Dog Boarding at On Command

Board your dog with Northern Nevada's number one Dog Trainer.
On Command has a clean facility with large kennels that will make your dog feel more at home.
Dogs at On Command get one-on-one attention, go on walks, and can enjoy On Command's other services.

Getting Started

If you are a first-time customer, you'll need to fill out our online enrollment form.

We then require proof of vaccines that are up to date from a licensed veterinarian.
Required Vaccines:

• Rabies
• Distemper/Parvo
• Bordetella (Kennel Cough)

We require a deposit to confirm your dog(s) reservation. The deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable if you cancel or change your dates.

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Dog Boarding Rates

$55/night for one dog
$30/night for each additional dog
(2nd, 3rd, and 4th dog sharing a  suite)

Check In & Check Out Times

Similar to human hotels, we have strict times for checking in and checking out your dog(s). These time frames are in place to ensure we have adequate time to prepare and sanitize each room for every dog's well-being.

Must check in between these times:

• Monday - Friday          11:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Saturday - Sunday      11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Must check out between these times:

• Monday - Friday           6:30 am - 11:00 am
• Saturday                            8:00 am - 11:00 am
• Sunday                              10:00 am - 11:00 am

If you must check in early or check out late, please inform us so we can plan accordingly to ensure smooth transitions of all dogs checking in and checking out.

There is a $25 fee for checking in early or checking out late.

Medications, Supplements, and Vitamins

There is a ​daily $5 administration fee for medications, supplements, and vitamins.

Medications, supplements, and vitamins must be in original packaging.

We do NOT accept liquid or injectable medications or supplements.

What to Bring

• Your dog's food, dry or wet
• 1-2 Types of treats
• 1-2 Blankets
• 1-3 Toys
• Medication/ Supplements/ Vitamins
• Slow feeder bowls if needed

We always recommend that you bring your own food to keep your dog on their specific diet to avoid upset stomachs. We will provide our standard kennel food for $2.50 per meal if alternative food is not provided at check-in.

We do our best not to misplace your items, but we ask you not to bring anthing that has sentimental or monetary value as losing items can happen.

​Check out our FAQs below for more details about boarding your dog!

Boot Camp: Train & Board

On Command offers a variety of Boot Camp training programs; train while you board! This is one of the fastest and most economical ways to get your dog trained! To ensure your dog's new-found knowledge is in place, we allow Boot Camp students to attend up to two group training sessions, depending on availability. Cost of Boot Camp includes boarding. Must bring own food.

Boot Camp Boarding

Dog Boarding FAQ

What can I bring for my dog(s) while boarding?

What we accept:

• Your dog’s food, dry or wet 
• Treats (Keep in original packaging)
• 1-2 Blankets
• 1-3 toys 
• Medication/ Supplements/ Vitamins (Read our Medication Rules)
• Slow feeder bowls if needed (We do provide regular bowls/buckets)

What we do NOT accept:

• Raw food
• Beds (Cots provided)
• Crates
• Glass containers
• Liquid medication/supplements/injections
• Heated blankets
• Electrical items
• Leashes/ collars
• Bowls/ Buckets
• Measuring cups (We use our own measuring cups)

We do our best not to misplace belongings, but we ask you not to bring anything that has sentimental or monetary value as losing items can happen. 

What does my dog’s day look like while boarding?

Starting at about 5:30am your dogs will get walked about every 2-3 hours during the day and they have their last walk around 9:30pm. We walk all dogs on leash in our back yard surrounded by fencing. We can feed 3 times a day if needed starting at around 6am and the last meal around 7pm. 

If your dog has passed the daycare evaluation, then they will be able to participate in our daycare group during the day if capacity limits have not been reached, at no extra cost! For more information on daycare click here.

​Bedtime is after all walks have been completed and we turn the lights off to help all the dogs sleep and it gets quiet at night. We are staffed 24/7 so there is always someone at the facility watching over everybody.

Will my dog(s) be able to play in daycare while boarding?

• We require all dogs to go through our daycare evaluation process BEFORE they can play in our daycare group.
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• If your dog passes the daycare evaluation, then they will be able to play in daycare while boarding if capacity limits have not been maxed out. 
  
  
• The daycare evaluation must be scheduled by a trainer. Due to daycare capacity limits and high volume of evaluation appointments we are about 3 - 4 weeks booked out, please plan in advance! Click here for more information on daycare.

Are there additional services I can add while my dog is boarding?

•  Bootcamp (board and train)

We offer a variety of bootcamp training programs; Train while they board! This is one of the fastest and most economical ways to get your dog trained. The cost of the Boot camp includes boarding. Click here to look at our bootcamp options! Must speak and schedule with a trainer to enroll. 

• Training refresher 

All dogs that have completed a training course through On Command qualify for a $25 refresher training during their boarding stay. When you drop off your dog, just let us know you would like us to give your dog a refresher course!

• Grooming services

Want to make sure your dog is nice and clean after their fun filled days of boarding?  We can provide grooming services while your dog is boarding with us! We offer a variety of grooming services that you can add on! Click here to see what we offer and give us a call so you can speak with the groomer to get them scheduled in! 

How should I prepare my dog'S meals?

We recommend that you bring your own dog food to keep them on their normal diet to avoid upset stomachs. But if needed we can provide them with “Kennel Food” for $2.50 per meal. 

When preparing your dog’s food please make sure to bring enough for their whole stay. We also recommend bringing extra food in case of delays or if your dog starts burning more calories.

The front desk will ask you what your feeding instructions are at drop off and have them written down in our system. We do use our own measuring cups for meals so please have the measurements ready to tell us.

Dry food: We recommend that you bring your dog’s whole bag/container of dry food, but you are more than welcome to premeasure your dog’s food into Ziplocs per meal. 

Wet Food: We do have a couple fridges/freezers throughout the facility so wet food is anything that needs to stay cold. Bring wet food either in a can, Ziploc or plastic container. We do not accept glass containers. We do not accept raw meats.

Treats: You’re more than welcome to bring 1-3 treats and we will provide these during meals. We ask that you bring treats in their original packaging.

Do you accept medication, supplements, or vitamins?

Yes! But we do not accept liquids or injections.

 There is a $5 daily administration fee for medication, supplements and Vitamins.

These must stay in their original packaging/bottles. Do NOT place any of these in your dog’s food. If we notice any of these in your dog’s food, they will be removed. 

We must know what is being given to your dog, so we are prepared for any medical emergencies. We take this very seriously and have a system in place to ensure these are given to your dog properly while in our care.

I have more than one dog, can they stay together?

Yes! We have rooms of varying sizes to accommodate all families. Our typical standard room is 5 X 6. But we have larger rooms starting at 9x9 up to 5x11. The overnight price only changes depending on how many dogs are in one room. The price does NOT change based on the room’s dimensions.

Can I tour the Facility?

Yes! You are more than welcome to tour our facility and talk to the staff in person. We always want to make you feel welcome and build a relationship with each client and their furry family members. We have windows that we can show you the facility through, but we cannot allow you all the way in the facility due to insurance restrictions and the safety of everyone and their dogs. 

What Can I Expect during the boarding check-in process?

The check-in process should take about 10 minutes of your time. When dropping off your dogs please bring them in on a collar and leash. You can then bring in your belongings and we will go over your feeding and medication instructions. 
Please let us know of any allergies, injuries, new behaviors or any medical conditions. Also, double check that we have your correct phone numbers and a reliable emergency contact.

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