Your Dog’s Adventure Doesn’t End at Graduation
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Graduation is just the beginning. Whether it’s holiday boarding, weekly day camp, or exclusive membership access to Woods End, we’re here to keep your dog active, social, and learning year-round.
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Some campers visit for special occasions, while others make us part of their daily routine. Whatever your schedule, we have a program designed to fit your life and your dog’s next stage of growth.
Offering pickup shuttles for dogs in Westchester & Putnam, NY, plus Greenwich & Fairfield, CT.
Puppy Boot Camp and Board & Train for Dogs Across NY & Southern CT.
Dog Obedience, House Training, and Behavior Modification for Well-Mannered, Confident Dogs.
Dog Training & Boarding in the Hudson Valley
Welcome to The DOG
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Hudson Valley’s Premier Board & Train
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We all want the best for our families, including our pups. That’s why we created The DOG, a 130-acre training and boarding campus in Putnam Valley, NY, serving dogs across NY and CT.
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Here, dogs learn through a proven mix of positive reinforcement, structure, and play. Our certified trainers guide each camper through immersive board and train programs, puppy boot camps, and behavior modification courses designed to build confidence, manners, and lasting obedience.
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As your dog’s skills grow, so do our expectations, helping every graduate thrive at home, in public, and beyond. And when training ends, the fun continues with day camp, sleep away camp, and exclusive alumni adventures at Woods End.
Ready to start your dog’s transformation?​
130 Acres in the Hudson Highlands for Dog Training, Boarding, & Play
Training Camp is a comprehensive education for you and your dog. Located on our 130-acre Hudson Highlands campus, this immersive board and train program combines daily training, structured play, and real-world socialization for lasting results.
Every day at Woods End is a new opportunity to learn and grow. Each camper receives personalized lessons in obedience, house manners, and confidence building, guided by our experienced trainers.
As your dog’s knowledge increases, so do our expectations, ensuring steady progress and real-world reliability.
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This unique dog training camp blends structure and fun so your pup develops the skills, focus, and confidence to thrive at home and beyond.
TRAINING CAMP
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Our signature program
Core Disciplines
- House Training
- House Manners
- Basic Obedience
- Appropriate Play
- Appropriate Greetings
- Leash Walking
Our Training Philosophy: Positive Reinforcement with Structure and Consistency
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We believe the best results come from positive reinforcement dog training: rewarding desired behavior while setting clear, consistent boundaries. Our trainers use praise, play, and occasional treats to motivate dogs to think, learn, and make good choices.
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Just like children, dogs thrive with structure and gentle guidance. By combining encouragement with clear rules, we help every pup grow into a confident, well-mannered, and happy companion, ready to succeed both at home and in the world.
Course Curriculum
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Each camper learns to play politely without biting or jumping, to sit calmly to greet people, to walk nicely on a loose leash, and to settle on command while you go about your day. These skills create a polite, confident dog who’s a joy to live with at home and in public.
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Because every family’s lifestyle is different, our dog training programs are fully customized. Tell us what you’d like your dog to learn, from obedience and leash manners to advanced behavior training, and we’ll tailor the experience to fit your goals.
Applied Learning: Real-World Dog Training and Socialization
Once your dog masters the basics, it’s time to apply those skills in everyday life. Our trainers work with each dog both at Woods End and out in the community: in neighborhoods, shopping centers, parks, and pet stores, to reinforce obedience and focus in real-world settings.
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Dogs practice good manners around adults, children, and other dogs, learning to stay calm and confident no matter where they go. The same consistent rules apply in every situation, and every success is rewarded with praise, play, and positive reinforcement.
Homecoming is where your dog’s real learning begins. After completing our immersive board and train program, your dog returns home with a solid foundation in obedience, manners, and confidence.
Each program includes personalized follow-up lessons so you can continue reinforcing the same structure and positive habits we’ve built together.
Our trainers work directly with you to make sure every command and routine transitions smoothly into your home life. With consistency, communication, and a little practice, your dog becomes the well-behaved, happy family companion you always wanted.
Graduation: Bringing Training Home
Complete Service
We make it easy for busy families. Our dog training and boarding programs include pickup and drop-off service, full-time care, and a refreshing bath before your pup comes home. From transportation to training, every detail is handled with love and professionalism.
Lifetime Support
Enjoy follow-up lessons at home plus unlimited phone, text, and email consultations with our training team. We’re here whenever you need advice or reinforcement, helping your dog stay confident, obedient, and happy for life.
All Packages Include
Be the leader your dog needs. Our private tutoring program provides weekly in-home lessons and ongoing support to help your dog reach their full potential.
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Each private dog training session focuses on the essential building blocks: house training, house manners, and basic obedience. We work directly with you, your family, and your dog to ensure everyone understands the same structure and expectations.
This hands-on approach creates clear communication, stronger relationships, and lasting results.
PRIVATE TUTORING​
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Personalized training in your home
Consistency is the key to success. Practicing every day and maintaining clear rules helps your dog build lasting habits and progress faster between lessons. The more you practice, the more your dog learns, and the stronger your bond becomes.
Private Tutoring is ideal for dogs of all ages, from puppies who need basic obedience and house training to adults who require behavior modification for more complex issues. Our trainers guide you step by step, giving you the confidence and tools to reinforce good behavior at home.
A Hudson Valley Retreat for Dogs to Learn, Grow, and Thrive
Join the Pack
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Exclusive Membership
Training graduates get
exclusive access to
explore Woods End and
everything we have to offer.
DAY CAMP​
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Enrichment and Socialization for Every Dog
Play, learn, and explore all day at Woods End. Our team of professional trainers and camp counselors guides each pup through engaging activities that build confidence, manners, and healthy social skills.
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Transportation is included, so you can enjoy a stress-free schedule. We’ll bring your dog home happy, tired, and ready to relax after a full day of adventure.
SLEEP AWAY CAMP​
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Overnight Boarding and Care in the Hudson Highlands
When your pup needs to stay the night, Woods End offers a safe, comfortable home away from home. Each camper enjoys evening rest after a full day of training, exploration, and play on our 130-acre property.
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Our team provides overnight care, socialization, and supervision in a familiar environment, so your dog feels secure and you can relax knowing they’re in expert hands.
We work hard to make your life easier. Whether your schedule changes or plans come up unexpectedly, we’re in your neighborhood most days, so last-minute requests are never a problem.
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Add a bath, blow dry, or full spa day to your dog’s stay, and your camper will come home clean, relaxed, and happy.
From pickup and drop-off to grooming and care, our team is here to make every experience seamless for you and your pup.
CAMP LIFE​
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Rest, Relax, and Come Home Refreshed
