The Dog Stop – Cincinnati Central

All-inclusive care with certified trainers

The Dog Stop Cincinnati Central is a full-service, "all-inclusive dog care" facility, locally owned and operated by Mary Beth Schutter. It runs out of a "13,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art dog daycare, boarding, and grooming facility" and adds training and retail to the mix. The training side is staffed by named, certified trainers: Gianna holds a CPDT-KA certification and Rob is certified through Animal Behavior College.

A clearly stated training philosophy

Unlike many directory listings, this one names its method directly: the site emphasizes "science-based, positive reinforcement training" and follows "Fear Free principles, ensuring a calm, positive experience that prioritizes your dog's emotional wellbeing." That makes it an easy recommendation for owners who specifically want force-free, reward-based training under one roof with daycare, boarding, and grooming. Specific class details for the Cincinnati Central location aren't fully spelled out on the page, so owners should confirm current training program options, but the credentials and stated philosophy are unusually transparent for this kind of multi-service operation.