Puppy Board and Train
Servicing all of metro Atlanta

Our Puppy Board and Train Program Sets the Foundation for a Lifetime of Success.

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Puppy Camp Overview

This immersive puppy board and train program is designed to lay the foundation for lifelong obedience, confidence, and engagement. Your puppy will live with one of our professional dog trainers, receiving around-the-clock care, guidance, and positive reinforcement in a safe, structured, and loving environment. Our puppy board and train program goes beyond teaching basic commands—it builds the confidence, structure, and focus your puppy needs to thrive.

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The journey begins

Bringing a new puppy into your home is a joyful experience, but it can also be overwhelming. From potty training and crate training to learning basic commands like “sit” and “stay,” the first few months of a puppy’s life are crucial for setting the stage for their future behavior. That’s where our Puppy Board and Train Program comes in—an immersive training experience designed to give your puppy the best start in life, with results that last a lifetime. Our goal is to guide you through puppyhood while setting your puppy up for success, all the while creating a lasting communication system between you and your puppy.

Designed for puppies and owners seeking the best head start

Our Puppy Board and Train Program is perfect for owners who want to give their puppy the best possible head start in life. By living directly with one of our professional dog trainers, your puppy will receive around-the-clock care and consistent guidance in a safe and structured environment. This immersive program focuses on building a strong obedience foundation, teaching essential skills like sit, down, recall, and crate training, while fostering confidence and good behavior. When your puppy returns home, they’ll have the tools and structure needed to thrive, giving you the foundation for a lifelong partnership built on trust and communication.

How we approach training puppies

Building a strong obedience foundation should be fun for your puppy. Our training methods are rooted in the science of reward based training and classical conditioning. Using verbal markers and clicker training, we clearly communicate with your puppy, helping them quickly understand which behaviors earn rewards. These methods not only teach your puppy basic commands, but also help foster a bond based on trust and respect. With patience and consistency, your puppy will learn the skills they need to thrive and become well-mannered companions!

Fun and Engaging: Every behavior is shaped with patience, enthusiasm, and play, turning training into an exciting game.

Tools for Success: When your puppy comes home, we’ll bring a clicker and they’ll have a solid understanding of their training, making it easy for you to continue reinforcing what they’ve learned.

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Let us do the work for you! Leave your puppy in the hands of one of our expert puppy trainers

Imagine your puppy stepping into a safe, loving home where they’ll learn not just how to sit or stay, but how to interact with the world around them in a calm, confident way. From the moment they arrive, your puppy will experience a tailored, stress-free training environment. Our trainers—led by Joey Morris, an expert animal behaviorist with over three decades of experience—work one-on-one with each puppy, ensuring that their individual needs are met. Our trainers home closely mimics your home, making the transition and training results seamless

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Potty training and crate training

Housebreaking is one of the most common challenges for puppy owners, and our puppy board and train program addresses it head-on. Our structured potty and crate training methods establish positive routines that promote independence and self-control. These habits help your puppy feel secure in their environment and minimize accidents at home. We will teach you the custom structure that sets your puppy up for success at your puppy’s return.

Why pick us?

  • We’re passionate about helping puppies grow into confident, well-behaved, and joyful companions. Our founder, with a degree in Animal Behavior and extensive experience training exotic animals—including using marker training with a whistle and fish for species like dolphins—has brought that same expertise to our puppy programs. For our puppies, we use a clicker and boiled chicken to clearly communicate and reinforce desired behaviors. Our Puppy Board and Train Program isn’t just about obedience—it’s a life-changing experience that builds trust, communication, and a strong foundation for the future. We’re dedicated to helping your puppy thrive in their training journey.
  • The puppy’s that come to our board and train program are trained in drive, making them eager and excited to be obedient. We don’t diminish a dog’s drive, instead we channel their drive into their obedience. This creates an exciting learning environment and makes puppies excited to do their obedience, while maintaining their unique personality. Channeling their drive creates behaviors that are reliable and repetitive.
  • A properly trained puppy eagerly seeks out their human to perform their obedience behaviors for them. Have you seen a dog hold eye contact with their person and follow them around without being asked? This unrequested attention is called engagement, and it is the building blocks of our dog training methodology.
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A day in the life of a puppy at OverWatch K9

Every day with us is an opportunity for your puppy to learn and grow. They live with our trainers in a home setting, with field trips to experience the real-world distractions they’ll encounter every day. A key component of our Puppy Board and Train is introducing your puppy to the real world. Through field trips to safe, controlled environments—like parks, stores, and public spaces—your puppy will be exposed to new sights, sounds, and smells. These experiences build confidence, reduce fear based behaviors, teach focus & engagement in distracting environments. This ensures your puppy grows into a dog that can confidently accompany you anywhere in Atlanta and beyond!

Imagine your puppy, practicing their “sit” and “down” while cars drive by, people walk past, and other dogs play nearby. They’ll get used to all the distractions that come with living in a busy world. By the end of the program, your puppy will not only have mastered the basics, but will have developed confidence and learned how to socialize.

Length of the Puppy Board and Train

Our program requires a minimum of 10 days, with the option to add additional days for extra reinforcement and skill-building.

Progress updates throughout the Puppy Board and Train

Everyone’s favorite part! You’ll receive text, video, and picture updates throughout the program, allowing you to watch your puppy’s transformation and stay connected to their journey.

Cost and Requirements

Cost: $1,500 for 10 days. Additional training days are available upon request for $100 per day.

Eligibility: Our puppy board and train is open to all breeds and sizes!

Vaccination Requirements: Puppies must have received three rounds of vaccinations before starting. Typically, the first round is given at 6 weeks, followed by additional rounds every 3 weeks, making most puppies eligible at 12 weeks of age.

How to make a reservation for your puppy

A $400 deposit secures your puppy’s start date, with the remaining balance due when training begins. Once reserved, you’ll receive an email with a breakdown of crate training and potty training tips to give you a head start, along with our recommended supplies list to set your puppy up for success.

If your reservation is made 4 weeks or more in advance, your trainer will visit your home at no additional cost to help set up your household for success before training begins!

Pick up and drop off

Our door-to-door service is available throughout all of Metro Atlanta, from Canton to McDonough, Douglasville, Gainesville, and beyond, making the entire process seamless and convenient—we handle pick-up and drop-off, so you can focus on what matters most.

We teach you what your puppy learned

Once training is complete, your trainer will bring your puppy back home and spend 1–2 hours (or as much time is needed) with the entire family. During this session, you’ll learn how to maintain and reinforce your puppy’s new obedience skills, with plenty of time for practice and personalized guidance.

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What’s after the puppy board and train?

Once your puppy has completed our Puppy Board and Train program, the journey doesn’t end there! Puppies are continuously growing and developing, which is why we offer the perfect next step for your puppy: our Obedience Board and Train program.

As your puppy masters the basics, they can continue to refine and advance their skills in our Obedience Board and Train. Here, they’ll build on everything they’ve learned, progressing to more complex commands and behaviors, like off-leash obedience, advanced focus work, and responding reliably in high-distraction environments.

With this continued training, your puppy will not only solidify their foundational skills but also develop the confidence and discipline needed to handle more challenging situations, ensuring they grow into a well-rounded, well-behaved companion.

With our Puppy Success Program: Board and Train Bundle, you can build on the solid foundation established in Puppy Board and Train and transition seamlessly into the Obedience Board and Train Program.

This bundled package is designed for long-term success, offering:

  • A $400 discount when you reserve both programs together.
  • A progression from foundational training to advanced off-leash reliability, distraction-proof behavior, and more.
  • A comprehensive plan to help your puppy thrive through every stage of their development.
  • A lifetime guarantee with unlimited private lessons, at no addition cost.
  • A tune-up board and train or advanced skills board and train exclusive to our canine clients that have completed the Obedience Board and Train, perfect for when you’re on vacation.

Why our puppy board and train program works

Our Puppy Board and Train Program is rooted in science-based training methods, ensuring your puppy not only learns but thrives. At the heart of our approach is the Pavlovian response, where we create a strong association between desired behaviors and positive rewards. Using marker training, like a clicker paired with boiled chicken, we communicate with clarity and precision, helping your puppy quickly understand what behaviors are being reinforced. This consistent feedback builds a foundation of trust, engagement, and confidence in learning.

We also focus on training in drive, a powerful method that channels your puppy’s natural instincts and energy into productive and desirable behaviors. By harnessing their innate drive—whether it’s food, play, or curiosity—we make training not only effective but enjoyable for your puppy. This approach keeps them engaged, motivated, and eager to learn, turning obedience into a fun and rewarding experience.

Additionally, the real-world aspect of our program sets it apart. Your puppy will live with their trainer in a home environment, where every moment becomes a learning opportunity.

Your puppy will live with their trainer in a home environment, where every moment becomes a learning opportunity. From structured crate and potty training routines to practicing commands throughout the day, your puppy receives 24/7 guidance in a loving, structured setting. To further enhance their training, we take them on field trips to parks, stores, and other public spaces. These real-world adventures expose your puppy to a variety of sights, sounds, and smells, teaching them to remain focused and engaged even in distracting environments.

This combination of science-based methodsdrive-based training, and real-world exposure ensures your puppy develops skills that are practical, reliable, and adaptable to everyday life. By the end of the program, your puppy will be confident, obedient, and ready to thrive in your home and beyond.

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Reservations 

To reserve your puppy’s starting date of the board and train we require a $400 deposit, with the balance due the day their board and train begins. To make a reservation, give us a call or fill out our form.

What To Pack

We’ll ask you to email your puppy’s vaccination records and pack plenty of food. Sending food and having a standard collar on your puppy are our only requirements, your trainer will have treats, toys, food and water bowls, and a crate for overnight sleeping.

Pick Up and Return

For the board and train we offer a convenient door-to-door service, simplifying the process of arranging pick up and drop off. Having your puppy return from his board and train and perform his obedience training in his home environment is invaluable!

SOME OF OUR MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Will the trainer spend time teaching me when my puppy comes home?

Absolutely! Our goal is for you and your puppy to be communicating seamlessly. We’ll demonstrate everything your puppy learned, dive into our training methods, and guide you through the process.

Will my puppy listen to me if someone else trains it?

Certainly! Our obedience training easily transfers to the owner. We’ll teach you how to communicate effectively when your puppy comes home.

What happens after completing the puppy board and train? Do you provide support?

Absolutely! If needed, we provide one in-home visit after the completion of the program for additional assistance. Our Puppy Board and Train program is designed to lay the foundation for obedience, confidence, and good behavior, but your puppy’s training journey doesn’t have to stop there. Through our exclusive Puppy Success Program: Board and Train Bundle, you can seamlessly transition into our Advanced Obedience Board and Train program once your puppy is 5–6 months old. This next step focuses on advanced skills like off-leash reliability, distraction-proof behavior, and precision obedience, ensuring your puppy grows into a confident and well-behaved companion. Plus, by bundling both programs, you’ll save $400! Learn more about our Puppy Success Program here

What makes your board and train different from other training companies?

Our obedience training methods are backed by our founder’s three decades of experience training and competing with dogs, working with exotic animals, supplying the military, police and FEMA with K9s, and seminars he conducts throughout the country.

Will my puppy return fully potty trained and crate trained?

Not quite! Full potty training typically takes several months to achieve. However, your trainer will provide a customized potty training schedule tailored to your puppy, setting them up for success by drastically reducing or even eliminating accidents. You’ll also receive guidance on how to build on this foundation to reach complete potty training at home.

As for crate training, results vary depending on your puppy’s starting point. Many puppies leave the program fully calm and comfortable in the crate, while others show significant improvement, such as calming down and settling more quickly. Our goal is to establish a solid foundation and teach you how to continue reinforcing these behaviors at home for long-term success.

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FAQ

Yes, we do offer financing through Affirm. It allows you to start training immediately, and pay later, through monthly payments. Contact us if you would like to proceed with Affirm.
Yes it is! We take $400 off of your second puppy’s board and train, and every puppy after that.

Your puppy will learn essential commands like Sit, Down, Recall (Come), Place, and the foundation of Stay. We also focus on potty training, crate training, and confidence-building through real-world experiences.

Yes it is! The holiday’s are a high demand season for us, we recommend making your reservations for your puppy’s board and train in advance.

Our Puppy Board and Train Program is designed for puppies between 12 and 16 weeks old. This critical developmental stage is ideal for building a strong obedience foundation. For smaller breed puppies, we can go up to 5 months of age. If your puppy is closer to 5 months old, take a look at our Obedience Board and Train.

Yes, our clients frequently schedule their puppy’s board and train to overlap with their travel. If you are traveling internationally we can use WhatsApp to continue to communicate.
The board and train is 10 days long, with the option of adding more days.

Your puppy will live with their trainer in their private home. Overnight your puppy will sleep in a crate.

No, we don’t require them to be spayed or neutered. 

Your puppy will not return home fully potty trained. Full potty training typically takes several months to achieve. However, your trainer will provide a customized potty training schedule tailored to your puppy, setting them up for success by drastically reducing or even eliminating accidents. You’ll also receive guidance on how to build on this foundation to reach complete potty training at home.

Results vary depending on your puppy’s starting point. Many puppies leave the program fully calm and comfortable in the crate, while others show significant improvement, such as calming down and settling more quickly. Our goal is to establish a solid foundation and teach you how to continue reinforcing these behaviors at home for long-term success.

We provide our board and train services to Atlanta, Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Roswell, East Cobb, Alpharetta, Canton, Marietta, Smyrna, Douglasville, Kennesaw, Cartersville, Duluth, Lawrenceville, McDonough, and all other cities in the Atlanta metro area.

Our puppy board and train Services Atlanta And Surrounding Metro Cities

OverWatch K9 Academy provides their board and train services to Atlanta, Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Roswell, East Cobb, Alpharetta, Canton, Marietta, Smyrna, Douglasville, Kennesaw, Cartersville, Duluth, Lawrenceville, McDonough, and all surrounding cities.

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