o1
investment: $4,000
Level 1: Puppy foundation (8–10 weeks)
Price: Included with puppy
Early exposure to children, livestock, dogs, and daily life on the farm
Introduced to crate, leash, and potty routines
Desensitized to common household and farm sounds
Includes Individualized Success Plan (ISP) and Puppy Go Home Bag.
Best for: Experienced homes or those who want to guide their own training journey
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o2
Investment: $7,500
Level 2: Starter Trained Puppy
4 Weeks (12–14 weeks old)
Household Manners (age appropriate)
Tasks the puppy will know (age appropriate proficiency):
Sit
Wait (introduced)
Crate/kennel
Their name / or call name
Off / Leave it
Come / Here
Additional Skills:
Puppy Recall
Potty training schedule
Crate conditioning
Handling conditioning (grooming)
Socialization
New environment exposures
Socialization with new people and children
Continued Exposure to livestock
Socialization with other dogs
$7,500 total investment (includes puppy price)
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03
investment: $10,500
Level 3: Life Ready puppy
8 Weeks of Training (16-18 weeks old)
Go-Home Age: Approximately 16-18 weeks old
Tasks the puppy will know (age appropriate proficiency):
Down
Place
Wait (more proficient)
Additional Skills:
Stronger recall
Socialization continues
Car ride conditioning
Farm routine conditioning
Animal exposure
Leash manners
Focus conditioning
$10,500 (includes puppy cost)
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o4
Investment: $13,500
Level 4: Guardian in Training (18–24 weeks)
12 Weeks of Training – Guardian in Training
Go-Home Age: Approximately 20 weeks old
Commands the puppy will know (age appropriate proficiency):
Down
Place (reinforced in multiple environments)
Wait (proficient)
Come / Here (more reliable)
Leave it / Off
Name recognition with distraction
Additional Skills:
Off-leash recall in secure areas
Property boundary awareness (introductory all Estrela's require secure fencing no matter the level of training)
Continued socialization with people, livestock, and new environments
Bark/no bark conditioning (context-based)
Calm crate behavior and strong house manners
Leash walking with focus around mild distractions
Confident exposure to farm routines and public settings
$13,500 (includes puppy price)
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05
Investment: $16,500+
level 5: Estate Guardian (16+ Weeks of Training )
Go-Home Age: Approximately 6–7 months old
Tasks the puppy will know (high proficiency):
Sit
Down
Place (duration in home and on property)
Wait / Stay (duration and distance)
Come / Here (on-leash or long line)
Leave it / Off
Heel / Loose-leash walk
Name with automatic focus
Additional Skills:
On-leash reliability in real-world environments
Advanced house manners and door control
Crate trained for day and overnight
Boundary conditioning on property
Calm and confident in routine public settings (vet, feed store, etc.)
Steady livestock exposure and guardian presence
Calm greetings, child-friendly behavior, and sound desensitization
Personalized training tailored to your home or lifestyle
$16,500–$18,500 (includes puppy cost)
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Many families choose training because —
You don’t just want a puppy. You want a dog you can live with. A protector who’s calm in your home, respectful with your children, steady on your property, and clear about their role.
This is where we come in.
Our training program prepares Estrela Mountain Dog puppies for real life—on the farm, in your home, and at your side. Through structured socialization, early obedience, and intentional exposure, we shape each puppy into a steady, responsive, and trustworthy companion—so you can move forward with confidence, and a dog you can love.
Damari Larose
Casa de Taveras
Imagine bringing home a puppy that already knows how to rest calmly in a crate, walk on a leash, and settle in the house. Instead of the puppy period, you get a confident young dog who’s ready to join your life with ease.
“Exceptional dogs, exceptional program."
The training, care, and quality were outstanding. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience bringing home our 6 month old Estrela.
Morgan Family,
Estate Guardian Estrela
💙 "Our Estrela came home confident, well-mannered, and ready for life. We’re beyond impressed.
are we a good fit?
This is for you if...
You don't have the time
You value early socialization
You want a ready guardian
You want public exposure
A big dog sounds like a big job
LGDs seem intimidating
You'd love to skip the puppy stage
Our Started Estrela Puppies are raised with daily structure, including crate training, leash work, and housebreaking to make the transition into your home as smooth as possible. Each puppy goes through our early obedience and socialization program, gaining experience with new people, animals, and environments. This foundation creates calm, responsive young dogs who are ready to join your life with confidence and purpose.
We provide comprehensive daily care and development, including:
Premium nutrition
Ongoing veterinary care and health monitoring
Regular grooming and nail care
Structured obedience training and socialization
Environmental exposure to children, animals, and public spaces
Weekly photo and video updates for our clients
AKC Star Puppy Certificate
To reserve your puppy and a training spot, we require a $1,500 total deposit:
$500 for the puppy
$1,000 to reserve your place in the training program
At 8 weeks of age, the remaining balance is due:
$3,500 for the puppy
$1,500 for the first month of training
All ongoing training payments are due on the 1st of each month for the length of your selected package. Payment must be completed in full at Puppy Go Home.
Absolutely. While your dog will build a strong relationship with our trainer, Estrelas will adapt to new leadership when structure and trust are in place. We provide clear guidance for the transition home so you can confidently step into your role. Most owners find the bond forms quickly thanks to the dog’s training and stability.
Feel free to reach out with any questions or to reserve a training package for your upcoming Estrela Puppy.
Have Questions? Let's talk about your goals.