Granite State Dog Training Center
90 NH-101A, Amherst, NH 03031
Overview
Granite State Dog Training Center is a full-service facility in Amherst, NH, offering boarding, daycare, grooming, and dog training. They provide climate-controlled runs, 24-hour supervision, outdoor grass play areas, and structured socialization programs. Dogs must be vaccinated and spayed/neutered by 8 months for daycare eligibility. The facility focuses on personalized care and training, with limited capacity to ensure individual attention.
Amenities & Policies
Max capacity: 24 dogs
Required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Parvovirus, Bordetella
Policies & Details
Care & Play
Requirements
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What Reviews Say
95 reviews analyzedGranite State Dog Training Center is highly regarded for its transformative obedience programs and high-energy daycare services, with many owners reporting 'life-changing' results for reactive or unruly dogs. While the facility is praised for its cleanliness and the expertise of lead trainer Jim, its 'old school' use of corrective collars (prong/check chains) is a polarizing point that has led to a few negative experiences for owners seeking purely positive reinforcement. Overall, it is a top-tier choice for owners committed to structured training and consistent 'homework' with their pets.
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Worth noting
Physical injury from training equipment
“he was just coughing and wheezing from the way she was training him with the collar... I wouldn’t recommend this training facility unless you want your dog to have throat damage.”
Harsh behavioral assessment/unprofessional diagnosis
“he said 'your dog has a chemical imbalance in his brain'. Incredible rude and uncalled for given that we just met him.”
Aversive training methods(3 mentions)
“This style uses small corrections with a check chain or gentle leader... The style here won't suit everyone.”
Top Rated
4.8 stars from 95+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 95 reviews.
At a Glance
Max capacity
24 dogs
Pricing
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