We avoid shared water bowls or toys, washing them after each use. Our facility is cleaned nightly by a commercial service using hospital-grade supplies.

We offer Puppy School and Puppy Socialization every Wednesday from 6PM to 8PM. Puppy School are one-hour training lesson with owners, followed by socialization. Puppy Socialization are drop-off sessions for supervised puppy socialization by our training team. Register at https://lecaacademy.com/group-classes.

No, Puppy Socials are drop-off playdates. Just like kids, dogs need to build confidence independently, and our trainers supervise to encourage interaction and growth.

No, we don’t offer real-time video feeds for customers. We use 24/7 security cameras for safety, but our dogs are supervised by staff 100% of the time and receive plenty of individual attention. If you’d like an update on your dog’s day, feel free to call us—we’d love to chat!

Yes, we take dogs out multiple times daily. They don’t always do their business, but we always offer the opportunity.

We don’t offer grooming services at this time.

Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM–7:00 PM; Saturday–Sunday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.

We avoid shared water bowls or toys, washing them after each use. Our facility is cleaned nightly by a commercial service using hospital-grade supplies.

Except for puppies, we require Bordetella, Rabies, and Distemper vaccinations for School and Boarding dogs. Our strict policy means we must turn away any dog not current on these vaccines.

Yes. Every dog that boards with us starts with the free assessment — without exception. It's how we know your dog's temperament, triggers, routine, and what makes them feel safe. That information is what makes their first boarding stay go right instead of going sideways.

Except for puppies, we require Bordetella, Rabies, and Distemper vaccinations for School and Boarding dogs. Our strict policy means we must turn away any dog not current on these vaccines.

We pause school memberships during boarding, so your credits wait until you return.

No, we don’t offer real-time video feeds for customers. We use 24/7 security cameras for safety, but our dogs are supervised by staff 100% of the time and receive plenty of individual attention. If you’d like an update on your dog’s day, feel free to call us—we’d love to chat!

Yes, 24/7. We have staff that are on site 24/7, regardless of day of week, holidays, or the weather. We train our boarding staff to the same standards as our day staff to ensure they are familiar and effective with each dog.

Boarding includes Blue Buffalo premium food (beef or fish, kibble or wet). If you have specific instructions or prefer your own food, we’ll use it at no extra charge.

From 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, dogs follow the School schedule with regular walks, play, and training. From 6:00 PM to 8:00 AM, they’re walked as needed—at least three times in our yard—and enjoy agility room play to ensure a restful night

No injections, but we can administer topical creams or pills with clear instructions.

Yes, call between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM for updates. Night calls can disrupt the dogs, so we avoid them.

School is our unique program designed specifically for dogs, blending socialization and training. Dogs rotate between socialization, training, enrichment, playtime, and walks. Enrollment includes progress reports, homework, one-on-one consultations with our trainers, and access to group classes.

Visit our website at https://lecaacademy.com/visit to schedule a free consultation and facility tour. We require a meeting with your dog before approving enrollment to ensure our program and facility are a good fit.

Except for puppies, we require Bordetella, Rabies, and Distemper vaccinations for School and Boarding dogs. Our strict policy means we must turn away any dog not current on these vaccines.

We form playgroups based on each dog’s play style and temperament. We have one group for active players and another for more timid dogs. If needed, we create additional groups to prevent overcrowding. We cap groups at 25 dogs—typically 15-20—and they’re always supervised by a trainer.

They’ll stay in our training rooms between sessions with our training team. Our primary goal during this time is to build your dog’s confidence and social skills, preparing them to join a playgroup, even if just passively.

After an initial trial, School enrollment becomes a monthly membership with options of 3, 4, or 5 days per week, plus a self-paced option for long-term students. Memberships include progress reports, homework, one-on-one trainer consultations, group classes, and agility room access. Memberships can start any day—no need to wait until the 1st. For example, 3x/week includes 13 sessions, and 4x/week includes 18. You can use these credits flexibly throughout the month (e.g., twice one week, four times the next), though dogs thrive on consistency. We pause memberships for absences of one week or more, so you never lose sessions.

Yes, we currently offer an initial 5-visit package, The Jump Start, for $200, including at least one in-depth one-on-one training session with our trainers at our facility.

f your dog stays over 4 hours, we shift from training to enrichment and playtime, rotating them between socialization and play. After School costs $15 for the whole day—whether it’s an extra hour or five. We understand life happens, so we don’t charge this fee until after the 5th hour.

No, we don’t offer real-time video feeds for customers. We use 24/7 security cameras for safety, but our dogs are supervised by staff 100% of the time and receive plenty of individual attention. If you’d like an update on your dog’s day, feel free to call us—we’d love to chat!

No, we don’t have facilities or processes to store or feed meals safely. However, your dog will get plenty of treats and water throughout the day. If your dog has allergies or you prefer us to use your treats, we’re happy to accommodate.

Yes, we offer water to every dog multiple times throughout the day.

We pause memberships for absences of one week or more, so your credits wait until you return.

You can make up missed sessions on another day or week. For longer illnesses, we’ll pause your membership until your dog is ready to return.

Yes, we take dogs out multiple times daily. They don’t always do their business, but we always offer the opportunity.

It could be weather, yard play, or just dogs being dogs—slobber happens! We try to keep them clean, but our program includes outdoor walks, playtime, and socialization.

We don’t offer grooming services at this time.

Other dogs and our staff! We ensure dogs interact with multiple people and group them by play style. For confidence-building, we may create small groups with neutral dogs to boost tolerance.

Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM–7:00 PM; Saturday–Sunday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.

We strive to keep our facility clean and disease-free, but like human schools, illnesses can spread. If your dog seems sick, visit your vet and call us with a diagnosis.

We avoid shared water bowls or toys, washing them after each use. Our facility is cleaned nightly by a commercial service using hospital-grade supplies.

No, beyond availability. Use them any day—including holidays—as long as we have space. Credits don’t expire and can be used together or spread out.

Yes — LECA 101, 102, 103, Leash Manners & Reactivity, and AKC CGC Prep are all included in the school membership. Puppy Socialization ($15/session) and Puppy School ($200/4-week course) are available to any puppy owner — no membership required. Workshops (Pet CPR & First Aid, Junior Trainers) are open to everyone.

Yes — and that's the point. We need to meet your dog, not just hear about them. Bring them on leash and let us take it from there. The assessment is as much for your dog's benefit as yours.

Absolutely — these are exactly the dogs LECA is built for. The assessment is how we figure out the right approach before day one, not a test your dog can pass or fail. Bring them as they are.

Because a dog's first day sets the tone for everything that follows. We need to know your dog's temperament, triggers, and routine before we place them in a group or pair them with a handler. The assessment is how we get that right — for your dog and for every other dog already in our care. It also gives you a chance to meet the team, tour the facility, and leave with a plan before committing to anything.

Your dog on leash, their favorite treats if they're food-motivated, and any context that's helpful — behavioral history, what you've tried before, what's working and what isn't. The more we know going in, the more useful the assessment.

Plan for 30–45 minutes. It's a conversation, a dog meeting, and a facility walkthrough — not a formal evaluation. It goes by quickly.

We're at 86 Lackawanna Ave, Suite 305, Woodland Park, NJ 07424. There's free parking in the lot outside the building. If you have any trouble finding us, call us at 877.381.LECA (5322) and we'll talk you in.

Yes. We sanitize the playroom with professional-grade disinfectant before every Puppy Socialization session specifically because we know many puppies are not yet fully vaccinated. The socialization window is too critical to miss — so we built the safety protocol around that reality. If your puppy has had at least their first set of shots, reach out and we'll walk you through what's required.

Yes. Puppy School runs 6–7 PM and Socialization runs 6–8 PM, so many families come for Puppy School first, then stay for Socialization. It makes for a very productive Wednesday — and a very tired puppy.

If you're new to training or this is your first dog, start with LECA 101. If your dog has some foundation but you're dealing with a specific challenge — pulling, lunging, reactivity — Leash Manners & Reactivity is often the faster path. Not sure? Schedule a free consultation and your trainer will tell you exactly where to start.

Yes — LECA 101, 102, 103, Leash Manners & Reactivity, and AKC CGC Prep are all included in the school membership. Puppy Socialization ($15/session) and Puppy School ($200/4-week course) are available to any puppy owner — no membership required. Workshops (Pet CPR & First Aid, Junior Trainers) are open to everyone.

We recommend the progression — 101 → 102 → 103 — for best results. But if your dog already has solid foundational skills, your trainer may recommend starting at 102 or a specialty class. We'll assess your dog during your consultation and guide you to the right starting point.

Reactive dogs are welcome — and LECA 103 and Leash Manners & Reactivity are specifically designed for them. We'll assess your dog first to confirm the class environment is appropriate and to structure the experience accordingly. Our trainers are experienced with reactivity and will support your dog throughout.

Yes, anyone can join our group classes without a membership. Register at https://lecaacademy.com/group-classes.