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  Mystic, CT
  (860) 572-7755

  Niantic, CT
  (860) 691-0078

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We will be CLOSED for Daycare and all Classes Monday May 28th - Memorial Day

 

All weekend classes will be held as scheduled, except Mystic Sunday Basic Manners is cancelled

 

No classes NIANTIC only Wednesday May 30th

 

Our Dog's For Your Dog's

Memorial Fundraiser in the name of Java & Ramses - to benefit 3 local dogs in need of life saving medical aid.

Click here for more information, to attend the fundraiser

or to make a donation.

 

My Dog's Place is located in Southeastern Connecticut, with facilities in Mystic and Niantic. We offer daycare, training classes, and activities for dogs of all ages and levels (and their humans!). We also provide private,  In-Home training and consultations for all types of behavioral issues. 

We are the only fully licensed and insured facility in Southeastern Connecticut that teaches through ALL positive reinforcement methods and leadership training. This type of training fosters a relationship of understanding and trust. We will help you become your dogs confident trustworthy leader, therefore giving you a lifetime of mutual enjoyment. Unlike traditional training methods, we do not use, recommend or allow the use of choke collars, pinch collars, shock collars or physical corrections in our facility.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to e-mail us at amydogsplace@aol.com.

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Training

We offer all levels of Obedience classes, from Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Manners, Beyond Basics to upper level Canine Good Citizen and Therapy dog training. In addition to obedience training classes, we offer many activities for enjoyment, energy release and extended training skills.  Agility, Flyball, Rally-O, Tricks & Games, Freestyle, Watersports and social hours just to name a few. Learn more...
 

Class Schedule

Already know what type class you are looking for? Take a peek here at the Class schedule to see dates, times and availability.

 

Behavioral Counseling

My Dog's Place has specialized trainers for all types of canine behavioral challenges. Our experienced trainers can help you resolve many serious issues like dog aggression, human aggression (biting, snapping, growling), separation anxiety and door charging. Others troublesome behaviors like fearfulness -shyness, nuisance barking, chewing and destruction, rough and rowdy play behaviors, jumping up and lunging can be solved with a our leadership based training. Please email or call to discuss your particular needs.

 

 

SPRING WORKSHOP SERIES

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Saturday May 19th

Advance Obedience 9:30 to 11:30 am Niantic

Improving Your Leash Walking 2 to 4 pm Mystic

Canine Good Citizen Test by appt. 4:30 pm Mystic

 

Saturday June 9th

Energy Outlets - 9:30 to 11:30 am - Niantic

Working Multiple Dogs 2 to 4 pm Mystic

 

More dates & topics will be added each month.

Give us a call or email to sign up for a workshop.

 

 

 

Puppy Playgroups - 1 hour - $5 per visit

a great way to socialize your puppy with other pups and people, our trained staff will supervise play.

Saturdays - Mystic - 9:00 am

Thursdays - Niantic - 7:00 pm

Sundays- Niantic 10:30 am

New pups under 6 months of age are welcome to join, bring a copy of your pups current vaccinations to your first visit.

 

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Saturdays - Mystic - 11:15 am 

Sundays - Niantic - 11:30 am

  Our Adolescent group is for dogs that currently socialize well off leash in a My Dog's Place class or daycare or that have been regularly been attending My Dog's Place socializations. If your dog is over 6 months and has not socialized with us we can not admit him/her into our social groups. But you are encouraged to join a  class so that we may adequately get to know your dog before socializing him/her. 

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 Adult Socials - 1 hour - $5 per visit

Saturdays - Mystic  10:15 am

Sundays - Niantic  9:30 am

Our Adult and Adolescent groups are for dogs that currently socialize well off leash in a My Dog's Place class, daycare or that have been regularly been attending My Dog's Place socializations. If your dog is over 6 months and has not socialized with us we can not admit him/her into our social groups. But you are encouraged to join a  class so that we may adequately get to know your dog before socializing him/her. 

 

 

 

About the Owner:

Marge Lineweber brings you over 14 years of experience in dog care and training. Marge is personally involved in all aspects of the daycare and training classes. Her love for animals creates a nurturing environment and a great place for your dog to grow and learn.

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Contact Us

Do you have questions or comments? Please drop us a line. Go to Contact Us.
 
Directions
Here you will find directions to the Mystic and Niantic facilities from I-95. We look forward to seeing you soon! Go to Directions.

 

UPCOMING FUN SPRING CLASSES

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Beyond Basics  

Niantic - Sundays June 3rd - 12:30 pm

 8 weeks - $140

 

 Fun with Freestyle  

Wednesdays  May 30th  - 7:30 pm

 6 weeks - 1 1/2 hr per wk

 $140 - Mystic

 

 Out & About

Mystic area - Thursdays June 21st - 10:30 am

6 weeks - 1 hr per wk

 

 Thinking Dog 

Mondays June 25th  - 6:15 pm

6 weeks - $110 - Mystic

 

 Scenting with a Purpose 

Mondays June 25th - 7:30 pm

6 weeks - $110 - Mystic

 

Keeping Your Dog Safe at the Dog Park

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Saturday June 23rd  5:00 - 7:00 pm

with Bea Nielsen - Mystic

 

Check out our class schedule for

New Week Day Classes!

 

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Niantic Self Serve Dog Washdog wash bath tub

Self Serve Dog Wash available at our Niantic location. We supply raised tubs, shampoo, conditioner and towels for $16 per dog. All you need to bring is the dog and the elbow grease. The Self Serve tubs in Niantic are available for walk-ins Monday-Friday  7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

 

 

Doggie Day School

 

Our Adult Daycare is a daycare program for dogs that provides play and training under supervision by professionals.  Daycare is great for people who work and want their dog to be active and engaged during the day.  Many non-working owners send their dog to daycare simply to give the dog an important social and physical outlet. Find out more about Daycare.

We currently are taking applications for our wait list at our Mystic location for adult dogs.

Niantic location currently has Monday & Tuesday openings.

 

PUPPY DAYCARE!

Available at our Mystic location

For pups 10 weeks to 5 months old

Monday - Friday  6:30 am to 6:00 pm

 

Benefits of puppy daycare are numerous:

 Provides an energy outlet for your young pup. 

 

Develops positive social skills with people and dogs.

 

  Simple manners training includes sit, down and wait. 

 

*Separate play and bathroom area from adult dogs*

 

So that we can provide the

best care possible please make reservations 24 hours in advance.

 

 Puppy Daycare Fees:   1 day pass $32 -

  2 day pass $60 - 3 day pass $88 -  4 day pass  $112 -

5 day pass - $125 (5 pass day must be used in 1 week)

prices include CT Sales Tax

Call MDP for more information or to make a reservation.  

 (860) 572-7755  

 

 

The Seaside Sprinters - My Dog's Place flyball team info page.

Articles of Interest:

Occasionally, we are featured in local newspapers where we discuss a number of different topics related to dogs and how they are integrated with our day to day life. From responsible ownership, to household hazards, to travel tips

Other topics include:
Hitting the Beach | Bite Prevention | Giving Pets as Gifts | Proper Exercise

 

 

 

 

"A Daycare, Training, & Activity Center for Dogs and Their Families."