Leaving your dog shouldn’t mean a stressful, loud boarding facility. At A Canine Understanding, we provide home-style boarding focused on your dog’s safety, comfort, and emotional well-being.

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Every dog receives individualized care, consistent routines, and a peaceful environment so they can relax and feel secure while you’re away.

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Our program is ideal for dogs who are sensitive, easily overwhelmed, or benefit from a calm, structured environment. All dogs are cared for by a licensed and insured trainer and behavioral specialist.

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Why Our Boarding is Different

• Calm, low-noise environment – reduces stress and keeps dogs comfortable

• Home-style daytime care – dogs are free to relax, not confined all day

• Individualized routines – tailored to each dog’s personality and needs

• Supervised social interaction – gentle play with compatible dogs when appropriate

• Comfortable overnight accommodations – temperature-controlled, video-monitored runs

• Comfort items provided – beds, blankets, and toys

• Professional care – overseen by a trainer and behavioral specialist

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boarding Evaluation for Dogs Over 20lbs

Dogs over 20lbs must complete a 4-hour boarding evaluation before their first overnight stay. This ensures they are comfortable with our home-style environment and routines.

Evaluation Fee: $100

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Requirements for Larger Dogs:

• Friendly with people

• No dog aggression

• Comfortably crate trained

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Boarding Rates

Dogs 20lbs and Under

• General Boarding: $55/night

• Special Needs Boarding: $65/night

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Dogs Over 20lbs (Evaluation Required)

• General Boarding: $65/night

• Special Needs Boarding: $75/night

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Special needs may include dogs in heat, not fully potty trained, selective with other dogs, or needing additional care.

 

Is Our Boarding the Right Fit?

Great fit for:

• Dogs overwhelmed by large facilities

• Dogs who benefit from a calm, predictable environment

• Owners seeking attentive, expert care

• Dogs who can relax in a structured, home-like setting

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May not be the best fit for:

• Dogs showing aggression toward people

• Dogs highly reactive toward other dogs

• Dogs unable to rest comfortably in a crate

• Significant-Severe separation anxiety

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If your dog struggles with these issues, we offer board & train programs to help them build confidence, settle, and thrive.

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Boarding Requirements

• Current Rabies, DHPP/DAPP, and Bordetella vaccinations

• Effective flea prevention

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Ready to Book?

Our program is intentionally small, structured, and home-like, so spots fill quickly.

For a calm, home-style boarding experience with expert care, contact us to request availability or schedule a boarding evaluation.