Care, Board and Train

Dog Training and Boarding

Care, Boarding and Training


Individual training while you are away. Training only what your puppy or dog needs. We will work on calming, barking, chewing, handling, house manners, playing with other dogs, basic obedience, grooming, greeting while out for socialization. Contact Jean for details.

Prerequisites & Eligibility

  • Your dog must be current on Bordetella, DHPP (at least one for puppies), Flu, and Rabies at 16 weeks and older, that have been administered by a veterinarian. We recommend pets receive these vaccines at least 2 weeks prior for full immunity, when possible.
  • Payment due in advance to hold reservation.

Available Dates

To hold the dates for your dog's stay at Summerwind Canines, you must complete your purchase here on the website. Contact Jean for availability. Our calendar fills quickly, so book your dates early!

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations with at least 30 days notice will receive a full refund. Cancellations with 15 days notice will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations with less than 15 days notice are not refundable.

Greater Sacramento Location

Contact us for location information.

Every class includes the following free resources:


  • Training & Behavior Packet

    Informative information packet from your expert dog trainer, Jean N. Gauchat

  • Dr. Ian Dunbar's eBook

    After you Get your Puppy is a priceless eBook for training your puppy, covering chapters like Household Etiquette, Socialization, and Bite Inhibition

  • Top Dog Academy

    Access to the Free Course Collection: Essential behavior & training tips for dog owners and professionals