Waggin’ Good Dog Training & Boarding

Training options include online self-paced courses, virtual sessions, in-person sessions, and a 2-week Board & Train program. The Board & Train includes daily training in Richelle’s home, crate and house manners, obedience commands, behavior modification, weekly video updates, access to a private Facebook group, and an online owner education course. All programs include follow-up support. The “Lose the ‘Tude” program targets dogs with aggressive or reactive behaviors. Training focuses on positive reinforcement and teaching dogs to make good decisions through rewards and consistency.

Pricing Summary

Online mini courses: $15 each; 4–8 week online programs: prices vary; virtual sessions: economical; in-person sessions: mid-level cost; Board & Train: $1,400 total with $700 nonrefundable deposit. Boarding: $25/day per dog ($50/day for aggressive dogs); holiday stays require 50% nonrefundable deposit. Additional $5/day surcharge for Christmas and New Year’s stays.

Policies

All sales are final with no refunds unless due to extenuating circumstances. Board & Train requires a $700 nonrefundable deposit. Boarding requires a 2-day nonrefundable deposit for standard stays and 50% nonrefundable deposit for holiday stays. Cancellations less than 2 weeks before boarding result in full payment due. No refunds for training programs. Training calls and consultations are required before program enrollment.

Waggin’ Good Dog Training & Boarding is a dog training and boarding business owned by Richelle Fair, a certified dog trainer specializing in dogs with grumpy attitudes and behavioral issues. Richelle offers positive reinforcement-based training that focuses on teaching dogs to think and make good choices, not just react. Her services include private training sessions, virtual training, online self-paced courses, and an intensive 2-week Board & Train program where dogs stay in her home and receive continuous training throughout the day. Boarding is offered as a “dog vacation” experience with playtime, walks, dog beds, toys, and daily updates via photos and videos. She does not use prong collars, choke chains, or electric shock collars. Her training emphasizes good manners, recall, leash skills, and behavior modification for issues like fear, reactivity, and aggression. Clients receive ongoing support through a private Facebook group and online learning modules to reinforce training at home.

Richelle’s approach is tailored to each dog’s needs, with flexible options ranging from low-cost online courses to full board-and-train packages. She works with dogs of all ages and sizes, especially those with anxiety, fearfulness, or resource guarding. Her boarding facility is home-based, not a traditional kennel, ensuring a calm, stress-free environment for dogs. She also provides training for owners to improve communication and consistency with their pets.

Richelle is highly responsive to client concerns and offers personalized guidance, often scheduling dogs into her programs within days for urgent cases. Her clients report dramatic improvements in their dogs’ behavior and reduced stress during boarding.

She is based in Leesburg, OH, and serves clients locally and remotely via virtual sessions.

Additional services include dog boarding, day training, and online education courses.

Richelle’s training philosophy centers on building trust, understanding dog behavior, and empowering owners with knowledge to maintain long-term success.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must schedule a free training consultation via Calendly to discuss their dog’s needs and determine the best training package. Consultation links are provided on the website. After consultation, clients may proceed with online courses, virtual sessions, in-person training, or the Board & Train program based on availability and suitability.