The Canine Academy

Specialties

Canine Academy is a full-​service dog boarding and training facility dedicated to providing an exceptional customer service experience to you and your dog. Recommended by local veterinarians, Canine Academy welcomes all breeds and all ages to enjoy the benefits of state of the art, sanitary facilities and personalized care.

History

Established in 2005.

Brian Snyder — After receiving his BA in History from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 1994, Brian pursued a career as a race car driver, taught in the Santa Barbara County School system, and worked at New Horizon’s Group Home for Special Needs persons. Brian went on to join the U.S. Marine Corps shortly after 9÷11÷2001, and upon return to civilian life, decided to pursue his passion for helping dogs and their owners get the most fun and enjoyment out of their relationship.

Meet the Business Owner

Brian S.

Business Owner

Brian was born in upstate New York and grew up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the son of a retired insurance company executive and an artist. Brian’s older brother is a Sociology professor at Baruch College and his younger brother is a film editor and professional skateboarder.

After receiving his BA in History from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 1994, Brian pursued a career as a race car driver, taught in the Santa Barbara County School system, and worked at New Horizon’s Group Home for Special Needs persons.

Brian went on to join the U.S. Marine Corps shortly after 9÷11÷2001, and upon return to civilian life, decided to pursue his passion for helping dogs and their owners get the most fun and enjoyment out of their relationship.