Empowering Southeast Michigan dogs and their families with the confidence to tackle daily life with gentle, effective training
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At Dogology University, we transform your dog’s behavior by addressing communication breakdowns, obedience challenges, and impulse control concerns.
Our holistic approach, guided by our innovative Focus Based training system, ensures a well-rounded and effective learning experience for you and your dog.
We are committed to empowering involved families with the knowledge and skills needed to confidently navigate real-life situations, without resorting to aversive training methods such as electronic collars.
Join us in building a harmonious and lasting bond with your canine companion.
These gorgeous girls came to us after going through another local trainer’s program. This trainer has been known to use aversive training methods, including putting shock collars on puppies! His methods made Lark & Hazel reactive to other people and dogs, and they barked whenever strange people or dogs came anywhere near them. What’s worse, they chased every squirrel they saw, and would bark up the tree at it after it escaped!
Using our Focus-Based Training methods, we’ve been able to get them over their fear of other dogs, and eliminated their separation anxiety. They now leave squirrels alone, and their parents can take them biking on the trails without a shock collar!
At Dogology University’s Boarding School Program, we present an exclusive fusion of focus-based training and individualized care within a well-organized setting.
Our seasoned trainers lead the program, customizing their approach to address the unique needs of each student, ensuring effective learning and behavior modification through two, four, and six-week programs.
Our campus is designed to offer a secure and nurturing space for our students, and we keep owners engaged through regular updates and weekly private lessons.
What sets our program apart is actively involving parents through daily progress updates, weekly private lessons, and weekends at home for a gradual reintroduction, ensuring ongoing success and a smooth adjustment for students returning home.
This comprehensive and family-oriented training program is the ideal choice for busy pet owners committed to fostering the well-being, harmony, and lasting bonds with their beloved canine companions.
Day School is a dog training experience like no other in Southeast Michigan. Designed as an innovative solution for busy pet owners looking for professional training for their dogs, this program combines the convenience of daytime training with the expertise of our skilled trainers.
Every Monday through Friday, we pick your dog up in the morning, and take them for structured training and field trips, focusing on essential obedience skills and socialization.
Dogs enjoy a day filled with structured activities, learning, and play, tailored to their individual needs and behavior goals. The program also includes owner education, ensuring seamless integration of training techniques at home.
With flexible scheduling and a commitment to positive reinforcement, Dogology University’s Day School Program is perfect for those looking to enhance their dog’s behavior and social skills in a supportive and engaging environment.
Dogology University’s Group Classes offer a dynamic and interactive way for dogs and their owners to learn at a self paced rate.
These classes focus on building essential obedience skills, socialization, and addressing common obedience challenges in a group setting.
Led by experienced trainers, these sessions not only provide practical training techniques but also foster a community atmosphere where owners can share experiences and tips.
The group format encourages dogs to learn in the presence of other canines, enhancing their social skills.
Ideal for those seeking a collaborative and supportive training environment, Dogology University’s Group Classes are perfect for enhancing the bond between dogs and their owners while mastering key obedience skills.
All of our customized training programs start with a complimentary phone consultation. This initial call allows you to give us the background on your dog’s specific situation and needs, discuss your goals, and understand your dog’s behavior and learning style.
Using these insights, we will then create a personalized training program that is aligned with your dog’s unique personality and your specific training goals.
Once we’ve chatted with you about your dog and your goals, the next step is to schedule an hour-long meet and greet. This will allow us to see how you and your dog interact, and gives us a chance to get to know each other.
We have a comprehensive practical assessment that we’ll use to evaluate your dog, then use that information to provide you with a tailored training program that sets your dog up for success.
We prioritize placing our students in the right program from the outset, ensuring optimal outcomes for both canine companions and their families.
After a thorough evaluation session with you and your dog, our experienced trainers will provide a detailed assessment and recommend the perfect program based on our findings.
Once you’ve selected a start date for your dog, we’ll send you and your pup an acceptance letter to prepare for your first day, along with a comprehensive student handbook. In that, you’ll find all of the necessary details to ensure that you and your pup get the most from your time with us.
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At Dogology University, we employ our distinctive 3-Point Teaching Method to guarantee effective canine and human learning, and lasting behavioral change for both the dog and their parents.
We focus on teaching the dogs, educating the parents, and providing ongoing support and aftercare beyond the initial training program, ensuring comprehensive support throughout your entire journey with us.
At the heart of our methodology lies focus-based dog training. We adhere to a comprehensive approach encompassing clear communication with the dog and the human, ensuring that both parties understand what is being asked of them, and refining the behavior by testing it in different environments (ie proofing for perfection).
Our trainers specialize in capturing and maintaining your dog’s attention, fostering an environment where learning is not only effective but also enjoyable. This focus-driven training system establishes a profound connection between the dog and the family, resulting in more responsive and enthusiastic learning experiences.
The cornerstone of our method is engagement-based learning. We believe that a dog's focus is the key to successful training. Our trainers specialize in capturing and maintaining your dog's attention, creating an environment where learning is not just effective but also enjoyable. This approach fosters a deeper connection between the dog and the trainer, leading to more responsive and enthusiastic learning.
Our main focus is (and always has been) helping families understand how to reinforce the skills that their dogs learn with our trainers in real-world environments. We are one hundred percent committed to making you a part of your dog’s training, which is why we hold weekly lessons with you and your dog.
When we first meet, we talk together about what the family wants their dog to learn, and tailor our training program around their goals. Whether you’re teaching your new puppy to sit or perfecting your older dog’s off-leash recall, we’ve got you covered.
Every week, we share videos of your dog’s training, so everyone can see how it’s going. In our weekly meetings, we teach you all about our training methods, show them what your dog has learned, and practice together to make sure everyone understands. This way, your whole family can have fun and succeed in learning with your dog!
Recognizing that every dog is an individual, we tailor our training programs to suit each dog's unique personality, learning style, and specific needs. This customization ensures that we address the particular challenges and strengths of your dog, whether it's mastering basic obedience, overcoming behavioral issues, or achieving advanced training goals. Our programs are flexible, adapting to the dog's progress and the owner's expectations.
After you and your dog complete your initial training sessions, we offer support through weekly group classes and online courses to help you and your dog continue learning and doing well.
In our experience, we’ve found that canine and human learning is always ongoing, and we’re committed to helping you and your dog thrive in your new-found partnership together.
If you’re busy and you’d like even more support, we offer daycare services where our trainers can take your pup for the day to brush up on their skills. We’re here to make sure you and your whole family succeed!
Our teaching method goes beyond basic commands and obedience. We focus on the holistic development of your dog, encompassing socialization, behavioral conditioning, and emotional well-being. This comprehensive approach ensures that your dog is not only well-trained but also well-adjusted, confident, and happy. We aim to nurture well-rounded dogs who are capable of thriving in various environments and situations.
Unlock your dog’s full potential with Dogology University – where effective, shock-free training meets confidence for real-life harmony.
With Dogology University’s positive, shock-free training methods. Achieve a responsive, well-mannered, and confident dog without the use of shock collars. Call now to start seeing results!