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Tails A Wagging Doggie daycare & canine training center

Bellingham, Washington

4.7/5· 204 Google reviews

About Tails A Wagging Doggie daycare & canine training center

Tails-A-Wagging is Bellingham's first and best Doggie Day Care & Canine Training Center. Caring for dogs since 1997.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Puppy training Customer-reported
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  • Socialization Customer-reported
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Behavior support

  • Fear and confidence
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How training happens

  • Group classes Customer-reported
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  • Private training Customer-reported
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Dog age

  • Puppies
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Dog sports

  • Agility Customer-reported
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Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement
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Additional services

  • Daycare
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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

Are there cameras?

Yes, we do have camera's for clients to view on our website: https://tails-a-wagging.com/webcams/

Community answer · Tails A Wagging Doggie daycare & canine training center · 2021-09-21

Yes, there are web cams

Community answer · Marilyn Lange (Shoezie) · 2021-09-21

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Hi, What training certificates do you have? Do you accept puppies?

With 7+ trainers on staff, we carry a variety of certifications: CPDT, KA, APDT, pet CPR, we even have a Lisenced Animal Health technician on staff. we see all ages of dogs, and specialize in puppies as the only training based day care in Whatcom County

Community answer · Angi Lenz · 2021-09-21

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Do you do therapy dog training?

Tails-A-Wagging teaches a certified Canine Good Citizen class, which is the most common requirement for therearpy dog work in Whatcom County. They are do one on one private training for specific needs.

Community answer · Angi Lenz · 2021-09-21

They have a Canine Good Citizen's class, and CGC is the most common requirement for therapy dog work in Whatcom County. So, yes!

Community answer · Rose Finkbonner · 2019-09-21

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Do you have herding classes?

Although they do not offer a herding specific class, they do teach Wag It! Games which incorporated Treibball, a herding specific sport.

Community answer · Angi Lenz · 2021-09-21

Tails does not offer herding classes. The best way to get started in herding would be to visit a local herding trial and observe the handlers, see whose style looks like something you might enjoy learning and then asking them if they are a trainer themselves or if they can recommend one. You will see many different styles in use in herding, make sure you look for a trainer that you feel comfortable with. Ask if you can observe a lesson or two that they have with another client and make sure their style will work for you and your dog. I take my dog for lessons once in awhile just for fun, our trainer teaches in Arlington.

Community answer · Leann Wilson · 2019-09-21

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Customer reviews

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4.7
out of 5204 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • dog daycare 21
  • kind staff 10
  • kindergarten classes 7
  • positive reinforcement 6
  • clean facility 5
  • knowledgeable trainers 4
All 10 topics
  • webcams 4
  • dog adoption 3
  • reactive dog training 3
  • private session 2

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100 collected reviews

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Erin Michael
5/5
We have taken classes and used the daycare, training, tooth brushing, and probably other services here that I’m not thinking of at the moment. Our dog turned 1 a few months ago and this is an excerpt from the email I sent them at that time: “ He’s a dog who I can trust and who I …Read full reviewClose full review

We have taken classes and used the daycare, training, tooth brushing, and probably other services here that I’m not thinking of at the moment. Our dog turned 1 a few months ago and this is an excerpt from the email I sent them at that time: “ He’s a dog who I can trust and who I have a good relationship with and I couldn’t have done it without you all. We enjoy your classes and staff, and we leave him here knowing he’s with folx who know what they are doing, who are looking out for his wellbeing and the wellbeing of his peers. 🐶 Cam and Rae and Angi have been really supportive and helpful to me directly but I know behind the scenes that the rest of you are teaching him so much (as are the other dogs!!).” The staff is so kind and friendly and welcoming and my dog has been going there for over a year now and it’s his favorite place. He’s learned so much from them. I recommend them in a heartbeat every time.

Dr Brenda Kotewa
5/5

Tails has worked with our rescue gal to help her be a happy and healthy gal. They truly understand dog behavior and motivation.

Steph J
5/5
I cannot recommend Tails-A-Wagging more for daycare and training! We started at Tails with our foster dog, Eva, by attending their free Puppy Preschool. It was so invaluable to our puppy and such a great service to the community. We then took our pup to Puppy Kindergarten with …Read full reviewClose full review

I cannot recommend Tails-A-Wagging more for daycare and training! We started at Tails with our foster dog, Eva, by attending their free Puppy Preschool. It was so invaluable to our puppy and such a great service to the community. We then took our pup to Puppy Kindergarten with Rae twice because we enjoyed it so much and got so much from it. We then started enrolling Eva in daycare. It is so wonderful to know that all the hard work you are putting into your dog at home is being reinforced and not undone while in their care. Their entire staff is so knowledgeable, helpful, responsive, and they really make you feel like your dog is their favorite dog. The facilities are very clean, and it is clear that your pet's health is their top priority. This past summer, we joined the Dogs in the Real World class, which was EXCELLENT in helping our dog who can be a bit reactive in certain scenarios. Tails is so great that the foster dog we started there with found her forever home in our home. No way we are letting that perfect girl (winky face) go now! Thank you, Tails! <3

Iris Bodman
5/5

We first met Angi and her team this summer when we signed up for their puppy training class. Since that time, our puppy has been attending their day care twice a week. They are kind, incredibly supportive and working hard to help our puppy training. I am so very grateful to them. Their expertise, doggy knowledge and patience means a great deal to us.

S C
5/5
I've been going to Tails a Wagging for training and daycare for my two labradors since 2012. I love them! They are fantastic! The positive training methods are incredibly effective! They train dog owners to help our dogs live their best lives and be their selves. Daycare is amazi…Read full reviewClose full review

I've been going to Tails a Wagging for training and daycare for my two labradors since 2012. I love them! They are fantastic! The positive training methods are incredibly effective! They train dog owners to help our dogs live their best lives and be their selves. Daycare is amazing! Daycare combines fun, socialization, training and exercise for the dogs. Dogs come home happy and tired. It is clear to see that the owner, Angela, and all the staff love each dog and keep their best interests at the heart of everything they do. They provide so much support, I can't imagine going anywhere else!

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