Business Details
Meadow Run: Premier Dog Boarding & Training in Richfield
Meadow Run was founded on a deep commitment to animal welfare and positive training methods. With over 40 years of hands-on experience in veterinary care, animal behavior, and competitive dog sports, our team combines scientific expertise with a passion for creating harmonious relationships between dogs and their owners. Our 25-acre facility in Richfield, Ohio, offers a serene, farm-based environment where dogs receive individualized attention, structured play, and enrichment activities. We specialize in science-backed training programs tailored to each dog's unique needs, including scentwork, obedience, and behavior modification. Our boarding services prioritize comfort and safety, featuring climate-controlled accommodations and private outdoor access.As active participants in dog rescue and community education, we emphasize transparency, continuous learning, and ethical practices. Our certifications through the Karen Pryor Academy and C-WAGS Scent Work Judge program reflect our dedication to industry-leading standards. We maintain open communication with clients, providing progress updates and personalized care plans. By integrating clicker training and positive reinforcement, we foster joyful, cooperative learning experiences. Our facility's proximity to Cleveland and Akron makes us accessible while maintaining a peaceful rural setting.
Services
Dog Boarding
Dog Training
Private Lessons
Puppy School
Scentwork Lessons
Boarding with Training
Facility Tours
Product Sales
Nosework Training
Dog Socialization
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of veterinary and animal behavior expertise.
- Our 25-acre facility provides a stress-free, natural environment.
- We use science-backed clicker training and positive reinforcement methods.
- Our staff includes certified scent work judges and instructors.
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to each dog's needs.
Associations and certifications
- Karen Pryor Academy
- C-WAGS (Competition-Wide Association of Gundog Sports)
Services
Dog Boarding
Our boarding facility offers climate-controlled indoor spaces with private outdoor access for each dog. Kuranda beds and daily fresh bedding ensure comfort while covered runs protect from weather elements. Dogs enjoy supervised play on K-9 grass surfaces and receive individual attention throughout their stay.
Dog Training
Customized training programs focus on positive reinforcement and prevention of unwanted behaviors. Services include obedience training, scentwork instruction, and behavior modification for problem-solving. Programs adapt to each dog's breed, age, and personality characteristics.
Private Lessons
Personalized training sessions conducted at our facility or client homes. Lessons address specific goals like leash walking, house training, or advanced obedience. Home visits help implement training solutions in the dog's natural environment.
Puppy School
Specialized program for puppies 8 weeks to 6 months old. Focuses on socialization, house training, and basic obedience. Lessons teach owners to prevent behavioral issues while providing enrichment activities for proper development.
Scentwork Lessons
Nosework instruction develops dogs' natural scent detection abilities. Programs prepare dogs for competition or provide mental stimulation through search-and-find activities. Based on professional detection dog training techniques adapted for pet owners.
People
Stacy Totten
Proprietor
Stacy combines veterinary pharmaceutical expertise with decades of animal care experience. Certified Karen Pryor Academy graduate and C-WAGS Scent Work Judge, she specializes in positive reinforcement training methods. Active in dog rescue and competitive nosework sports.
Questions
What makes Meadow Run's boarding different from typical kennels?
Our dogs enjoy private indoor/outdoor spaces, individual attention, and a farm environment with nature preserve access. Climate-controlled facilities include Kuranda beds and K-9 grass play areas.
Do you offer training for specific dog behavior issues?
Yes, we specialize in behavior modification using positive reinforcement. Our programs address leash pulling, excessive barking, separation anxiety, and socialization challenges through customized solutions.
Can I tour the facility before boarding my dog?
We encourage facility tours with your dog. Visits help dogs acclimate positively to the environment. Tours available by appointment, with special Sunday evening hours for after-hours access.
What training methods do you use?
We exclusively use positive reinforcement techniques including clicker training. Our methods focus on rewarding desired behaviors rather than correcting unwanted ones, creating willing, enthusiastic canine participants.
Do you provide services for working or competition dogs?
Yes, we offer scentwork training for competition preparation. Our nosework programs develop detection skills through structured exercises that build confidence and mental engagement for working dogs.
