Stay n train

An immersive experience that transforms Dogs into happy, confident, and well-behaved companions.

Stay n Train is a structured, immersive program where your dog learns essential life skills, builds confidence, and becomes a calm, well-mannered companion — all while feeling safe, supported, and understood.

Day n Train

Private Training

Stay N Train

Day n Train

Private Training

Stay N Train

Force-Free
Training Tailored
for Every Dog

Meet your
Dog trainer JOE

founder | animal lover

Joe Violante has dedicated over 20 years to compassionate, force-free dog training. Inspired by his first dog, Honey Brown, he discovered the power of positive reinforcement—building trust, confidence, and stronger bonds through rewards, not punishment.

As a CCPDT®-aligned trainer, Joe follows the highest humane standards, avoiding choke chains, prong collars, and e-collars. Instead, he uses clear communication, patience, and proven reward-based methods that prevent fear, stress, and anxiety.

Mentored by certified trainers and behavior specialists, Joe continues to advance his skills, ensuring every session reflects the latest in science-based training. Clients love his natural way with dogs and his genuine commitment to helping families raise happy, well-behaved pets.

At The Bark Stop™, Joe’s passion shows in every cue taught and every wagging tail.

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The Bark Stop Difference

OUR APPROACH

Stay n Train is built around real-life learning, confidence building, and meaningful experiences. Instead of strict drills or confinement, your dog learns through adventure, enrichment, supervised socialization, and positive reinforcement.

With a balance of training, play, rest, and exploration, dogs grow emotionally, socially, and mentally — not just obediently.

They return home more confident, more connected, and more capable in everyday life.

REAL-WORLD TRAINING & ADVENTURE

Learning beyond the training room

Your dog practices skills in real environments — not just indoors. From trail walks and structured neighborhood outings to rollerblading, parks, and lake swims, they learn to stay confident, responsive, and engaged no matter what’s happening around them.

STRUCTURED TRAINING SESSIONS

Intentional practice with positive reinforcement

Throughout the day, your dog participates in focused training sessions tailored to their goals. We reinforce communication, confidence, calm responses, and real-life manners — without pressure, drill-style commands, or outdated techniques.

SOCIALIZATION, PLAY & CONNECTION

Becoming a well-rounded companion

Your dog spends time building safe, positive relationships with other dogs and people. Through supervised play, guided exposure, and meaningful interactions, they grow socially, emotionally, and behaviorally — not just obediently.

REST, REFLECTION & CALM REGULATION

Because balance matters

Between adventures and learning, your dog decompresses with cozy naps, enrichment, and quiet bonding time. This helps prevent overwhelm, supports nervous system regulation, and makes learning feel joyful, safe, and deeply rewarding.

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How It Works

what To expect

We’ve designed a 5-step process to make your dog’s Stay n Train smooth, fun, and stress-free:

1. Phone Consultation

We’ll review your Dog Training Evaluation and answer all your questions.

1. Phone Consultation

We’ll review your Dog Training Evaluation and answer all your questions.

1. Phone Consultation

We’ll review your Dog Training Evaluation and answer all your questions.

1. Phone Consultation

We’ll review your Dog Training Evaluation and answer all your questions.

2. Meet n Greet (Complimentary)

A 1-hour introduction to get familiar with your trainer, environment, and our approach.

2. Meet n Greet (Complimentary)

A 1-hour introduction to get familiar with your trainer, environment, and our approach.

2. Meet n Greet (Complimentary)

A 1-hour introduction to get familiar with your trainer, environment, and our approach.

2. Meet n Greet (Complimentary)

A 1-hour introduction to get familiar with your trainer, environment, and our approach.

3. Sleepover Evaluation ($200 / Free with enrollment)

A 24-hour overnight stay to ensure your dog adjusts comfortably before beginning full training.

3. Sleepover Evaluation ($200 / Free with enrollment)

A 24-hour overnight stay to ensure your dog adjusts comfortably before beginning full training.

3. Sleepover Evaluation ($200 / Free with enrollment)

A 24-hour overnight stay to ensure your dog adjusts comfortably before beginning full training.

3. Sleepover Evaluation ($200 / Free with enrollment)

A 24-hour overnight stay to ensure your dog adjusts comfortably before beginning full training.

4. Reserve Your Spot

Once approved, a 50% deposit secures your program date (non-refundable, transferable for 1 year).

4. Reserve Your Spot

Once approved, a 50% deposit secures your program date (non-refundable, transferable for 1 year).

4. Reserve Your Spot

Once approved, a 50% deposit secures your program date (non-refundable, transferable for 1 year).

4. Reserve Your Spot

Once approved, a 50% deposit secures your program date (non-refundable, transferable for 1 year).

5. Check-In Day

Send vaccination records, pack your dog’s food, bed, toy, and any meds — then relax while we handle the rest.

5. Check-In Day

Send vaccination records, pack your dog’s food, bed, toy, and any meds — then relax while we handle the rest.

5. Check-In Day

Send vaccination records, pack your dog’s food, bed, toy, and any meds — then relax while we handle the rest.

5. Check-In Day

Send vaccination records, pack your dog’s food, bed, toy, and any meds — then relax while we handle the rest.

WHO’S THE IDEAL STAY N TRAINEE?

Puppies & Dogs 16 Weeks or Older

Ready to learn foundational skills or reinforce prior training.

Puppies & Dogs 16 Weeks or Older

Ready to learn foundational skills or reinforce prior training.

Puppies & Dogs 16 Weeks or Older

Ready to learn foundational skills or reinforce prior training.

Puppies & Dogs 16 Weeks or Older

Ready to learn foundational skills or reinforce prior training.

Comfortable Sleeping in a Crate

Best for pups who can sleep independently overnight.

Comfortable Sleeping in a Crate

Best for pups who can sleep independently overnight.

Comfortable Sleeping in a Crate

Best for pups who can sleep independently overnight.

Comfortable Sleeping in a Crate

Best for pups who can sleep independently overnight.

Well-Socialized & Friendly

Dogs who do well with new places, people, and canine company.

Well-Socialized & Friendly

Dogs who do well with new places, people, and canine company.

Well-Socialized & Friendly

Dogs who do well with new places, people, and canine company.

Well-Socialized & Friendly

Dogs who do well with new places, people, and canine company.

Calm, Balanced Temperaments

Perfect for dogs without aggression, separation anxiety, or resource guarding issues.

Calm, Balanced Temperaments

Perfect for dogs without aggression, separation anxiety, or resource guarding issues.

Calm, Balanced Temperaments

Perfect for dogs without aggression, separation anxiety, or resource guarding issues.

Calm, Balanced Temperaments

Perfect for dogs without aggression, separation anxiety, or resource guarding issues.

*Each dog must be fully vaccinated, non-reactive, and comfortable in a structured environment.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THEIR STAY

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Night Texts

Daily Texts

Photos & Videos

Personalized Training

Home Safe & Happy

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Flexible Options

PACKAGES & PRICING

At The Bark Stop™, our Stay n Train programs use Force-Free, Positive Reinforcement to help your dog build real-world confidence, focus, and manners — all while enjoying a safe, structured, home-based environment. Whether you’re looking for a quick jumpstart or a full transformation, we have a program tailored to your dog’s goals.

PRICES STARTS FROM

3-Day Quick Start

$675

3-Day Quick Start

$675

3-Day Quick Start

$675

3-Day Quick Start

$675

A short, focused program designed to reinforce key obedience skills and confidence. Ideal for dogs needing a quick reset or refresher before returning home.

7-Day Positive Foundation

$1,500

7-Day Positive Foundation

$1,500

7-Day Positive Foundation

$1,500

7-Day Positive Foundation

$1,500

A week-long foundation course focused on communication, manners, and confidence through daily structure, enrichment, and positive reinforcement.

14-Day Strong Framework

$2,800

14-Day Strong Framework

$2,800

14-Day Strong Framework

$2,800

14-Day Strong Framework

$2,800

Two weeks of immersive learning focused on building consistency, impulse control, and real-world manners for a smoother life together.

21-Day Total Transformation

$4,000

21-Day Total Transformation

$4,000

21-Day Total Transformation

$4,000

21-Day Total Transformation

$4,000

Our most comprehensive program, designed to fully transform your dog’s focus, behavior, and reliability across every environment.

What Makes Our Packages Worth It:

✅ Affordable progress structure

✅ Convenient flexible scheduling

✅ Personalized training plan

✅ Real-world practice

✅ Long-term success support

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Results & Reviews

Every success story begins with trust, patience, and a wagging tail. See how our clients have transformed their relationships with their dogs through compassionate, force-free training.

Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.

Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.
Joe and The Bark Stop have gone way above my expectations.
" I recently became a father to a cute, sassy puppy, and I was worried I wouldn't be able to train her properly. After interviewing countless trainers, it automatically seemed Joe was a no-brainer after our initial consultation over the phone. He arrived for puppy training, and we clicked instantly on what the DOs and DONTs are for training a puppy. He recommended everything I needed from snacks to training equipment, daily food, and lifestyle changes. My little Myla clicked so well with him! His advice and endless resources for any type of situation have been extremely valuable, and I recommend him to anyone who is looking to get their puppy/doggy trained."
-Alexander W.
We had an incredible experience working with Joe to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Magnolia.
"From the start, Joe demonstrated patience, skill, and a deep understanding of dog behavior. Magnolia came to us with a unique set of challenges, especially around fear and anxiety, and Joe worked diligently to help us build her confidence in a variety of scenarios. Maggie also fell in love with Joe by the end of her program. He really knows how to make your dog feel comfortable while also teaching them all the skills they need. We can’t recommend Joe highly enough—he’s not just a great trainer, but someone who genuinely cares about the dogs he works with."
-Marty L.
Joe was great!
"He was very patient with both me and my dog (turns out half of dog training is owner training). He addressed my concerns about my dogs barking and helped craft a plan to correct her behavior. After we fixed my dogs behavior we had some extra time and we even got to teach her a few tricks! If your looking for a great dog trainer that will assess your dog and come up with a custom plan for your pup Joe is definitely your guy!"
-Daniel
Joe is an incredible and amazing trainer.
I really wanted an expert to help train me and my dog together and this was the perfect fit. He is really patient and explains everything in detail, he is really patient and kind to everybody. My Samoyed puppy is getting better and better with private lessons with Joe. Since training was started i feel more comfortable with Oso in going out in public, commands and even greeting other people in public. Without Bark Stop he would not be this way if we didn’t have our training sessions with Joe highly recommend Bark Stop for dog training. Thank you joe for everything 😃.
-Edgar F.

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