The Best Dog Trainers in Detroit, MI of 2026

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

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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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  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.

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  Kalie Wiser

  BSW, CPDT-KA

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

  Washtenaw County, Southwest Detroit, Virtual training worldwide

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

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  Karen Vaden

  In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

  I am the owner of Attaboy Dog Training and I served as the Behavioral Advisor to both the HumaneSociety of Livingston County and Adopt a Pet of Fenton, MI., I currently serve as a 4H resource leader fortheir dog training program and I'm dog trainer/advisor to many pet owners. Here is how it allstarted..I have always loved dogs, so when I moved to Livingston County Michigan in 1985, I started re...

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  Katrina Garlick

  In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

  I started with Attaboy Dog Training in 2015 when I got my Border Collie/Aussie mix Nova. We really
  enjoyed the classes and enjoyed learning more about training so I started working with Karen and Katie
  in 2016. I now run some of the Pinckney classes.

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  Katie Beemer

  In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

  I started with Attaboy Dog Training in 2008 with my first Great Dane Diesel. We took many classes andwere very happy with our results when I started helping with classes. Since then I strive to minimally geta Canine Good Citizen title on my dogs and am now a tester for the line of AKC Canine Good Citizen andTrick dog tests. Currently I run the classes held in Brighton at the Bock's Big acre sto...

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  Dan Morris

  Off leash training

  Sentry Dog Training School instructor, in Wiesbaden, Germany. Instructor (United States Air Force in Europe) taught a six-week training program for Army, Marine, Canadian and Air Force Handlers. Taught history of the military dog, safety procedures, kennel and equipment, aided in veterinary classes on prevention of diseases and first aid for dogs.Trainer Dan at work in 1966
  
  Also taught...

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  Michelle Jackson

  In home training, Agility training

  Certified obedience dog trainer, Michelle Jackson has over 16 years of dog obedience training experience, specializing in reactive dogs. Certified by Animal Behavior College and by PetSmart whose certified obedience training program was developed by leading animal behaviorists including Suzanne Hetts, Pamela J. Reid, PHD, & Terry Ryan.To provide clients with the best possible obedience dog tra...

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  Ash Rose

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

  Dog Rescue and Foster, Various Organizations, Detroit 2011-2014, 2017-presentFounder of Puppin' Around - Detroit Dog Walkers and Trainers Collective, Detroit 2012-2020Dog Training Apprenticeship, On the Wings of Angels Rescue, Odessa FL 2014Dog Trainer, On the Wings of Angels Rescue, Odessa FL 2014-2017Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), Certification Council for ...

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  Matt Whitson

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

  Matt is a family man, married for 9 years to Candice, they have 3 kids, Xander, Aedyn and Freya and four fur kids Nala, Bacon, Toast and Francine.
  
  Matt has been active in the dog training industry for over a decade, with experience working with all breeds, temperaments and behavior issues. He decided to open his own business so that he could utilize all the tools and methods he has lea...

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  Stephanie Hadfield

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

  Stephanie is a loving mother and wife with a huge heart for her fluffy German Shepherds: Diesel, Dani, Drogon, and Arya. She began her journey with At Whits End as a client with Diesel, followed by Dani. Stephanie's passion, love, and eagerness to learn and teach have been truly unmatched.Her dedication to her dogs and to helping others is evident in the videos we share on our social media. If ...

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  Mike Beckett

  Aggressive dog training, In home training, Protection/guard dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training

  Dog training is essential to ensure a happy and healthy relationship between a dog and its owner.
  
  Mike Beckett is widely known as The 21st Century Dogman. He has been Professionally Training working dogs and family companion dogs for over 16 years. Mike Beckett's extraordinary communication with dogs began when he was a young child. His Lifetime of Experiences with Dogs offers canine o...

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  Katelin Thomas

  Aggressive dog training, Agility training, Herding training, In home training, Board and train

  Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (IAABC)
  
  Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CCPDT)
  
  Fear-free Shelter Certified (Fear Free Pets)
  
  Special Areas of Interest:
  
  Cooperative vet care & consent training
  Rescue and shelter behavior
  Behavior analysis
  Reactivity
  Aggression
  Agility and trick training

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  Kyle Conte

  Aggressive dog training, Agility training, Herding training, In home training

  Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CCPDT)
  
  Fear-free Shelter Certified (Fear Free Pets)
  
  Special Areas of Interest:
  
  Shelter and rescue behavior
  
  Providing training and building programs for shelter and rescue dogs
  
  Helping people work through issues with aggression, fear, and reactivity
  
  Training deaf and/or blind dogs
  
  Cooperative care...

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  Dana Shove

  Aggressive dog training, Agility training, Herding training, In home training

  Dana is a highly skilled and passionate Certified Professional Dog Trainer with a dual major in Biology and Psychology. Dana's passion for behavior started early on in her college career when she had an opportunity to take an animal training and behavior class, where she worked with a guard llama and several sheep. After graduating college, Dana started working at an animal shelter, where she w...

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  Francisco Munoz

  Aggressive dog training, Agility training, Herding training, In home training

  Special Areas of Interest:
  
  Aggression
  
  Fear
  
  Reactivity
  
  Confidence building
  
  Community education
  
  Creating safe, low-stress boarding and training opportunities for fearful, reactive, and aggressive dogs
  
  Helping people better understand and work with their dogs.

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  Lillian Irby

  Aggressive dog training, Agility training, Herding training, In home training

  Special Areas of Interest:
  
  Fearful dogs
  
  Confidence and relationship building
  
  Reactivity
  
  Education around force-free training
  
  Dissecting myths around dog training and behavior

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  Jacob Pape

  Board and train, Puppy training

  Jacob started his journey into the dog industry with Liz by his side in 2016 after adopting their first dog together. Bones was in dire need of training and we were out of options. Jacob apprenticed for a local dog training that ignited a passion and dream to work with dogs and helping families with misunderstood pups. After having success with Bones, Jacob continued his venture by starting his...

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  Anthony Pape

  Board and train, Puppy training

  We weren't kidding when we said we're family owned and operated! Anthony Pape plays a key part at GLDT by being our lead trainer and managing our Ferndale location.
  Anthony grew up with dogs and has highly trained dogs of his own. Anthony has excelled at every role here at GLDT and continues to excel with experience and continued training through seminars.

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  Zoe Pope

  Board and train, Puppy training

  Zoe has been with us since 2022 and continues to be a huge part of our training day to day. She has a background in dog daycares and management. After searching for that next step into the dog industry, Zoe found GLDT and loved seeing the progress that training offered. She even used our training system with her 3 dogs, one being reactive and previously having little success with strangers and ...

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  Jill Mast

  Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training

  Jill Mast is a Certified Training Partner through Karen Pryor Academy, one of the most rigorous training programs available to dog trainers. She is also a Fear Free Certified Professional.Jill holds a BA from the University of Michigan, it was during her time at U of M that she spent a summer living with a dog (named Jack) for the first time ever. Her time with him led her to understand how ama...

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  Sandy Patton

  Puppy training, Agility training

  Sandy is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, a member of the Association for Force-Free Professionals, an AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator, an AKC Fit Dog Level 1 instructor, and also is certified through Pro Pet Hero in Dog and Cat First Aid and CPR.
  
  Along with her love of teaching humans how to train their d...

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  Kelly Mitrevski

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

  Kelly French-Mitrevski, BSc, MSc, received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Guelph and her Master's in Companion Animal Behaviour Counselling from the American College of Applied Science; the first Canadian to graduate from their college. Kelly is one of the only animal behaviourists with this level of education in the Windsor-Essex County area. She is also a supporting me...

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  Jayden Lucier

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

  Jayden, DipCBST, CBCC-KA is our current trainer for most of our reactivity, obedience, puppy and minor aggression concerns. She always knew she loved animals even though her life experiences lead to learning more about current issues, training and careers within the companion animal industry. That experience helped develop Jayden's interest for Canine Behaviour, Positive Reinforcement and Anima...

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  Abbie Volpone

  Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training

  I am an experienced and certified trainer, having gone through the mentorship program and trained professionally for Petco for two years before starting my own business, and now Certified through the Victoria Stilwell Academy for professional dog trainers (VSA-CDT). I am an AKC Certified Evaluator, a sponsored trainer of the Detroit Animal Care and Control, and partner with the Humane Society o...

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  Kat Stevens

  In home training, Puppy training

  Kat began studying dog training in 2007 after adopting a well loved, but sometimes challenging dog named, LOLA. Kat is recognized as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, as well as a graduate of Animal Behavior College (ABCDT, 2011).
  
  Kat is also a licensed educator with Family Paws Parent Education (FPPE, 2013...

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  Tammy Crenshaw

  In home training, Puppy training

  I've provided professional dog training services in southeastern Michigan since 2006. I love working with all types of dogs and enjoy helping develop stronger human/dog relationships.
  
  I earned my dog training certification through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). This life-long journey into the soul of understanding and shaping the human-dog connection i...

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  Laura Rescoe

  Puppy training

  Laura Rescoe instructs group obedience classes at Gone to the Dogs in Novi. She also does in-home private lessons in Wayne & Oakland counties. She is the owner of Positive Way Dog Training.
  
  Laura started training dogs as a child. She began with a Springer Spaniel, Pepsi, competing in 4-H as well as AKC obedience competitions where she gained her dogs' CD (Companion Dog title). At a you...

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  Janet Deaton

  Puppy training

  Fifteen plus years working with both client and shelter dogs has given me a unique understanding of why dogs are given up for adoption.According to studies 96% of dogs surrendered to shelters have never received any formal obedience training. Many dogs were simply given up for behavior problems that could easily be remedied.I'm committed to teaching clients how to better understand and train th...

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  Tori Parrelly

  In home training, Puppy training

  Tori's career in animal welfare started in 2018 - she started fostering dogs through a local rescue and was hooked. Foster-based rescues and shelter work gave Tori most of her early experience with dogs. It was in the shelter setting that she was first introduced to the concept of positive-reinforcement based dog training. Working with shelter dogs continues to be one of Tori's passions - durin...

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  Rachel Burger

  In home training, Puppy training

  Rachel started working in animal welfare in 2020, where she began volunteering at a local shelter and fell in love. Within the shelter setting, Rachel provides enrichment to shelter dogs and helps to set every dog up for success both in the shelter and as they transition into their forever homes. Aside from working with dogs, Rachel spent 8 years as a special education teacher, where she create...

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  Megan Synk

  In home training, Puppy training

  Megan started her career in animal welfare in 2018 serving in various capacities: foster/adoption counselor, volunteer coordinator, behavior board member, shelter technician, and R+ trainer, to name a few. Megan has been dedicated to helping dogs and their caregivers build a mutually beneficial relationship with a foundation of love, respect, and communicative understanding. Megan's passion for...

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