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Transform Camp · Most Intensive
The 28-Night Aggressive Dog Board and Train for Severe Cases
For the cases most trainers refuse
You have been told your dog is hopeless, or you are terrified of the next incident. Before you give up, let us assess honestly what is possible, this is the most intensive program we offer, built for the dogs no one else will take.
What is Transform Camp and which dogs is it for?
Transform Camp is Partners Dogs' most intensive 28-night board-and-train, built for the severe cases other trainers refuse, multi-bite histories, bites toward family members, and outward, non-reactive aggression. Almost no other boarding facility will accept a dog with aggression either, so Partners runs High-Risk Boarding alongside Transform Camp. A single reactive bite or a moderate case routes to Behavior Camp instead; Transform Camp is for dogs whose behavior has become dangerous. Every enrollment begins with a required PD360 assessment, because not every dog needs Transform Camp, and we will tell you the realistic prognosis: some dogs are transformed, others significantly improved with lifelong management, and a few have limits training cannot move. Drawing on 28 years and 70,000+ dogs trained, the program pairs intensive daily rehabilitation with 7 hours of private lessons, 12 Pet Parenting group classes, and a management plan you can hold long-term.
Family-owned since 1997. 70,000+ dogs trained. 4.8 stars across 2,000+ reviews. Two Arizona campuses, Scottsdale and Cave Creek.
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FOR THE HARDEST CASES
Other Trainers Gave Up. We Will Not.
You have heard the words no owner wants to hear: this dog is too much, we cannot help you, you should consider other options. Transform Camp is for the severe cases other trainers turned away: multi-bite histories, family-directed aggression, aggression the dog starts, and severe fear and reactivity. Over four weeks of intensive, live-in work, our most experienced trainers build the safety and structure that gives your family a real path forward.
START HERE
Every Transform Camp Begins With PD360
Transform Camp begins with a PD360 assessment, no exceptions. Aggression and fear demand a plan built on a careful read of your dog. A dog showing aggression or fear can still enroll; that is exactly what this program is for. Your $199 PD360 payment becomes store credit if you book your recommended camp or sign up for a membership on the day of your assessment.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Everything Transform Camp Includes
- 28 nights of all-day immersive training The length is what serious aggression and fear require.
- A required PD360 assessment and custom plan Scoped to triggers, history, and risk, safety first.
- Private family lessons plus an in-home follow-up Coaching where the behavior happens.
- 24 DayCamp reinforcement days Extended follow-up so the new patterns hold.
- 12 Pet Parenting group classes Supervised practice around dogs and people.
- A video demo, two working demos, and a transition lesson See the change and learn to manage it safely.
- Free access to the online Pet Parent Guide Everything we teach, in one place.
WATCH
Inside Transform Camp
What you will see in this 4-minute look inside the program:
- Senior trainers working the cases other schools turned away
- The safety-first structure behind every session
- What a realistic path forward looks like for a hard dog
Four weeks of our most intensive work, shown honestly. No miracle promises, just the method and the management that make homes safer.
WHAT WE BUILD
A Safer Dog and a Plan You Can Hold
Transform Camp is not about a quick fix, because there is not one for these cases. It is about building reliable management and a safer dog, then handing you the skills and the confidence to keep your family and your dog safe for the long term.
SEE FOR YOURSELF
Step Inside Both Campuses
Take a walk through the same training floors and boarding suites your dog will live in while they are with us. Transform Camp runs at both Arizona campuses: Scottsdale at 8642 E Shea Blvd in the Pima Crossings Center, and Cave Creek at 4640 E Forest Pleasant Pl.
Our Scottsdale campus on Shea, and our Cave Creek desert campus.
WHY PARTNERS
Built for the Cases No One Else Will Take
28 years and 70,000+ dogs. Family-owned since 1997, with a combined century of experience. We take the cases most schools turn away.
Senior trainers on the hardest dogs. Aggression and severe fear are handled by our most experienced team, with safety protocols throughout.
Honest about fit and risk. PD360 gives you a straight answer about what is possible before you commit to the program.
Management is a long-term commitment. We are upfront that these cases need ongoing structure, and we build your ability to provide it.
Serious Cases, Senior Hands
Multi-bite histories and outward aggression are handled by our most experienced trainers, with a plan built around each dog.
HOW IT WORKS
How Transform Camp Works
Assessment and check-in. PD360 maps the aggression, triggers, and history; check-in confirms vaccinations and sets realistic goals.
Intensive daily training. Over 28 nights your dog works daily with senior trainers, with two working demos so you learn to read and handle your dog.
Transition, including in your home. Beyond the campus transition lesson, an in-home follow-up makes the plan work where it matters.
THE OUTCOME
What Becomes Possible After Transform Camp
- A safer home Clear structure and management that lowers the risk and the daily stress, built on rock-solid place and crate foundations.From the curriculumPlaceCrate
- Triggers under control You learn to anticipate the moments that used to escalate and steer your dog through them.From the curriculumDesensitizationThresholds
- A path forward Instead of out of options, you have a plan, the skills, an in-home follow-up, and 24 DayCamp days on the grade-level curriculum to reinforce it all.From the curriculumReset
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WHAT IT COSTS
How Much Does Transform Camp Cost?
Transform Camp covers the required PD360 plan, four weeks of senior-trainer work, and the extended follow-up (including an in-home visit) that keeps your family safe long after pickup. Our most intensive program is one transparent price: $8,929.
Transform Camp
About $17.80 an hour of our most intensive training
$8,929
Build the management, safety, and confidence to hold your family and your dog together for the long term.
- PD360 assessment and custom plan, included: your PD360 payment becomes store credit if you book your recommended camp or sign up for a membership on the day of your assessment
- 28 nights of our most intensive live-in training, a $6,020 piece on its own
- Senior trainers and safety-first daily sessions on your dog's specific triggers
- 24 DayCamp follow-up days, a $2,249 value, so new patterns hold under real pressure
- 12 Pet Parenting group classes, a $660 value
- Private family lessons plus an in-home follow-up, a video demo, and two working demos
Where every dollar goes
| Before camp: PD360 assessment + custom plan | included |
|---|---|
| During camp: 28 nights training + luxury suite | $6,020 |
| During camp: demos + transition lesson + in-home follow-up | included |
| After camp: 24 DayCamp follow-up days | $2,249 |
| After camp: 12 Pet Parenting classes | $660 |
| Built-in savings vs buying separately | $4,886 |
| Your investment | $8,929 |
Reserving is simple: a $100 deposit holds your spot, 50% is due at check-in, and the balance is paid at pickup. Every Transform Camp starts with a PD360 assessment. Your $199 PD360 payment becomes store credit if you book your recommended camp or sign up for a membership on the day of your assessment.
What the Transform Camp price includes
Your price shares above follow your invoice; the values below are what each piece costs if bought separately.
| Part of the program | In your price | Full value if bought separately |
|---|---|---|
| PD360 check-in lesson and assessment | Included | $199 |
| 28 camp nights | $6,020 | $8,932 |
| Video demo lesson | Included | $89 |
| 2 working demo lessons | Included | $358 |
| Transition lesson | Included | $269 |
| In-home follow-up lesson | Included | $279 |
| 24 DayCamp follow-up days | $2,249 | $2,760 |
| 12 Pet Parenting group classes | $660 | $780 |
| Online Pet Parent Guide | Included | $149 |
| Your investment | $8,929 | |
| Total value if bought separately | $13,815 | |
| Built-in savings vs buying separately | $4,886 | |
| Plus member price | $5,472 | |
| Premium member price | $5,016 | |
| Platinum member price | $4,630 |
OUR COMMITMENT
Our Commitment to You and Your Dog
Safety first, always. Senior-trainer handling, strict protocols, vaccinations verified, and pet CPR trained staff.
You stay in the loop. Working demos and progress updates so you understand the plan and your role in it.
Watched over around the clock. Low staff-to-dog ratios, overnight on-site staff in Scottsdale, and an owner living on the Cave Creek property.
We do not stop at pickup. The in-home follow-up and follow-up school are built in because management is a long-term commitment, and you are not in it alone.
AFTER CAMP ENDS
The Support Does Not Stop at Pickup
- An in-home follow-up visit A trainer comes to the place the behavior actually happens and helps you run the management plan on your own floors, doorways, and walks.
- Follow-up school days Your dog keeps rehearsing the new responses in our DayCamp program after camp ends, so the calm holds instead of fading. Add a membership and those follow-up days are already included.
- A long-term management plan Severe cases need ongoing structure. You leave with a clear plan for triggers, routines, and the daily habits that keep your home safe.
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Which Program Fits Your Dog?
Five quick questions, two minutes, no commitment. You get the program plan built for your dog.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Transform Camp cost?
Transform Camp with a private luxury suite is $8,929. The live-in stay makes up about $215 a night of that, and the one price covers 28 nights of live-in training, 6 private lessons including an in-home follow-up, 12 Pet Parenting group classes, and 24 DayCamp follow-up days. A $100 deposit holds your spot, 50% is due at check-in, and the balance is paid at pickup. Membership pricing lowers the cost, and financing is available.
Is Transform Camp only for aggressive dogs?
It is built for the most severe cases, multi-bite histories, bites toward family members, and outward, non-reactive aggression. Single reactive bites and moderate behavior issues are better served by Behavior Camp, and your PD360 assessment confirms which level your dog actually needs.
What happens if my dog doesn't improve, and is there a guarantee?
We never promise a cure. We give the realistic prognosis at PD360, some dogs are transformed, others significantly improved with lifelong management, and a few have limits training cannot move.
How is Transform Camp different from Aggression Rehabilitation?
Both serve severe cases. Transform Camp is the 28-night camp format with a set inclusion package; Aggression Rehabilitation is the specialty for the most serious aggression cases, with an extended, case-specific timeline and lifetime handler support. PD360 determines which path fits.
Can an aggressive dog be safely boarded with other dogs around?
Yes, because we build the whole stay around safety. Aggression and severe fear cases are handled by our most experienced trainers, with safety protocols throughout and controlled, one-at-a-time exposure rather than open group play. The PD360 assessment maps the triggers and risk first, and the plan is designed so your dog is never put in a situation the team cannot manage.
Will you handle my dog's medication during the stay?
Yes. Send medications and supplements in their original containers with written instructions, including any behavior or anxiety meds and when to give them. Our senior staff administer medication on schedule and follow your directions exactly. We are not a veterinary clinic, so we work within scope and contact you if anything changes.
Will I get updates while my dog is in the program?
Yes. You receive progress updates along with demo sessions, including two working demos, so you understand the plan, see the change under controlled conditions, and learn your role in keeping your dog and family safe. Because these cases need long-term management, the transition does not stop at pickup: an in-home follow-up brings the work to where the behavior actually happens.