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There is a lot of information on how to train your dog, from using a local trainer to online instruction to do-it-yourself. And this section by no means covers everything. But it is a great start!
Looking for an actual, in-person dog trainer? There are Ann Arbor dog trainers, several dog trainers just outside Ann Arbor, and some mobile dog trainers (they come to you!). The listing at the bottom of this page lists local trainers in the greater Washtenaw County area, including a pet first aid training company. The listing (in alphabetical order, starting with Ann Arbor dog trainers) includes their location and contact information (just click on their name to go to their web site), and whether they offer in-your-home or one-on-one training (and the areas they serve, if applicable). Note that costs can vary a good deal between trainers, and the techniques they use may also vary from trainer to trainer. So do your homework, talk to them, and find someone you are comfortable with.
Prefer online training? There are a lot of resources available online, and we have listed only a few of the better ones that we are aware of. This includes two of the most popular trainers around, Cesar Millan and Victoria Stilwell. Again, costs vary. And don't be afraid to check out others you may find.
For those of you that like to do-it-yourself, we have included some dog training videos. The videos are from Victoria Stilwell, and the tips are from the ASPCA.
And finally, we list a couple of Pet First Aid training resources.
If you are a local trainer and are not on our list, please contact us at info@pet-n-play.com. We are happy to include you! Or if you know of a trainer that is not on the list, or one that is on the list that is no longer in business, please let us know.
We hope you will find something that works best for you. Good luck!
Training Your Dog - Training tips from the ASPCA
Victoria Stilwell - Dog training videos
Victoria Stilwell - More dog training videos
Positively Victoria Stilwell - Online training, videos, tips, and much more
Cesar Millan - Achieving balance and harmony. Training and DVD's
The Online Dog Trainer - by Doggy Dan - $37 per month, with a $1 three-day test trial
Secrets to Dog Training - by Kingdom of Pets - $39.95, with one free course
Pet First Aid Training
There are a number of online companies that offer pet first aid training. The only one we are familiar with is the American Red Cross. They offer an online only pet first aid training and certification class for $25. They no longer seem to offer an in person option.
The only other local pet first aid training we are aware of is offered through Huron Valley Ambulance. But you may want to call around to the local vet offices, they might offer classes or know someone that does.
Ann Arbor
734-358-1972
Email: aboutdogsllc@gmail.com
Offers 1 on 1 training in your home only
Serving the Ann Arbor area
Agility Synergy
Ann Arbor
734-646-7695
Email: deb@agilitysynergy.com
Specializes in agility training
Serving the Ann Arbor area
Ann Arbor
734-434-1135
Email: valerie@a2caninecoach.com
Offers 1 on 1 training in your home - serving the greater Ann Arbor area
Classes in Ann Arbor and Plymouthinecoach.com
Arboroads Farm Training Center
3660 S. Maple Rd.
Ann Arbor
734-662-6518
Email: arboroads@aol.com
Training at facility only
Bark Busters Home Dog Training
Ann Arbor
877-500-2275
Offers 1 on 1 training in your home only
Serving Washtenaw and Livingston couties
Inside the Pet People store
3300 Washtenaw Ave.
Ann Arbor
734-449-4513
Training at facility and in-home training for dogs and cats
Ann Arbor
Email: info@harmonyk9.com
Offers 1 on 1 training in your home
Classes at the Humane Society of Huron Valley
Humane Society of Huron Valley
3100 Cherry Hill Rd.
Ann Arbor
734-662-5585
Email: angela@harmonyk9.com
Training at facility only
3676 W. Ellsworth Rd.
Ann Arbor
734-995-7200
Training at facility only, offers agility training also
Ann Arbor
734-751-0061
Email: terry@pawzitivelypositive.com
Training at Northfield Dog Trainging facility (see listing above)
3537 Washtenaw Ave. (Arborland Shopping Center)
Ann Arbor
734-677-6620
Training at facility only
2865 Oak Valley Dr. (Oak Valley Shopping Center)
Ann Arbor
734-222-0934
Training at facility only
1575 E. North Territorial Rd.
Whitmore Lake
734-995-2801
Email: info@aadtc.org
Training at facility only, also offers agility training and more
Pinckney
313-613-5643
Email: 1attaboydogtraining@gmail.com
Training at facility only, offers in-home evaluations
Serving Livingston county and outlying areas, including Dexter
Country Kennel Pet Care Center
1010 Jewell Rd.
Milan
734-429-2375
Email: countrykennel1@comcast.net
Training at facility only for groups and private training
Chelsea
734-395-2608
Email: michelle@k9homeschooling.com
Training in the Chelsea area only
Plymouth
734-634-4152
Email: info@michigandogtraining.com
Training at facility and in-home training
Serving southern Macomb, southern Oakland, eastern Washtenaw and Wayne counties
P.O. Box 510803
Livonia
734-482-4808
Email: info@prok9training.com
Offers 1 on 1 training in your home only
Serving Southeast Michigan, Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor
Trust & Obey Pawsitive Dog Training, LLC
43145 Seven Mile Rd.
Northville
855-418-7878
Training at facilities only - facilities also in Canton, Farmington, Livonia, Plymouth, Novi and South Lyon
"The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself, too." Samuel Butler