Prudent K9 Training

The Board & Train program is a 2-week minimum immersive program at Seth’s home facility, with daily training blocks from 7 AM to 9 PM. Dogs receive focused instruction in fundamentals (leash pressure, thresholds, recall), commands (sit, stay, heel, come, place), and behavior modification for issues like reactivity or anxiety. Training uses low-level eCollars and consistent consequences. One-on-One training consists of three sessions for clients needing less intensive support. Both programs include owner transition sessions to ensure continuity. Boarding is available for past clients without training.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed. Board & Train requires a minimum 2-week commitment with custom pricing based on dog’s needs. One-on-One training includes a 3-session package. The Prudent K9 Training Lifestyle Handbook is available as an eBook for $5 or paperback for $10 on Amazon.

Policies

The business is currently temporarily closed for new bookings. Clients must complete a booking request form to initiate service. No cancellation or rescheduling policies are listed due to the temporary closure.

Prudent K9 Training, owned and operated by Seth in Springfield, VA, offers immersive dog training services focused on behavior modification and lifestyle change to help dogs become well-balanced members of their families. Seth specializes in Board & Train and One-on-One programs that address problematic behaviors such as leash reactivity, separation anxiety, resource guarding, jumping, barking, and destructive chewing. His approach emphasizes leadership, structure, clear expectations, and accountability, using low-level eCollars to establish clear communication and transfer control to owners. Seth’s methods evolved from personal experience with his own dogs and fostering rescue dogs, moving away from pure-positive techniques to a balanced, practical system that delivers results. He also provides a comprehensive Lifestyle Handbook, training videos, and tips to support owners. Boarding is available for past clients to maintain structure. Seth’s training is designed for dogs with behavioral challenges who need intensive, consistent rehabilitation.

Seth’s Board & Train program runs for a minimum of two weeks at his home facility, with daily training from 7 AM to 9 PM, including offsite work and behavior-specific interventions. One-on-One sessions are available for those needing less intensive support. His services are tailored to dogs with moderate to severe behavioral issues, helping them build new default behaviors that improve family life.

In addition to training, Seth offers digital and paperback training resources, including his Prudent K9 Training Lifestyle Handbook, available on Amazon. He does not offer grooming, walking, daycare, or pet sitting services.

Seth is temporarily closed for new bookings but accepts booking requests via form. Clients receive regular video updates during Board & Train programs and hands-on transition sessions upon pickup to ensure continuity at home.

Accomplishments

Seth developed his training methodology through personal experience with his own dogs and extensive fostering work with a local animal rescue. He created the Prudent K9 Training Lifestyle Handbook as a practical guide for dog owners, which has been published and sold on Amazon. His clients report significant behavioral improvements in dogs with severe issues, including those on the verge of surrender.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must complete a booking request form for the desired service (Board & Train or One-on-One). Seth will then contact them to discuss their dog’s needs and determine program suitability. No walk-in or immediate scheduling is available.