Dense streets, shared fences and a busy boulevard.
- County
- El Paso County
- From Colorado Springs
- 7 mi southeast
- Main roads
- Fontaine Boulevard and Widefield Boulevard
- Where dogs walk
- the sidewalks along Fontaine and Widefield boulevards
Fontaine Boulevard divides Security from Widefield, and nearly everyone here lives in an urban setting of homes close together. A dog behind a fence sees a neighbor's dog every day, and the barking, lunging and fence-running habits that result are among the most common reasons owners look into a stay. Ask any trainer how they handle fence reactivity, what you should do when it happens at home and whether the plan includes work at your actual fence line.
The sidewalks along Fontaine and Widefield boulevards are good for quiet leash practice, ideally at off-peak times. Altitude is under 6,000 feet, a bit lower than the city, but the climate is still dry and sunny, so water and shade matter. Ask a trainer how outdoor work is scheduled on hot afternoons, and check pavement with your hand before a walk. Choose a route with minimal traffic noise for early outings.
Security-Widefield and Fountain make up the Fountain Valley, so options may lie in more than one direction. Take your time to compare: ask where the dog sleeps, how many dogs are in the program, what the daily schedule is and how you will get updates. Ask what is in writing, including the price. A trainer who is open and unhurried is a better sign than a flashy promise.
General estimates only. Prices vary by trainer, dog and market.
Board and Train$1,500 to $2,500+ for 2 to 3 weeks→In-Home Training$100 to $200 per lesson→Private Lessons$75 to $150 per lesson→Before you book. Three steps.
- List the habits you want to change and write down how you will tell if they improve.
- Ask trainers how they teach, where the dog stays and whether they can meet you in Security-Widefield for handoff.
- Pick a practice spot, such as the sidewalks along Fontaine and Widefield boulevards, and plan short, steady sessions for when your dog comes home.
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Good questions
Before you begin.
Can a stay fix fence barking?
Maybe, but only with steady work at home too. Ask how a trainer handles it and what practice you will do at your fence.
What routes are good for early leash practice?
Quiet residential streets and sidewalks at off-peak times. Add busier spots only as your dog stays relaxed.
How do I compare programs nearby?
Compare the schedule, who handles your dog, how many dogs are in the program, updates and what handoff lessons are included.
What does a stay cost near Security-Widefield?
General estimates are about $1,500 to $2,500 or more for two to three weeks. Prices vary by trainer.