Your Questions, Answered

  • No. Board & Train gives your dog a strong foundation, but long-term results come from owner follow-through, structure, and consistency at home.

  • Yes, your dog will absolutely remember you and be thrilled to see you.

  • Yes. Owner education is a major part of the program. You will learn how to communicate with your dog, hold boundaries, and continue building better habits. We also offer a graduate program after your dog’s program that is focused on providing education to you** the owner to help you learn what you need to due to ensure your dog’s progress for a lifetime.

  • Apply for a phone consultation first. We will talk through your dog’s behavior, your goals, and what program would be the best fit.

  • Tail Swaggers serves dog owners in the Fort Worth, Texas area through boutique, in-home Board & Train programs.

  • Group classes often teach basic skills in a shared environment. Our programs provide immersive training, daily structure, real-world proofing, professional home-based care, and owner coaching designed for lasting lifestyle change.

  • In our home. We converted our garage into a room that has all the essentials they will need to feel comfortable at right at home.

  • Programs typically run between two to five weeks depending on your dog's goals.

  • Bring enough food for the entire stay, any medications, and a secure collar with tag.

  • We use balanced, reward-based techniques tailored to your dog's unique personality and learning style.

  • Yes, we proof behaviors around other dogs, people, and real-world outdoor environments.

  • Dogs must be up-to-date on Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella vaccines before arrival.


  • We send text or email updates with photos and videos Monday-Friday via Instagram.

  • Yes, we offer a half way session so you can get hands on experience with your dog’s new skills.

  • No, because dogs are living animals whose behavior depends entirely on your consistency at home.

  • We provide follow-up lessons and phone support to ensure a smooth transition back home. We also offer a graduate program that focuses solely on teaching you the owner how to maintain your dogs skills.

  • It is a training tool that uses low-level electronic stimulation to get your dog's attention.

  • No, modern e-collars use a mild muscle stimulation similar to a TENS unit.

  • Dogs must be at least six months old and know basic commands first.

  • They provide clear communication and ensure reliable, off-leash obedience in high-distraction environments.

  • No, it is eventually phased out once your dog reliably responds to verbal cues.

  • Yes, a mandatory hands-on session ensures you are fully confident operating the equipment.

  • Yes, we provide a high-quality, professional e-collar system that you take home.