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Board and Train

Board and Train with Ruskies is designed to give your dog focused, one-to-one training in a structured environment while staying in the care of a professional trainer. Whether you’re dealing with early foundation work, problem behaviours, or just want a strong head start, this is a highly personalised option tailored to your dog’s needs.

Board and train dog relaxing after a structured training session at a trainer’s home

​What Your Dog Will Get During Their Board and Train Stay:

✅ Minimum of 3 walks per day (lead walking, sniff walks, Training walks, field walks and structured outings)

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✅ Multiple short, focused training sessions daily, tailored to your dog’s needs

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✅ 1 dog at a time – fully individualised attention and no shared spaces

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✅ Home-based environment – your dog is part of our calm, structured routine

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✅ Purpose-built kennel with large secure run and area for rest, movement, and downtime

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​✅ Enrichment and decompression woven into the daily schedule

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✅ Daily photo/video updates to keep you connected and show your dog’s progress

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✅ Custom training plan developed from your consultation and goals

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✅ Calm handling and low-stress training methods for all temperaments

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✅ Handover session and written summary at the end of the stay

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✅ Follow-up support to help you continue the progress at home

About Board and Train

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Some examples of what I can work on

  • Loose lead walking

  • Focus and engagement

  • Settle and calmness

  • Basic commands (sit, down, wait, recall)

  • Problem behaviours (jumping up, pulling, excitement)

  • Confidence building and handling tolerance

Board and train dog calmly settling in a crate as part of routine and structure training

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One-to-One Training in a Calm, Home-Based Setting

At Ruskies, I only take on one dog at a time for Board and Train and specialise in small to medium-sized breeds to ensure a calm, personalised experience. Your dog will receive lots of one-to-one attention, with multiple daily training sessions, enrichment activities, and peaceful rest periods in a structured, home-based setting. I have two young children, which provides great real-life distraction exposure in a controlled way—ideal for dogs learning to focus or stay calm around movement and noise.

 

While I do have two of my own dogs, they are kept entirely separate from the kennel and training areas, and there is no viewing or interaction with them during your dog’s stay to maintain a low-stress environment. Every training session is tracked and recorded, and you’ll receive regular photo and video updates to keep you connected with your dog’s progress. Your dog becomes part of our daily life—safe, calm, and fully supported.

Reviews

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Jane - Ruby

Thank you Laura, you have been amazing. Still work to be done but what a transformation. I will carry on using the tools you provided me with. I now feel a lot more confident, and not stressed. We will see you soon. 5* dog trainer.

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