Hidden Acres Farm LLC

06/04/2026

Terry is thriving in his dayschool. Practicing his good manners!

06/04/2026

We are delighted to welcome Mallie to the Hidden Acres family! She had a wonderful day at daycare today.

05/19/2026

05/01/2026

Hank is right in the middle of his two weeks with us, and we’re already starting to see things come together.

He’s learning the everyday habits—waiting at doors, settling on his place, and just slowing down instead of reacting to everything around him.

That’s how we do things here. It’s not separate training sessions—it’s part of the daily routine, so it actually sticks.

Hank’s starting to settle in, and it’s beginning to click.

04/25/2026

Enrichment does not have to be complicated!

Sometimes it looks like a hose, a curious dog, and the freedom to fully engage in the moment.

What matters is not how elaborate it is. It is how much the dog is able to use their brain and their natural instincts.

At Hidden Acres, we focus on creating opportunities for dogs to interact with their environment in ways that are natural, engaging, and purposeful. Not overstimulating. Not chaotic. Just thoughtful, intentional outlets that allow them to be dogs.

Simple does not mean less effective.
In many cases, it is exactly what they need.

04/20/2026

Russel had a successful weekend at Pooches in the Park 2026, and this one was fun to watch! Strong jumps, growing confidence, and the kind of enthusiasm that makes dock diving so special!

04/13/2026

What keeps pulling me back to dock diving is that it lets me see something real.

It is one of the few sports where you cannot make the magic happen. You cannot force the heart, the courage, or the love for the game. That part has to come from the dog.

That is what makes it so emotional to me. I get to watch the moment a dog starts to believe in themselves. The moment curiosity turns into bravery, and bravery turns into real desire. With the right support, that willingness grows into drive, commitment, and a joy that is completely their own.

In those moments, I am not there to force anything. I am there to believe in them, guide them, and be part of their team as they discover what they are capable of.

That is why it never feels like just a jump. It feels like watching a dog find their courage, their confidence, and a piece of themselves that was waiting to come alive.

And somehow, when the crowd starts cheering, they seem to feel it too. You can see them light up, as if they know those people are there for them. It is one of the coolest and most moving parts of the sport.

You cannot force the kind of brilliance that makes a great dock dog. It has to come from the dog’s own love of the game.

We are just lucky enough to stand beside them and watch them shine.

04/11/2026

Boarding should not undo good habits!

At Hidden Acres, boarding does not mean dogs fall out of routine.

Because we keep a small number of dogs, we are able to maintain the details that matter: waiting politely at doors, settling well in the crate, and practicing appropriate social skills throughout the day. It is not a separate add-on. It is simply part of how dogs move through their stay here.

Good manners stay sharper when they are part of daily life, and that calm, structured routine is one of the things that sets Hidden Acres apart.

04/10/2026

The farm feel at Hidden Acres is not just part of the look. It is part of who we are!

We have had a lot of people ask about the horses at Hidden Acres, and the truth is, they are part of what makes this place feel so distinct.

Many businesses describe themselves as having a country setting, but here, that atmosphere is authentic. The horses are part of the everyday backdrop of life at Hidden Acres and part of the natural beauty, quiet rhythm, and genuine farm charm that set this property apart.

They add to the peaceful, grounded feeling so many clients notice when they arrive — a setting that feels a little slower, a little more personal, and a little more connected to the land. It is one of the details that makes Hidden Acres unlike a more typical boarding or daycare environment, and part of what makes the experience here feel truly special.