Boarding & Bootcamp
Whether your dog needs structured care while you’re away or a little extra training tune-up, my home-based boarding and Bootcamp options provide calm, consistent structure every day. Dogs enjoy a peaceful environment with clear routines, enrichment, and gentle guidance to keep their skills sharp and behavior steady.
Located in Nowthen, MN.
Limited Spots Available
I only board a small number of dogs at a time to ensure each one gets individualized care and attention. Availability depends on dates, dog fit, and current boarding capacity.
Boarding Options
Boarding
$65/Night
Structured, calm, home-based care.
Dogs stay in a peaceful, structured home environment where daily walks, enrichment, and downtime are part of the routine. This service is available for clients who want their dog to maintain good habits and consistency while they’re away.
Goal: Keep your dog’s manners, structure, and comfort level consistent throughout their stay.
$130/Night
Shorter-term boarding with daily practice sessions.
A short-term board and train option ideal for dogs who need a tune-up or a head start on training while you’re away. Each day includes structured lessons focused on specific skills your dog needs to improve, along with occasional video updates so you can follow their progress from home.
Goal: Improve specific skills and polish everyday manners while providing the same structured, reliable care as standard boarding.
Bootcamp vs. Board & Train
Both options provide structure, routine and daily training while you dog stays with me. The difference is how much training happens each day and how far we take it.
Additional Information
Drop Off & Pick Up Times
8:00am-10:00am
6:30pm-8:30pm
(Alternate times may be available)Boarding Environment Overview
Home-based, calm, low-stress environment
Spacious, climate-controlled kennels
Secure 6’ fenced yard for safe outdoor time
Guided nature walks across 8 wooded and prairie acres
Social play for dog-friendly dogs; individualized yard time for dogs needing space
What to Bring
Collar/Harness
Leash
Food (ensure you have more than enough)
Medication
Extra toys, bedding, or blankets
Muzzle (if needed)
Boarding & Training Requirements – age, health, and temperament guidelines for all dogs.
Service Agreement – policies on scheduling, cancellations, and liability.
Address
8614 211th Ave NW
Nowthen, MN 55330
Ready to talk about dates or options?
Operation Good Dog LLC is a licensed and insured dog boarding and training business in Nowthen, MN.
FAQ
Basic Boarding
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Dogs follow a calm routine with potty breaks, yard time, rest, enrichment, and nature walks. Plenty of cuddles too!
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Yes. All dogs have access to spacious, climate-controlled kennels for rest and overnight safety.
Certain dogs with a trustworthy history may be able to sleep freely in the house.
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Absolutely—if your dog is social. I never force interactions. Dogs who prefer space get solo yard time and one-on-one attention.
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Food, leash, collar/harness, medication, toys or blankets (no need to go wild). I provide bowls, cots, bedding, toys, bones, etc.
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Yes—Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, and active flea/tick prevention.
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Yes, with clear written instructions.
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Light training (manners) is included, or you can upgrade to Bootcamp or Board & Train.
Board & Bootcamp
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Bootcamp includes 2–3 structured training sessions per day focused on skills you want to sharpen (place, leash manners, recall, calmness, etc.). Boarding is more relaxed, though general manners are still enforced.
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Not usually. Bootcamp is best for tune-ups, minor behavior issues, or obedience polishing. Bigger issues like reactivity or aggression belong in the Board & Train program or Private lessons.
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Yes, as long as it’s appropriate for a short-term program. I’ll recommend priorities after reviewing your goals.
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Yes, you’ll be able to see tactics and progress so you can continue the work when your dog comes home.