Study Abroad is Traction Dog Training Club’s intensive board and train program in Austin. Your dog stays in a professional trainer’s personal home, with individualized training goals and coaching for you. Most programs run for three weeks.
Looking for a Texas board and train program and willing to travel? You can discuss an Austin stay even if your address is outside our in-home service area.
Our Austin Study Abroad trainers include KT Tong and Dalton Krisik. Review their biographies, discuss your dog during a consultation, and complete an evaluation to establish the right fit.
Your dog lives in a trainer’s home, with training integrated into daily routines. See our Austin training team and services and client reviews.
The evaluation sets written goals for your dog. These may include everyday obedience, leash manners, recall, advanced obedience, or aggression and behavior concerns. Suitability and program length are determined individually.
You receive progress updates about every three days. Owner visits and graduation coaching help you learn the handling and practice needed at home. For the full schedule, see the Study Abroad program structure.
In-home commute boundaries do not determine whether you can discuss board and train. Owners elsewhere in Texas can coordinate an Austin stay with their trainer.
Before booking, plan the in-person evaluation, drop-off, owner visits, and graduation coaching. Most programs include at least one owner visit per week. If you will be away or traveling from farther away, discuss your schedule first so the trainer can explain appropriate coaching arrangements.
The listed three-week Study Abroad price is $3,990. Your evaluation determines the recommended length and goals. Payment plans and program pricing are available.
For care without an intensive training program, see Austin in-home boarding. For training with your dog remaining at home, explore Tutoring and Homeschool.
