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CANINE COLLEGE

TRUSTED BY THOSE WHO EXPECT MORE

EXCEPTIONAL TRAINING & BOARDING

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A Legacy of Canine Excellence

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Established in 1946 by Army K-9 Corps pioneer John Behan, our family-owned and operated campus is dedicated to the highest standard of care. Canine College is nestled among the rolling countryside of Redding, Connecticut. The moment you drive onto the estate, you will feel the difference - from our picturesque setting which provides scenic walks and privacy for your dog’s rest and relaxation, to our expert trainers who tailor training programs to meet your personalized needs. We invite you and your dog to experience our world-class Canine College experience. Learn more >

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Our Services

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PREMIER BOARDING

Premium care providing scenic walks, true privacy, and an environment designed for rest and relaxation. Learn more >

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DEDICATED TRAINING

Individualized programs tailored to your dog's specific needs, temperament, and goals, and rooted in the belief that training dogs begins with educating owners. Learn more >

At Canine College, we understand that we are doing more than caring for dogs. We are caring for a member of your family.

- SHARON LANOUE AND STEPHANIE KASSNER, OWNERS

A Legacy of Tradition & Care

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AN 80 YEAR TRADITION

Continuous family ownership and pioneering knowledge in the field of dog training since 1946.

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INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION

Every dog receives highly personalized, one-on-one attention, ensuring that each dog benefits from a tailored approach within a calm, structured, and controlled environment.

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A large grassy yard with a dog sculpture and agility equipment, beside a yellow house with white trim and a screened porch. Tall trees surround the area, and the sky is clear with the sun shining brightly.

EXCLUSIVE COUNTRY SETTING

A naturally authentic estate that offers the perfect balance of daily structure and relaxation.

  • A woman with gray hair, wearing a plaid baseball cap and beige vest, crouches down smiling at a Dalmatian dog with black spots, in front of a white picket fence.
  • A woman walking four poodles on a gravel pathway outdoors on a sunny day, with green trees and white fence in the background.
  • An elderly woman with gray hair in a bun holding a small dog with a tennis ball in its mouth outdoors.
  • A black chalkboard with a green frame displaying weekly schedule written in white chalk, with a small pack of erasers at the bottom.
  • A person with dark skin and a black hat inspects a golden retriever dog at a veterinary clinic or pet care center, with another person and a dog in the background.
  • A black and white dog with floppy ears emerging from a red and white striped agility tunnel on a grassy field. A woman stands in the background near a white fence, watching the dog.
  • A woman with short curly gray hair, wearing a navy blue shirt and jeans, standing in front of a blackboard with a golden retriever sitting on a red platform labeled 'CANINE COLLEGE.' The woman is smiling and raising her right hand, while the dog sits attentively with its tongue out. There are decorative dog statues and classroom signage in the background.
  • A sign with the Catnip Colege logo featuring a silhouette of a dog's head and the phrase "Where your dog is an aristocrat," established in 1946, is attached to a white post. The background shows a grassy area, residential buildings, trees, and a blue sky.
  • Bronze dog statue in a garden with yellow and purple flowers, with a yellow house and trees in the background.
  • Two smiling women, possibly friends or relatives, standing outdoors in front of a white fence, with a yellow house and green trees in the background.
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Exclusively by phone

BOOKING

Call to explore availability,
learn more about our services,
or book a reservation. 

INQUIRE: 203.938.2124

Results Speak for Themselves

  • Close-up of a German Shepherd dog with erect ears, looking attentively, with a person holding a leash on the left side of the image, against a background of green grass and sunlight.

    Canine College is the best! We’ve been clients for over thirty years.

    -ANNE AND TOM S.

  • A friendly, cream-colored dog with brown eyes and a beard, standing outdoors on grass, looking to the side.

    Simply put, Canine College is as good as it gets in every possible way.

    -RICHARD R.

  • Two dogs with curly gray fur lying on green grass in a park with trees in the background.

    Exceeded our expectations in every way.

    -MARY D.

  • Great folks. First class facility. Dogs always happy there.

    - BRUCE D.

  • A small brown dog running across a grassy yard with a white fence and green trees in the background.

    Wonderful is the only way to describe Canine College! Home from home for our crazy boy Mikey

    -ANNA M.

  • This will be my third dog with them. They are professional, kind and just the best place to train or board your dog. Family owned and beautiful facility.

    -KELLY C.

  • A woman walking four curly-haired dogs on a gravel path in a sunny outdoor setting, with trees and a white fence in the background.

    My boys love to vacation at Canine College and the staff is superb! Just like family

    -MARIA R.M.

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