That's how our vision is different, 780's the first private, members-only, canine boarding with training facilities for the Alberta Capital Region.
Our pets are members too, so there's no Animal Farm neglect or Planet of the Apes experiments in wire cages for your hairy hero.
DragonHeart Board & Train in Greater Edmonton.
Book $45 all-breeds board & train assessments in Greater Edmonton so your pet dragon can choose their own adventure before they stay.
We know your Night Furry-friend is rare so don't roll the loaded dice with cash-grab send away programs that try to force your star in a box.
- WHERE NOT TO KENNEL AND TRAIN ANY DRAGON - THE VIKING VILLAGE OF BERK. Traditional kennels with an obsolete design that clip dragon wings but play dungeons & dragons at your pet's expense are Bored 'n' Lames.
"This is Berk. It's twelve days north of Hopeless and a few degrees south of Freezing to Death. It's located solidly on the Meridian of Misery..." - WHAT'S NOT OBEDIENCE SCHOOL FOR ANY DRAGON - THE VIKING GOLDEN RULE. Old ways of Vikings with heavy-hands "break" working dragons into riding lessons because quick-fixes are just fast-cash at Gored 'n' Danes.
"That's Stoick the Vast, Chief of the tribe. They say that when he was a baby he popped a dragon's head clean off of its shoulders..." - WHY MOST BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION BOARD & TRAINS ARE CASH-GRABS - THE ALPHA HIVE QUEEN. New-age dragon dictators use sonic homing signals (click bait) to enslave you with fear mongering, never ending sales, a.k.a. Floored & Drained.
"It's like a giant beehive. They're the workers, and that's their queen. It controls them." - WHO'S MAKING DANGEROUS CLAIMS WITH CANINE BOOT CAMP FOR AGGRESSION OR REACTIVITY - DRAGON HUNTERS. So-called dragon gods have no skills in protection dog sports but peddle pills so chemical restraints drug breed characteristics into submission.
"I've hunted every last one, but yours." - WHEN IMMERSIVE DOG TRAINING PROGRAMS COST MORE THAN AN ARM AND A LEG - DRAGON FINANCING. Toothless lost his tail fin and you could dragon traders weaponize your fear of re-homing or euthansia if you dare say no.
"Then see how well you do without me!" - HOW TO BOND & TAME YOUR DRAGON'S HEART FOR RIDING - THE NOT SO HIDDEN WORLD. 780's DragonHeart Stay and Train benefits all breeds with Freestyle Send Away Programs to clear the runway before lift off.
"It's okay. I love you too. And I want you to be free."
780's SIX BENEFITS FOR ALL DRAGON BREEDS:
1. Dog-centric membership
2. Barkitecture & canine enrichment
3. Species & breed-fulfillment
4. Test flights before take off
5. Exclusive rates & free aftercare
6. All-purpose & specialized programs
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Why dragons heart 780 kennels
Not a Cash-Grab Send-Away. A Co-Authored Stay.
That's where our accommodations are state-of-the-art, 780's octagon kennels are the flagship for rural setting drop-off camps near E-town.
Staff are also members, so there's no Captain Ahab's being heavy-handed with your white-whale or “good” witches clicking their heels at your Toto.
That's why our approach is unparalleled, 780's pioneering how to board n train all dragon breeds with multiple, active, assessments and interactive choices we'll make together before they stay.
Since each assessment cost is used as down-payments for membership, we're not flipping 101 Dalmatian puppies to cover our skin.
That's when we decided something new, 780's reforming dog training programs with our 100% money back guarantee for each $45 assessment.
So you can test our dog whispering skills and they can sniff 'round a bit, with no pressure to buy because we're not selling magical beans.
That's what inspired our special pricing, 780's unmatched $75 sleepovers, $52.50 same-day training & $52.50 puppy stay-cations.
Members enjoy 1 free day of board & 1 free lesson per month, also, 1 free follow-up session per B'n'T stay, so there's no poooor unfortunate soooouls here.
That's who books initial assessments & investigate membership, DragonHearts with stake in the game.
To design a Freestyle Send Away Program based on your pet's individual needs, not our bottom line.
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starting Rates
The Best Board and Train Deals in Greater Edmonton.
$45
assessments
$75
sleepovers
$52.50
same-day training
$52.50
puppy stay-cations
Freestyle send away programs
Choose Their Own Adventure Before Lift Off.
780's Freestyle Send Away Programs are hosted by us and co-authored by your family's 6 main choices made together during each assessment so you can plan their complete stay & train experience with free aftercare support.
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Choose the duration of boarding with us
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Choose your favorite style of training
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Choose what tools of the trade we can use
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Choose each type of enrichment they receive
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Choose the frequency of lessons per day
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Choose your free aftercare support
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Your dragon's flight path depends on their age & genetics
How to Board and Train Your Pet Dragon. (House Pets)
Pet Dragons are low-to-mid energy and even temperament house pets.
With uber friendly personalities.
Fully charged social batteries.
Including adults, kids, & animals.
- Their favourite activities are belly rubs, treats, playtime, & napping.
They don't stress about being late for class or taking extra warm-up laps. - Approach your Pet Dragon's stay & train just like they do dragon racing:
Every team is a winner.
Participation badges are cool.
Hey ma! Look at what I can do!
Hey pa! Look how fast I can go!
You're my #1 fan. - Overall, schedule their stays like Meetup Groups.
For burning physical & mental energy.
While celebrating life. - Pet Dragons require only 2 assessments when planning their own adventure.
As they are simpler to provide beginner's obedience & basic enrichment. - Pet Dragons are a great companion for anyone of any age.
Here's 780's stabalizing approach for clearing the runway before lift off:
- Book your first $45 all-breeds assessment For boarding & training with our 100% money-back guarantee.
The initial assessment date includes a 30 minute indirect obedience lesson.
Immediately followed by a 15 minute boarding visit. - Book your second $45 all-breeds assessment For boarding & training with our 100% money-back guarantee.
The 2nd assessment date includes a 30 minute direct obedience lesson.
Immediately followed by a 60 minute - 2 hrs boarding drop-off. - Transition to membership After finalizing the details on pick-up, re-investing the $90 as a down payment.
During both assessments your Pet Dragon is safely introduced to the new environment.
Learns new behaviors by your hand.
And meets our Certified Master Dog Trainer (fluent in Dragonese).
That will continue overseeing the co-authored interactive options.
In the future.
Your Pet Dragon will now enjoy a full boarding & training experience.
On day 1 of the stay & train. - Pre-book as a member Their very own overnight freestyle adventure.
Finalizing the duration of stay with us.
Using your favourite style of training.
Permitting which tools of the trade we can use.
Providing each type of enrichment they'll receive.
Choosing the frequency of lessons per day.
Having decided your free aftercare support.
By the final assessment.
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How to Board and Train Your Working Dragon. (High-Drive Breeds)
Working Dragons are very high-energy bloodlines with sharp temperaments.
Or rescue hybrids from an unknown pedigree.
Or troubled past.
- They can have wild personalities and view all animals as sport.
Often displaying less-than charming dog behaviors.
Bylaw may attempt to deem them dangerous.
Or your fake neighbours often describe them as a nuisance.
They have a strong desire for a detailed job description to satisfy their clever mind. - Approach your Working Dragon's stay & train just like they do dragon racing:
If you're not first, you're last.
Anything goes.
I'm not pushy, you're aggressive.
Why are you reacting to my reactiveness with such reactivity?
Make sure you get my good side.
Don't hate me because I'm beautiful. - Overall, schedule their stays like Spartan Marathons.
For testing brains & brawns.
At an ever increasing level.
Where failure is not an option. - Their dragon racing motto is "If you aren't cheating, you aren't trying."
Such as painting a regular white sheep black instead of finding the real black sheep.
To win the race. - They will MacGyver sheep launchers (catapults).
Against the zebra's (trainers) and sheep (Pet Dragons).
If subjected to Bored & Lames. - Working Dragons do not have an “off” button.
They will never retire, but benefit from “taking a break”.
Instead of operating in red alert 24/7. - Working Dragons require a minimum of 4 assessments when planning their own adventure.
As they are sensitive to anything new & trust must be earned. - They can:
Offend easily.
Have delayed stress responses.
Exhibit complex behavior challenges.
Yawn at repetitive drills.
Succeed with intermediate & advanced obedience.
Thrive with specialized enrichment. - Working Dragons are great at training their trainers and uber-sensitive to your energy.
Viking Trainers that come on too strong with a Working Dragon find out quickly what a Fire-Breathing Five-Headed Hydra can really do.
Here's 780's stabalizing approach for clearing the runway before lift off:
- Book your first $45 all-breeds assessment For boarding & training with our 100% money-back guarantee.
The initial assessment date includes a 30 minute indirect obedience lesson.
Immediately followed by a 15 minute boarding visit. - Book your second $45 all-breeds assessment For boarding & training with our 100% money-back guarantee.
The 2nd assessment date includes a 30 minute direct obedience lesson.
Immediately followed by a 60 minute - 2 hrs boarding drop-off. - Book your third $45 all-breeds assessment For boarding & training with our 100% money-back guarantee.
The 3rd assessment date includes a 30 minute enrichment activity.
Immediately followed by a 1/2 day to full day boarding drop-off. - Book your fourth $45 all-breeds assessment For boarding & training with our 100% money-back guarantee.
The 4th assessment date includes a different enrichment activity.
Immediately followed by another 1/2 day to full day boarding drop-off. - Transition to membership After finalizing the details on pick-up, re-investing the $180 as a down payment.
During all 4 assessments your Working Dragon is slowly introduced to the new workspace.
Has dynamic experiences by your hand.
With us by your side.
And gives permission to our Certified Master Dog Trainer (fluent in Dragonese).
To get ready for a bumpy ride.
With co-authored best practices.
In the future.
Your Working Dragon will now enjoy a full boarding & training experience.
On day 1 of the stay & train.
780's Freestyle Send Away Program is far better than traditional cold-turkey drop-offs.
Whereas these wanna-be Caesar's force their way onto your Working Dragon's saddle.
While un-trainable hours magically get recorded as billable.
At your family's expense.
780's Freestyle Send Away Program respects The Hand-to-Snout Gestures for unlocking Working Dragon trust & loyalty. - Pre-book as a member Their very own overnight freestyle adventure.
Finalizing the duration of stay with us.
Using your favourite style of dragon training.
Permitting which tools of the trade we can use.
Providing each type of enrichment they'll receive.
Choosing the frequency of lessons per day.
Having decided your free aftercare support.
By the final assessment.
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How to Board and Train Your Baby Dragon. (Puppies under 6 months)
Baby Dragons are ages 8 weeks to 6 months.
Whether they are low-to-mid energy or high-drive hydras.
Or hybrid rescues with an unknown pedigree.
- Depending on their exact age in the canine life cycle, they're either in the Socialization Period (22-84 days) or Juvenile Period (12 weeks to 6 months).
- Baby Dragons view puppy stay-cations just like their dragon racing:
An exciting game.
A chance to fly fast.
A way to bond.
And compete alongside their friends. - Overall, schedule their stay like Live-Action Role Playing.
For learning, aerial acrobatics, and teamwork.
With new riding partners!
Rather than forced bootcamp labor. - Baby Dragons require only 1 assessment when planning their own adventure stay-cation.
As they benefit greatly from safe dragon bonding & fun rider bonding.
Learning by association. - You can't over-socialize a Baby Dragon but you can under-socialize.
If you miss important imprinting windows. - The permanent Rider/Dragon bonding has begun.
So they can accept gentle discipline & establish confidence.
When providing safe socialization & fun activities. - Baby Dragons require 24/7 attention and patience.
Here's 780's stabalizing approach for clearing the runway before lift off:
- Book your first $45 all-breeds assessment For puppy boarding & training with our 100% money-back guarantee.
The initial assessment date includes a 30 minute meet & greet with fun learning.
Immediately followed by a 15 minute boarding exploration & nap time. - Transition to membership After finalizing the details on pick-up.
Re-investing the $45 as a down payment.
During the 1st assessment your Baby Dragon is safely introduced to their new school campus.
Meets their new riding coach.
And is ready for the best puppy education co-authored by their family.
Your Baby Dragon will enjoy a full puppy boarding & training experience on the 1st day of school. - Pre-book as a member Their very own freestyle puppy stay-cation.
Finalizing the duration of stay with us.
Using your favourite style of training.
Permitting which tools of the trade we can use.
Providing each type of enrichment they'll receive.
Choosing the frequency of lessons per day.
Having decided your free aftercare support.
During the initial assessment.
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DRAGONHEARTS beware
Dragon Wisdom VS Industry Red Flags.
Bonding & Taming.
- Dog Behavioralists can't change Gronckle genetics
- Dog Psychologists can't balance Thunderdrum temperaments
- Dog trainers can't break-down Purple Death personality
- “Science” can't modify Pouncer perfection
- Vets do not have a pill for that breed characteristic
- Dragons do not think in positives or negatives
- You can't fix what ain't broke
- Any attention is good attention to a Working Dragon
- Have fun and play ball
- Assess the situation not the dragon
- Co-author with pet parents
- Structure down time
- Breed-specific outlets & general activities
- Stay & Train hand-over lessons
- Customize on-going aftercare
Bored and Lame.
- Guaranteed results
- Costly upfront charges
- Mysterious approaches
- Cookie-cutter programs
- Claims to fix your dragon
- Don't distinguish house pets from working bloodlines
- Fear-based marketing
- No introductory process
- Automatically charge for 'training' on day 1
- No experience with dog protection sports
- Keywords targeting behaviours not breed standards
- Dog's dwelling spaces not pictured
- Alone time not defined
- Secret amount of dogs in their care at-a-time
- No business license
Riders Beware Heartless Dragon Racing Programs.
Beware claims for “guaranteed results”.
That come with costly upfront charges.
With mysterious approaches not explained...
And only 3 expensive options.
That'll “fix” what isn't broken.
All before meeting your rare Dragon!
Board & Train Financing options? Yikes!
Why not contact 780 and learn about affordable stays & trains?
Coupled with free on-going aftercare?
With your membership.
Beware of fear mongering that targets your emotions.
With hot keywords such as “board and train for aggressive dogs”.
Or “dog reactivity boarding & training”.
Unless they're experts in dog protection sports - they're not qualified to help.
Especially with dangerous dogs.
Needing "severe dog behavior modification".
780 does use these terms on our legendary creatures dog training page.
To meet new visitors looking for help.
But we explore the genetics behind natural breed characteristics.
Without dwelling on fear.
Red flags may include the words “euthanasia” or “re-homing”.
To scare you into bankruptcy.
Whereas our about us page shares goodwill.
When providing alternatives for the pet community.
Why not teach a guardian breed puppy “to bite” (toys) using fun methods.
So you can command an adult personal protection dog “not to bite”, (non-toys ;)
780 no longer markets specializing in large, aggressive, rescue dogs.
Because we understand most of these cases are just high-drive Working or Guardian breeds.
That need a new job description.
With safe breed-specific oulets.
Also, the best doggy medicine is preventative care.
Such as safe socializing & enriching activities.
Starting as early as possible and with consistency.
As promoted on our jurrasic puppyhood socialization & training classes page.
But never a “crash-course” in new manners.
From a stranger while in a foreign environment!
Our octagon dog boarding with enrichment page details a slow introduction to our staff (Dragon Riders).
And maintaining familiarization at our Dragon Training Academy.
If you don't have a time machine, have no fear.
Now is the best time for all breeds & personalities to meet for an assessment.
And clear the runway before lift off.
If you're not sure where to start, then visit our contact page and share your situation.
Sometimes reading 5 star dog boarding reviews & dog training reviews helps before reaching out.
BOARDING & TRAINING IS NOT AN URBAN PROFESSION, IT'S COUNTRY CRAFT.
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Open All Holidays with drop-off 7-9am & pick-up 4-6pm, Sun-Fri. Closed Saturdays.
Octagon membership is $250/year or $1 for emergency responders, partner rescues, & puppies registered in 780's schooling.
Free board on Saturdays.
Free ½ hr private lesson every month.
Free day of board every month.
Free aftercare session after each B'n'T visit.
Rescue Partners Support
$1 honorary membership for all fosters & adopters
50% off boarding
50% off private lessons
50% off puppy classes for adopters
Free puppy classes for foster pups under 6 months.
First Responders Support
$1 honorary membership
50% off puppy classes
Transition to membership on the same day of your final consult / assessment to use each payment towards your new investment.
All breeds welcome for a panoramic tour of 780 Kennels.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions.
Membership
Do you have to purchase membership to use 780 services?
No, new clients can try a $25 board consult, $25 train consult, or $45 B'n'T assessment with our 100% money back guarantee.
Low-energy house pets can try 2 consults / assessments and high-drive working breeds can try up to 4 consults / assessments before transitioning to membership.
Puppies under 6 months can try 1 consult / assessment before signing-up.
Each consult / assessment can be re-invested into the cost of membership if transitioned on the same day of your last consult / assessment.
Membership is mandatory if you want to meet after the initial consults / assessments since we are Edmonton's first members-only kennel.
All consults & assessments are by appointment only.
Is the cost per dog?
No, membership covers all canines in your household for only $250/ yr.
Or $1 honorary membership for 1st responders, rescue group partners, & puppies currently enrolled in 780's puppy school.
Why get membership?
Because you want a relationship with your local kennel focused on what's best for your innocent animal.
The same canine guests, human visitors, & certified kennel masters help reduce stress for all.
Plus you get 1 free day of board, 1 free lesson per month, guaranteed reservations, & priority training scheduling.
Can we stack freebies in the same visit?
No, the idea is for all of us to meet more often to maintain familiarization and reduce stress, not just save a buck.
Can I save up the monthly freebies?
No, they expire every month if not used.
Can I use a free monthly lesson for B'n'T?
No, the idea is to help folks bond with their unique unicorn, so monthly lessons are 1-on-1 with you present.
But you can use your monthly board freebie, just let us know in the reservation request.
Can I purchase membership online?
No, in-person only.
Can I get membership before a consult / assessment?
No, the membership includes your unique unicorn, so, 1 consult / assessment minimum.
Once I sign up, is membership charged automatically every year?
No, membership expires 365 days after purchase.
How do I get the $1 honorary membership?
Book a consult / assessment online and share that you are a 1st Responder with valid government ID, or Rescue Group partner.
Or that you're planning to register your whelp for 780's puppy school after your initial consult / assessment.
Are there any refunds for anything whatsoever?
No, you're happy with each consult / assessment and made multiple informed decisions before investing in 780.
Booking your consult / assessment
Are consults mandatory?
Yes, we want your family to try at least 1 consult / assessment before transitioning to membership.
What days do you book?
Sunday to Friday, just closed Saturdays.
Yes, we're open all holidays, that's when families need a reliable safe place.
How much are consults / assessments?
$25 per pet, per service, or save $5 and book an assessment for $45.
Do I have to pre-pay before booking?
No, pay after the service if you're happy.
If I'm not happy with my consult / assessment, do I have to pay?
No, If not completely satisfied on the day of your consult / assessment, enjoy our 100% money-back guarantee.
Do I bring my critter?
Yes, we concentrate on man's best-friend.
How do I book my consult?
I tried calling instead, but no one answered.
We don't pick up the phone as we're busy with the dogs on-hand, just like we'll concentrate on your critter when they're here.
What if I'm not ready to book a consult / assessment yet?
What is the difference between sleepovers, same-day training, & puppy stay-cations?
Sleepovers are for overnight, weekend, or longer boarding stays with training / enrichment.
The rate is calculated as $45 board + $30 train = $75 per calendar day.
Same-day training is a single day visit with training / enrichment provided after 7-9am drop-off and before 4-6pm pick-up.
Day trains are calculated as $22.50 per day + $30 per train = $52.50.
Puppy stay-cations are for whelps under 6 months whether visiting for a single day or staying for overnights.
Puppy stay-cation rates are calculated as $22.50 per day + $30 per train = $52.50.
These are starting rates, we can discuss all socialization, enrichment, & training options available during the assessments.
How come 780's Freestyle Board 'n' Train is so much cheaper than everyone else?
Because we've decided to clean up the cash-grab industry by being transparent with pricing per day, per training, per enrichment, to reveal the shady practices taking advantage of innocent animals and families in Greater Edmonton.
Also raising awareness of misleading/ vague offers for the general care each dog will receive in the foreign environment, with a stranger, claiming their ability to wash-away their genetics & learned behaviors.
Specializing in the high-drive working class and dog sport breeds that are often preyed on with terms such as aggression, reactive, or dangerous.
All breeds, behaviors, & personalities are welcome.
We encourage repeat visits for all services rather than one-stop-cure-all's.
In the community
What awards has 780 won?
What accreditations & certifications does 780 hold?
Contact us
How can I get more information not listed here?
Good question, contact us.
Can't I just drive-by demanding a tour or pretending to volunteer?
No, by appointment for private members-only, with security cameras, motion detectors & gated entrances.
But online forums suggest to just pop-by unannounced otherwise they claim you have something to hide.
Do you want your innocent animal boarding & training or enjoying puppy classes being interrupted by random zombies and off-leash flea bags?
Sorry, there's no room at the inn.
