Tammie’s Dog Services and Training

Group puppy training (Tuesdays, 6:00–6:45 PM) and basic obedience (Thursdays, 6:00–6:45 PM) are offered in 5-week sessions. Each class teaches foundational commands like sit, come, leash walking, and settle. Daycare runs Monday–Friday, 6 AM–6 PM, with small-group play and crate time. Boarding is limited and requires advance reservation, with personalized care based on each dog’s personality profile. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement and socialization.

Pricing Summary

Group training classes are 5-week sessions, 45 minutes each, with no public pricing listed. Boarding and daycare require advance booking; grooming prices are available via a downloadable price menu. No refunds are offered, though partial refunds may be considered on a case-by-case basis for unforeseen life incidents.

Policies

No refunds are offered. Partial refunds may be considered on a case-by-case basis for unpredictable life incidents. Late pick-up fees apply for daycare after 5 PM. Boarding and daycare require advance booking. All dogs must demonstrate adequate social skills to participate in group activities.

Welcome to Tammie’s Dog Services and Training, a trusted provider in Portage, IN since 2020, offering group dog training, daycare, boarding, and grooming services. Tammie Cain, a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Graduate in Positive Training, has over 10 years of experience rescuing and training dogs, with a focus on building strong owner-dog bonds through positive reinforcement. Their facility provides structured group classes for puppies and basic obedience, along with supervised daycare and boarding in a clean, safe environment designed for socialization and enrichment. They also offer professional grooming tailored to dogs with special needs, including post-surgery care, and emphasize individual attention to each dog’s temperament and behavior.

Tammie’s team provides daily updates via text and photos for boarding clients, ensures small-group play sessions based on personality and size, and offers one-on-one time for dogs that aren’t suited for group play. Their training programs are designed to teach foundational behaviors like sit, come, leash walking, and settle, with a clear commitment to helping dogs thrive in their homes.

The business is insured, licensed, bonded, and certified by the AKC for Canine Good Citizen and S.T.A.R. Puppy programs, with staff trained in canine first aid. They serve multiple counties in Northwest Indiana and welcome all dog sizes, ages, and breeds, including brachycephalic and senior dogs.

Accomplishments

Tammie Cain is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Graduate in Positive Training. The business is AKC Certified for Canine Good Citizen and S.T.A.R. Puppy programs. Staff are certified in canine first aid. The facility is insured, licensed, and bonded.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can call or email to inquire about class availability, book boarding or daycare, or schedule grooming. Group training sessions require advance reservation. New clients are encouraged to contact the business directly to discuss their dog’s needs and available program start dates.