Our Structured Programs
Our comprehensive three-week Stay & Train program is designed to lay a strong, lasting foundation for your dog’s behaviour and mindset. Using a thoughtful blend of balanced training techniques and positive reinforcement, we create a clear path toward better communication, reliability, and a more enjoyable life together.
Whether you're struggling with behaviour concerns or simply looking to improve your dog’s obedience and engagement, this program offers structured support and proven results.
What We Work On:
Enhancing impulse control and decision-making
Building loose-leash walking skills and calm engagement
Addressing reactivity and aggressive behaviours with thoughtful structure and safety
Increasing focus and responsiveness in real-life situations
Creating clear communication between you and your dog
Our goal is to not only improve your dog’s behaviour but to strengthen the bond you share. Through personalized training, skilled guidance, and continued support, we help you build a confident, connected partnership with your dog that lasts well beyond the program.
Stay & Train
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It is suited for a owner who is dealing with the challenges of owning a dog that has reactive behaviour, obedience issues, impulse control, socialization issues etc, but don’t have the skills or time to get their dogs training foundation started.
Please reach out to us if you are unsure about the best approach with your pup.
** Comfort in a crate is a prerequisite for stay.**
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If your dog has trouble with people coming to your home, seeing dogs out on walks, self regulating, redirecting their frustrations, or following boundaries, these are some of the many dogs who could benefit from a stay and train program.
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The three week stay & train program cost is $3500 CAD + GST.
** Prong collar and a Mini Educator included **
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Drop-Off Time:
Between 7:00 AM – 8:30 AMGo-Home Session:
Duration varies depending on the dog and program. Please plan for 90 minutes to 3 hours.Please Note:
Time flexibility is at the discretion of Penny’s Pals. All drop-offs and go-home sessions will take place at our facility:
334 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC
To ensure we're the right fit for your dog’s needs, all new overnight care clients are required to complete a 36-hour Structured Stay Trial before booking a full stay. This trial allows us to spend a full day and night with your dog, giving them time to adjust to our environment and routines, and allowing us to assess their comfort, behaviour, and overall fit.
This helps set both your dog — and our team — up for success during future stays.
Note: A Structured Stay Trial may also be required for some Stay & Train clients, depending on your dog’s behaviour, needs, or training history.
Structured Stay Trial
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We want every dog that stays with us to feel safe, supported, and as stress-free as possible. Our Structured Stay Trial helps us start building a foundation of trust with your dog before a longer stay — and ensures that we’re the right fit for their unique needs.
This trial gives your pup time to adjust to our environment and routine, while giving us a chance to observe their comfort level, behaviour, and individual preferences. It also allows us to create a more personalized plan for their future stays, so you can feel confident and at ease while you're away.
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Cost: $120 CAD + 5% GST for overnight trial
Alternative Daycare Trial Option
If an overnight trial isn’t the best fit for your schedule or your boarding request dates are coming up quick, we also offer a Structured Daycare Trial as an alternative way to assess your dog’s comfort in our environment.
Cost: $85 CAD + 5% GST
Drop-Off: Between 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Pick-Up: Between 3:30 PM – 4:00 PMThis one-day trial allows us to get to know your dog in a structured daytime setting, evaluate their needs, and determine if they’re a good match for future care at Penny’s Pals.
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Drop-Off Time:
Between 7:00 AM – 8:30 AMPick- up Times:
Between 3:30 PM -6:00 PM
Please Note:
Time flexibility is at the discretion of Penny’s Pals. All drop-offs and pick ups will be at our facility, unless agreed upon.
334 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC
Structured Daycare
Daycare, reimagined.
At Penny’s Pals, our Structured Daycare program is designed for dogs who need more than what typical daycare environments can offer — especially reactive, anxious, or high-drive dogs.
This isn’t a free-for-all playgroup. Instead, our structured days provide calm, purposeful activity and individualized care that helps your dog succeed.
What Your Dog’s Day Might Include:
Small-group pack hikes (based on temperament and recall) - Currently taking a wait list
Small solo walks - limited availability
Crate rotations for structured rest and decompression
Place work and calm engagement activities
Supervised downtime in a calm environment
Add-On Enrichment Activities (Optional):
Enhance your dog’s day with mental and physical enrichment tailored to their needs:
Scent Work – $15
Treadmill Session – $10
K9 Fitness & Conditioning – $15
* Bundle all three enrichment activities for just $35/day! *
Training Session with a team member – $30
(Focus areas include recall, leash manners, reactivity support, impulse control, and more)
Important Notes:
Dogs must be crate trained
Dogs joining group hikes must have a reliable recall
A Structured Daycare Trial may be required before enrolling
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$45 CAD + 5% gst
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🕖 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Daycare Pick-Up:
🕞 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
All drop-offs and pick-ups take place at our facility:
334 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC
Street parking availablePlease Note: Flexibility in times is at the discretion of Penny’s Pals
Structured Stays
We offer a different kind of overnight care for dogs who need more than what typical kennels or facilities provide. At Penny's Pals, we recognize that some dogs thrive with added structure, consistency, and personal attention — which is exactly what our overnight care program is designed to deliver.
Our calm, home-style setting allows us to offer a higher level of care that supports both the physical and emotional well-being of each dog. Whether your pup needs extra exercise, behaviour support, or just a little extra love, you can trust Penny’s Pals to provide an experience tailored to their unique needs.
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Our Structured Overnight Care program is designed for dogs who may not do well in traditional boarding or kennel settings. It’s a great fit for:
Dogs who need a quieter, more structured environment
Dogs currently in training or on a behaviour modification plan
Reactive, anxious, or sensitive dogs
Owners who want to ensure consistency in training and care while they're away
Whether your dog needs extra support, ongoing training, or simply thrives in a more personalized setting, our program offers peace of mind and a higher level of care tailored to their individual needs.
** Comfort in a crate is a prerequisite for stay.**
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If you’ve tried leaving your dog with a friend, family member, pet sitter, or in a traditional daycare or boarding facility — and they struggled to settle, came home stressed, or didn’t seem to thrive — our program may be the perfect fit.
We specialize in providing a calm, structured environment tailored to each dog’s unique needs. If your dog needs more guidance, consistency, or support than typical care options provide, we’re here to help keep them safe, happy, and supported while you’re away.
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Rate: $85 per calendar day + 5% GST
Holiday Fee: Additional $10 per day on long weekends and during Winter BreakPlease Note: All new dogs must complete a Trial before booking overnight care.
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Drop-Off Time:
Between 7:00 AM – 8:30 AMPick- up Times:
Between 3:30 PM -6:00 PM
Please Note:
Time flexibility is at the discretion of Penny’s Pals. All drop-offs and pick ups will be at our facility, unless agreed upon.
334 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC
Finding someone you truly trust with your dog can be challenging — especially when your dog has specific needs, quirks, or training you've worked hard to build. We’ve been there.
As dog owners ourselves, we created Penny’s Pals out of a real need for something better. With three very different dogs (including Penny, who’s selective with dogs and fearful of new people), we quickly realized there weren’t many care options that truly respected individual needs or followed training instructions properly.
That’s why our program is different.
At Penny’s Pals, we provide a safe, structured, and understanding environment where:
Your dog’s training is respected and reinforced
Instructions are followed carefully and consistently
Dogs with reactivity, fear, or special needs are supported
Structure, routine, and calm energy help dogs thrive
Our goal is to maintain your dog’s progress — not undo it — so that when it’s time to head home, the transition is smooth and stress-free for both of you.
No one else on the island offers a program like this — because your dog deserves more than just a place to stay. They deserve care with intention.
What makes our program different?
Don’t take our word for it…
Mochi
“When our dog Mochi started to show her negative behaviour, we tried everything we could think of but things didn’t go as well as we were hoping and as we were starting to think about rehoming her, when one of her trainers (we had two professionals help already) recommended Taylor’s board and training program to us. Taylor was our last resort and she saved our family!..”
Mac
“Since completing Taylor's board and train program, our boy Mac has been noticeably calmer and happier. Taylor has given us the tools and information to be able to understand and communicate with him so much more effectively - it's hard to put into words how amazing it's been to see such a positive change in his energy. Taylor is super knowledgeable and supportive and we are grateful to have her on team Mac because having a reactive dog can feel really isolating. We would absolutely recommend her board and train program to anyone who is struggling with their dog's behaviour. ”
Gypsy
“Hands down the best! Taylor has taken in my reactive girl Gypsy for board and training and I couldn’t be happier with the results! She updated me with videos and pictures throughout Gypsy’s stay, and to be honest, I cried a few times with how well behaved she was being. Taylor treated Gypsy like her own, and now I can take my girl to the beach or for a walk and not have to worry about anything because she listens so well…”
About our space:
We are proud to provide a safe & secure space for all dogs in our home. While we specialize in balanced training we welcome other methods as well, such as positive reinforcement.
Your dog will enjoy leashed walks, yard time/play time, socialization with other dogs if they enjoy that, and if there are no issues with recall, they can join us on our off-leash pack hikes on private property.
Give your furry friend their own vacation! Find us in beautiful Victoria, B.C., where we make the most of the stunning west coast for outdoor training and pack adventures.
