Board and Train Dog Training in Des Moines, IA
Results‑Driven Board and Train for Reactive, Aggressive, and Overwhelming Dogs
Trainer-led. In-home structure.
Built for Dogs That Need More Than Basic Training
What’s Included in the Board & Train Program
Everything is handled for you during the program:
Trainer & Home‑Based Training Environment
Dogs are boarded and trained in Des Moines, Iowa, inside the trainer’s home - not a commercial kennel.
Real household behavior shaping
Trainer & Home-Based Training Environment
Real household behavior shaping
Calm, controlled social exposure
Safer management of reactive dogs
Consistent routines and expectations
Dogs are boarded and trained in Des Moines, Iowa, inside the trainer’s home - not a commercial kennel.
Safer management of reactive dogs
Calm, controlled social exposure
This allows for:
Consistent routines and expectations
Trusted by Dog Owners Across Des Moines
5-Star Google Rating (40+ Reviews)
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Board and Train Dog Training in Des Moines, IA
Results‑Driven Board and Train for Reactive, Aggressive, and Overwhelming Dogs
Our Board and Train is ideal if your dog struggles with:
What's Included in the Board and Train Program
In-home training (not a facility)
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Obedience you can trust. Results you can see
Your dog fully obedient
Trainer-led. In-home structure
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This program is designed for owners who already know their dog needs serious, structured help - not group classes or weekly lessons.
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Serving dog owners in Des Moines and surrounding areas
Primary Location: Des Moines, IA
We also serve dog owners from:
Ankeny
Clive
West Des Moines
Urbandale
Altoona
Pleasant Hill
Johnston
Waukee
Saylorville
and surrounding areas
Serving dog owners in Des Moines and surrounding areas
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Programs are customized based on your dog’s needs and duration.
Anxiety, fear‑based behaviors, or poor impulse control
Severe leash pulling or lack of control
Aggression or reactivity toward dogs or people
Your dog stays in the trainer’s home and receives 100% one‑on‑one training - not rotation‑based kennel training.
Household behaviors that feel overwhelming
Recall issues and off‑leash reliability problems
Clear structure, boundaries, and accountability
Reactivity and aggression work (when applicable)
Leash manners, recall, and off‑leash foundations
Daily structured obedience and behavior modification
In‑home boarding with the trainer (not a facility warehouse)
Lifetime refresher sessions
Ongoing phone/text support
Private follow‑up sessions after completion
Owner take‑home training at pickup
E‑collar training when appropriate (introduced responsibly)
Over 10 years of hands-on experience
Limited enrollment (2-3 dogs at a time)
Specialization in aggressive, reactive, and high-drive dogs
Ankeny
Clive
West Des Moines
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Aggression or reactivity toward dogs or people
Severe leash pulling or lack of control
Anxiety, fear‑based behaviors, or poor impulse control
Everything is handled for you during the program:
Clear structure & accountability
Reactivity/Aggression (if needed)
Daily obedience & behavior work
Leash, recall & off-leash skills
Trusted by Dog Owners Across Des Moines
5-Star Google Rating (40+ Reviews)
10+ years experience
Specialization in aggressive, reactive and high-drive dogs
Limited enrollment (2-3 dogs at a time)
Primary Location: Des Moines, IA
Why This Program Works
Why This Program Works
Most programs fail because dogs don’t get enough structure, repetition, or leadership.
Structured in-home environment
Training is one‑on‑one, not shared attention
Owners are trained to maintain results
Expectations are consistent from day one
The program focuses on real‑world behavior - not commands only
Dogs live inside a structured home environment
Owners are trained to maintain results
Real-world behavior focus
Consistent expectations
One-on-one training
With 750+ dogs trained, a Master Trainer Certification, and years of hands‑on experience with difficult dogs, this program is built for results - not quick fixes.
We also serve dog owners from:
If your dog’s behavior is controlling your household, our immersive Board and Train program in Des Moines is built to create real, reliable change - fast.
Serving Des Moines & Surrounding Areas
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Our Board and Train is ideal if your dog struggles with:
This is a full immersion program - training, structure, and consistency every day.
Your dog is never lost in a crowd.
Most clients travel 30-45 miles for this program.
Common Concerns Before Enrolling
Start With a Free Phone Consultation
This program is not for every dog. A short phone consultation ensures fit before enrollment.
Start With a Free Consultation
This program is not for every dog. A short phone consultation ensures fit before enrollment.
Programs start at $1,000.
Spots are limited to maintain training quality.
If your dog's behavior is controlling your household, our immersive Board and Train program in Des Moines in built to create real, reliable change - fast.
Recall issues and off‑leash reliability problems
Household behaviors that feel overwhelming
Your dog stays in the trainer’s home and receives 100% one‑on‑one training - not rotation‑based kennel training.
E-collar when appropriate
Owner training at pickup
Follow-ups + lifetime support
Urbandale
Altoona
Pleasant Hill
Johnston
Waukee
Saylorville
and surrounding areas
Common Concerns Before Enrolling
Call Now to Speak Directly With the Trainer
Or request a call-back using the form below
Or request a call-back using the form below
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