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Happy Dog Acres

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Happy Dog Acres

We offer top quality boarding, training, & daycare for your canine companion.
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09/15/2024

Kelly and Hawkeye are out and about today! The Friends of Trestle Park are hosting an adoption event until 4. Come check it out!!

05/06/2024

Want to do something fun and different to have loads of fun with your pup? Happy Dog Acres is offering an Agility Foundations class!!

We welcome all ages and ability of dogs and handlers. You don't have to be an athlete - we work with everyone!

You will work as a team to learn handler skills, pup skills, fitness, and intro to jumps and tunnels. This class will also help to top up your pup's obedience skills as well as their ability to work around other dogs and people.

Check the link in the comments to register and get all the info.

Class meets for 8 weeks starting Monday, May 13th at 6:30 pm. (Skipping Memorial Day.)

Your pup does need some basic skills, and the ability to be crated or hang in the car for short periods. If you have questions about this class or your pup's ability, please reach out to us!

05/06/2024

Or first Recall Workshop of the season was a hit! Everyone learned so much.

Our second installment is coming up soon. Join us on May 18th for the second in the series. It is OK if you missed the first one, you can still join us!

Recall is one of the most important skills you can teach your dog; it can be life-saving. Teaching your dog a whiplash turn back to you is what this workshop is all about.

Saturday, May 18th 11 am - 2:30 pm. Link to register is in the comments.

05/04/2024

Happy birthday, Nikkie. Thanks for all you do for Happy Dog.
And May the 4th be with you.

04/23/2024

Did you know.....?

We have a webpage showing all our favorite gear recommendations for your pup!! 🐶

Here at Happy Dog, we use lots of different items in our boarding facility and our training classes.
We have plenty of happy canine volunteers to try out toys, equipment, and treats so that we can tell you which ones are the best - they've done all the work for you!

If you are interested to know some of the items the pros here use, or that we have already suggested for your pup, check out the recommendations page on our website!

Check out the toys, treats, and gear we find ourselves recommending on a regular basis.

04/16/2024

"Come" is one of our most requested skills!
How is your dog's recall?
Do they return to you every time you call?
How about when there is a distraction?

If you want to improve your dog's recall before the summer - Join us for our Recall Workshop! April 20th 11 am - 2:30 pm

04/07/2024

Did you know - 🤔
Happy Dog Acres offers dog training! 🐕

Not only do we offer top quality boarding and daycare for your beloved 4-legged friends, but we also offer amazing 🤩 training opportunities.
💖Let us introduce you to our training program!

Our trainer, Kelly, has been training dogs for over 10 years and has a passion for helping you to achieve real-life results with your dog using scientifically proven kind 💙 and humane methods.

At Happy Dog, our training philosophy encompasses the well-being of your entire dog. Care and consideration is given for their physical and emotional state as well as to the skills they are learning. This develops a confident, resilient dog that is ready to be your best companion.

We want your training journey to be a success and so we tackle real issues at your dog's pace, using games! Playing a game with your dog deepens your bond, and also creates lasting change in your dog's behaviors. Or creates amazing behaviors if your dog is a puppy or blank slate!!

Science is changing the way dogs are trained - using a positive approach has been proven to work, and also boosts your dog's confidence, self-esteem, and trust in you. This is NOT old-school dog training.

If you are looking to develop, grow, or change your dog's behavior or outlook on life - we can help!

🏡 Kelly teaches class right here at our Happy Dog facility, and we have several options. Check out the link below to see our training options.

03/24/2024

Our baby goats arrived last night!! Welcome to Toast and Licorice.

03/20/2024

UPDATE: stray hold up, and now he’s been adopted!

FOUND DOG: this well cared for dog was found running off M18 south of I75. Call 989-366-0260 with owner information. Open 7 days a week from 9am-4pm, closed holidays. Voicemail after hours.

03/19/2024

Always tuck in your babies and give them a kiss goodnight. I know Abby likes it.
Goodnight pup and sweet dreams.

03/17/2024

We hope that you all had the luck of the Irish today!

02/16/2024

Edit ****. He was reunited with his family****

Keep an eye out tonight!!

🛑MISSING PET ALERT: OZZIE 🛑

Last seen in the Hanson Hills area (Grayling, MI). Please call 248-931-7959 with any information. Thank you!

02/15/2024

Can’t wait to see everyone’s amazing pups this Saturday at Winterfest’a Dog Parade. Come on out!!

Kids!! Bring your Dogs and have some fun!!

01/27/2024

In case anyone needs this!!

Mark your calendars!

01/09/2024

Happy Dog is ready!!
Go Blue!

09/26/2023

UPDATE never claimed, but she has been adopted into a happy home! We had a lot of interest in her.

FOUND DOG: this little sweetheart was found on CR 300 near M55 in Houghton Lake this morning. Safe with us at shelter. Someone is missing her! Call 989-366-0260 with owner info. Open 7 days a week from 9-4, except holidays.

09/13/2023

09/06/2023

Enrolling NOW! Tuesdays at 6pm. Visit https://www.happydogacres.com/courses/thriving-teens-sept-19 to sign up or learn more.

More fall classes coming soon!

Address

5688 Dort Road
Roscommon, MI
48653

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 7pm
Tuesday	7am - 7pm
Wednesday	7am - 7pm
Thursday	7am - 7pm
Friday	7am - 7pm
Saturday	7am - 7pm
Sunday	7am - 7pm

Telephone

+19898219137

Website

http://happydogacres.com/

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Videos

When the snow hits just right and you have to rub your whole body in it ❤️

🦃Thanksgiving in the Happy Dog kitchen! Our happy dogs are having some Thanksgiving special treats! 🐕 Turkey Sweet Potatoes 🍠 Green beans and some apple slices 🍎 *Our bone broth is no salt added

The trees continue to be a big hit even if not always for the reasons we expected 😂

Hi! Check out this video to see our puppy set up!! We have all the essentials in easy reach so that our puppies don’t get into mischief - or accidentally go potty in the house - while we run around looking for things. We keep it easy on us so that the puppies have the best chance for success. What’s your puppy set up look like?!!

Sully and Murphy becoming buddies!

We hope these adorable dog zoomies and BFF vibes warm your heart on this cold morning! 💗🥶

Confident puppy!! Brave is playing one of my favorite confidence games - Recycling Restaurant! Developing confidence in the pups is one of our top goals for them. Being able to climb into things, stick their head into things, and hear noise in there is one way to work on it! (safely of course). We started very easy, with just a low box, or a box on it's side with something tasty in it. Then we work our way up to an exciting array of items. I collect up my boxes, packing paper (NOT plastic), cardboard egg cartons, paper towel tubes.... pretty much any safe recycling items, and then put some of their food in for them to sniff out! This game is amazing for so many reasons - not the least being that it will occupy your pup for a good amount of time! Questions on raising your puppy? Send us a message!

Meet Brave! 💖 You met Rourke last week, and now it is time to get to know Brave! He is a smart, fun, puppy who loves a good adventure. Check out this video to learn more about him, and stay tuned to see some upcoming videos with him!

Meet Rourke! *Edit* This is the full version of the video. One of our two new puppies, Rourke is a 14 week old Irish Wolfhound. Watch this video to learn a little bit more about him!! ❤️❤️🥰

Just 1 week to go before Christmas. With so many new pet parents, would love to hear about your top three things you LOVE about being a dog parent. Drop it in the comments below👇 I'll go first... I love how my dogs want to snuggle with me. I love how my dogs enjoy hiking with me in the woods. I love how my dogs choose to hang with me whatever I am doing. Your turn.. Drop it in the comments below👇

Going Live with the third installment of our Holiday Trick series! Join us at 1 pm for a fun filled finale to our story. Here are the details: Join us every Saturday 1 pm EST starting Decmber 4 for a fun interactive class "My Christmas Story " to do with your pup. No matter how young or old your pup is this class with be a fun way to bond, learn, and show off you pups amazing skills. Click here to register for FREE class: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZUqcuqurD0vHdc9zHHZarudv8FQ2... In this interactive class you will learn and practice a series of tricks that are pulled from a cute holiday story that you can perform over the Holiday for your family or friends. You will receive a link to make your own Holiday Story Book featuring your own dog so you can share and send out to your family. Class will be taught by Julie Fryman KPA CTP, of the Canine Learning Academy, and Kelly Kendall PDT, of Happy Dog Acres with some help by Yo Amendariz. Class is each Saturday 1 pm EST starting Dec 4. Class 1- December 4 at 1 PM EST (recording available!) Class 2- December 11 at 1 pm EST (recording available!) Class 3- December 18 at 1 pm EST LIVE today! Happy Dog Acres and Canine Learning Academy want to spread the joy to our community, this class is FREE so invite your friends and share a link to invite your friends and family to this fun class. Remember once register you will have access to the recorded class so you can practice with your dog anytime. Register in advance for this fun class: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZUqcuqurD0vHdc9zHHZarudv8FQ2... See you soon! #myholidaystory2021

Christmas is getting closer! Only 12 days left! What is Santa bringing for your pup? Let us know in the comments - we promise not to tell! #HappyDogAcres #ChristmasCountdown

13 Days 'til Christmas! Today we have our top tips for getting that great holiday pic of your dog. 1) Make sure that your dog is comfortable in the setting. That means: decorations, the room (or outdoors), the "outfit" they are going to be wearing, the pose, a person with a camera... anything that will be present and maybe different from their normal routine. Practice with these elements one at time before putting them all together. 2) Remaining still can be tough! Practice your dog's sit and stay before the big photo shoot. Use plenty of treats! 3) Keep your camera low. This is a good angle for pet pics. 4) Make sure to have plenty of light. Your pet facing towards the light helps to show up their cute features! 5) Use something to get your pet to look at the camera. This might be a squeaky toy, or treat held near the camera. Or it might just be your photographer talking to them, or making interesting noises! 6) Plan to take lots of pics!! The more you take, the better. 7) Most important - have fun! You want this to be a good experience for you and your pup. So even if it doesn't go quite as planned, you got to spend time together. Give them lots of loving for being good sports about the photo shoot! Remember to always be safe with your pets. Any decorations or costumes should be safe for your dog. Watch your children - things that look cute in pictures are often stressful for your dog. Share your dog's holiday pics - we want to see those pooches!!