Premier dog board and train program in Putnam Valley, NY, serving NYC, Westchester, and Greenwich. At The DOG, every guest learns through positive reinforcement, structure, and real-world experience on our 130-acre Hudson Highlands campus. Our expert training team focuses on obedience, manners, and confidence for puppies and adult dogs alike. Programs include boarding, follow-up lessons, and lifetime support to ensure lasting results. We also provide exclusive boarding for graduates and door-to-door shuttle service seven days a week. Train, play, and explore in a safe, enriching environment designed to help your dog thrive.
Training & services
Training goals
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy trainingCustomer-reported
How training happens
Board and train
In-home trainingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Adult dogs
Puppies
Training level
Advanced training
Beginner training
Support between sessions
Follow-up support
Training approach
Positive reinforcement
Additional services
Boarding
Daycare
Grooming
Other listed services
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Day Camp
Dog Park
House Manners
Immersive Learning
Personalized Training
Private Tutoring
Train Training
Training Behavioral
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Questions & answers
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Do you offer puppy training at The DOG?
Yes! We offer Puppy Boot Camp specifically designed for puppies ages 8 weeks to 6 months. Our puppy program focuses on early socialization, house training, crate training, bite inhibition, basic obedience commands, and building confidence in new environments. Early training is crucial for preventing future behavior problems and setting your puppy up for lifelong success. Puppies learn through positive, age-appropriate methods on our 130-acre campus with plenty of supervised play and exploration.
What makes The DOG different from other dog training or boarding facilities in New York?
At The DOG, training always comes first. We are not a kennel that offers training as an add-on, we are a dedicated board and train company built around structure, patience, and positive reinforcement. Every dog stays on our 130-acre private campus in Putnam Valley, NY, where they learn obedience, manners, and confidence through real-world experience. Our professional team of trainers works with each dog daily, and every program includes follow-up lessons and lifetime support. We also offer door-to-door shuttle service for clients in NYC, Westchester, and Greenwich, making it easy for busy owners to give their dogs the best possible training experience.
Has anyone used her for aggression and resource guarding cases?
Yes, our team at The DOG has extensive experience working with dogs that display aggression, reactivity, or resource guarding behaviors. These cases are handled carefully through a structured board and train program focused on clear communication, consistency, and positive reinforcement. Each dog is evaluated individually to understand the root of the behavior before training begins. Under the guidance of our experienced trainers, dogs learn to feel more secure, make better choices, and respond calmly to everyday situations. We’ve helped many families successfully manage and improve these behaviors through our comprehensive, supportive approach. If you’d like to learn more, we’re happy to discuss your dog’s specific needs and outline the right plan.
Community answer · The DOG · 2025-11-21
Wonderful people. Very caring. Only good things to say.
5/5We have been using the D.O.G. for six years, ever since we got our dog Enzo as a puppy, and we truly can’t recommend them enough. Enzo completed their three-week training program and since then he has attended weekly day camp and boards with them whenever we travel. He gets so ex…Read full reviewClose full review
We have been using the D.O.G. for six years, ever since we got our dog Enzo as a puppy, and we truly can’t recommend them enough. Enzo completed their three-week training program and since then he has attended weekly day camp and boards with them whenever we travel. He gets so excited every week when it’s time for pickup, which says everything about how much he loves it there. The team has always been incredibly responsive, flexible, and genuinely caring with Enzo. It gives us complete peace of mind knowing he’s in such capable, loving hands.
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Adam Froelich
5/5
My boys (Dobby & Kramer) absolutely LOVE going to The Dog! Whenever I travel to NYC the boys stay there. In fact, they were recently there for 5 weeks while I recovered from back surgery. They didn't want to leave.
I highly recommend them!
Thank you,
Adam
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Amy Hartford
5/5
Our dog, Momo, has been going to The Dog for camp, boarding, and training since he was a puppy. We’ve had nothing but positive experiences with them. The staff is super accommodating of our schedule, and clearly they adore Momo. He runs to the door when he hears the van pull up for “camp.”
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Emily Hamel
5/5We feel so lucky to have found The DOG. We used them for 2 weeks of puppy training and all our boarding needs. We constantly get compliments on how well behaved our dog is years later! She still gets so excited when she sees the doggie minivan come pick her up for boarding. The…Read full reviewClose full review
We feel so lucky to have found The DOG. We used them for 2 weeks of puppy training and all our boarding needs. We constantly get compliments on how well behaved our dog is years later! She still gets so excited when she sees the doggie minivan come pick her up for boarding. The staff is equally as excited to see her and it gives us great peace of mind when we are traveling. A very special place!
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Suzanne Davis
5/5
Tuesday is "camp" day, which is greeted with tail wags and circus jumps when the word "camp" is uttered in our household. The DOG is Davis and Penny 's happy place and we are so lucky to have found it for camp and for boarding. Pickup and drop off is such a huge service too! Thank you DOG. Woof!
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