Typical range$1,500 to $2,500+before you bookGeneral estimates only. Prices vary by trainer, dog and market.
Check each item
- Vaccination and health requirements, including what the trainer needs from your veterinarian.
- Sleeping and resting arrangements, and how dogs are separated if needed.
- Training methods and tools in plain words, with examples.
- A written agreement covering fees, emergencies, pickup and what happens if you need to end the stay.
- A scheduled handoff lesson with all household members.
Towns in this guide. Around Puget Sound.
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Good questions
Before you begin.
Which documents should I have ready?
Vaccine records, a list of medications and notes about your dog's habits. Ask the trainer what else is needed.
Should I ask about emergencies?
Yes. Ask which veterinarian would be used, how you would be reached and who pays for treatment.
How many providers should I compare?
Two or three is plenty. Ask each the same questions and compare in writing.
What if the answers feel vague?
Vague answers are a signal to keep looking. A trainer you trust will explain the work clearly.