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Adam uses a balanced approach that incorporates both positive and negative reinforcement, allowing him to work effectively with each dog’s unique personality and natural instincts. We honor the breed’s natural drive by using it as a guide for training, helping each dog tap into what they were meant to do — their “job” — in a way that builds purpose and fulfillment.
A strong, trusting relationship is central to our method. We believe in building communication, not compliance through fear. Our goal is for your dog to feel safe, understood, and motivated to engage with you in a meaningful way — without ever losing their personality.
We use a variety of tools tailored to each dog’s individual needs and learning style. This may include food rewards (with a hierarchy of high-value to lower-value treats), clickers for clear marker training, and training collars like Herm Sprenger prong collars and e-collars — always introduced with care, clarity, and fairness. Adam's approach ensures these tools are used to enhance understanding, not to intimidate or overwhelm the dog.
Training is also movement-based. Structured walking and regular physical exercise are a consistent and essential part of our program, not only to release energy, but to support mental clarity and reinforce behavioral progress. For many dogs, Adam also includes enrichment activities like scent work and trailing to channel the dog's instincts in a productive and rewarding way.
Ultimately, we aim to create a happy, fulfilled dog and a strong, communicative partnership with their family.
The Full Day Foundations is a structured, immersive training experience that focuses on building practical, real-world manners. Dogs are dropped off between 7:00–8:00 AM and picked up between 4:00–5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. During each day, your dog will train with Adam across various environments — city sidewalks, greenways, nature preserves, and dog-friendly indoor spaces — to ensure their behavior holds up in everyday situations.
Skills like impulse control, leash manners, calm neutrality around people and dogs, and basic obedience are taught and reinforced throughout the program. Your dog will learn how to settle while people walk by, walk politely through distractions, and handle outings like sitting calmly at a kid’s sports game or relaxing by the lake at a park. For dogs who progress well, structured pack walks with our own dogs are incorporated for added social structure and confidence.
We prefer that dogs remain on their current kibble throughout training to avoid dietary disruptions. At the end of each week, you’ll have a rundown with Adam to go over progress, challenges, and how to continue supporting your dog’s growth at home. This program sets the foundation — your consistency helps turn it into a lasting lifestyle.
The Board and Train Program is our most immersive option, designed for dogs who need consistent, structured guidance across all parts of the day. It includes everything offered in our Full Day Foundations Program — but on a 24/7 level. Your dog will stay with us full-time for 4 weeks, living in a training-focused environment where expectations, routines, and skills are reinforced around the clock. This is not a regular boarding experience; personal items like blankets, beds, and toys will not be needed.
Drop-off takes place at our facility so you can see exactly where your dog will be staying and feel confident in their environment. During their stay, your dog will work daily on essential skills like leash manners, impulse control, household structure, and calm confidence in real-world settings like parks, city sidewalks, trails, and dog-friendly indoor spaces. Crate training, decompression time, and optional pack walks are also part of the experience.
This program lays a strong foundation — but it’s not a “fix-all.” Long-term success always depends on what happens at home. Adam puts a tremendous amount of time, care, and behind-the-scenes effort into setting your dog up for success, and we want that work to continue. On the day of pickup, Adam will give you an in-depth handoff session, walking you through everything your dog has learned and showing you exactly how to carry that training forward in your home. He will help you understand what to expect in the coming weeks and how to maintain and refine the behaviors in your real life.
We’re also here for ongoing support after the program — whether you have questions, need clarification, or want help with fine-tuning. Your dog’s long-term success is our priority, and we’re committed to being part of that journey with you.
Yes — we offer boarding exclusively to dogs who have successfully completed either our Board and Train program or Full Day Fundamentals program. This allows us to maintain the structure, consistency, and expectations your dog is already familiar with. During their stay, your dog will receive continued training reinforcement, regular walks, and one-on-one care from someone they know and trust — making it a more personalized alternative to traditional boarding.
To book a boarding stay, please email Danielle at staygoodtraining@gmail.com. Space is limited, so we recommend reaching out in advance to reserve your spot.
December 24th - January 1st & Thanksgiving weekend: No Bookings for Holiday
Off Season Rate: $50/night per dog
Peak Season Rate: $60/night per dog
Holiday Rate: $70/night per dog
No we do not train dogs to be service dogs or for protection. But we would be happy to recommend some folks who do!
Our pricing depends on several factors, including the type of program, your dog’s behavior, age, and specific training needs. While we provide general starting rates, a final quote is only given after a consultation. This gives Adam a chance to meet your dog, understand their behavior, and determine which program is the best fit.
We also offer various payment methods and flexible payment plans so that training doesn’t have to be paid in full upfront, as well as military/first responder discounts.
Base rates for our programs:
Private Lessons
Full Day Foundations
Board & Train Bootcamp
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