Board & Train Dog Training in Everett, WA

In a K9 Reform Board & Train, your dog lives and trains with us in Everett for 3, 4 or 6 weeks. It's our most immersive way to build reliable obedience that holds up on trails, patios and busy streets.

Board & Train programs

3-Week Foundation: $2,600

Manners, loose leash walking, settling and household boundaries.

Loose leash walking and heel
Sit, down and long stay
Reliable recall
No jumping and door manners
Settling / place command
Leave it and impulse control
Owner handover and follow-up session

4-Week Off-Leash: $3,600 (most popular)

For owners who want off-leash freedom on PNW trails, cafe patios and public spaces.

All 3-week skills
Off-leash reliability and real-world distraction proofing
Mild reactivity and scent distraction work
Trail and house manners
E-collar conditioning included
2 in-depth owner handover lessons

6-Week Complete Mastery: $4,800

Advanced training for rock-solid off-leash reliability anytime, anywhere.

Advanced off-leash reliability in complex real-world environments
Full behavioral stabilization
Trail, cafe and retail neutrality
Multiple owner integration sessions
Lifelong training support

"The progress I've seen with my German Shepherd Mila has been unbelievable. Mari followed Mila's pace throughout the board and train."Verified client review, Mila (German Shepherd, Board & Train)

What a Board & Train day looks like

Morning potty and exercise in a fenced yard or on the slatmill, several focused training sessions, structured crate rest to build settling skills, real-world field trips to trails, parks and pet-friendly stores, then evening downtime with personal care.

Where your dog stays

Dogs stay on private property in Everett, about 10 feet from our back door, in a 500 sq ft climate-controlled facility with three large fenced yards and 24/7 HD security cameras. You get photo and video updates throughout the stay.

"I sent my headstrong puppy to Mari's for a board and train. Mari kept in touch with me throughout the whole experience, sending videos of Leo learning and improving."Verified client review, Leo (Board & Train)

Prefer your dog home at night?

Day Training covers similar skills with drop-off in the morning and pick-up in the evening, 5 days a week: 3 weeks $1,800, 4 weeks $2,400, 6 weeks $3,600.

Frequently asked questions

What does a day look like during Board & Train or Day Training?

Morning potty and exercise (fenced yard time or slatmill runs), several focused training sessions, structured crate rest to build settling skills, real-world field trips to trails, parks and pet-friendly stores, and evening downtime.

Can I tour the facility before booking?

Our facility is at our private residence in Everett, so we don't host in-person public tours. Instead we provide photo and video updates during every stay and a transparent walkthrough on your free phone consultation.

What training methods and tools do you use?

We use a balanced, relationship-based approach tailored to each dog: food, toys, slip leads, place cots and, for off-leash and advanced reliability, modern low-level e-collar conditioning. Every tool is introduced with clarity, fairness and compassion.

What vaccinations are required?

Proof of up-to-date Rabies, Parvo/Distemper (DHPP) and Bordetella is required for all training stays and boarding.

What support do I get after training?

Every program includes one-on-one owner handover sessions and lifelong training support. Day Training, Board & Train and Behavior Modification clients also get access to our private client video training hub.

Book a free consultation

Tell us about your dog and your goals, and we'll recommend the right program. Call or text (206) 245-9663 or email K9Reform@outlook.com.

Book a Free Consultation Text (206) 245-9663