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The Best Dog Trainers in Michigan of 2024

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July 10, 2024

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This is a list of the top dog trainers in Michigan, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.

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    Jill Hassevoort

    KPA CTP

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training

    worldwide

    Jill Hassevoort is a certified professional trainer specializing in working with clients remotely to resolve fear, reactivity, and aggression concerns. She shares her life with two amazing bully breeds and enjoys being outdoors with them.


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    Jenn Gavin

    CPDT-KA, FPPE

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Agility training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Grand Rapids, Holland, Muskegon, Cadillac, Baldwin, Ludington; Kent County, Ottawa County.

    Jenn Gavin, CPDT-KA, FPPE is the owner and founding trainer at A Pleasant Dog. She has been rescuing and training dogs for over twenty-five years. For the last ten years, Jenn has focused her practice on anxious and aggressive animals, and has become one of the most trusted trainers working with aggressive animals in our state. Jenn works extensively with veterinarians and veterinary behavioris...


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    Dagny Kaspar

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Lansing, East Lansing, St Joseph, Dewitt, Mason, Charlotte, Grand Ledge, Haslett, Okemos, Bath, Williamston, Perry, Owosso, Eagle

    I'm Dagny! I've been a scientist from day one, and graduated from MSU with a BS in Genetics. Along the way, I met my mentor and discovered that dog training is a perfect blend of my two passions: dogs and science. Thus began my dog training career. I've learned from and practiced with experts in the field. I've studied (and will continue to study) the science behind canine behavior, evolution, ...


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    Jean Carew

    ABC-DT, ACBDC

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Puppy training

    South East Michigan

    Force Free Trainer Jean Carew spends her time living her passion; teaching dogs and their owners how to develop better relationships through training. She trains in both private and group class settings at all levels. Jean is passionate about all dogs but has a soft spot in her heart for those that are fearful or aggressive. As a result, she co-developed one of the area's most successful reacti...


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    Christine Fox

    CCPDT-KA, AKC Evaluator

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Macomb, Oakland, Hamilton

    Wag n Tails creator Christine Fox has over 20 years of experience loving, training, and working with dogs. She has translated her life's work into bite-size pieces that help dog lovers everywhere. Wag n Tails goes beyond dog training. Through our methods and approach, we promise an increase in love, abundance, patience, and mindfulness when it comes to understanding your pet. We believe pet own...


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    Laura Maihofer

    CPDT-KA CBCC-KA

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training

    Washtenaw County, Southfield, Virtual

    I'm Laura Maihofer, a certified canine behavior consultant and a veterinary technician assistant with a Bachelors in Zoology. I have been training dogs since 2015 and take joy in constantly furthering my education in training and behavior. I utilize cooperative, relationship-focused training to help people build positive and happy partnerships with their pets. My goal is to help people live pea...


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    Becky Kamp

    ABCDT

    Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Sterling Heights, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, Shelby Twp, Macomb, St. Clair Shores, Chesterfield, New Balitmore, Warren, Roseville, Madison Heights, Clawson, Maybee, Cadillac, Grosse Pointe Woods, Detroit, West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, Farmington, Berkley, etc...

    Since becoming a certified dog trainer in 2012, I have worked with many types of dogs, different breeds, temperaments and lifestyles.
    I can relate to dog owners who have behavioral issues in their home. I have a Beagle/Spaniel mix that loves to challenge me every day. I believe that all dogs and their owners are individual, and your training should be tailored to fit you and your dog.


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    Rose Adler

    CPDT-KA, CTDI

    Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Washtenaw County

    I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer who services clients remotely as well as in person in the Ann Arbor area of Michigan. My passion for dog training started in my early 20s with my first reactive dog - my first dog, in fact. When other training methods damaged our relationship, I started shadowing reinforcement based trainers in the area and at last found safety and compassion where I ne...


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    Jane Wolff

    CPDT-KA, CTC, CSAT, FFCP

    Aggressive dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Ypsilanti and surrounding area, remote nation wide

    Jane Wolff specializes in treating separation anxiety and is a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT). She also graduated with honors from The Academy for Dog Trainers (CTC), is certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and is Fear Free Certified¬Æ . She has been working with dogs profess...


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    Roz Granitz

    CTDI

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Off leash training

    Roz Granitz B.A., M.Ed., C.T.D.I. has shared her entire life with dogs. Her first dog, as an adult, was an Old English Sheepdog who was very rambunctious and in need of training. Through a friend she learned about obedience training. Roz and Hari signed up for an obedience class and they both were "hooked." Since that time Roz's training techniques have evolved from one of compulsion to one of ...


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    Laura Witkowski

    CTC, CSAT, CPDT-KA

    Ypsilanti MI

    Laura Witkowski is a graduate of the esteemed Academy for Dog Trainers (CTC) and certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT). Laura is Fear Free Certified¬Æ and has a particular interest in helping dogs with body handling and fear-related behavio...


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    Sarah Fox

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Agility training, Herding training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Metro Detroit

    Sarah Fox M.A. SHRM-CP is a dog trainer, retired dog sledder, and business professional with over two decades of experience and knowledge working with dogs and people.

    At Adventures With My Dogs, we use scientifically proven and modern positive reinforcement dog training methods for behavior change that creates a higher quality of life for you and your dog.

    Sarah specializes i...


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    Sara Alguire

    KPA CTP

    Puppy training

    Sara believes that work should be play and learning should be fun! A public school educator for 31 years, Sara has lived this philosophy as a special education teacher, school social worker, and summer camp director.

    Sara began incorporating her therapy dog, Duchess, into her work with children in 2005. This experience opened her eyes to the healing power of the human-animal bond. She ...


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    Delores Carter

    KPT-CTP, UW-AAB, FDM

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training

    Livingston and Washtenaw counties

    Delores is the founder of The Learning Dog Academy in Whitmore Lake, Michigan. She's a certified professional dog trainer (Karen Pryor Academy). Learning is a lifestyle for her (and her pups). Delores earned a certificate in Applied Animal Behavior (University of Washington), completed a certificate in Aggression in Dogs, and maintains certification as a fear-free trainer.

    Delores lov...


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    Jacqueline Drake

    Fear Free MS in Applied Animal Behavior and Welfare (in progress) IAABC CDBC (in progress) previous CPDT-KA

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training

    PinckneyDexterChelseaHowellBrightonSouth LyonGregoryWhitmore Lake

    Jacqueline is a current graduate student with Virginia Tech completing her Masters in Applied Animal Behavior and Welfare! She completed her undergrad studies at Eastern Michigan University where she was a research student under Dr. Jamie Cornelius studying bird behavior, and physiology. Jacqueline received her certification in Canine Emotion and Cognition from Duke University, and is pet CPR c...


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    Angela Schmorrow

    CSB-D (IAABC), KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Ann Arbor and surrounding areas (Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter, South Lyon, Plymouth, Canton, Whitmore Lake)

    Angela loves helping owners better understand their dogs using force-free methods and positive reinforcement that make training enjoyable for both people and dogs. She has a particular passion for helping dogs overcome fear, anxiety, and reactivity. Angela is a Certified Shelter Behavior Professional, a Karen-Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner, and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer.


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    Kj Johnson

    CPDT-KA

    Off leash training

    Ferndale, MI

    While new to dogs, KJ Johnson has an extensive background in training exotic animals. We have loved working with her in a variety of ways over the years, and are so thrilled to have her transition over to helping dogs and their people.


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    Nancy vonKoehnen

    Oakland and surrounding counties

    I've been training dogs for over 50 years always learning about the sports I train and compete in. I've been training people to train their dogs for over 40 years. I've been competing in dog sports for over 40 years. I've been learning from the world's top trainers for most all of those years using the most current, up to date training methods.


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    Kate Wilson

    "Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) as well a Certified Behavior Consultant (CBCC-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers Pet CPR and First Aide certified"

    Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training

    Kate is our Director of Training at K9 Turbo Training and is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) as well a Certified Behavior Consultant (CBCC-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. Kate has her Bachelors of Science from Michigan State University with a focus in Applied Animal Behavior and Neurobiology. She trains both dogs and exotic animals. Kate has h...


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    Dianna Heverly

    Licensed Veterinary Technician, Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner, Certified Fear Free-Veterinary, Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed.

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training

    Oakland County, West Bloomfield, Commerce Twp, White Lake

    I am a licensed veterinary technician with a passion for dog training. I have been training dogs in some form for over 20 years. I compete in IGP/schutzhund, agility, and rally. I love incorporating enrichment into the daily lives of dogs I am working with. I believe it is important to address the overall well-being of the dog when addressing problem behaviors.


The Best Ann Arbor, MI Dog Trainers In 2024

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    Jean Carew

    Force Free Trainer Jean Carew spends her time living her passion; teaching dogs and their owners how to develop better relationships through training. She trains in both private and group class settings at all levels. Jean is passionate about all dogs but has a soft spot in her heart for those that are fearful or aggressive. As a result, she co-developed one of the area's most successful reacti...

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    Laura Maihofer

    I'm Laura Maihofer, a certified canine behavior consultant and a veterinary technician assistant with a Bachelors in Zoology. I have been training dogs since 2015 and take joy in constantly furthering my education in training and behavior. I utilize cooperative, relationship-focused training to help people build positive and happy partnerships with their pets. My goal is to help people live pea...

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    Rose Adler

    I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer who services clients remotely as well as in person in the Ann Arbor area of Michigan. My passion for dog training started in my early 20s with my first reactive dog - my first dog, in fact. When other training methods damaged our relationship, I started shadowing reinforcement based trainers in the area and at last found safety and compassion where I ne...

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The Best Detroit, MI Dog Trainers In 2024

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    Becky Kamp

    Since becoming a certified dog trainer in 2012, I have worked with many types of dogs, different breeds, temperaments and lifestyles.
    I can relate to dog owners who have behavioral issues in their home. I have a Beagle/Spaniel mix that loves to challenge me every day. I believe that all dogs and their owners are individual, and your training should be tailored to fit you and your dog.

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    Dianna Heverly

    I am a licensed veterinary technician with a passion for dog training. I have been training dogs in some form for over 20 years. I compete in IGP/schutzhund, agility, and rally. I love incorporating enrichment into the daily lives of dogs I am working with. I believe it is important to address the overall well-being of the dog when addressing problem behaviors.

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    Kalie Wiser

    We offer a holistic approach to dog training that will help owners and their dogs reach their full potential.

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The Best Grand Rapids, MI Dog Trainers In 2024

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    Jenn Gavin

    Jenn Gavin, CPDT-KA, FPPE is the owner and founding trainer at A Pleasant Dog. She has been rescuing and training dogs for over twenty-five years. For the last ten years, Jenn has focused her practice on anxious and aggressive animals, and has become one of the most trusted trainers working with aggressive animals in our state. Jenn works extensively with veterinarians and veterinary behavioris...

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    Kaylee Benjamin

    Kaylee Cook-Benjamin is our licensed veterinary nurse with a passion for training both dogs AND cats!

    She is a Fear Free Elite certified professional, Certified Cat Friendly Veterinary Professional, and an Accredited Dog Trainer (ADT) with years of experience working in rescue and shelter environments. Kaylee completed an internship with Dr. Jill Sackman of Animal Behavior Consultants ...

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    Jason boasts

    “Established in 2022, Jason boasts a lifetime of canine expertise. In the late ’90s, he immersed himself in the world of wolves at Wolf Park in Battle Ground, IN, conducting hands-on research on wolf behaviors. His passion for animals led him to northern Wisconsin, where he joined a wolf tracking team while volunteering at local dog shelters.

    In 2020, Jason became a dog trainer for...

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The Best Lansing, MI Dog Trainers In 2024

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    Dagny Kaspar

    I'm Dagny! I've been a scientist from day one, and graduated from MSU with a BS in Genetics. Along the way, I met my mentor and discovered that dog training is a perfect blend of my two passions: dogs and science. Thus began my dog training career. I've learned from and practiced with experts in the field. I've studied (and will continue to study) the science behind canine behavior, evolution, ...

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Welcome to Michigan’s list of top dog trainers. The Michigan list is based on 1096 votes from the Sniffspot community. Only the Michigan dog trainers with the top number of votes made this list. Trainers are ordered by number of votes, with Jill Hassevoort at the top of this list with 151 votes.

Our rankings include trainers certified by CPDT-KA and CPDT-KA. They also specialize in Puppy training, In home training amongst other training programs.

Michigan dog trainer services include:

  • Puppy training
  • In home training
  • Reactive dog training
  • Aggressive dog training
  • Board and train
  • Agility training
  • Off leash training
  • Deaf dog training
  • Service dog training
  • Herding training
  • Protection/guard dog training

Dog trainers in Michigan selflessly set pets up for success. Jill Hassevoort shares why they chose this path: I originally became interested in training because I wanted to give Jack the best possible life that I could. As my knowledge of training and behavior grew, I became ever more passionate about alleviating the stress and worry that comes with being the guardian of a dog with behavior concerns, using reward-based methods to get the best results for both ends of the leash.. All 76 trainers on this Michigan list are committed to positive reinforcement. Trusted Michigan trainer, Jenn Gavin, uses the following methods: We use positive reinforcement. Our private training, consultations and behavior consultations involve an initial history taking process through which we develop management and training plans, taking into account the client's goals and priorities for their dogs. When necessary, we are comfortable and frequently worked with veterinarians in veterinary behaviorists as needed..

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FAQ: Top Puppy dog training Dog Trainers in Michigan

How did Sniffspot determine the best dog trainers in Michigan?

After collecting 1096 votes, we compiled a list of the top trainers in Michigan. These experts have proven their skills in Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, and more with Jill Hassevoort leading the pack.

What sets Jill Hassevoort apart in Michigan?

With certifications like KPA CTP, Jill Hassevoort offers a well-rounded approach to Aggressive dog training and Reactive dog training. They focus on Aggressive dog training, ensuring that each training session addresses specific behavior challenges.

What motivates Michigan dog trainers?

Jill Hassevoort began their journey into dog training because I originally became interested in training because I wanted to give Jack the best possible life that I could. As my knowledge of training and behavior grew, I became ever more passionate about alleviating the stress and worry that comes with being the guardian of a dog with behavior concerns, using reward-based methods to get the best results for both ends of the leash..

What’s the top training advice from Jill Hassevoort?

According to Jill Hassevoort, the key to successful Aggressive dog training training is If it's not a problem, it's not a problem. You don't have to train everything..

What do other trainers recommend in Michigan?

Jenn Gavin suggests focusing on Start by addressing your dog's underlying feelings about something before jumping to training obedience., Dagny Kaspar emphasizes Don't assume that you know your dog's motivation! We have a strong tendency to project our own feelings and quirks onto our dogs. This is almost always detrimental to the relationship because if we're not seeing the real problem, we're not able to fix it. If you think your dog is doing something to make you mad, to get back at you, or out of jealousy, you're probably heading down the wrong path..

What qualifications do these Michigan trainers have?

All of the trainers on our list hold certifications like Aggressive dog training, reflecting their expertise and commitment to professional development. Many also volunteer with Michigan rescue organizations.

Why are these qualifications important?

These certifications ensure that the trainers are well-versed in the latest Aggressive dog training and Reactive dog training training techniques, providing your Michigan dog with the best possible care.

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    Discover the American Staffordshire Terrier, a distinct breed celebrated for its playful, friendly, and loyal nature. Often confused with the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, a separate breed of British origin, the American Staffordshire Terrier (AmStaff) is considered a medium-sized dog. While both breeds share some similarities, the AmStaff is generally larger and has been developed as a distinct breed in the United States.

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    Explore the Australian Shepherd: Genuine Tips from 9,000+ Owners

    Discover the Australian Shepherd, an AKC breed celebrated for its trainable, playful, and affectionate nature. Despite its name, the Australian Shepherd is actually a native breed to the United States, originally developed to breed on farms and ranches. Considered a medium dog, Australian Shepherds were bred for herding beginning in the 1950s. As one of the high-energy breeds, Aussies are known for their boundless energy and need for regular exercise, including aerobic exercise.

Top dog names in the US

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    Top 1,000 Most Popular Dog Names

    Looking for the perfect dog name for your new pup? We have created filterable lists of dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative dog names.
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    Most Popular Male Dog Names

    Looking for the perfect dog name for your new male pup? We have created filterable lists of male dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative male dog names.
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    Most Popular Female Dog Names

    Looking for the perfect dog name for your new female pup? We have created filterable lists of female dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative female dog names.
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    Most Popular Golden Retriever Names

    Welcome to our comprehensive list of Golden Retriever dog names, curated from our vast database of Sniffspot users. Filter through hundreds of thousands of options by gender, breed, and state to discover the most adorable, original, and imaginative names for your beloved Golden Retriever.
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    Most Popular Labrador Retriever Names

    Welcome to our Labrador Retriever dog names page! Here you can browse through filterable lists of names for your beloved furry friend, ranging from cute and classic to unique and creative options. Our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users ensures you'll find the perfect name for your Labrador Retriever, whether you're seeking a name for a male or female, based on breed or state.

Top dog rescues in the US