Cbowdens Valley Dog School

CBowdens Valley Dog School offers a range of programs designed to meet various training needs, starting with a consultation to determine the best fit for your dog.

Their Board and Training programs involve your dog staying at their climate-controlled facility, which is equipped with cameras and alarms, for 2 to 4 weeks. Dogs receive multiple training sessions daily, engage in interactions with other dogs, animals, and people, and owners receive social media updates on their progress. These programs include 2-3 family training sessions and a follow-up lesson, teaching commands on and off-leash, and addressing problem behaviors. Specific Board and Training options include “Foundations On Leash” (2 weeks, for dogs 5 months to 1 year, covering basic commands and minor issues), “Off Leash Lifestyle” (3 weeks, for dogs over 6 months, including public field trips and advanced obedience), and “Behavioral Modification” (4 weeks, for dogs with serious issues like fear or aggression, focusing on a better state of mind).

Private Lessons offer individualized training for you and your dog in a neutral environment. “Puppy Head Start” (5 weeks, for puppies 12 weeks to 5 months) covers name recognition, basic commands, and strategies for common puppy behaviors like house breaking and nipping. “Basic Obedience and Lifestyle” (6 weeks, for dogs 5 months and older) teaches owners how to handle their dog and work on on-leash obedience skills. “Advanced Obedience and Ecollar Intensive” (5 weeks, for dogs 6 months and older who completed a prior program) continues obedience commands on and off-leash, introducing low-level remote collar training and addressing distractions. A “Pay By Lesson” option is also available for specific minor behavioral issues or a training head start.

Additionally, the school provides boarding services for dogs that have previously trained with them, and all dogs completing Board and Training programs receive a bath and nail trim before going home.

Pricing Summary

An initial consultation costs $35.00, which is waived if a training program is arranged. Board and Training programs require a 50% deposit to secure a reservation and are payable in two installments.

The “Foundations On Leash” 2-week Board and Training program costs $1,960.00. The “Off Leash Lifestyle” 3-week Board and Training program costs $2,900.00. The “Behavioral Modification” 4-week Board and Training program costs $3,900.00.

Private lesson programs include “Puppy Head Start” at $375.00 for 5 weeks, “Basic Obedience and Lifestyle” at $500.00 for 6 weeks, and “Advanced Obedience and Ecollar Intensive” at $400.00 for 5 weeks. Individual “Pay By Lesson” sessions are available for $85.00 each.

Policies

A 50% deposit is required to secure a Board and Training reservation, and it is strongly recommended to book at least 3 months in advance due to high demand. If fleas are found on a dog during their stay, treatment will be administered and a fee added to the invoice.

For Puppy Head Start, puppies under 16 weeks need their first round of DAPP vaccinations, while those over 16 weeks require a Rabies certificate. Sick puppies should be kept home, and sessions can be made up.

CBowdens Valley Dog School provides premier dog training services in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, focusing on helping owners live harmoniously with their dogs. They believe in a balanced form of training and continuously learn new skills and techniques to serve clients better.

The school specializes in working with problem dogs and can design custom courses for dogs that may have been refused by other programs or facilities. Beyond training, they also offer boarding services exclusively for dogs that have previously trained with them.

Additionally, they provide bathing and nail trimming for dogs completing their Board and Training programs. CBowdens Valley Dog School is veterinary recommended and aims to help every dog reach its full potential.

Accomplishments

Carly Bowden, the Founder and Lead Trainer at CBowdens Valley Dog School, brings over a decade of experience working with dogs. She gained her expertise by apprenticing under two well-known and established dog trainers.

Carly has actively contributed to dog rescue organizations by fostering and providing obedience training for more challenging cases, helping them find suitable homes. She has also successfully titled one of her personal dogs in Rally Obedience Trials.

Committed to continuous learning, Carly regularly attends seminars and workshops led by top trainers and pursues ongoing research and schooling to further build her knowledge and skills. The business is also proudly “VETERINARY RECOMMENDED!”.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients must schedule an in-person consultation at the facility. This 1-hour evaluation assesses the dog, helps determine the most beneficial training program, and allows for the scheduling of the Board and Train start date.

A 50% deposit is required at this appointment to make Board and Training reservations. Owners must provide a copy of their dog’s up-to-date vaccination records (Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and Bordatella) and ensure their dog is current on a Flea and Tick Prevention Plan. Owners are also required to provide food for their dog’s entire stay.