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Typical $1,500 to $2,500+ for a 2 to 3 week stay

How to Vet a Board and Train Stay in Miami, FL

Leaving your dog with a trainer takes trust, so ask to see things and get answers in writing. General estimates around Miami run about $1,500 to $2,500 or more for two to three weeks. Judge the program by transparency and handoff, not just the price.

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Board and Train Vetting
Typical range$1,500 to $2,500+for a 2 to 3 week stayGeneral estimates only. Each trainer sets their own prices, and they vary by dog and market.

Ask to see or hear about

  • Where dogs sleep, rest and relieve themselves, and who is present overnight.
  • How many dogs are in the program at once.
  • A sample daily schedule that includes breaks and play.
  • The methods and equipment used, described plainly.
  • How updates arrive and what the handoff lessons include.

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Good questions

Before you begin.

Can I visit the facility first?

A confident trainer will usually say yes, or offer a video tour, though practices differ.

What if my dog gets sick during the stay?

Ask how they handle illness, which veterinarian they use and how soon you will hear.

How does a storm change the plan?

Ask for the hurricane policy before you pay a deposit.

What is a fair deposit?

Ask what it covers and when it is refundable. Get it in writing.

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