Pet Boarding Training near Hopewell Junction

“Kim has been a pleasure to work with. My dog has responded very well with all of Kim's commands. She truly loves and cares about dogs. She has made me a better dog owner. Kim is very caring, professional and I would highly recommend her.“

“Adopting my puppy was one of the easiest and most heartwarming experiences I’ve ever had. The entire process—from the initial inquiry to bringing my new furry friend home—was smooth, quick, and well-organized.
The staff were incredibly friendly, informative, and genuinely cared about matching each dog with the right home. I appreciated how transparent they were about the puppy’s health, background, and personality. They also provided helpful tips for first-time pet owners.
I expected a long, complicated process, but I was pleasantly surprised. Within 2 days, I was welcoming my happy, healthy pup into my home. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to adopt!“

“We just completed the Beginners Manners Class with Nil. Nil is an incredible trainer - she has so much knowledge, is incredibly patient, and offers great advice. We learned so much in class, and practice at home every day. We see a difference in our Puppy Cosmo. We highly recommend K9 Konnection. Thank you Nil!“

“Megan at Instinct Hudson Valley is truly the best. We hired her for a one-week puppy camp for our small doxiepoo puppy, Winnie, that was so effective and rewarding, we sent Winnie back for a two-week camp soon after. We loved how Winnie was able to become part of Megan’s family during her stay, while also getting consistent, immersive training.

Megan has a great approach to helping puppies develop natural impulse control and good habits using positive reinforcement only. It felt really reassuring to know we wouldn’t have to rely on commands all the time, because our puppy was learning to make better choices on her own. Megan is not only an incredibly knowledgeable trainer, but she also has two calm, well-trained dogs that Winnie could socialize with and learn from. Her kids were also so sweet with Winnie, and it was a bonus to give her early exposure to children.

After both stays, Winnie came home with major, noticeable progress. She’s naturally a very dependent and anxious puppy, and because we didn’t socialize her enough during the winter, we were struggling with early signs of separation anxiety and leash reactivity. Megan helped her build independence, emotional regulation, and confidence. On top of that, she came back with a toolkit of obedience skills, impulse control, much better leash behavior, and the ability to settle herself in situations that used to overwhelm her.

Even more importantly, Winnie came back happy and confident, and she clearly enjoyed the experience. Megan kept us updated throughout with photos, videos, and notes on her progress, and she continued to check in and provide guidance after we brought Winnie home. She really cares, and it shows.

We started out feeling overwhelmed with raising a puppy, but Megan’s support and training gave us the tools and peace of mind we needed to truly enjoy life with our puppy. We’re so grateful for Megan and would do it again in a heartbeat.“

“I’m so happy to have found a trustworthy vet close to my home. We have two cats and a dog that sees Dr Weiss on a regular basis! I trust him more than any other vet around here, it’s nice to see a doctor that really care about the wellness of our animal as well as we do.“

“Amazing experience for our first vet visit. The staff was so kind and attentive with my puppy and immediately made him feel comfortable. They took the time to answer all of my questions without rushing and made the entire visit feel welcoming and stress-free. You can tell they truly care about the animals they treat. Highly recommend.“

“I feel like my concerns were taken seriously and my cats health was a priority. I would recommend PAW to anyone looking for caring and knowledgeable veterinarians.“

“The only place to bring your dog in the Putnam Westchester and Dutchess area. I've even met people there from 4 and 5 hours away if you happen to need a safe, clean and wonderful environment for your dog this is absolutely the place. This place also has the ability to take dogs who are not good with other people or animals. Just super important to be absolutely honest about how your pet is so the owners know how to appropriately deal with it. There is no place else I trust with my four-legged children“

“You couldn't find kinder, more knowledgeable or supportive training for your pet. We have taken 3 of dogs there with excellent success each time. Linda and her staff approach each human/canine pair individually with enjoyment, gentle humor and constant encouragement. They create an atmosphere of camaraderie and safety, and they don't overfill their classes. 5 shining stars!!“