Pups-N-Motion

Pups-N-Motion offers 1- to 6-week board and train programs for puppies (8–12 weeks) and adolescents (12–20 weeks), focusing on crate and potty training plus five core obedience skills. Day training is available for teenagers (20 weeks–1 year). Private training includes Puppy Kindergarten (6 sessions) and Leash Walking (3-week sessions). Group classes follow AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy curriculum. All programs require an initial evaluation for board and day training. Owner training sessions are included with board and train programs.

Pricing Summary

Private training packages start at $600 for 6 one-hour sessions. Board and train programs range from $700 for 1 week to $2,400 for 3 weeks. Day training and consultations are custom-priced. Home visits are $100, and phone consultations range from $30–$50/hour. All board and train programs include a 1-hour owner training session upon pickup.

Pups-N-Motion is a dog training business founded by Liz Belcher, offering in-person training services for puppies and young dogs in Southern New Hampshire, Boston, Greater Boston, and Cape Cod. Liz provides foundational training including crate training, potty training (day and night), and essential obedience skills like sit, come, wait, down, and leash walking. Her programs use positive reinforcement and focus on building trust, confidence, and good behavior through enrichment and socialization. She offers private training, group classes, board and train programs, and day training, with personalized support before, during, and after training. Liz is known for providing daily updates, videos, and ongoing follow-up to help owners maintain progress at home.

Liz is a Certified Family Dog Mediator (FDM), Registered AKC CGC Evaluator, and student of the Victoria Stilwell Academy. She brings over 40 years of professional experience from the aerospace industry, applying strong organizational and problem-solving skills to dog training. Her approach emphasizes connection, patience, and long-term success over quick fixes, making her a trusted choice for new dog owners seeking a head start for their puppies.

Accomplishments

Liz Belcher is a Certified Family Dog Mediator (FDM), Registered AKC CGC Evaluator, and active student at the Victoria Stilwell Academy. She holds professional memberships with the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). She has trained hundreds of puppies with high client satisfaction and consistent positive reviews.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin with a free 30-minute phone consultation or a $100 home visit evaluation for board and day training programs. After evaluation, clients select a program (private, group, or board and train) and schedule accordingly.