Jungle Camp Pet Resort & Barking Lot Training

The Barking Lot Training offers “REAL-World” dog training designed to help dogs succeed in a human environment. Programs include “Real Life Adventures,” “Shy (or) Reactive” dog training, “Perfect Puppy” coaching, “Magic Of Games,” “Private Coaching,” “Best Group In Town” (currently on hold due to COVID), “Agility For Fun,” “Mini Tune-Up” (refresher course while boarding), “Private Training,” “WAG-IT Games,” and “Breed Specific Manners.” They provide individual training and group exposure for distraction training, with a mandatory transfer session to show owners their dog’s accomplishments and a free bonus session for polishing skills. Training is integrated into daily routines, and clients receive handouts to assist home training. They teach owners to understand why their dog behaves in certain ways, how to read dog body language, and clear canine communication based on respect and trust. Dogs are trained at their individual learning level, with a focus on problem-solving skills and setting dogs up for success through reward-based methods and positive reinforcement. Dogs are given choices in problem-solving, and training incorporates natural abilities in their outdoor enrichment area. They also offer Board & Train programs.

Pricing Summary

Training fees are payable in advance at the start of training sessions, with no refunds given after the first day. Boarding is paid at pick-up. For “Ask The Trainer” calls, the first 15 minutes are free, followed by $55 for 1/2 hour and $95 for 1 hour. Boarding rates are $50 per day per dog, with an increased rate of $55 per day for unneutered males or dogs not housebroken. Boarding fees are charged by the day, regardless of pick-up or drop-off times, and there are no refunds for early returns. A 10% discount is offered for stays longer than 12 days, but no discounts apply during Thanksgiving and Christmas. A minimum 4-day stay is required during Thanksgiving and Christmas, with a $50 non-refundable deposit for these holiday reservations, which is applied to the boarding fee. An after-hours pick-up/delivery fee of $45 applies after 7:00 p.m. Payments are accepted via check or cash.

Policies

Training fees are paid in advance, and no refunds are given after the first day of training. For boarding, there are no refunds for early returns, and clients will be billed for all reserved days. Drop-offs and pick-ups for both training and boarding are strictly by appointment only. The facility is closed on Saturdays at noon, all Sundays, and all major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter, July 4th, Memorial Day, and Labor Day. A minimum 4-day stay is required for boarding during Thanksgiving and Christmas, with a $50 non-refundable deposit to hold these holiday reservations. An after-hours fee of $45 applies for pick-ups/deliveries after 7:00 p.m. All dogs must have current vaccinations, including Bordetella within the last six months, and be on flea protection. Owners must bring their dog’s own food to prevent upset stomachs.

Jungle Camp Pet Resort & Barking Lot Training offers comprehensive dog training and pet boarding services. The Barking Lot Training is led by Linda Mangun, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and Wag-It Games Certified Instructor (WAG-CI). They focus on making dogs well-behaved family members, addressing issues like leash pulling, jumping, and reactivity.

Their training approach is fun, reward-based, and uses positive reinforcement methods, adhering to the Shock-Free Pledge and LIMA requirements, meaning no aversive tools like prong or electric collars are used. Training is integrated into daily routines and offered in small, intimate groups or private sessions, with flexible scheduling and unlimited support. They provide both indoor and outdoor training areas, including a 1 1/2 acre enrichment outdoor area.

Jungle Camp Pet Resort provides in-home boarding, aiming to minimize stress for dogs by offering a loving, family-owned atmosphere with no kennels. Dogs receive individualized attention, supervised play sessions, and formal rest periods. The facility is climate-controlled, double-gated, and features a security-fenced enrichment playground.

Linda’s expertise as a certified trainer ensures that each dog’s individual needs are understood and met during their stay. They welcome special diets and administer medicines, with resident staff ensuring dogs are never alone at night. Drop-offs and pick-ups for both training and boarding are by appointment only.

Accomplishments

Linda Mangun is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Wag-It Games Certified Instructor (WAG-CI), with the CPDT-KA certification held by approximately 3000 trainers worldwide. She also holds a PET-TECH certification. Linda opened her first obedience school in Wisconsin in the 1970s. She has professionally shown several breeds in Conformation, finishing multiple Doberman and Borzoi Championships. She has also put Obedience (CD) titles on her champions, making them Dual Champions, and owned one of the Doberman Pinscher Club of America’s (DPCA) Top Producing Bitches. Linda has completed obedience titles on several different breeds, gaining extensive experience with various learning styles. She continuously furthers her education by traveling the US to attend countless national conferences, seminars, workshops, and webinars with elite educators in the industry, staying current on science-based learning theory and behavior modification. The business is also “Veterinarian Recommended.”

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients are encouraged to call or email for an immediate response. Linda invites potential clients to call her directly to discuss their training goals. For “Ask The Trainer” consultations, clients can email the trainer to set up a call appointment time. All drop-offs and pick-ups for both training and boarding services are by appointment only.