Owned and operated by the founders of The Marvelous Mutts, the Hudson Valley Dog Farm provides training and boarding services on a bucolic farm in the Hudson Valley.

Kara Gilmore and Nadja Palenzuela are the owners of the Hudson Valley Dog Farm. Kara currently manages The Dog Farm and oversees the care of every single dog in our program. Kara has been training dogs for over 20 years. She has trained dozens of her own rescued dogs to be performing stars with The Marvelous Mutts, who have been featured on national television and in exciting performances all over the country.  Since 2018, Kara has been caring for and training dogs at the Hudson Valley Dog Farm, and caring for other people’s pets has become her passion.

Nadja still primarily travels with The Marvelous Mutts performing at events with her performance dogs all over the country. When Nadja is not on the road performing, you can spot her at The Dog Farm, giving specialized seminars and private training in multiple dog sports.

FACILITY:  The Hudson Valley Dog Farm boasts a beautiful 8-acre farm in Columbia County, NY. When Kara and Nadja first visited the farm, they knew it was meant to be a paradise for dogs, so in 2009, they purchased the property. The Dog Farm boasts multiple fenced paddocks of rolling fields for dog play, training and exercise, and clean country air in a peaceful, quiet setting. There is also a beautiful indoor training space for individual training, group classes, and seminars. When training, play and exercise is done for the day, the dogs curl up in a nice cozy spot for a great night’s sleep. The Hudson Valley Dog Farm is the ultimate location for dogs to train, play and stay.

YOUR DOG at the FARM:  The Dog Farm is a small, dog-focused destination where each dog’s experience is carefully curated to meet their needs, and each dog gets individual attention. Whether they're romping in the sprawling fields or cuddled up in cozy kennels, our dedicated team of caregivers ensures that each dog receives the love, attention, and exercise they need. Whether it's training sessions that sharpen their skills, or carefully selected play groups, we prioritize each dog’s well-being and happiness above all else. We take pride in providing a nurturing environment where your dog(s) thrive, ensuring they are healthy, socialized, and enjoying their stay with us.

We were on GOOD MORNING AMERICA!
Marvelous dogs perform across the nation, promoting adoption

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