Emerald Dog Training

Board and train programs remove the dog from their home environment for 10 days or 3 weeks to establish a strong foundation in obedience, manners, and impulse control. Owners attend weekly private lessons to learn how to continue training. Private lessons are owner-driven, with 90% hands-on training by the client, and focus on real-life generalization across environments. Programs include equipment (prong collar, e-collar, martingale), a go-home packet, and ongoing support via phone, email, or text. Training progresses from low-distraction settings to high-stimulus environments.

Pricing Summary

10-day puppy board and train: $2,000; 3-week board and train: $3,780; Basic on-leash obedience with prong collar: $950; Advanced obedience with e-collar: $1,800. Includes go-home packets and private lessons. Discounts available for clients 60+, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC. Free 30-minute evaluation or paid 1-hour consultation available.

Emerald Dog Training, founded in 2020 by Jey (they/them and she/her), offers evidence-based, real-life dog training services focused on building trust, communication, and confidence between dogs and their owners. Jey uses a balanced approach combining positive reinforcement and corrections, tailoring methods to each dog’s motivation and needs. Services include private lessons, board and train programs, and behavior modification for issues like leash reactivity, jumping, pulling, fearfulness, and recall. Jey specializes in working with dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments, including reactive, fearful, and rescue dogs. The business is LGBTQ-owned and offers discounts to clients 60+, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC as reparation. Training occurs in low- to high-distraction environments to ensure real-world generalization. Jey provides go-home packets, ongoing email/phone/text support, and uses tools like clickers, treats, prong collars, and e-collars. Jey is a graduate of Starmark Academy and a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals. The business pays rent to Real Rent Duwamish in recognition of Indigenous land stewardship.

Board and train programs include 10-day puppy programs and 3-week intensive programs with weekly private lessons for owners. Private lessons are owner-driven, with 90% hands-on training by the client, and include equipment and detailed instructions. Jey emphasizes consistency, timing, and motivation to create lasting behavioral change.

Jey has trained dogs for NASDA, Mondio, and psychiatric/mobility service work, and has successfully helped dogs with severe behavioral issues, including aggression and fear, transition into confident, well-adjusted companions. Clients report improved obedience, reduced reactivity, and restored confidence in handling their dogs in public settings.

Accomplishments

Jey graduated from Starmark Academy’s 16-week program in 2012, which included behavior modification, scent detection, search and rescue, agility, and service dog training. Jey is a member in good standing with the International Association of Canine Professionals. Jey has successfully trained dogs in NASDA, Mondio, and psychiatric/mobility service work. Jey adopted Baloo, a rescue Doberman, during training and has trained them alongside professional work. Jey has helped dogs with severe behavioral issues, including leash aggression and fear, achieve dramatic improvements.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a choice between a free 30-minute evaluation or a paid 1-hour consultation. After the initial contact, clients can schedule board and train programs or private lessons based on their dog’s needs. Follow-up sessions are included in all programs, and ongoing support is available via phone, email, or text.