Dog Training
Oakland, CA
Happy Hound Play & Daycare, Inc. is a full-service dog facility in Oakland founded by Suzanne Golter, offering dog daycare, boarding, training, and grooming services. The facility provides supervised, socialized care during the day, safe overnight and extended boarding, compassionate training using positive reinforcement methods, and expert grooming services—all designed to help dogs develop confidence and communication skills while enjoying a family-like environment. Open 365 days a year with extended hours, Happy Hound has earned multiple awards including Best Doggie Day Care (Gold) and Best Dog Trainer (Silver) in the East Bay Express' Best of the East Bay 2025 readers' poll.
Ideal for: Working pet owners needing daily daycare, families planning vacations or extended absences, dogs requiring positive-reinforcement training, pet owners seeking comprehensive grooming and boarding combined
Service area: Oakland and East Bay, California
Founder-Led, Family-Focused Care: Founded by Suzanne Golter with a lifelong passion for animals, Happy Hound operates with a small-business spirit emphasizing hands-on care, personal connections, and treating each dog like family.
Comprehensive All-in-One Services: Combines daycare, boarding, training, and grooming under one roof, allowing dogs to benefit from integrated care and staff continuity across all services.
Open 365 Days & Extended Hours: Available weekdays 7am-7pm, weekends 9am-5pm with late pick-up until 9pm and early drop-off, providing flexibility for working pet owners year-round.
Address: 2101 Mandela Pkwy, Oakland, CA 94607
Phone: (510) 547-3647
Website: happyhound.com
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