About Doglando

Canine enrichment on East Colonial Drive

Doglando is a canine enrichment center at 12276 E Colonial Drive in Orlando, founded by Teena Patel. It gives dogs free range of a 6-acre, nature-rich outdoor campus and describes its model of care as Canine Enrichment, built on the belief that dogs learn best off-leash, in nature and through play. Doglando says it began giving dogs the freedom of space in 2003.

Training

Puppies 8 to 13 weeks old start with the Potty Training and Puppy Development program, then move into the 6-week Pre-K9 training for puppies 4 to 6 months old. Adult dogs and puppies 7 months and older begin with the Adult Dog Foundations program. A Canine Skill Building track is also offered.

Enrichment and extras

The enrichment program has staff it calls Play Professors working with dogs in mixed groups of breeds, ages and sizes. Members can add swimming, weekly baths and a Dog Bus pickup in Avalon Park, Stoneybrook East, Eastwood and Waterford Lakes.

What to ask

Schedule a tour and ask about program pricing and membership. The phone number is (407) 574-3160.