Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Concord, NH
Finlayson's Pet Care Center has been dedicated to providing comprehensive pet care services since 2016. With over three decades of combined experience in animal training and grooming, our team specializes in obedience training, service dog certification, and professional pet grooming. We utilize positive reinforcement techniques to address behavioral issues while maintaining a safe, stress-free environment for all animals.Our grooming services cater to dogs and cats of all breeds without the use of sedatives, and we offer daycare and boarding programs designed for social, well-adjusted pets. Located in Concord and Chichester, New Hampshire, we serve clients across the region with personalized attention to each animal's unique needs.
Services
Dog Training
Pet Grooming
Daycare Services
Service Dog Certification
Boarding
Therapy Dog Training
Puppy Classes
Behavioral Consultation
Pet Bathing
Nail Trimming
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined experience in animal training and grooming
- Our positive reinforcement training methods address specific behavioral issues
- Grooming services provided without the use of sedatives for pet safety
- Specialized service dog training program with expert evaluation process
- Small-scale grooming operations ensure personalized attention for each pet
Services
Dog Training
Our dog training programs address behavioral issues through positive reinforcement techniques. We offer private lessons for aggression management and group classes for basic to advanced obedience. With over three decades of experience, our certified trainers help dogs of all breeds develop proper socialization and command response skills.
Pet Grooming
Professional grooming services for dogs and cats include bathing, dematting, nail clipping, and specialized cuts. Our experienced groomers work without sedatives in a stress-free environment, handling all breeds with care. We offer premium services like hand stripping, flea baths, and dental care with flexible scheduling options.
Daycare Services
Our exclusive daycare program accommodates up to 15 dogs daily in a play-focused environment. Social dogs enjoy outdoor activities with regular vaccine requirements ensuring safety. The program requires weekly commitment and maintains strict size and temperament guidelines to create optimal socialization experiences for participating pets.
Service Dog Certification
Granite State Service Dogs program develops specialized service animals through rigorous training and evaluation. Our certification process includes public access testing and personalized training for specific assistance tasks. The program follows strict approval protocols to ensure each service dog meets required standards for handler support.
Boarding
Night camp boarding services provide safe overnight accommodations for daycare clients. Pets enjoy continuous playtime and familiar routines in our small-scale facility. We maintain consistent care standards with required vaccinations and health protocols to ensure all boarded animals receive proper attention and supervision.
People
Mary Finlayson
Owner
Mary Finlayson has over 30 years of experience in animal training and grooming. She developed Finlayson's Pet Care Center's positive reinforcement training methods and established the Granite State Service Dogs program. Her expertise includes competitive dog showing and specialized grooming techniques for show animals.
Questions
What training options are available for aggressive dogs?
Private lessons specifically address aggression issues through positive reinforcement techniques. Sessions cover territorial, leash, and food-related aggression with customized behavior modification plans.
Do you groom cats and exotic pets?
Yes, we provide grooming services for cats and rabbits including brushing, trimming, and nail care. Special handling protocols apply for feline clients requiring sedation.
What are the requirements for daycare enrollment?
Dogs must be spayed/neutered by 12 months, weigh 30-70 lbs, and demonstrate good social behavior. Required vaccinations include rabies, distemper, and kennel cough with regular fecal testing.
How does service dog certification work?
The process requires initial evaluation, specialized training for specific tasks, and public access testing. Approval from Mary Finlayson and Granite State Service Dogs is required before training begins.
What grooming price ranges should I expect?
Basic baths start at $45 while full grooming packages range from $65 to $250 depending on breed, coat type, and required services.
Can I schedule emergency grooming appointments?
We maintain limited availability for urgent grooming needs but require 24-hour cancellation notice to avoid full payment charges.
