Wight Birch Farm and Kennels

Training programs include a free initial consultation to assess goals and develop a plan. Basic obedience is delivered via 10 weekly sessions or a 21-day intensive board and train with follow-up. Behavioral training offers online consultations, private in-person sessions, and specialized board and train for issues like resource guarding. Service dog training through Project Seirbhis involves a multi-step partnership process: needs assessment, foundation training, task-specific training, and handler education—all provided at no cost to the handler.

Pricing Summary

Basic obedience training is offered as a 10-week program for $1,500 or a 21-day board and train for $1,300 with 3 follow-up sessions. Behavioral training includes a $150 online hotline, $2,000 for a month-long resource guarding board and train, and $75 per private session. Free consultations are available within 30 miles.

Wight Birch Farms and Kennels is a dog training business located on an 80-acre farm in Waldo, Maine, offering balanced dog training, service dog training, board and train, doggy daycare, pet sitting, and Biothane dog gear. They specialize in personalized pet dog training for basic obedience and behavioral issues like fear, aggression, reactivity, and resource guarding, using a combination of positive reinforcement and structured guidance. Their Project Seirbhis program provides fully funded service dog training for individuals with disabilities, focusing on mobility, medical alert, psychiatric, and autism support tasks. Training occurs both on-site at their farm and through in-person sessions, with follow-up support included in board and train programs. They also offer doggy daycare and pet sitting services, making them a comprehensive resource for dog owners seeking training and care in a rural, farm-based environment.

Their unique advantage lies in combining professional dog training with a working farm setting that provides natural stimulation and space for dogs to learn in real-world conditions. They emphasize partnership, purpose, and long-term success, with a strong mission to keep dogs out of shelters by placing them in homes where their skills are valued. Their service dog program is free to handlers, funded by donations, making it accessible regardless of income.

They also offer farm products like pasture-raised eggs and sheep’s wool, supporting ethical, sustainable living alongside their animal care services.

Accomplishments

Project Seirbhis is a fully funded, donation-supported service dog program that provides free training to individuals with disabilities, emphasizing accessibility and partnership. The business operates on an 80-acre farm, integrating purpose-driven training with sustainable farming practices.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free consultation to discuss goals, assess the dog, and determine the best training plan. Consultations are free within 30 miles; beyond that, a $0.50 per mile fee applies. After consultation, clients can choose from private sessions, board and train, or behavioral hotline services.