Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Doggie Daycare & Training Services in Germantown
Founded in 2004 by Michelle Richards, Happy Hounds combines over 25 years of professional dog training expertise with a passion for animal welfare. Our facility offers comprehensive doggie daycare, obedience training, and grooming services designed to meet the needs of Germantown's pet community. As certified professionals with the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Evaluators, we maintain rigorous standards in pet care education. Our team's extensive experience includes therapy dog certification, humane society collaboration, and community leadership initiatives. We operate a state-certified facility with structured programs for puppy development, agility training, and behavioral conditioning.Our commitment to excellence extends to facility safety protocols, staff training programs, and continuous improvement in canine care practices. As active members of the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce, we contribute to local pet-related charities and community events. Our services integrate professional expertise with personalized attention to ensure each dog's physical and social development. With specialized programs for different life stages and abilities, we create enriching experiences that benefit both pets and their owners.
Services
Doggie Daycare
Dog Training
Grooming
Puppy Obedience
Agility Training
Therapy Dog Prep
Behavioral Conditioning
Socialization Programs
Pet First-Aid
Community Outreach
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of professional dog training experience
- Certified trainers with specialized program expertise
- Community involvement in local pet charities
- Structured programs for all dog life stages
- Therapy dog certified care professionals
Associations and certifications
- Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT)
- Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KSA)
- American Kennel Club (AKC) Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
- Pet Partners Therapy Dog Program
- American Red Cross Pet First-Aid and CPR Certified
What people say
Professional trainers
Clean facility
Behavior improvement
Certified staff
Community involvement
Services
Doggie Daycare
Our structured daycare program provides supervised socialization and exercise for dogs of all sizes. Certified staff implement safety protocols while promoting positive behavioral development through playgroups and enrichment activities. Clients benefit from our secure facility and experienced team trained in canine behavior assessment.
Dog Training
Professional training programs address basic obedience, advanced skills, and behavioral modification. Certified trainers use positive reinforcement techniques tailored to each dog's learning style. Our facility offers group classes and individual sessions for puppies through adult dogs in a controlled environment.
Grooming
Full-service grooming includes breed-specific haircuts, nail trimming, and ear cleaning. Appointments available four days weekly with experienced groomers who prioritize pet comfort. Services require cash or check payment with appointments scheduled directly through our grooming specialist.
Agility Training
Specialized agility courses improve dogs' physical coordination and mental focus. Programs available for beginner and intermediate skill levels with structured progression. Training sessions emphasize handler-dog communication and confidence building through obstacle course challenges.
Therapy Dog Prep
Preparation program for therapy dog certification with AKC and Pet Partners requirements. Curriculum includes temperament testing, public access training, and handler education. Our certified evaluators guide teams through the certification process for visiting programs and special needs assistance.
People
Michelle Richards
Founder & Certified Trainer
25+ year dog training expert with CPDT-KSA certification. AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and Pet Partners Therapy Dog certified. Former board member of OccuPaws Guide Dog Association and active community leader in Germantown.
Diane
Manager
Experienced pet care professional managing daily operations. 2013 Leadership Germantown alumni with expertise in client relations and staff training. Oversees program implementation and quality control for all services.
Questions
What are your daycare hours?
Monday-Friday 7am-6pm. Closed weekends and major holidays.
Do you offer grooming services?
Yes, by appointment only on Tuesdays-Thursdays. Cash/check payment required.
What training programs do you provide?
Puppy obedience, basic/advanced classes, agility training, and AKC CGC preparation.
Are your trainers certified?
Yes, we have CPDT-KSA certified trainers and AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluators.
Reviews (4)
Tony Burgard
Apr 07, 2022
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A great place for dogs to run and play. Staff is super friendly, owner is very involved in making sure that this is a fun place for your pet.
Michael Landeck
Mar 12, 2022
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Happy Hounds staff is fantastic! They understand our dog and work with us to make her a better dog and us better owners.
Ken Kniech
Nov 24, 2021
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Diane runs a top-notch doggy day care. The staff is awesome and our dog Esther loves coming here and always goes home happy and tired.
Jim Pfarr
Oct 23, 2021
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We really enjoy Happy Hounds, we've been taking our dog there for several years and have always had a great experience. The staff is polite and friendly as well. Highly recommended
