The Dog Den

07/02/2025

Luna got all dressed up to remind everyone that the Dog Den and Puppy Den will be closed Friday for the 4th of July! We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday weekend!

07/01/2025

We’re thrilled to celebrate our very own Laura Schorrak as she joins the Board of Directors at Czar’s Promise! 💛

Laura’s passion for dogs—and her unwavering dedication to those battling cancer—runs deep. From her heart dog Kelly to the incredible legacy she’s building every day at The Dog Den, Puppy Den, and The Dog Den Training Laura is a true force of compassion, strength, and advocacy.

We know how lucky we are to have her as our leader—and now Czar’s Promise does too. Congrats, Laura! Your journey continues to inspire us all.

📣 We’re thrilled to welcome a truly remarkable human to our Czar’s Promise Board of Directors: Laura Schorrak! 🐾

Laura’s journey with canine cancer began with her beloved heart dog, Kelly, who was diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma in 2015. That devastating loss ignited a passion that has only grown stronger—supporting families through their cancer journeys and advocating for research that brings hope.

For over 20 years, Laura has dedicated her life to dogs—as a trainer, behaviorist, and the owner of The Dog Den and Puppy Den in Madison. With a unique background in microbiology and animal behavior, Laura brings heart, science, and unmatched compassion to our mission.

She's also no stranger to deep personal loss, having said goodbye to her cherished dogs Kutter and Kagney—both of whom also battled cancer. Through it all, Laura has been a steadfast supporter of Czar’s Promise, and we could not be more honored to welcome her to the board.

💛 Laura—thank you for your strength, your heart, and your voice. You are already making a difference.

06/27/2025

🎉🐾 Happy Deniversary to Abby & Jordan! 🐾🎉

Today we’re celebrating two outstanding team members who help keep things running smoothly at all three Dog Den locations—The Dog Den, The Puppy Den, and The Dog Den East. Abby and Jordan, your care, consistency, and commitment are appreciated every single day!

🐶 Abby
Abby is a steady and reliable presence in our dog groups, known for her calm demeanor and big heart! Whether she’s helping new pups adjust or supporting her coworkers, Abby approaches each day with a thoughtful and dedicated attitude.

🐾 Jordan
Since joining the team in June 2023, Jordan has brought enthusiasm and a strong foundation in animal science to every shift. Her passion for canine behavior and her warm, welcoming interactions make her a joy to work with—for both people and pups alike!

Abby and Jordan, thank you for all that you do to support our groups and clients with heart and dedication! We’re lucky to have you as part of the team. Here’s to more years of learning, growing, and tail wags ahead!

06/26/2025

🌟🐾 July Enrichment: Superhero Summer! 🐾🌟

Get ready for a month of action-packed fun as our pups train to be the best heroes they can be! Each week, we’ll focus on different skills through themed games, activities, and challenges.

🛡️ June 30 – July 3: Captain America Week
Does your dog have what it takes to “do this all day”? We’ll test their endurance and strength!

🤖 July 7 – 11: Iron Man Week
“Heros aren’t born, they’re built.” We’ll put those doggy brains to work to build the best hero skills!

🕷️ July 14 – 18: Spiderman Week
“With great power comes great responsibility.” This week is all about testing your pup’s moral compass and spidey skills!

🎶 July 21 – 25: Guardians of the Galaxy Week
“There are two types of beings in the universe: those who dance and those who do not.” Let’s find out what kind your pup is!

💥 July 28 – August 1: Hulk Week
Does your pup have “Hulk smash” energy? This is the week to put those smash skills to use!

Contact your location or check out our website to sign up for July Enrichment!

06/25/2025

🎆🐾 JULY is Super-Powered Fun at The Dog Den & The Puppy Den! 🐾🎆

Suit up your pup for a month of heroic adventures, tail-wagging treats, and paw-triotic art at and ! 🐶✨

Enrichment Program

Let your dog join our squad of furry superheroes for some Marvel-ous fun!
🛡️ June 30–July 3: Captain America Week
⚙️ July 7–11: Iron Man Week
🕷️ July 14–18: Spiderman Week
🚀 July 21–25: Guardians of the Galaxy Week
💚 July 28–August 1: Hulk Week

Art Days

From June 27–July 3, your pup can create red, white & blue popsicle art—just in time for the 4th of July!
$5 per art project

Treat Days

July 23rd is National Vanilla Ice Cream Day!
Celebrate with a cool $5 pup cup treat at daycare! ☀️🍦

🌟 Special Events

🦸‍♀️ Date Night with Your Dog: Superhero Soirée
📅 Tuesday, July 22nd
🚶‍♂️ Czars Promise Walk Team Sign-Up Now Open!

⚠️ Please note: We’ll be CLOSED on July 4th to honor Independence Day. 🇺🇸

06/23/2025

We’ve started peaches and cream week to cool off from this hot hot weather l!! 🥵🧊

06/23/2025

🇺🇸🎨 Paw-triotic Art Week at the Dog Den and Puppy Den!🎨🇺🇸
June 27 – July 3

Get ready for some paw-triotic fun! 🐾 This week, your pup can create their very own red, white, and blue popsicle art featuring adorable paw prints or licky art — just in time to celebrate the 4th of July!

Cost: $5
Dates: June 27 through July 3

Don’t miss out on this festive keepsake to show off your dog’s artistic side!

Ask at your location to sign your pup up!

06/22/2025

🎉 Happy Deniversary to Katie! 🎉

From working hard at The Dog Den to volunteering with the fire department, Katie brings dedication, heart, and a calm, confident presence to everything she does. Whether she’s helping shy dogs feel safe or handling the action with grace, we’re lucky to have her on our team!

Check out her spotlight here:
https://www.thedogden.com/the-dog-den/2024-staff-spotlight-katie

06/21/2025

🎉 Happy Deniversary to Gerome!

Gerome brings so much kindness, patience, and good vibes to both The Dog Den and The Puppy Den! From helping shy pups feel safe to cheering on the confident ones, he’s always learning more every day to be the best teammate for the dogs — and they can tell!

We’re so lucky to have Gerome on our crew. Thanks for all you do, Gerome!

Check out his Staff Spotlight:
https://www.thedogden.com/the-dog-den/2024-staff-spotlight-gerome

06/20/2025

We are celebrating the summer solstice today with and some of our enrichment kids wanted to show off!

06/19/2025

We couldn’t break it to these cute faces that tomorrow is the first day of summer, so we had a pool party anyways!! 💦🎉