Playful Pups Retreat

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Playful Pups Retreat A home away from home for your dog. Playful Pups Retreat is owned and operated by Laurie Yost.
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Premium overnight lodging, enrichment activities, nature walks, training programs, and personalized care designed to help dogs thrive. 🐾 Our employees are Certified Pet Care Technicians, and all of our staff members are thoroughly trained in canine first aid and CPR. All of the staff at Playful Pups Retreat are dog lovers and owners themselves. Our staff are chosen for their knowledge of dog behavior, dependability, and their passion for dogs. Each employee receives in-depth training in all areas of dog behavior and dog handling and care. We are all dedicated to the health and well-being of your pet at all times during their stay with us. Our staff is trained to recognize that each dog is an individual with very different personalities. We get to know each and every dog and will provide individual attention and training if needed. This, in conjunction with a lot of exercise and pack socialization, will all contribute to a fun and stress free stay at Playful Pups Retreat.

10/22/2026

An open door doesn’t have to mean… READY, SET, GO! 🚪🐶

Our A to Z Day Training pups are practicing how to pause, check in, and wait for their release cue before walking through. Small steps, plenty of encouragement, and skills that go home with them! 💛

Want calmer exits with your pup? Ask us about A to Z Day Training!

10/21/2026

Your bags are packed… but what about your pup’s holiday plans? 🧳🐶

At Playful Pups Retreat, cozy accommodations, caring team members, and options for personalized fun make their stay something special. ❤️

Thanksgiving is nearly full, and Christmas reservations are filling up! Make your pup’s reservation now so their holiday getaway is on the calendar, too.

10/20/2026

“Good dog!” moments start with practice! 🐾🎓

From learning the basics to building on existing skills, our Manners 1 & 2 classes help you and your pup grow together—with guidance and encouragement along the way.

📅 Classes start November 1
📍 Playful Pups Retreat • Hershey Road

Contact us to find the right class and sign up!

10/19/2026

Great playgroup experiences begin with thoughtful introductions! 🐾

There’s a lot to consider when dogs meet: body language, play styles, energy levels, and how comfortable each dog feels. Giving introductions time and attention helps set the stage for positive interactions.

At Playful Pups Retreat, getting to know your dog is an important part of helping them find their place in the pack. 💛

10/16/2026

Behind every BOO-tiful photo is a wagging tail, a curious sniff, and someone working hard to get those ears to perk up!

Take a peek behind the scenes of our Halloween photos at Hershey Road with Photos by Maddie Whited. Our pups brought plenty of personality, and we loved every minute! 🧡🐾

Does your dog strike a pose or keep the camera crew guessing?

Put those manners into motion! 🐕🏅Ready for a new training challenge with your pup? Our Rally Competition classes combine...
10/16/2026

Put those manners into motion! 🐕🏅

Ready for a new training challenge with your pup? Our Rally Competition classes combine obedience skills with the fun of navigating a course together, giving you and your dog a shared goal to work toward.

Classes begin November 1st at Playful Pups Retreat. Reach out to learn about class requirements and reserve your spot!

10/15/2026

Fall adventures look good on your pup—but a fresh, clean finish feels even better! 🍂🛁

Treat your dog to a Thera-Clean Microbubble Bath at Playful Pups Retreat. It’s a refreshing way to go from leaf-pile adventures to cozy couch cuddles. 🐾🤎

10/14/2026

🎄 Will little paws be joining your family this Christmas?

Along with the toys, treats, and cozy bed, give your puppy a foundation for a lifetime of learning! 🐶❤️

Our Puppy Social Skills Daycare offers opportunities to build confidence and practice everyday skills, while our Puppy Manners classes help your family learn and grow together.

Plan ahead for your newest family member! Ask about puppy programs at Playful Pups Retreat. 🐾

Good manners make everyday life with your dog more enjoyable! 🐾Our next Manners 1 and Manners 2 group training classes b...
10/14/2026

Good manners make everyday life with your dog more enjoyable! 🐾

Our next Manners 1 and Manners 2 group training classes begin November 1 at Playful Pups Retreat’s Hershey Road Daycare & Training Center in Elizabethtown!

Whether your dog is building a foundation or ready to strengthen skills they’ve already learned, our classes help you practice together, build confidence, and develop better everyday habits using positive training methods.

🎓 Manners 1: Build a foundation of basic manners and communication.
🎓 Manners 2: Continue developing those skills with new challenges.

Not sure which class is the right fit? Our training team is happy to help!

Contact us to learn more and reserve your dog’s spot. Let’s make progress together one paw at a time!

10/13/2026

Learning together, growing together! 🐾🎓

Our group training classes help you and your dog practice new skills, build communication, and strengthen your bond—with guidance and encouragement along the way.

From puppy foundations to polishing manners, let’s find a class that fits your pup!

Address

850 Milton Grove Rd N
Elizabethtown, PA
17022

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+17176893408

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