FirstBarkRTN does amazing work. They worked wonders with our fearful pup in and out of our home. They are kind, knowledgeable and perfect for what we needed. The new daycare and boarding facility is amazing. I highly recommend the wonderful team at RTN!
RTN Dog Training and Boarding
Auburn, Alabama
About RTN Dog Training and Boarding
RTN Dog Training and Boarding is Auburn, Opelika and Lee County's trusted choice for professional dog training, overnight boarding, and structured dog daycare. Located minutes from downtown Auburn and Opelika, our 8,000 sq. ft. facility offers board and train programs, basic obedience, advanced obedience, puppy training, behavior modification, day training, and custom training sessions. Our certified trainers are AKC authorized CGC Evaluators, Trick Dog, and Fit Dog instructors using a balanced training approach that gets real results. Overnight dog boarding starts at $45/night in a safe, supervised facility. Structured dog daycare available from $15/half day. Voted Best Dog Training, Doggie Daycare, and Pet Boarding , Opelika-Auburn News
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
Program details
Designed for dogs struggling with aggression, anxiety, reactivity, excessive barking, or other challenging behaviors. Our certified trainers assess the root cause and build a structured plan to create lasting change — for your dog and your whole family.
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
Program details
RTN is an AKC-authorized CGC Evaluator. We prepare your dog for the official Canine Good Citizen test and conduct the evaluation on-site — a recognized standard of good manners and obedience.
- Obedience training
Program details
Basic Obedience starts at $600 for 6 one one one sessions. -Sit -Down -Place -Come (Recall) -Leave It -and General Manners · Listed price: From $600.00
Ready to take your dog's skills further? Advanced obedience builds on the basics with off-leash reliability, distraction training, and real-world precision for a truly well-trained dog. · Listed price: From $600.00
Start your puppy off right. Our puppy program builds a strong foundation of manners, socialization, and basic commands during the critical early development window. · Listed price: From $600.00
- Puppy training
Program details
Start your puppy off right. Our puppy program builds a strong foundation of manners, socialization, and basic commands during the critical early development window. · Listed price: From $600.00
- Recall training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Barking
- Reactivity training
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Your dog lives and trains with our certified team for a minimum of 4 weeks, building real-world obedience in an immersive, structured environment. Ideal for busy families or dogs needing focused behavior work. $800 / Week minimum of 4 Weeks. · Listed price: From $800.00
Your dog lives and trains with our certified team for a minimum of 4 weeks, building real-world obedience in an immersive, structured environment. Ideal for busy families or dogs needing focused behavior work. · Listed price: From $800.00
- Day training
Program details
7 weeks, 14 sessions. We train your dog while you're at work, then coach you on maintaining results at home. All the benefits of professional training built around your schedule. · Listed price: From $800.00
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced obedience
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Program details
One-on-one sessions built entirely around your dog's specific needs and your goals. Whether it's a single behavior issue or ongoing skill building, every session is fully tailored to you. · Listed price: From $125.00
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Dog sports
- Trick training
Program details
AKC Trick Dog titles are a fun way to bond with your dog while building focus and confidence. As authorized AKC instructors we guide your dog from Novice through Elite title levels.
Training approach
- Balanced training
Program details
We use a balanced approach — primarily positive reinforcement with thoughtful corrections when needed. This method delivers lasting results for dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments. · Listed price: From $600.00
- Positive reinforcement
Additional services
- Boarding
Program details
All-inclusive overnight stays in our 8,000 sq. ft. Auburn facility. Your dog is supervised, safe, and comfortable from drop-off to pickup. Add-ons available including baths, nail trims, and enrichment kongs. · Listed price: $45.00
All-inclusive overnight stays in our 8,000 sq. ft. Auburn facility. Add-ons available including baths, nail trims, treadmill time, and enrichment kongs. A second dog from the same household boards for $40/night. · Listed price: From $45.00
- Daycare
Program details
More than just playtime. Our behavior-based daycare keeps dogs engaged, structured, and socialized in a supervised environment. Perfect for high-energy dogs or pups that need extra guidance. · Listed price: From $15.00
7 weeks, 14 sessions. We train your dog during the day while you're at work, then coach you on how to maintain the results at home. All the benefits of professional training, built around your schedule. · Listed price: From $800.00
Behavior-based daycare in a supervised, structured environment. Dogs stay engaged, learn good manners, and burn energy productively. Ideal for high-energy or reactive dogs. From $15 half day, $25 full day. · Listed price: From $15.00
- Grooming
Program details
Keep your pup looking and feeling their best. We offer baths and nail trims as standalone services or as convenient add-ons during any boarding or daycare stay
Consultations
- Free consultation
Program details
Not sure which program is right for your dog? We offer a free evaluation to assess behavior, temperament, and training needs — and recommend the best path forward. No obligation, no pressure.
Other listed services
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- Dog training
Program details
Basic Obedience starts at $600 for 6 one one one sessions. -Sit -Down -Place -Come (Recall) -Leave It -and General Manners · Listed price: From $600.00
- New Dog Integration
Program details
Bringing home a new dog? We help your new pup adjust to your home, family, and existing pets with a structured introduction plan that sets everyone up for long-term success.
- Fit dog
Program details
The AKC Fit Dog program promotes physical fitness and healthy activity. As authorized instructors we design conditioning activities that keep your dog healthy, mobile, and mentally engaged.
- Dog Nail trimming
Program details
Quick, stress-free nail trims to keep your dog comfortable and healthy. Available as a standalone service or as an add-on during any boarding or daycare stay. · Listed price: From $10.00
- Dog Bathing
Program details
A thorough bath and dry to keep your pup clean and fresh. Available as a standalone service or easily added onto any boarding or daycare stay.
- Canine Conditioning
Program details
Structured physical conditioning to build your dog's strength, flexibility, and endurance. Great for working dogs, sport dogs, or any pup you want to keep in peak physical shape.
- Custom Training Sessions
Program details
One-on-one sessions built entirely around your dog's specific needs and your goals. Whether it's a single behavior issue or ongoing skill building, every session is fully tailored to you. · Listed price: From $125.00
- Day Camp
Program details
7 weeks, 14 sessions. We train your dog while you're at work, then coach you on maintaining results at home. All the benefits of professional training built around your schedule. · Listed price: From $800.00
- Dog Behaviors
- Dog Play
- Dog Team
- Fur Baby
- Play Day
- Specific Training
- Stay And Train
Program details
Combines comfortable boarding with daily professional training sessions. Your dog goes home better behaved, more confident, and ready to listen — without you having to rearrange your schedule.
- Training Your Pets
- Ultimate Training
- Working Dog
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Business-stated qualifications
Qualifications stated by the business, not independently verified.
- Training team
- AKC CGC evaluator
Customer reviews
Google listing4.9
56 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Knowledgeable staff 14
- Behavior improvement 6
- Daycare 6
- Friendly people 3
- Kind staff 3
- Socialization 3
All 10 topics
- Day camp 2
- Easy pick up 2
- Happy pup 2
- Husky 2
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With 3 Aussies we needed help and RTN helped us immensely! Highly recommend them for training and boarding needs
I used Jenn and Troy as sitters and trainers when they lived in VA. They were kind, loving and patient with me and my corgis. Jenn also helped rehome one when we decided it was best to do so, she interviewed the new parents for about three hours, checked their home and reference…Read full reviewClose full review
I used Jenn and Troy as sitters and trainers when they lived in VA. They were kind, loving and patient with me and my corgis. Jenn also helped rehome one when we decided it was best to do so, she interviewed the new parents for about three hours, checked their home and references. While they watched my other corgi, she recieved amazing training and attention. Now I don't worry about her running across the busy street or doing something unacceptable such as jumping on people or barking in someone's face. I was heart broken when I had to relocate, then they moved shortly after. My relocation was to a country with very difficult pet import laws, Jenn and Troy offered to house my dog while I did my time overseas. Jenn researched the process and actually gave me so much information, I could do it myself. They truly are blessings to the dog community and I am insanely jealous of anyone who can continue to train with them. Different location, same amazing people.
This is a wonderful place. You will love it. Our BB loves Mrs. Jenn and she will do whatever she ask. Lol
I boarded my dog here for a few days while I went on a family trip to Busch Gardens, and from my dogs behavior she seems WELL taken care of. My dog is a husky/ german shepherd mix so I know she’s very high maintenance. Great people, great family and COLLEGE BUDGET FRIENDLY!!!! So many dog boarding places charge a crazy amount, this place does not!!
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