What-A-Canine Academy

A place for dogs to learn, socialize, and thrive while you're out!

Open
Every Wednesday

Drop-off between 7:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Pick-up between 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

(half days are not available at this time)

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Back to School!

Our Canine Academy is more than just a place for your dog to spend the day - it’s a structured, engaging environment designed to reinforce good behavior, practice learned skills, and help busy pet parents stay consistent with training goals.

What-A-Canine Academy combines the social benefits of daycare with daily training refreshers and behavior upkeep. Whether it’s leash manners, polite greetings, impulse control, or basic obedience, you tell us and our experienced team will help your dog stay sharp while having fun!

Let us help your dog thrive with structure, education and consistency - all while you are at work, running errands or out of town!

A typical day

Our team is experienced in positive reinforcement techniques and can seamlessly integrate foundational training into your dog’s daily routine.

  • Your dog should be fed and have their medications administered before Academy drop off.

  • Please bring dogs in on leash when entering the facility. 

  • All dogs can be dropped off between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Academy.

  • Throughout the day they will be provided water, given their specific lessons, and socialized to What-A-Canine's high standards of training.

  • Dog must be picked up by 6:00 PM on the same day. If any dog is not collected after 6:00 PM, we will have to be placed in a boarding suite at the owners expense. 

  • Academy bookings are non-refundable if not cancelled or rescheduled within 24 hours of booking date. 

Requirements

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all dogs, we require for the following as part of enrollment:

  • Health and Vaccination: All dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations, including rabies, distemper, and Bordetella.

  • Temperament Evaluation: We conduct a short assessment to understand your dog’s personality and make sure they’ll thrive in a group setting.

  • Dogs in Heat: Any dogs in heat will not be eligible for Academy or Group Training.