Canton, MI,
48187
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(248) 430-8292
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We've helped train over 1,600 dogs, here are just a handful of happy parents sharing their experience with us.
welcome to Dogology!
Dogology University is a professional canine training service located in Canton, MI that specializes in focused-based techniques. We have a variety of established Board and Train programs as well as group dog training classes for puppies and adult dogs.
Drawing on 10+ years of military working dog experience, we have the experience and knowledge to handle a variety of dog behavior issues such as separation anxiety, fearfulness, aggression and general disobedience.
1,600 trained dogs later..
Founder Matthew Lamarand is a former United States Air Force Explosive Detection Dog Handler Veteran and Secret Service K9 Handler for president Obama. While working with a local dog training company, he found that the dogs he worked with were obedient to the collars and treats, not the owners.
As a result, he started Dogology University to help people raise their perfect canine partners, and move away from reliance on collars and treats as training tools.
More customer stories
When DaVinci first came to us, he was extremely dog aggressive. In fact, he attacked a dog statue at the vet’s office! During his evaluation, Matt had him at one end of a football field, with another dog at the other end of the field, 300 yards away! Despite his small stature, DaVinci was letting the other dog know in no uncertain terms what he thought about them! By the end of his 6-week stay with us, DaVinci was participating in our group class with zero issues, and even passed his Canine Good Citizen test! Part of the test is greeting another dog; his response was to look away. In dog language, looking away and avoiding eye contact is a signal that says “I’m not a threat.” DaVinci’s owners put a lot of work in, and it shows! Great job!
Davinci's Story
When Oreo first came to us, she was terrified of anything outside of her house. She’d shut down and urinate submissively, which meant that her owner didn’t want to take her out. This led to a self-perpetuating cycle; we taught Oreo (and her owner) that things didn’t have to be this way! We taught Oreo how to be more confident, and gave her mom the tools to show Oreo that “hey, we’re a team, and we got this together.” By the end of the program, Oreo was happily working for food, performing drop-leash obedience, engaging with the trainers, and had transformed into an eager, willing participant!
Oreo's Story
When this pretty girl first came to us, she was herding her owner, jumping on him, scratching, and nipping at his pants to get him to go where she wanted him to. In fact, she bit Ash on the hand the first day she was here! To say that she was a firecracker was an understatement! She was also starting to become dog reactive due to the fact that she was overstimulated, and didn’t have an outlet for all of her puppy energy. She knew “sit” and “down,” but would bounce right out of the position. Within her first two weeks here, she was crate trained, beginning to focus on us, and was starting to hold “sit” and “down” for longer and longer durations. Nova is now more well-adjusted, and her owner has all of the tools he needs to help her succeed in life.
Nova's Story
We brought our reactive, stubborn beagle mix to help us overcome resource guarding. We cannot say enough good things about our overall experience.
Alexis was a phenomenal professor and support throughout our 6 week program. We now have a manageable situation and our dog has a focus on us and does not resource guard!!!
Ashley Brant
Duke's Mom
We sent our dog Frankie to their stay and train program. The staff at Dogology is phenomenal! Can’t say enough good things about this place. Our trainer Kevin was so knowledgeable and showed so much genuine love towards Frankie. He was so invested in his success and that really helped motivate us to stick with the program. Having such an amazing relationship with Dogology staff has been huge and we continue to partake in the alumni program to help Frankie stay on top of his training. Can’t say enough good thing about this place!
Alaine Burns
Frankie's Mom
My dog, Zeus, learned so much at Dogology. He went from a dog that was so terrible at walking that he put my fiancé in the hospital to a dog that loose leash walks!
The staff at Dogology really care about the dogs and gave us very frequent updates on Zeus! And best part is Zeus loves it here! He can’t wait to come back every week!
Kristen Giuffrida
Zeus' Mom
We are so grateful for everyone here! I couldn’t walk almost at all the last year because of a major knee surgery and accident and our 120lb baby girl (Newfoundland mix) missed out on me continuing to train her and walking everyday like we had been doing before my injury. With my knee mostly healed I was struggling to handle her since training went to the wayside for so long.
She did a 4 week program here and she has been doing AMAZING ever since she’s been home! I’m back to walking her every single day (when it isn’t icy lol) and she knows her “stay” commands and “leave it” which has been so helpful. Would recommend highly to anyone! Thank you to the entire team this has really helped our family!
Briahna Kaiser
Flower's Mom
Frequently asked questions.
Is the Location for Group Classes Easy to Find?
Absolutely! Our group classes are conveniently located and easy to find. We're situated right off the highway, making it a breeze to reach us. The address for our group classes is: 44125 Ford Road, Canton, MI 48187.
Will You Explain the Group Class Structure in More Detail When I Enroll?
Definitely! During your orientation, we'll provide a detailed overview of our group class structure. Our team will ensure you understand the curriculum, the training methods we use, and how these classes can address your dog's specific needs.
What If My Dog Isn’t Suited for Group Classes?
We carefully assess each dog to ensure they're a good fit for our group classes. If we find that your dog might not benefit from this environment, we won't hesitate to suggest alternative training options that would be more suitable for their needs.
Do You Offer Any Other Training Options Besides Group Classes?
Yes, we offer a variety of training programs, including individual sessions and boarding school options. These are ideal for dogs that might need more focused attention or for specific behavioral issues that require intensive training.
What Age Can My Dog Start Group Classes?
Dogs can start attending our group classes from the age of 6 months, provided they are up to date with their vaccinations. Required vaccinations include rabies, distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parainfluenza, and parvovirus. Proof of vaccinations is required.
Is Socialization a Part of Your Group Classes?
Yes, socialization is a key component of our group classes. While obedience training is crucial, we also focus on teaching dogs to interact in a well-mannered, calm, and positive way with other dogs and people.
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44125 Ford Road
Canton, MI 48187
(248) 430-8292