Zen Acres Dog Training

05/04/2026

Easter Bunnies!

09/03/2026

Hold your pups tighter tonight, the world just lost a fantastic dog…

I first met Cosmo about 6.5 years ago, going through the overexhuberent teenage stage in a suddenly massive body. Being exactly 1 month younger than my Lugger, and having a more happy go lucky temperament that made him best friends with Harlem, and all the other dog friendly guests, he quickly incorporated himself into Zen Acres, and proceeded to continue with sleepover visits long after he became a respectful greeter and off leash savvy… even Fy liked him!

Because of how often Cosmo was here, and how dog savvy he was, he was wonderful friends with most dog social visitors… and was often the first pup I’d introduce to a more nervous or anxious pup. He loved romping through the woods, loved snuggling with any human available, loved life. He was always game for whatever was asked of him, though he was very vocal with his excitement at times… to the point I’d ask him to “tell me” rather than knocking or ringing the doorbell when I’d bring him home.

This picture was taken just last week, and Cozzie’s happy smile is evident (he’s third from the left). He loved playing with his canine and feline friends, and despite receiving a cancer diagnosis months ago, he was happy and lively until the very end…

Fly high, Cozziemodo… you’re so loved. My dogs don’t yet understand, other than that I’m devastated and can’t explain why to them… but they will miss you dearly when you don’t show up for our normal sleepovers.

So hold your pups a bit tighter, as if you’re a boarding client, your dog likely just lost a cherished friend. Send all the good vibes or prayers that you can muster to the family that’s battling the sudden loss of their incredible boy.

22/02/2026

STAR puppy graduates 🥰 what a fun session of puppy class! Cant wait to see these guys grow into well behaved, confident adults!

20/02/2026

Puppy class week 5 at colonie center! Puppies are learning to stay calm while being held, more leaves it, some very hard stays with distractions (great job for puppies this young!) And confidence building on the large staircase. Of course there was some playtime in there too 🙂

02/02/2026

Week 4 of puppy class was filled with supervised separations, leave it, drop it and even some short sit/down stays. Such a great group of puppy/handler teams we have this class session! Great work!

27/01/2026

Puppy class went back to Colonie Center again. It was great to see the progress each of them have made in only a few weeks!

20/01/2026

Week 1 and 2 of puppy class involved a trip to Colonie Center and Lowes. Great socialization with a lot of exposure to many new things, people, sounds etc. Everyone did so well!

16/01/2026

Rest in Peace, Lisa. The local dog world will miss you greatly.

03/01/2026

Have a new puppy? Join us for an AKC STAR Puppy class!

AKC STAR Puppy class Open to puppies 1 year and under Locations TBA around the capital district weather dependent First class will be held at Colonie Center Classes start Saturday January 10th, 2026, at 11am to 12pm and will run every Saturday for 6 weeks ending February 14th, 2026. AKC STAR puppy t...

23/12/2025

Adding a new puppy to your pack? Join us for the first training session of 2026!

AKC STAR Puppy
Saturdays from 1/10/2026 to 2/14/2026 11 am to 12 pm
AKC STAR Puppy test will be given the last class. Must attend all 6 classes in order to qualify for the AKC STAR Puppy title

Held at: STAR Puppy: Locations TBA around the capital district weather dependent First class will be held at Colonie Center Classes start Saturday January 10th, 2026, at 11am to 12pm and will run every Saturday for 6 weeks ending February 14th, 2026. AKC STAR puppy test will be given the last class....

11/11/2025

Snow day!