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Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Working Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Facility
  • Board and Train

Program Formats

  • Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Sporting
  • Working
  • Doodles

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • ✓ Positive with Some Corrections
  • ✓ Balanced Training

Equipment: 

  • ✓ Clickers
  • ✓ Food Rewards
  • ✓ Harnesses
  • ✓ Flat Collars
  • ✓ E-Collars
  • ✓ Obstacle Courses

Offering One-Week (8 days), Two-Week (15 days), and Four-Week (29 days) Boot Camps for puppies and adult dogs, plus a 7–10 day Tune-Up program. Programs include structured obedience training (sit, stay, down, come, recall, leave it, place), leash walking, e-collar introduction, and environmental exposure.

The Four-Week program prepares dogs for Canine Good Citizen certification. Training is reinforced 24/7 during boarding with consistent touch points by staff.

Remote e-collar clinics are available for 4-day intensive sessions.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; clients are encouraged to call for inquiries about training program rates and boarding fees.

Policies

Booking is handled through an online portal; no explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website.

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Testimonials

“We are so amazed the difference the 2 week puppy boot camp made on Belle. Going on walks and basic obedience has improved tremendously. Karl was awesome to work with and we love the tools that he gave us to continue working on with Belle. Thank you Ivy League, we look forward to continue working with you!!”
– Client

“Karl and his team run a top notch training program. We are very happy with the way he trained our lab puppy and myself to introduce obedience and hunting principles. We will definitely return for future courses and boarding as well.”
– Client

“Ivy League is great! We’ve been kenneling our dog there for the last year! We did obedience training when we first got our dog and now kennel here anytime we are out of town. We are always given a full report and know that our pup is in great knowledgeable hands!”
– Client

About the Trainer

Welcome to Ivy League Dog Training & Boarding, a full-service dog training and boarding facility located in Walcott, ND, serving the Fargo, Moorhead, and surrounding areas. They offer intensive board-and-train programs designed to build obedience, confidence, and predictable behavior in dogs of all ages, with specialized programs for puppies and adult dogs.

Their unique Dual Training Approach reinforces learned behaviors around-the-clock during boarding, ensuring consistency across staff and environments. In addition to training, they provide pet boarding, retail pet products, grooming, and playtime.

Their facility is state-of-the-art, clean, and secure, with staff dedicated to personalized care and behavior reinforcement. They also offer remote e-collar training clinics and training tune-ups to maintain progress.

Their programs include One, Two, and Four-Week Boot Camps, plus a 7–10 day Tune-Up program, all focused on foundational obedience, recall, leash walking, and advanced skills like off-leash work and Canine Good Citizen preparation. E-collars are used for recall and behavior correction, especially in hunting and field contexts. They emphasize teaching owners tools to continue training at home, ensuring long-term success.

Ivy League is known for its hands-on, results-driven approach, with clients reporting significant improvements in behavior, including leash walking, jumping, barking, and car entry. Their team, led by Karl and Sheila, provides detailed progress reports and personalized guidance, making them a trusted choice for dog owners seeking professional, immersive training and reliable boarding.

Accomplishments

Trainers have successfully prepared dogs for Canine Good Citizen certification and hunting obedience. Clients report significant behavioral improvements in recall, leash walking, and household manners. Facility has been recently renovated under new ownership and is described as state-of-the-art.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to call (701) 899-1341 or submit a request through the online booking form to inquire about programs and schedule a consultation.

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  • Free Consultation

Contact Information

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

Monday: 8am-6pm
Tuesday: 8am-6pm
Wednesday: 8am-6pm
Thursday: 8am-6pm
Friday: 8am-6pm
Saturday: 8am-6pm
Sunday: 8am-6pm

Languages

  • English

Misc Features

  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking
  • restroom unisex

Other Services Offered

  • Pet boarding service
  • Pet groomer
  • Pet supply store
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