Board and train programs in Chesapeake, VA, give your dog a focused, immersive experience that gets real results. At Anchor Up K9 Academy, your dog lives with a professional trainer for 2 to 6 weeks, building solid obedience and good habits through daily structured sessions and real-life socialization.
We believe every dog can learn. Our play-based approach builds trust and rapport first, which makes everything else click into place faster. If you’re ready to stop chasing your dog around the yard and start enjoying walks together, board and train could be exactly what you’re looking for.
What is a Board and Train Program?
A board and train program is an immersive dog training experience where your dog stays with a professional trainer for a set period of time. Instead of short weekly lessons, your dog gets consistent, daily training in a structured environment, which speeds up progress and helps behaviors stick.
At Anchor Up K9 Academy in Chesapeake, our board and train programs run from 2 to 6 weeks depending on your dog’s needs. Your dog lives among our pack, follows a daily routine, and learns through play-based methods designed to build a genuine bond alongside real obedience.
Board and Train Pricing Available in Chesapeake
We offer four board-and-train dog training program options based on your dog’s starting point and what you want to achieve. All programs include daily progress reports through our dog training portal so you can follow along every step of the way.
- 2-week Board and Train
- $2,000
- This package would be a good option for a dog without any underlying issues. We are striving for obedience. Your dog will have a good, solid start on this list of cues:
- Come: Recall to handler
- Sit: Hold a sit with distance, duration, and distraction (ddd)
- Down: Hold down with ddd
- Place: Stay on any ideal item with ddd
- Heel: Walk next to the handler without pulling the leash
- Load: Load into any object you ask them to, like the crate, car, or bathtub.
- 3 -week Board and Train (Most Popular)
- $3,000
- This package would be a good option for a dog without any underlying issues. We are striving for obedience. Your dog will be submersed into the community allowing you to bring your dog anywhere that is dog-friendly.
- Come: Recall to handler
- Sit: Hold a sit with distance, duration and distraction (ddd)
- Down: Hold down with ddd
- Place: Stay on any ideal item with ddd
- Heel: Walk next to the handler without pulling the leash
- Load: Load into any object you ask them to, like the crate, car, or bathtub.
- 4-week Board and Train
- $4,000
- This package would be a good option for a dog with minor underlying issues such as leash reactivity, excessive barking, over-excitement, and a dog needing more time to proof commands.
- Come: Recall to handler
- Sit: Hold a sit with distance, duration and distraction (ddd)
- Down: Hold down with ddd
- Place: Stay on any ideal item with ddd
- Heel: Walk next to the handler without pulling the leash
- Load: Load into any object you ask them to, like the crate, car, or bathtub.
- 5-6 week Board and Train
- $5,000 to$6,000
- This program would be a good option for a dog with aggression or needing behavior modification. A free consultation is provided to help determine the appropriate amount of time needed.
- Come: Recall to handler
- Sit: Hold a sit with distance, duration and distraction (ddd)
- Down: Hold down with ddd
- Place: Stay on any ideal item with ddd
- Heel: Walk next to the handler without pulling the leash
- Load: Load into any object you ask them to, like the crate, car, or bathtub.
Why Choose Anchor Up K9 Academy as Your Dog Trainer in Chesapeake, VA
- Play-based methods that build a genuine bond, not just compliance
- Programs for all breeds, all ages, and all behavior types
- Daily progress reports through our secure dog training portal
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator certified
- AKC Star Puppy and Urban CGC certified
- Veteran-owned business
- BBB accredited
- Free consultation before every program
FAQs about Board and Train Programs in Chesapeake
How long does a board and train program take?
Programs at Anchor Up K9 Academy run from 2 to 6 weeks. The length depends on your dog’s starting point and what you want to achieve. A free consultation helps us recommend the right option for your dog.
How much does board and train cost in Chesapeake?
Our programs start at $2,000 for the 2-week option and go up to $5,000 to $6,000 for the 5 to 6-week program. The longer programs cover more complex behavioral work and give your dog more time to prove their training in real-life settings.
Can board and train help with aggression?
Yes. The 5 to 6-week program is designed for dogs that need behavior modification, including aggression toward people or other animals. We always do a free consultation first to assess the dog and make sure the program is the right fit.
Ready to Get Started? Book a Free Consultation
If you’re in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Suffolk, or anywhere in the Hampton Roads area and your dog needs focused training, we’d love to meet you both. The first step is a free consultation where Anchor Up K9 Academy will assess your dog, talk through your goals, and recommend the right board and train programs.
There’s no commitment required, just a conversation to see if we’re the right fit.
