Explorers Dog Training

Explorers Dog Training is a training-focused dog boarding and daycare business in Fairbanks, AK, that combines overnight stays with structured obedience work. Dogs board in a small in-home setting rather than a row of runs, and the day is built around being outside: hiking, sniffing, digging, and the kind of mess most dogs are after. The training side aims at the opposite skill: coming back under control when it's time to be polite in public.

What this kennel works on

• E-collar obedience for off-leash freedom
• Outdoor adventure-based boarding
• Puppy and remedial socialization
• Behavior management for fearful, reactive, and high-energy dogs
• Service and therapy dog public access skills

What makes it different

Only one to three dogs board per day. That cap means the program gets written for the dog in front of the trainer instead of a group schedule, which matters most for dogs who struggle around unfamiliar people or other dogs, since exposure can be introduced at whatever pace the dog can handle. In-town field trips give dogs practice in real settings like sidewalks and pet-friendly shops, which is where most obedience falls apart. Owners working toward service or therapy work can use the same public access skills.

Practical details

Rates run from $100 to $400 per day depending on the program, according to the pricing published on the kennel's website. Custom pricing and payment plans are offered, so it is worth describing your dog and your goals rather than assuming a number from the range. Booking is handled by phone at 907-987-3043. Explorers Dog Training is a member of the Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce.