20+
Years in Business
We've been helping dogs live their happiest and healthiest life for over two decades now.
4.6+
Google Review Rating
We have over 100+ google reviews from happy dog owners over the years.
Junction
Located
We're a family owned local business in the heart of the Junction in Toronto.
Something for every dog in the neighbourhood
Whether your pup needs a busy day of play, a calm walk, or a little help learning the ropes, it's all right here in The Junction.
Our Signature Programs
Those first few months go by so fast.
For puppies 3 to 6 months, our signature day school builds the good stuff early: confidence, social skills, potty routines, and knowing how to settle. You get a head start, and your pup gets a happy, structured place to grow while you're at work.
You and your puppy figuring it out side-by-side.
Small, force-free classes where we walk through the real things together: biting, house training, leash manners, and learning to read what your puppy is telling you. You leave each week understanding the why, not just the how.
A second home for the hours you can't be there.
Small groups sorted by size, age, and energy, a proper midday walk, and quiet rest zones for when the zoomies wear off. Your dog comes home happy, tired, and known by name, never lost in a crowd.
The long walk you wish you always had time for.
Off-leash trail adventures for social, high-energy pups who love a pack. Calm, structured on-leash walks for dogs who do better with space and quiet.
We match the walk to your dog, not the other way around.
Gentle and unhurried grooms.
We never rush a dog or hold them down to get the job done. Perfect for puppies getting their very first haircut, seniors who need a little extra patience, and anxious pups who deserve to feel safe on the grooming table.
Why families across west Toronto trust Dog Lounge
Positive, force-free training
Every interaction is rooted in kindness and positive reinforcment. Not punishment based methods.
Enrichment, not just exercise
Mental stimulation, confidence-building & emotional wellbeing is weaved into each of our services, included daycare.
Small groups, big attention
Dogs are separated by size, energy and temperament to make sure they are all comfortable, happy and safe.
Your dog is known by name
We are small family-run business. We cherish getting to know other local families and their pups.
Meet Laura, owner of Dog Lounge
I'm Laura Attard, the proud owner and operator of Dog Lounge, a small family-owned puppy school, training, daycare, and grooming facility nestled in Toronto's Junction neighbourhood. Our signature Puppy Day School and Puppy Training Classes are what we're best known for, but everything we do is rooted in the same philosophy: kindness, enrichment, and understanding your dog as an individual.
I started my career as a veterinary technician specializing in integrative therapies, canine nutrition, and dog behaviour. Over 20 years later, that foundation continues to shape every part of how my team and I care for dogs here.
Dog Lounge is a place where dogs and their owners feel at home, and if you'd let me I'd love to get to know you and your pup.
It only takes 30 seconds.
Getting started is easy.
1
Book
Fill out the form on this page and we'll reach out to you to schedule a time that works for both of us to have you come in to meet with us and see our facility.
2
Visit
Stop by Dog Lounge with your pup. We'll show you around, answer all your questions, and spend some one-on-one time with your dog.
3
Get Started
Together, we'll recommend the right service for your dog whether that's puppy day school, puppy training, daycare, or dog walking.You'll feel confident from day one.
It only takes 30 seconds.
What west Toronto families say
Our dog Whalen has been to 5 different daycares in his life as we have moved around and the Dog Lounge is by far the best one we have been to!
Laura and her team are so knowledgeable and you can tell how much they care about the dogs. Our dog has been anxious when we've taken him to other daycares but he is so excited and happy every time we take him to the Dog Lounge.
After moving out of the neighbourhood for a few years, we are so excited to be back so Whalen can go to daycare at the Dog Lounge again
- Paula Murray
We love the Dog Lounge!
The daycare program has already made a big difference for my puppy, and she's only been there twice. She literally runs to the door when we walk by.
I also highly recommend their training programs. Devany is super helpful and knowledgeable, and we're already making great progress with training (which says a lot after our struggles with a previous trainer that didn’t work for us). I am so glad we found her!
- Samantha Gualtieri
The Dog Lounge is truly a gem.
We’ve been using their services for both boarding and dog walking since 2001, and it’s such a relief knowing our dogs are in great hands.
The staff genuinely care about the dogs—they treat them like family. The boarding facilities are clean and well-maintained, and the dogs always come home happy and tired from all the fun they’ve had.We also use their grooming services, and we’re always so pleased with how fresh and energetic our dogs look after each visit.
- Shannon Patterson
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