Welcome to The Dog Den & The Puppy Den where we Learn and Play … Every Day!
Learning, Play, and Care You Can Trust!
At The Dog Den, we believe dogs learn best when they’re having fun and feeling safe. That’s why our award-winning daycare and training programs are built around enrichment, positive reinforcement, and relationship-centered care—all in a fear-free, supportive environment.
As a locally and woman-owned small business, we’ve been part of the Madison community for over 20 years. We’re proud to be your neighbors, your dog-loving friends, and your trusted partners in helping dogs grow, learn, and live their best lives.
For our youngest pups, we created The Puppy Den—a special space designed just for puppies under six months old! Puppyhood is such an important time, and we’re here to make sure every puppy gains the social skills, confidence, and positive experiences they need to become happy, well-mannered family members.
Led by a team of certified, highly trained dog professionals, The Dog Den and The Puppy Den are here for you through every stage of your dog’s life—from their first day of daycare to their golden years. We’re more than a daycare or training center—we’re a community built on trust, expertise, and a shared love for dogs.
Santa Paws is Coming to The Puppy Den!
Get your pups (and family) ready for a festive photo with Santa this holiday season!
Season of Giving 2025
This year, our Season of Giving is two-fold — we’re dedicating November to Czar’s Promise and December to Dane County Humane Society (DCHS).
Join us in making a difference for pets and families right here in our community!
November: Supporting Czar’s Promise
Did you know that 1 in 4 dogs and 1 in 5 cats will be diagnosed with cancer?
November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re proud to support Czar’s Promise, an organization that provides financial help to families facing cancer diagnoses in their pets and funds vital research to fight this disease.
Here’s how you can help:
· 🐶 Daycare Packages: We’ll donate 2% of every daycare package purchased in November to Czar’s Promise.
· 🎓 Private Lesson Packages: 5% of every private lesson package will be donated as well.
· 🎁 Donate Supplies: Bring items for the Woof & Meow Packs to any of our locations and receive a coupon for The Enrichment Shop or our services as a thank-you!
· 🎅 Santa Paws Event – November 15: 100% of proceeds go directly to Czar’s Promise.
· 💻 Want to give directly? Visit czarspromise.com to make an online donation.
Together, we can help pets and families fighting cancer — one wag and one act of kindness at a time.
December: Supporting Dane County Humane Society (DCHS)
In December, we’re giving back to our friends at Dane County Humane Society, who work tirelessly to care for animals in need and help them find loving homes.
Here’s how you can help:
· 🎁 Donate Supplies: Drop off wishlist items from DCHS’s Wishlist at any of our locations and receive a coupon for our services/The Enrichment Shop.
· 🎅 Santa Paws Event – December 7: All proceeds from this event will go directly to DCHS.
· 🐾 Package Donations: Between December 1–15, we’ll donate 2% of all regular daycare and training package sales to DCHS.
Your support makes a real difference for animals in need this holiday season.
Thank You for Helping Us Give Back!
Your generosity keeps our community strong and helps pets live healthier, happier lives.
Together, we can make tails wag across Madison this holiday season. 💛
Updates!
🎄 Holiday Date Night with Your Dog!
Celebrate the season together with your favorite four-legged date!
Join us for a festive, hands-on workshop-style evening where you and your pup will enjoy fun, holiday-themed activities designed to spark joy, laughter, and connection.
During this merry night out, you’ll:
🐾 Put your dog’s nose to the test as they sniff out pieces to decorate their very own Christmas tree
🎁 Let your pup choose and unwrap their own special present
🎨 Create a keepsake with licky or paw print holiday art to take home
No experience necessary — this event is open to all ages, breeds, and training levels! Come ready to play, laugh, and make festive memories together.
✨ Space is limited, so grab your spot for this holiday paws-and-people date night today!
Private Training & Behavior Consults
In addition to our daycare and group training classes, we offer private training & behavior consults in our facility or in your home! Check out what we offer here!
Thank you for choosing us as your Best of Madison & People’s Choice's Awards
We’re so excited to share that The Dog Den has placed in both Madison Magazine’s Best of Madison and the Madison.com People’s Choice Awards! 🐾✨
This wouldn’t have been possible without YOU — our amazing clients, families, and community. Thank you for taking the time to vote for us and for trusting us with your pups each day.
Our category included daycare, boarding, dog walking, waste pick-up, grooming, and more — so your support means the world. We already knew we had the best clients, team, and dogs in Madison, and now it’s official!
