(Board & Train) Transform Camp

Overview

Transform Camp is our most comprehensive Board & Train pathway for families who want behavior change and higher-level obedience at the same time. If your dog shows reactivity, anxiety, guarding/possessiveness, or handling sensitivity and you also want reliable obedience for real life (recall, heel, public manners, calm at home), Transform Camp blends the structure of Behavior Camp with the skill progression of Foundation Camp—and then adds more time, more owner transfer, and more coached practice so results stick.

We use a balanced approach: reward-forward teaching, clear structure, and humane tools where appropriate. Training is installed in a controlled setting, then transferred to you through private lessons, DayCamp practice days, and Pet Parenting Classes.

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Topic Sections

1. Key Benefits & Features

2. Training Phases & Steps 

3. Program Value & Involvement

4. What’s Included

5. Cost & Payments

6. Financing Options

7. Transform vs. Foundation vs. Behavior Camp

8. Welfare, Daily Routine & Communication

9. Combined Program Details & Duration

10. Alternative Options & Suggestions

11. Onboarding Process

12. Common Questions & Answers

13. Glossary

14. Additional Resources

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Key Benefits & Features

• Two problems, one plan: Behavior change (reactivity/anxiety/guarding) and advanced obedience in a single, sequenced program.

• More runway = deeper change: Extended timeline (16 weeks), longer boarding (28 nights), and more practice days (24 DayCamp) for durable habits.

• Daily connection: Pupdates every day—photos/videos + a short note in your dog’s “voice,” plus periodic trainer context.

• Owner transfer that sticks: 6+ hours of private coaching, 12 weeks of Pet Parenting Classes, and a 30-day home plan.

• Safety-first setups: Distance, timing, thresholds, and gear conditioned positively (e.g., basket muzzle if needed).

• Clarity for the household: Unified cues/rules and simple routines you can maintain.

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Training Phases & Steps

Dog Training Phases

Stabilize & Assess — safety, engagement, clarity

• Install daily structure (crate/place), reward markers, leash language.

• Map triggers/thresholds; set safe distances; begin calm defaults.

• Goal: lower arousal, increase handler focus, predictable days.

• When this happens: Week 1 of boarding (Days 1–7).

Behavior Change — systematic exposure & alternatives

• Controlled setups for triggers (polite passing, thresholds, resource routines).

• Teach alternatives (watch, place/settle, heel patterns, disengage/Out).

• Goal: replace rehearsed reactions with calmer choices and check-ins.

• When this happens: Weeks 2–3 of boarding (Days 8–21), building on Week 1.

Obedience Expansion — reliability with challenge

• Progress recall, loose-leash/heel, impulse control, stays, and calm greetings.

• Add duration/distance/distraction; generalize across surfaces and spaces.

• Goal: predictable first/second-cue responses in real-world conditions.

• When this happens: Week 3 into early Week 4 of boarding (Days ~18–24).

Generalize & Proof — public manners

• Store/sidewalk reps, doorways, handler swaps, recovery after stress.

• Goal: steady behavior under varied contexts.

• When this happens: Late Week 4 of boarding (Days ~25–28), right before pickup.

Transfer — handoff to the family

• Transition Lesson at pickup; 30-day home plan; scheduled follow-ups.

• When this happens: Pickup at end of Week 4, then Weeks 5–16 implement the home plan.

Owner Training Phases

On-demand learning

• Pet Parent Guide + 8+ hours of videos (start at enrollment).

• When: Weeks 1–2 (during boarding) so you’re ready for hands-on work.

Private lessons (6+ hours total)

• Intro — goals, safety plan, house rules. When: Week 2–3 (during boarding).

• Working demos — see progress; practice leash skills and timing. When: Week 3.

• Transition (longer session) — full handoff at pickup. When: End of Week 4.

• Follow-ups — troubleshoot and advance the plan. When: Weeks 6–10 (and as scheduled).

Group generalization

• 12 weeks of Pet Parenting Classes to build handler timing around dogs/people.

• When: Weeks 4–16 (start right after pickup).

Day practice

• 24 Days of DayCamp for training reps between lessons.

• When: Weeks 5–16 (typically 1–3 days/week until all 24 are used).

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Program Value & Involvement

• Immersive start, supported finish: Longer boarding to reset patterns + robust coaching afterward so you can maintain progress.

• Household clarity: Unified cues/routines, clear safety plans, and simple daily reps.

• Everything included: Training, coaching, practice days, classes, and at-home resources.

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What’s Included

• 28 nights of boarding & training (behavior + advanced obedience)

• 6+ hours of private lessons (multi-session plan through pickup + follow-ups)

• 24 Days of DayCamp for coached practice

• 12 weeks of Pet Parenting Group Classes

• Parent education: Pet Parent Guide + 8+ hrs on-demand videos

• Daily Pupdates: photos/videos + a dog-voiced summary of each day

• 30-day home plan to keep momentum after pickup

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Cost & Payments

• Transform Camp — Standard: 

• Transform Camp — Suites: $3,486

• To reserve (most reservations): $100 nonrefundable deposit

• At check-in (camps/long-term): 50% due

• At pickup: Balance must be $0

• Private Lessons: Single sessions are paid in full at booking (nonrefundable; not financed). If you’d like financing, choose a package of lessons and finance the package.

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Financing Options

• Coaching Financial — compare multiple lenders (prequal without impact; lender-set terms).

• LendingUSA — fixed-term options (often ~36-month plans, on approval).

• PayPal Credit — promos like 0% if paid in 6 months (on approval; terms apply).

Approvals, rates, and terms are set by the lender. Financed services are not refundable. Extras not in the financed amount are due at checkout. Learn more about our  Financing Options, here.

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Transform vs. Foundation vs. Behavior Camp

How we help you choose: We start with PD360 (Partners Dogs 360) to review history, triggers, daily routine, medical context, and goals. Based on PD360, we’ll recommend the right program, outline timeline/inclusions/cost in a written estimate, and map next steps.

See more information on Behavior Camp and Foundation Camp here. 

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Welfare, Daily Routine & Communication

Daily Routine (example)

• Morning: Potty → engagement (watch, name, leash warm-up) → breakfast & settle.

• Mid-day: Behavior setups (polite passing, thresholds, resource routines), place/settle → rest.

• Afternoon: Obedience expansion (recall/heel/stays), public manners, decompression walk → rest.

• Evening: Light practice → dinner → bedtime routine.

Care & Oversight

• We monitor stress, appetite, stool, energy, and sleep; plans adjust to your dog’s pace.

• Calm, clean spaces; crate/quiet time builds the home “off switch.”

• We follow your feeding/medication instructions and coordinate with your vet as appropriate.

• How you’ll stay in the loop: Daily Pupdates, periodic trainer notes, Transition Lesson, and a 30-day home plan.

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Combined Program Details & Duration

• Length: ~16 weeks end-to-end.

• Boarding: 28 nights, focused on behavior change + advanced obedience.

• Day practice: 24 Days of DayCamp for coached reps and recovery between lessons.

• Parent classes: 12 weeks of Pet Parenting Classes to generalize skills around dogs/people.

• Enrichment: Confidence games, scent/puzzle work, structured walks, and recovery periods to keep learning positive.

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Alternative Options & Suggestions

• Behavioral Private Lessons: One-on-one coaching for targeted issues or as a bridge to camp.

• DayCamp: Intensive day training without overnight boarding.

• Virtual Training: Remote support for handler skills and home routines.

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Onboarding Process

1. Schedule PD360 — structured assessment to set goals, safety, and fit.

2. Reserve dates — pay the $100 nonrefundable deposit (most reservations).

3. Prepare — verify vaccinations, complete Parent Portal, pack labeled food/meds, flat/buckle collar, approved non-retractable leash.

4. Check-in — review target triggers, behavior/obedience priorities; 50% due.

5. Training phase (28 nights) — behavior change + obedience expansion; daily Pupdates.

6. Transition & pickup — hands-on lesson; receive 30-day plan; $0 balance required.

7. After camp — 24 DayCamp days + 12 weeks of classes and follow-ups to keep momentum.

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Common Questions & Answers

Is Transform Camp right for my dog?
Choose Transform if you need both behavior change (reactivity/anxiety/guarding) and advanced obedience for public life and home structure. PD360 confirms fit and sets the plan.

How is Transform different from Behavior or Foundation?
Transform blends Behavior Camp’s behavior-first protocols with Foundation’s obedience depth, then adds more time (28 nights) and more practice (24 DayCamp + 12 weeks of classes) for durability.

How will I know my dog is okay and making progress?
You’ll receive daily Pupdates (photos/videos + notes), periodic trainer context, and a live Transition Lesson at pickup. We monitor welfare metrics and adjust plans as needed.

What if my dog needs special safety gear (e.g., muzzle)?
We condition gear (like basket muzzles) positively so it feels predictable. We’ll teach you when and how to use it.

Do I have to pay upfront? Can I finance Transform Camp?
Most reservations use a $100 nonrefundable deposit to hold dates; 50% at check-in; $0 balance at pickup. Financing is available via third-party lenders; financed services are not refundable.

What happens after pickup?
You’ll follow a 30-day home plan, attend Pet Parenting Classes (12 weeks), and use DayCamp days for coached reps. Follow-up lessons troubleshoot and advance skills.

What if progress slips at home?
Normalize, reduce distractions, and use short, successful reps. Tap your DayCamp days, classes, and follow-ups—our team will help you get back on track quickly.

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Glossary

• PD360 Assessment (Partners Dogs 360): Structured intake covering history, triggers, routines, medical context, and goals to place and plan training.

• DayCamp: One-on-one day training environment used post-camp for coached reps and recovery between lessons.

• Pet Parenting Classes: Progressive group classes that build handler timing and generalize skills around dogs/people.

• Pupdates: Daily photo/video updates with a short note in your dog’s “voice,” plus trainer context as needed.

• Place/Settle: Defined station (cot/mat/crate) used to lower arousal and anchor calm.

• Thresholds: Doorways/boundaries where impulse control and safe passing are trained.

• Balanced approach: Reward-forward teaching paired with clear rules and humane tools for clarity and safety.

• Disengage / “Out”: Cue to stop engaging and turn away from a trigger, toy, or space.

• Generalization: Making trained behaviors reliable in new places with distractions.

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Additional Resources

• Guide to Positive Reinforcement: Information on rewards and reinforcement strategies.

• Understanding Training Phases: Detailed explanation of each training phase and its objectives.

• Contact Support for Transform Camp Details: Our support team is available to assist with any questions about enrollment or training progress.

Transform Camp is built for families who need both behavior change and advanced obedience—installed during a focused boarding phase and transferred to you with generous coaching and practice time. With daily communication, clear home plans, DayCamp reps, and group classes, you’ll gain the skills and structure to keep your dog’s calmer choices going at home and in public.