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Doggy Daycare Center in Rochester & Henrietta NY Home Testimonials Articles Services Daycare Boarding Training Puppy Pathways Trails of Manners Master Trailblazers Policies Contact BOOK NOW CALM. . . NATURAL. . . UNLEASHED THAT’S THE FREE SPIRIT HOUNDS DIFFERENCE CONTACT US TODAY We don’t just manage dogs – we connect with them, creating a pack where every dog thrives. Welcome to Free Spirit Hounds, where your dog’s comfort and well-being are our top priority. As an owner-operated, live-on-site facility, we provide a calm and nurturing environment designed to make both you and your dog feel at ease. Our dedicated team offers the highest level of individualized care, ensuring that each dog receives the attention, affection, and tailored activities they deserve. Whether it’s daycare or overnight boarding, your furry friend will experience a stress-free, home-like atmosphere where they’re treated like family, giving you peace of mind while you’re away. DAYCARE Our on-site 24/7 presence creates a safe, relaxed environment where dogs can enjoy gentle group play and socialization at their own pace. With constant supervision and a consistent routine, we provide a calm, comfortable setting that nurtures both their well-being and happiness. LEARN MORE ABOUT DAYCARE A calm, stress-free boarding experience paired with structured enrichment is the ideal way to ensure your dog’s mental and emotional well-being while you’re away. Owners being on-site 24/7 ensures that every dog receives the personalized, constant care they need to feel secure, happy, and engaged. LEARN MORE ABOUT BOARDING BOARDING A calm, stress-free boarding experience paired with structured enrichment is the ideal way to ensure your dog’s mental and emotional well-being while you’re away. LEARN MORE ABOUT BOARDING TRAINING Training is more than just teaching your dog to follow rules—it’s about creating an open line of communication, strengthening your bond, and helping your dog feel secure and confident in the world around them. LEARN MORE ABOUT TRAINING Over 0 Families have experienced our expert care. Get To Know Us Hi, I’m Kristina, owner and head trainer at Free Spirit Hounds. With 28 years of experience in animal care, including dogs, cats, horses, and farm animals, I specialize in rare Japanese breeds like Kishu Ken, Akita Inu, and Shikoku Ken. As a breeder and enthusiast, I actively compete in conformation and various dog sports like Hog Baying, Barn Hunt, and Obedience. I’m also an AKC trainer with 10 years of experience, passionate about helping owners build strong, positive relationships with their dogs. After COVID, my husband, Jason, joined as a full-time caretaker and trainer-in-training. Together, we focus on quality over quantity, keeping our daycare, boarding, and training groups small to ensure individualized care for each dog. At Free Spirit Hounds, we provide a calm, quiet environment where dogs can embrace their wild side while engaging in proper socialization, enrichment, and training. Take An Adventure With Us CONTACT US TODAY What people are saying Kristina is truly amazing. The unique combination of care, compassion, and knowledge. I first met her when I needed a medical board for a special-needs dog and all the fancy medical kennels had proven to be a disaster. I constantly had to pick my dog for emergencies or shortly after I picked him up he developed an emergency. Once I started using Kristina, that was a thing of the past. She gave him the attention and the care that he needed. She is now taking care of my entire crew and I couldn’t be happier. She cares for and helps train my puppies. She gives my senior dogs the right environment. And she takes care of my kitties when I’m out of town. I trust her with their lives, and that says a lot. Polly S. So grateful to Kristina and her family. My pup loves going to spend the day with her and her pack and comes home happy and pooped every time! I also really appreciate how thoughtful she is about making sure that the pups she takes on are a good fit for the rest of the pack-which was super important to me when trying to find good socialization options for my little guy. Would absolutely recommend her to anybody looking for puppy daycare options. Kelly D. Kristina and her family are wonderful dog people. They took great care of our Siberian Husky and Pittbull-boxer. They have a huge backyard and fenced in kennel to provide for a wide range of dog needs. They are always quick to answer while you are away and send pictures. They go out of their way to provide a fun, safe environment for the dogs so they have a vacation too. Out of several sitters that were good, Kristina and her family are by far the best. Kathy L. Click Here to Read More Testimonials Take a peek at our new add-ons! SNUFFLE MAT Dog-friendly treats are hidden in a snuffle mat for addi