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Refresher & Follow-Up Dog Training That Keeps Progress Strong

When life takes you away from home (whether for work, vacation, or an unexpected trip), you shouldn’t have to worry about your dog losing progress or feeling anxious.

Our Refresher & Follow-Up Training Program gives your dog a familiar environment to reinforce manners, confidence, and calm behavior while you’re away. Based in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, we help dogs maintain their best selves through consistency, structure, and expert guidance.

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A Familiar Place for Your Trained Companion

Unlike a standard boarding facility, our follow-up program keeps your dog in a consistent, training-focused environment.


Here, your pup continues to practice manners, obedience, and confidence, without slipping into old habits.

 

We know your dog’s personality, history, and training level, so we can tailor every stay to strengthen what’s already working.

What Happens During Your Dog’s Stay

Each day includes a mix of structured training, mental enrichment, and relaxation. Your dog’s stay can include:

  • Reinforcement of commands learned during their original training (Sit, Heel, Down, Place, etc.)

  • Supervised socialization with other trained dogs in a controlled environment

  • Play sessions that keep energy positive and focused

  • Confidence-building activities using different surfaces and obstacles

  • Optional advanced skill work for owners wanting to expand their dog’s abilities

 

You can also request refreshers for specific issues—such as leash manners, calm greetings, or crate behavior—so your dog returns home balanced, happy, and ready to fit seamlessly back into family life.

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Optional Add-Ons & Advanced Skills

During your dog’s refresher stay, we can introduce or polish advanced skills such as:

Bicycling & Jogging Manners

for active owners

Retriever or Fetch Work

Great for focus and bonding

Frisbee & Agility Games

For coordination and drive

Swimming Lessons

helping your dog build confidence in the water

Trick Training

Introduction Into Agility

Why Owners Choose Our Refresher Program

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  • Familiar Trainer – I know your dog’s cues, triggers, and strengths

  • Behavior Consistency – Prevents regression while you’re away

  • 24-Hour Supervision – Safety and peace of mind

  • Personalized Progress Reports – Know how your dog is doing daily

  • Trusted Results – Many clients schedule this program before every family vacation

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