Board and train in McHenry, Illinois

Real behavior change. In a real home.

A high-touch, welfare-first board and train program for dogs who need more than weekly sessions can offer. Your dog lives in my home, learns in real life, and comes back a different dog.

Limited availability. Only one board and train start per month. Spots fill quickly, especially in spring and summer.
Board and train dog program at Freedom Found K9 in McHenry Illinois
One board and train at a time
Licensed Family Dog Mediator
Welfare-first, not drill-based
Real-world practice, not kennel repetition
Transfer sessions included
Is this the right fit?

Board and train works when the fit is right

This program is intentionally selective. Not every dog is a match, and that is a good thing.

Great fit

  • Manners and real life skills
  • Confidence building and structured routines
  • Reactivity and big feelings around people or dogs
  • Dogs who benefit from consistency and guided practice
  • Dogs comfortable in a home environment
  • Dogs comfortable being home alone and using a crate

Not the best fit

  • Separation anxiety cases
  • Most human directed aggression cases
  • Clients looking for a quick fix or guaranteed outcomes
  • Dogs who cannot safely live in a shared home setting

Not sure if this is the right fit? Reach out anyway. I will help point you toward the most supportive path for your dog.

Programs and pricing

Choose your program length

Minimums exist to protect your dog's welfare and give learning time to stick. A virtual consultation is required before booking. If we move forward, your consultation fee is applied to your program.

2 weeks

Foundations

Best for manners and a jump start

$2,750
  • Minimum for manners work
  • 1 transfer session included
  • 1 follow-up session included
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4 weeks

Complex Behavior

For deeper behavior work and confidence

$5,500
  • Best for dogs needing more time and repetition
  • 1 transfer session included
  • 3 follow-up sessions included
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The approach

What makes this different

Your dog is not put in a kennel routine and drilled. They are integrated into real life with thoughtful training, rest, and support.

In-home and welfare-first

Your dog lives in my home, gets quiet rest in the Dog Room, and follows a balanced daily rhythm. Learning happens best when the dog feels safe.

Real-world practice

When appropriate, we practice skills in real environments and on field trips so progress transfers out of the training bubble and into your actual life.

One board and train at a time

Your dog gets my full focus. I do not run multiple board and trains simultaneously. One dog, one program, one handler.

Progress built at the dog's pace

This is not a quick fix. It is a structured learning phase. Results come from follow through, realistic expectations, and a dog who feels safe enough to learn.

How to get started

Three steps to get your dog started

Every board and train begins with a virtual behavior consultation. If we move forward, your consultation fee is applied to your program.

1

Reach out

Tell me what you are seeing and what you want your dog's life to look like. The more detail the better.

2

Virtual consultation

We assess behavior history, welfare, goals, and fit. If board and train is right, your consult fee is applied to your program.

3

Reserve your start month

Starts are limited to one per month. We plan ahead, set clear expectations, and get your dog on the calendar.

Ready to take the first step?

Spots are limited. Don't wait.

Board and train starts are limited to one per month and spots fill quickly. If you have been thinking about it, now is the time to reach out and get the conversation started.

Not available for separation anxiety cases. Pick up and drop off available for an additional fee.