Stand Proud Dog Training

Stand Proud Dog Training offers a variety of programs tailored to individual dog and family needs. The **3-Week Board-and-Train** program is for dogs 6 months and older without severe behavioral issues, focusing on real-world skills and obedience such as leash manners, jumping, mouthing, and basic commands like sit, down, place, heel, and recall foundation. It includes a consultation, a 1-hour pickup lesson, 3 one-on-one follow-up lessons (to be completed within 6 months), 1 year of group classes, and lifetime access to pack walks.

The **4-Week Stay: Minor Behavior Modification** program addresses issues like mild reactivity, fears, anxieties, stealing food, excessive barking, fence fighting, and minor resource guarding. Dogs not crate and potty trained require a minimum of 4 weeks. This program includes a consultation, a 1-hour pickup lesson, 5 one-on-one follow-up lessons (within 6 months), 1 year of group classes, and lifetime access to pack walks.

For new puppies, the **6-Week Board-and-Train: Puppy to Finish** is a fully immersive program covering crate training, potty training, confidence building, proper socialization, basic obedience, threshold manners, e-collar conditioning, and off-leash reliability. It includes a consultation, a 1-hour pickup lesson, weekly follow-up lessons for 6 months, 1 year of group classes, and lifetime access to pack walks.

The **6-Week Stay: Severe Behavior Modification** is an intensive program for dogs with severe issues such as aggression (bites to humans/animals), severe reactivity, severe resource guarding, debilitating fear/anxiety, and separation anxiety. Dogs with extensive human bite history must be muzzle conditioned prior to enrollment. This program includes a consultation, a 1-hour pickup lesson, 1 year of weekly one-on-one follow-up lessons, 1 year of group classes, and lifetime access to pack walks.

**Private Lesson Packages** are available for dogs of any age, offering one-on-one instruction for owners who prefer not to do a board-and-train program. Lessons are 1 hour, with in-home options available within a 15-mile radius. **Group Classes** are best for dogs under 6 months, focusing on basic dog handling, marker training, and positive reinforcement. Both private lessons and group classes provide access to daycare and boarding services.

For existing clients, **Services for Standing Clients** include Day Care, Overnight Boarding, Nail Trimming, and continued access to Pack Walks and Group Classes for ongoing training maintenance and troubleshooting.

Pricing Summary

The 3-Week Board-and-Train program costs $3000, including a prong collar, with an optional e-collar for an additional $165. The 4-Week Minor Behavior Modification program is $3,500, also including a prong collar and an optional e-collar for $165. The 6-Week Puppy to Finish Board-and-Train program is $4,500 and includes all necessary tools.

Private Lesson Packages are available at $450 for 3 lessons, $600 for 5 lessons, and $1200 for 10 lessons. Individual Private Lessons for Severe Behavior Modification are $400 per lesson, available at trainer discretion. Group Classes are $45 per class.

Day care is $30 per day, and overnight boarding is $65 per night. Nail trimming services are $20. Group class access can be renewed for $200 per year after the initial included period. Payments made with debit/credit cards incur a processing fee; Zelle, cash, or check are accepted to avoid this fee. A 50% deposit is required for boarding stays, refundable only as a credit. Day care invoices are due at booking and are refundable by credit only.

Policies

Stand Proud Dog Training requires a recent fecal test for all dogs staying with them, which is valid for one year for existing clients. For private lessons, clients who are more than 10 minutes late will have their lesson rescheduled and it will count as a completed session. For go-home lessons, a late fee may be charged, and rescheduling might be necessary if a client is more than 10 minutes late.

Payments made with debit/credit cards incur a processing fee; clients can pay with Zelle, cash, or check to avoid this. For boarding stays, a 50% deposit is required at booking to secure a spot, which is only refundable as a credit regardless of cancellation time. The remaining balance is due at drop-off, and late fees will apply if not paid by pickup. Day care invoices are due at booking and are refundable by credit only.

Clients must bring all dog food in a closeable container. Follow-up lessons expire, and if not booked within a reasonable timeframe, a new consultation on their property will be required. Access to Pack Walks and boarding services is contingent on maintaining the dog’s training. Dogs not crate and potty trained will require a minimum 4-week stay in the Minor Behavior Modification program. For the safety of staff, any dog with extensive human bite history must be fully muzzle conditioned before joining the board-and-train program.

Stand Proud Dog Training is a family-run business based in Northern Nevada that serves dog owners across the West Coast. They pride themselves on their flexibility and adaptability, using a wide array of techniques to train all types of dogs, from puppies needing foundational skills to nervous shelter dogs and those with extreme behavioral issues like aggression.

Their training philosophy emphasizes a balanced approach, combining positive reinforcement, marker training, slip leads, prong collars, and e-collars. They believe in humane methods and tailor their approach to each unique dog, recognizing that only 25% of their work is dog training, with the remaining 75% focused on human training.

All programs are designed to teach both the dog and the owner, laying a solid foundation, breaking bad habits, and teaching new skills, then showing owners how to maintain and enforce these skills at home. The success of their programs relies heavily on the owner’s commitment, consistency, and follow-through.

Their core philosophy involves using structure, consistency, motivation, and clear leadership to help dogs live happier and healthier lives, fostering clear communication and dependable behavior between dogs and their owners. In addition to training, Stand Proud Dog Training offers dog daycare, overnight boarding, and nail trimming services for existing clients.

Accomplishments

Brandon, the Owner & Head Trainer, began his path in the dog world through rescue and rehabilitation, volunteering extensively at the Humane Society before being offered a job in the dog area. His education started at a young age, as his father housed, bred, and showed Akitas. He has attended numerous education seminars, read countless books and studies, and worked with over 1000 dogs on the West Coast. Brandon has experience in almost every area of dog care and handling, including grooming, daycare, medical care, fostering, shelter work, and hospice care for elderly dogs.

Danielle, the Owner & Director, holds a Master’s Degree in Paralegal Studies and has a lifetime of experience in customer service, which she applies to managing client communication and scheduling for the business. Ian, a Severe Behavior Modification Trainer, has been trained by Brandon to acquire skills for training any breed, regardless of the problems. Abby, also a Severe Behavior Modification Trainer, has been working in the dog industry for 6 years.

How to Get Started!

To get started with Stand Proud Dog Training, prospective clients are encouraged to contact the business. Before reaching out, it is recommended to familiarize oneself with their training techniques, tools, and philosophy by reviewing their “About Us” and “FAQ” pages. Most programs include an initial consultation before enrollment.