🐾 Premier Pet Training
Dark Shadows Canine
Premier Dog Training Programs
Designed for real-world success. Your dog lives with a professional DSC trainer and receives daily hands-on instruction — going beyond basic obedience to become calm, confident, and reliable.
We also offer flexible transport options including air cargo, ground transport, or private travel with a DSC trainer.
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Why Choose DSC?
For over 30 years, our training philosophy has focused on real-world results — not gimmicks or shortcuts. We customize each training plan to your dog's individual needs. No cookie-cutter programs here.
- ✅ Certified, experienced trainers
- ✅ In-home training immersion
- ✅ Real-life exposure and socialization
- ✅ Training that lasts a lifetime
- ✅ Guaranteed obedience — on and off-leash
90% of our clients choose Board & Train as their most effective training option — and the results speak for themselves.
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Board & Train Programs
2 Weeks
Puppy Kindergarten
For puppies 4 months & under
$2,500
"Build the foundation before bad habits ever form."
Our Puppy Kindergarten program lays the groundwork for a well-mannered adult dog. In a fun, structured environment, your puppy will be introduced to foundational commands — helping prevent problem behaviors and building confidence from day one.
Commands / Skills
4 Weeks
4-Week On-Leash Obedience
Complete on-leash control
$4,500
"Reliable, controlled obedience — on leash, every time."
Designed for owners who want complete on-leash control, this program introduces your dog to obedience under structure and distraction. Includes exposure to various environments to build social skills and confidence.
Commands / Skills
Aggressive Dog Extension
Dogs with aggression: extended to 6 weeks total (+2 weeks) — $6,500
6 Weeks
6-Week Advanced Off-Leash Obedience
The pinnacle of DSC training
$6,500
"Total control. No leash required."
This advanced program teaches your dog to obey reliably both on and off-leash. We introduce higher levels of distraction and environmental challenges to ensure obedience holds in any situation. The result is a well-rounded dog that responds quickly and confidently, even at a distance.
Commands / Skills
Aggressive Dog Extension
Dogs with aggression: extended to 8 weeks total — $8,500
Aggressive or Reactive Dogs — Extended Programs
At Dark Shadows Canine, we specialize in working with dogs of all temperaments — including those exhibiting aggression toward people, other dogs, or environmental triggers. Aggressive behavior requires additional time, structure, and hands-on management to ensure safe and effective training.
› On-Leash Obedience with aggression: extended to 6 weeks (+2 weeks) — $6,500
› Advanced Off-Leash with aggression: extended to 8 weeks — $8,500
Our goal is not only to train your dog, but to help restore trust, control, and peace of mind — for both you and your dog.
Every Graduate Gets Lifetime Academy Access
Complete any Board & Train program and receive free, permanent access to the entire DSC Academy — every video lesson, every tutorial, every future update. For life.
DSC Training in Action
Board & Train in Action
Watch real DSC board & train dogs progress through their programs — obedience, behavior modification, and real-world reliability.
Neighborhood Heel Work with Cooper
Cooper works through structured heel positioning and leash communication during a real-world neighborhood walk. The focus is on maintaining position, handler engagement, and calm behavior while working around everyday distractions.
Interested in this program? View 4-Week On-Leash
Real-World Control with Ranger
Ranger practices structured movement, handler engagement, and responsiveness while working through everyday neighborhood distractions. The session focuses on building reliable communication that carries into real-world environments.
Interested in this program? View 6-Week Off-Leash
Reliable Walking with Luna
Luna works on developing a cleaner heel, improved leash manners, and calm communication during everyday walks. The goal is a dog that stays connected to the handler instead of being controlled by the environment.
Interested in this program? View 4-Week On-LeashContact DSC
For more information or to discuss the best training program for your dog, call, text, or send an inquiry.