Welcome to
Ruby’s Dog Lodge & Training Center
Our Goal
Our goal is to provide thoughtful, personalized and professional care and training services and immerse you in a community of support to thrive in.
We recognize that every dog and human is a unique individual and deserves an approach that works best for them, no cookie cutter programs here.
Contact us today to get started!
Community Support
By joining our pack, you not only gain access to quality boarding, day camp and training services, but you also become a part of a supportive and expansive community of like-minded dog owners who not only resonate with your journey but travel it with you. Our community meets multiple times monthly for free training and social events that are catered to help you and your dog thrive and grow your skills in a safe environment.
In-person, group setting and remote options for training
We offer many different options when it comes to training services. Ensuring you have all your training needs met on your terms.
How it works…
To attend a Community Event with us. Simply sign up under the Events tab. Most of our Community Events are open to the public and will be clearly stated if they are for current clients only. For most events, we do not require vaccination records and/or a temperament assessment.
To get a dog in for Boarding or Day Camp or Adventure Camp with us, we do require a few things first:
Vaccination Records-
All dogs that come to our Center must first email a copy of up-to-date vaccination records. The vaccinations we need are:
Bordetella, Rabies and Distemper. As of May 1st, 2023, we also require a negative giardia test to be submitted for our records once a year.
We do not accept puppies that have not had at least 2 sets of vaccinations.
Temperament Assessments-
By appointment only Monday - Wednesdays
Since we offer a pack like setting for our dogs, we do require all dogs to pass a basic temperament assessment. These assessments are free of charge and require the dog to be dropped off to us for several hours. During this time, we will be assessing your dog's behavior for signs of stress, being overwhelmed, not being able to share space or resources or just overall not enjoying their experience. We take things very slowly during these assessments to ensure this is the right kind of environment for your dog.
Dogs only for temperament assessments, doggie parents will be updated with pictures and videos throughout the process.
You will not be able to schedule a temperament assessment until we have received all of the vaccines and testing, we require first.
Healthy Dogs ONLY Please:
Here at Dog Lodge, we take the health and safety of all our pack members very seriously. Whether your dog is a current member or hoping to join our pack, please do not bring your dog to Day Camp or Boarding or temperament testing if they are currently being treated for or showing any symptoms of any communicable diseases or infections.
This includes:
coughing or hacking, diarrhea, vomiting excessively, eye or skin infections, or open lesions or sores. We will be happy to have your dog back once they have been cleared by your vet.
Spay & Neuter:
This is not required but is highly encouraged for all dogs over 1 year old. Unaltered dogs may be required to sit out during certain times if it is what's best for them and the pack. Unaltered females WILL NOT be permitted while in heat or showing any sign of heat.
After we receive up to date vaccination records, we can proceed with scheduling a temperament assessment.
“Having Ruby’s as a resource has helped us learn to better understand our dog and grow our relationship in ways we never thought possible. This has saved relationship with our dog.”
— CAROL S., CURRENT PACK MEMBER
Client Reviews
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“I adopted my dog Remi, three years ago. She was VERY reactive, yet also very senisitive. I tried multiple trainers and none of them taught me half of what Ruby did in just a few sessions. I also started attending community events with my dog and they helped us make so much progress together. I could go on and on but bottom line, Ruby changed my relationship with not only my dog but also myself. We are forever grateful.
Keriann D.
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“I have two poodles that I abosolutely adore. I have passed up many a vacation because I did not have dog care that I could trust. Ruby and her staff have provided me with the peace of mind I was looking for and I feel more than comfortable to travel again. I know while they're with Ruby, my dogs are loved and cared for in a way that is deeper than the average "dog lover". Thank you for allowing me to peacefully travel again Ruby!"
Don Lyons
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“What a lifeline it has been to be a part of this community. We started bringing our dogs to Ruby about 4 years ago for care, development and guidance for us. In that time we have made progress we never thought imaginable. While there for boarding, we know are dogs are loved, safe and cared for properly. Ruby keeps us updated with regular check ins and provided us with guidance on how to better support them when they come home with us. Thank you for all you do to support us and this community Ruby and team."
Tracy W.
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“I adopted my dog Stewart, and boy, did I have my hands full! He was full of energy, pulled on walks, chewed up things he should and just generally caused chaos. I first started by joining free community pack walks and just by doing that, Ruby was able to offer helpful tips to properly communicate with Stew on leash with just some minor adjustments. From there, I booked private sessions with Ruby which only furthered my understand and grew my relationship with my dog. I can proudly say that now I am able to understand Stew better and take him anywhere with me without being worried he will cause chaos. Thank you for such a great gift Ruby!"
Ali S.
