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Dog Board and Train in North Fort Myers, FL

Expert Dog Board and Train Services for North Fort Myers Dog Owners

If your dog pulls toward every squirrel on the sidewalk, ignores recall around distractions, or turns every guest’s arrival into a full-contact sport, an immersive training program may help improve your daily routine. Board and Train gives your dog structured training with a professional while you maintain your regular schedule at home.

Many owners share the same frustrations: leash pulling, ignoring commands around wildlife or cyclists, jumping on visitors, and rushing through open doors. These behaviors are not merely inconvenient. They can also create safety concerns around traffic, water, other dogs, and Florida’s hot weather.

Off Leash K9 Training – Ft. Myers serves North Fort Myers and surrounding Southwest Florida communities with professional dog training programs focused on practical obedience. During an immersive Board & Train program, your dog boards with a professional trainer and practices the skills included in the selected program. Options are available for adult dogs, puppies, and dogs with qualifying behavior concerns.

Ready to find out which option may fit your dog? Call (239) 330-3926 for a free phone consultation, or continue reading to learn how the programs work.

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Why Our North Fort Myers Board and Train Programs Work

Board & Train programs provide a structured environment in which dogs can practice obedience, manners, and focus consistently.

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Immersive training

Your dog boards with a professional trainer and receives structured training throughout the selected program.

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Consistent expectations

A predictable training routine helps reinforce commands and manners.

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Real-world distractions

Depending on the program, dogs practice around people, other dogs, public spaces, and everyday environmental distractions.

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Clear training tools

The trainer explains the commands and equipment used in the selected program.

Owner education

Owners receive transition instruction to help them continue practicing after the dog returns home.

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Ongoing support

The 2 Week Board & Train includes free refresher lessons on obedience for the life of the dog.

North Fort Myers Dog Board and Train Program Options

Visit the Plans & Pricing page for current program details, or call (239) 330-3926 to discuss which option may be appropriate for your dog.

2 Week Board & Train

This immersive adult program is designed for dogs eight months or older that do not require a behavior-focused program.

The published curriculum includes:

  • Sit and Down
  • Loose-leash walking
  • On-leash Heel in public spaces
  • Come
  • Place and No
  • Greeting manners
  • Door manners
  • Introduction to play
  • Training with distractions
  • Off-leash recall when applicable
  • Most training equipment
  • Free refresher lessons on obedience for the life of the dog

The standard 2 Week Board & Train is not designed for dogs with behavioral issues. Owners should disclose aggression, severe reactivity, anxiety, or bite history during the consultation.

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Puppy Board and Train Options

10 Day Pawsitive Foundation Puppy Board & Train

This program is designed for puppies between 12 and 24 weeks old.

The published curriculum includes:

  • Ten days of immersive on-leash training
  • Sit
  • Down
  • Loose-leash walking
  • Come on a 15-foot leash
  • Greeting manners
  • Place
  • Basic obedience and socialization foundations
  • Training tools included with the program

The trainer helps owners establish a schedule that supports crate-training and housebreaking habits after the puppy returns home. Housebreaking and crate training are not guaranteed.

Comprehensive Puppy to Adult Board & Train

This two-phase option begins with the 10-day puppy program when the puppy is between 12 and 24 weeks old. The dog later returns for the complete two-week adult program between approximately eight months and 1.5 years of age.

The puppy phase establishes basic obedience, manners, socialization, and supportive crate and potty routines. The adult phase adds formalized commands, public leash work, training around distractions, greeting and door manners, and off-leash recall when applicable.

Free refresher lessons on obedience are included for the life of the dog.

Behavior Modification Board & Train

This program is intended for dogs struggling with dog-directed aggression, human-directed aggression, or both.

The program includes:

  • Three weeks of Board & Train
  • Three additional one-hour lessons
  • Two lessons before boarding
  • One lesson approximately two weeks afterward
  • Muzzle-training instruction
  • Training materials other than the muzzle

The dog must be muzzle-trained before the boarding portion begins. Owners must purchase a properly fitted muzzle separately.

Behavior concerns may be managed and improved, but complete resolution cannot be guaranteed. Results depend on the dog’s behavior history, environment, temperament, safety needs, and owner follow-through.

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Common Training Challenges

Board and Train may help address:

  • Leash pulling

  • Weak responses to recall cues

  • Jumping on guests

  • Rushing through open doors

  • Overexcitement around people or other dogs

  • Difficulty focusing around traffic, bicycles, wildlife, or neighborhood activity

  • Puppy mouthing and poor manners

  • Inconsistent responses to basic commands

Dogs with aggression, severe reactivity, significant anxiety, or bite history may require Behavior Modification training and additional safety management.

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How Dog Board and Train in North Fort Myers Works

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Step 1: Phone Consultation

Call (239) 330-3926 for a free consultation about your dog's age, obedience, history and goals. Disclose aggression, reactivity, anxiety and any bite incidents.

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Step 2: Select the Appropriate Program

Choose a program based on age, behavior, and goals: Board & Train for dogs 8 months or older, puppy training at 12-24 weeks, or behavior modification as needed.

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Step 3: Immersive Training

Your dog stays with a professional trainer for daily obedience, manners, plus distraction training. Equipment and off-leash recall depend on the chosen program.

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Step 4: Owner Transition and Continued Practice

Learn commands, tools and handling, then practice regularly at home. The 2 Week Board & Train includes free obedience refresher lessons for your dog's lifetime.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does dog board and train in North Fort Myers cost?

Pricing depends on the selected program. Because program details and rates can change, review the current pricing information or call (239) 330-3926 for availability and guidance. No prices are listed on this page.

How long does Board and Train take?

The 10 Day Pawsitive Foundation Puppy Board & Train lasts 10 days, the adult Board & Train lasts two weeks, and the Behavior Modification Board & Train includes three weeks of immersive training plus three additional lessons.

The appropriate option depends on your dog’s age, behavior history, and training goals. Continued practice at home is essential after any program.

Is my dog a good candidate?

Dogs eight months or older without significant behavioral issues may qualify for the standard 2 Week Board & Train. Puppies between 12 and 24 weeks may qualify for the puppy foundation program.

Dogs with aggression, severe reactivity, or bite history may need the Behavior Modification program. Share your dog’s complete behavior history during the consultation.

Can Board and Train help with aggression?

A Behavior Modification Board & Train is available for dogs with dog-directed aggression, human-directed aggression, or both. The program includes three weeks of training, three additional lessons, and muzzle-training requirements.

Meaningful improvement may be possible, but aggression cannot be guaranteed to disappear completely. Sudden behavioral changes should also be discussed with a veterinarian to rule out pain or medical causes.

What does the 2 Week Board & Train teach?

The published curriculum includes Sit, Down, Come, Place, No, loose-leash walking, on-leash Heel in public spaces, greeting manners, door manners, an introduction to play, training with distractions, and off-leash recall when applicable.

The program is designed for dogs eight months or older and is not intended for dogs needing behavior modification.

What happens after my dog comes home?

Owners receive instruction on the commands, tools, and handling techniques used during training. Continued home practice helps the dog apply those skills with family members and in familiar environments.

The 2 Week Board & Train includes free refresher lessons on obedience for the life of the dog.

Get Started with Dog Board and Train in North Fort Myers

Off Leash K9 Training – Ft. Myers offers structured Board & Train options for adult dogs, puppies, and qualifying behavior cases. The appropriate program depends on your dog’s age, behavior history, temperament, and training goals.

Call (239) 330-3926 or contact the Fort Myers training team to schedule a free phone consultation. The team can review your dog’s needs before recommending an appropriate program.

About Off Leash K9 Training
Dog Trainers Who Are Recognized Around The World!
Nick White, Founder Off Leash K9 Training
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Nick White is the Owner and Founder of Off Leash K9 Training.  Nick is a former US Marine and former US Secret Service. He currently has over 130+ dog training locations throughout the United States. 

Nick is globally recognized as being one of the top dog trainers in the world.  He has 2 official world records in off leash obedience, named on Wikipedia as one of the top 20 dog trainers in the world, recently named top 10 trainer in the world by bestdogtrainers.org, has been featured in many magazines and shows, and he is regularly requested by the top celebrities and athletes! He has been called upon by people such as actor Ryan Reynolds, WWE’s John Cena, MLB All Star Max Scherzer, UFC World Champion Jon “Bones” Jones, and many more!

You can visit our YouTube Channel and watch over 1500+ before/after videos of Nick and his team’s work!  Off Leash K9 Training has more documented videos than any dog training business in the entire world!