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We believe training should be tailored to you and your dog’s unique needs. Our goal is to help you build a strong relationship with your dog, grounded in mutual trust and respect.
We currently offer day training, behavior evaluations, private lessons, and group classes. Whether you’re working on everyday manners, specific behaviors, or simply want to strengthen your bond, we’re here to help.
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Private lessons
Behavior Consult
Private lessons are $75 and last about an hour each. This is a great option for dogs that need one-on-one training, may not benefit from a group class right away, have a history of reactivity, or if you desire specific cues taught.
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Call to set up an appointment.
Behavior consults are $100 and last about an hour. This is for dogs who are having behavioral issues that need management and training that is customized to dog and owner.
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Call to set up an appointment.
810.797.9800
Group Classes
Our group classes run for 6 weeks for about an hour a week and cost $175, with a 7th week reserved as a make-up class. Weekly curriculum is not set in stone so we can stay flexible and focused on a fun and positive experience filled with life skills and basic obedience. We offer novice, intermediate, and advanced classes.
Barb and Felicia are both Canine Good Citizen evaluators. This is the first step before Therapy Dog International testing and certification.
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Tests are held here at the Ranch. If your dog is ready to test, please contact us to find out when our next test date is.
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Our Trainers
Felicia
I am a certified trainer through the Victoria Stilwell Academy, specializing in positive, force-free training. As a “crossover” trainer, I previously used balanced methods, but I shifted my approach after realizing that dogs learn best when they feel safe, respected, and free from stress. Dogs are sentient beings who deserve both kindness and fair expectations.
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My passion is helping create a harmonious relationship between dog and handler—where expectations are clear, dogs are rewarded for their work, and a lifelong bond is built on trust and respect.
I’ve been immersed in the dog world for over 20 years. It began when I was just 9 years old, showing in Junior Handling with a Schipperke, and by 11, I had my first show dog. I went on to handle my Bouvier des Flandres to his American, Canadian, and United Kennel Club Championships, along with several Rally titles.
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From there, my journey continued into obedience, sport training, and eventually behavioral work. Some of the challenges I faced with my own dogs, particularly my Bouvier, opened the door to working more deeply with training and behavior. For over a decade, I specialized in working with reactive and aggressive dogs, which gave me invaluable experience and insight. While I learned a great deal from those years, the most important shift in my career came when I transitioned from balanced methods to force-free training. Along the way, I’ve been fortunate to have incredible mentors who poured their knowledge into me, encouraged me to grow, and guided me in shaping a more compassionate, science-based approach to training.
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At home, life is full and lively with my five dogs: Naughty, a wirehaired pointing Griffon; Rhett, a yellow Lab; Sky, a German Shepherd; Reagan, a Pomeranian mix; and Yeti, a Bouvier des Ardennes.
Barb
I grew up in Europe where my love for large breed dogs started. My current dogs are two Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, which accompany me on my daily hikes. I have extensive experience with behavior modification and reactive/aggressive dogs. My special interests are multiple dog households, socialization, and managing pushy dogs. My goals include building mutual trust and positive partnership.
Our Assistant Trainers
