Michael B.
Michael B.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Calm & Consistent Care For All Dogs
I have over a decade of experience handling dogs of all shapes, sizes and needs. Specializing in active pullers, rescues, and reactive dogs. I am comfortable and proficient with a variety of training equipment to fit your dogs needs and your specific training priorities. By observing the surroundings for triggers and your dog's body language for signs of stress, I ensure a safe experience. Every dog deserves a chance to get the mental and physical stimulation they need to live their best lives
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Mike was on time and courteous, and most importantly, developed an instant rapport with my skittish shepherd. He was great at handling her when she tried to bark at a little dog, and got her under control without being harsh. I feel good about him walking her alone.
Mike is one of the few people I know who will not only work with reactive dogs, but relishes the opportunity. He'll walk any dog, including my fearful, sensitive shepherd mix who I trust to him daily, but he has a special love for the "difficult" ones. I've watched him take more than one reactive, pulling, barking dog to calm, loose-leash walking with nothing more than patience. He genuinely enjoys dogs, and it shows.
We adopted a larger dog recently who became reactive to other dogs including our smaller dog. We tried training on our own and became reluctant and worried about having to rehome her. Michael was referred to us and was super responsive and was able to begin training immediately. With his help we were able to not only help with the aggressive behavior but now she is a wonder on the leash and so well behaved. Michael not only is great with the both dogs but including our whole family in the training. I don’t know what we would have done without him.
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Schedule
Dividing my time between dog training and volunteering at a local animal shelter let's me set my own schedule. Looking for extra dogs to walk to make up for the miles I can no longer put in with my senior Malinois.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a securely fenced private yard for your dogs to play and multiple dog crates to provide each dog a secure place to rest. Leon my 10 yr old Malinois provides a calmly reassuring energy that helps guest dogs settle in.
