The Retreat at Three Dog Ranch

4.8 Stars,23 Reviews

301 Cardinal Ln, Kalispell, MT 59901

Service area: Serves the Flathead Valley, including Kalispell and Whitefish, Montana, and surrounding areas within the region.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

Family Dog
Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

Puppy Training
Leash Pulling
Reactivity / Aggression
Separation Anxiety
Barking Excessively
Fearfulness
Resource Guarding
Recall

Training Formats Offered

Private Facility
Board and Train

Program Formats

Intensive Program
One-Time Consultation
Sessions Package

Types of Dogs

Working
Herding
Terriers
Doodles
Brachycephalic

Age of Dogs Trained

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

Dog Training Methodology

Methods:

✓ Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment:

✓ Clickers
✓ Food Rewards
✓ Harnesses
✓ Flat Collars

The Board & Train program is an intensive, residential training experience lasting multiple weeks, combining daily professional training with luxury boarding. Clients receive personalized behavior plans, ongoing owner education, and take-home resources. Additional training options include one-on-one sessions and group classes such as Puppy Kindergarten and Family Dog Manners, designed to build foundational obedience and address specific behavioral issues.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; clients are directed to request a consultation for customized training and boarding packages. Board & Train programs are structured as intensive, multi-week experiences with tailored pricing based on individual needs.

Testimonials

My pyrenees is a guarding breed and has hesitancy with new people, places and dogs. Sam went out of her way to help everyone feel safe and comfortable. She communicated well and made sure my high anxiety dog was happy during my extended time away. She really speaks dog and I could tell my pup really enjoyed being around her. This is a lovely facility and I would highly recommend their services.
– Client

I contacted Anything’s Pawsable Dog Training after I saw her on Facebook. We “rescued” a year old malnourished German Shepard/lab and had her for about 6 months before we found Anything’s Pawsable. We traveled 500 miles for the training because there’s nothing available in eastern Montana. Once Sage gained her weight and got her energy, she was more than we could handle and control. Deb agreed to work with us every day for a week so that we could get on track with her. Well, Deb did more training of us rather than the dog! We learned that she didn’t know her own name, that our responses to her energy were wrong and that we had the wrong kind of leash. She now responds when we call her (except when there are cats involved), my husband uses a whistle to get her to come, I am more in control of her, and she is really part of our family. There is still a lot of work we need to do with her but Deb gave us lots of good training papers and resources to go to so that we can work with her. And now I cringe when I see other people with their young dogs yelling at them and jerking them around on their leashes. Thanks, Deb!
– Client

We took our puppy through Puppy Kindergarten class with Debi and are currently in the next class, Family Dog Manners. We are impressed with Debi’s training techniques and knowledge of why things work. She’s teaching us as much or more than the dog; owners are often the weak link in the training! Highly recommended.
– Client

About the Trainer

The Retreat at Three Dog Ranch in Kalispell, Montana, offers premier dog training services through its Board & Train program and personalized training sessions, designed to improve behavior and teach new skills using positive reinforcement. The facility provides a serene, spacious, and comfortable environment tailored to each dog’s unique needs, with 24/7 on-site staff and certified training expertise. In addition to training, they offer luxury boarding, daycare, and grooming services across two locations—Kalispell and Whitefish—ensuring comprehensive care for dogs of all temperaments, including high-anxiety, guarding, or reactive breeds. Their trainers focus on educating owners as much as dogs, helping families maintain progress after training ends.

They emphasize a family-owned, nurturing approach, with testimonials highlighting their ability to work with challenging behaviors such as fearfulness, reactivity, and separation anxiety. Their Board & Train program combines daily training with comfortable boarding, allowing dogs to learn in a structured, low-stress setting while owners receive resources and guidance to continue training at home.

Accomplishments

Voted Best Dog Boarding & Daycare in Flathead Valley, Montana. Trainers are certified professionals with a reputation for successfully working with high-anxiety, guarding, and reactive dogs. The facility is recognized for its nurturing, family-owned approach and community involvement, including partnerships with the Humane Society of Western Montana.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to request a training consultation to discuss their dog’s needs, assess suitability for the program, and receive a customized plan. Consultations are free and can be scheduled via the website.

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11+ Years Experience
Insured
Free Consultation

Availability

Weekdays
Weekends
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Hours

Monday: 9am-9pm
Tuesday: 9am-5:30pm
Wednesday: 9am-9pm
Thursday: 9am-9pm
Friday: 9am-7pm
Saturday: 9am-7pm
Sunday: 12:30-7pm

Certifications

CPDT-KA

Associations

APDT
IAABC
PPG

Languages

English

Other Services Offered

Dog day care center
Kennel
Pet boarding service
Pet groomer

Location