behavior Modification & Advanced Training
Some dogs need more than obedience. They need time, consistency, and a different approach to navigating the world around them.
Whether your dog struggles with reactivity, aggression, resource guarding, or overarousal, we'll focus on building confidence, clearer communication, and safer ways to navigate everyday life.
Training is tailored to your dog's individual needs, with program length and realistic goals determined during your evaluation.
Training Doesn't Stop With Your Dog.
You're a Pretty Important Part of This Process, Too.
One of the biggest misconceptions about Board & Train is that you drop your dog off, pick them up a few weeks later, and everything is magically fixed.
We wish it were that simple!
Owner education is a big part of our programs. For local clients, or those able to accommodate the schedule, we offer weekly private lessons while your dog stays with us.
You'll have the opportunity to see their progress, learn the techniques we're using, and practice handling skills before bringing your dog home.
Our goal is for you to feel empowered to continue your dog's training long after their stay ends.
What's Included
Our Board & Train programs include:
Personalized training and behavior plan
Daily training, structured activities, and real-world outings
Progress updates throughout your dog's stay
Weekly owner lessons when scheduling permits
Mini Educator e-collar and 10 ft slip leash
High Peaks Canine Training Handbook
Detailed 30-day go-home guide
Comprehensive go-home transfer lesson
Two follow-up lessons
Ongoing training guidance and access to weekly pack walks
Additional training equipment may be recommended depending on your dog's individual needs and program.
Is Board & Train Right for Your Dog?
Board & Train is a great fit for dogs who benefit from consistent training, daily structure, and more intensive professional guidance.
Whether you're building foundational obedience, working through behavioral challenges, or hoping for more freedom to enjoy everyday adventures, we'll help determine which program makes the most sense.
Coming from out of town? High Peaks Canine is based in Ithaca, NY, and welcomes clients traveling from across New York State and beyond. We'll work with you to coordinate your dog's stay and ensure you have the guidance needed to continue training at home.
Ready to Get Started?
Let's make everyday life a little easier and your next adventure a little more enjoyable.