Alaska Dog Boarding & Training Inc

Training programs begin with a 90–120 minute evaluation to assess the dog’s behavior and owner goals. Clients can choose from group obedience classes (Puppy Foundations, Foundations, Advanced), private lessons, or intensive board and train programs lasting 2–4 weeks. Board and train includes daily training, physical exercise via Train & Drain, and follow-up in-home sessions. Reactive rehabilitation and e-collar workshops are offered for dogs with aggression or behavioral issues. Training emphasizes clear communication, structure, and consistency, with ongoing support provided after initial training.

Pricing Summary

Private evaluations start at $170 (non-reactive) to $200 (reactive); private lessons are $100 at facility, up to $300 in Girdwood. Obedience classes are $250 for 6 sessions. Board and train is $95–$175/day depending on dog count and reactivity. Packages include 2-week ($1,620), 3-week ($2,375), and 4-week ($3,000) options with included Train & Drain and private sessions. All purchases are non-refundable.

Policies

All purchases for classes and packages are non-refundable. Clients must review services carefully before booking. No rescheduling or cancellation policies are explicitly stated beyond non-refundability.

Alaska Dog Boarding & Training Inc, based in Palmer, Alaska, is owned and operated by lifetime Alaskans Shaun and Brigitte Lytle. They specialize in training and boarding services for dogs, with a focus on large working breeds such as German Shepherds, Doberman Pinschers, Rottweilers, Belgian Malinois, American Bulldogs, and Alaskan Huskies. Their services include obedience classes, private lessons, reactive rehabilitation, board and train programs, pack training, and an e-collar workshop. They also offer a unique “Train & Drain” service that combines training with physical exercise for busy owners. The team emphasizes building strong communication between dogs and their owners through understanding canine behavior and body language. They proudly feed, recommend, and resell Inukshuk dog food. Their facility includes a training center, boarding kennel, and a separate pool facility for aquatic activities.

They provide both group and private training options, with programs tailored to individual needs, including puppy foundations, advanced obedience, and behavior modification for reactivity and aggression. Their board and train programs are intensive and customizable, ranging from 2 to 4 weeks, and include follow-up private sessions. They serve clients across the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, Anchorage, Girdwood, and Birchwood areas.

The trainers are experienced in handling challenging behaviors, including dog aggression, separation anxiety, and resource guarding, and have helped transform dogs with severe behavioral issues into well-adjusted companions. Their clients often praise the team’s professionalism, compassion, and deep knowledge of working breeds.

Accomplishments

Founders Shaun and Brigitte Lytle have owned, raised, and trained advanced-level working dogs for years. They have successfully rehabilitated dogs with severe aggression and behavioral issues, including cases where euthanasia was recommended. Clients credit them with saving dogs’ lives and restoring family harmony through expert, compassionate training.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a dog and family evaluation, which is a 90–120 minute session costing $170–$250 depending on location and reactivity. This evaluation assesses behavior, sets training goals, and recommends the best program—whether private lessons, group classes, or board and train.