Forge’s Board & Train program is our most popular training option, trusted by the majority of clients seeking structured, reliable results. Designed for busy owners and dogs that require clear leadership, this program provides an immersive training experience focused on building dependable behavior and long-term obedience.
Dogs stay with us for the complete 4 or 6 weeks, where they participate in structured daily training sessions tailored to their individual temperament, behavior, and learning style. Through consistent repetition, real-world exposure, and professional guidance, we build the foundation for reliable obedience and improved behavioral stability.
What sets the Forge Board & Train experience apart is that owners remain an active part of the process. Each week, owners participate in a one-hour transfer lesson where they work directly with their dog under professional guidance, learning how to maintain the structure and communication that drives lasting results.
Throughout the program, we focus not only on teaching commands, but on building clear communication, reliable responses, and behavioral accountability that carry into real-world environments.
This balanced approach ensures dogs learn to respond not just to the trainer, but to their owner, creating results that remain consistent long after the program is complete.
Our board and train programs provide dogs with a structured environment focused on building reliable obedience, improved behavior, and better communication between dog and owner. Through consistent daily training and real-world exposure, dogs develop the discipline and confidence needed to succeed beyond the training environment.
Each dog follows a disciplined daily training routine designed to build clear obedience, reliable behavior, and consistent structure.
We guide owners through hands-on sessions to ensure they understand how to maintain structure, reinforce training, and confidently handle their dog moving forward.
Dogs are introduced to practical environments and everyday scenarios so their training remains reliable outside the training setting.
Our approach emphasizes clear expectations and consistent boundaries, helping dogs develop stable, predictable behavior over time.
Post-training transition guidance for owners
Advanced Reliability & Off-Leash Development - $6,000.00
Includes everything in the 4-week program plus:
Advanced owner handling instruction
Board & Train is ideal for dogs struggling with issues such as leash pulling, lack of obedience, poor impulse control, reactivity, or difficulty listening in distracting environments. Our structured programs help create clear communication and dependable behavior.
If you want a dog that listens consistently, behaves calmly in everyday environments, and responds reliably to commands, Board & Train provides the structure and repetition needed to build those habits effectively.
Many behavior problems come from confusion, inconsistent expectations, or lack of structure. Our programs focus on building clear leadership and reliable routines that help dogs become calmer, more focused, and easier to handle.
Forge gave us more than training — they gave us structure and control. The documentation and safety plan alone were worth it. We finally feel confident managing our dog.
Business Owner
Professional, organized, and extremely thorough. They identified risks we didn’t even realize existed and built a clear plan to fix them. Highly recommend.
Founder
The level of detail and accountability set them apart. Every session was documented, every step had a purpose. This is not typical dog training — it’s real risk management.
Pet Groomer
They approached our situation with precision and calm authority. The results were measurable, and the systems they put in place gave us lasting control and peace of mind.
Dog Owner
Answers to common questions about our Board & Train programs, training process, and what to expect.
Our Board & Train programs are designed to address a wide range of common behavior challenges including leash pulling, poor obedience, lack of focus, impulsive behavior, jumping, and difficulty listening around distractions. By combining structured daily training, clear communication, and real-world exposure, we help dogs develop reliable behavior and improved responsiveness in everyday situations.
No. One of the core goals of the Forge Board & Train program is ensuring your dog responds reliably to you, not just the trainer. Throughout the program, we incorporate owner transfer sessions where you work directly with your dog under professional guidance. These sessions teach you the structure, communication, and handling techniques needed to maintain the training at home, ensuring the results carry into your everyday environment.
Training results last when the structure and communication learned during the program are maintained. Our goal is not just to teach commands, but to help owners develop the leadership and consistency that sustain reliable behavior over time. When owners continue reinforcing the structure introduced during training, the results become part of the dog’s everyday routine.
Whether you’re a dog owner seeking training or an organization needing consulting, we’re here to help.
600 W Peachtree St NW Suite 1700, Atlanta, GA, 30308
Atlanta, GA (470)792-2301
Hempstead, N.Y. (516)882-1718
600 W Peachtree St NW Suite 1700, Atlanta, GA, 30308
