Be Your Dog's Superhero
Unleash your potential to be an amazing team
Serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw counties
Be Your Dog's Superhero
Unleash your potential to be an amazing team
Serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw counties
Unleash your potential to be an amazing team
Serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw counties
Unleash your potential to be an amazing team
Serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw counties
Does your normally sweet dog bark and lunge at other dogs when you’re out on walks? Does your dog seem so excited to meet another person or dog that they “lose it” and sound like the Tasmanian Devil? Do you feel embarrassed, angry, or annoyed by your dog's behavior on walks?
If this sounds familiar, your dog might be experiencing reactivity. Reactivity is really just a dog reacting to things in their environment in a way that is over and above what we believe the situation dictates. As with so many things in behavior, there is no one simple answer that explains every case. One thing I can say for certain is that it’s an incredibly common problem. Given the social stigma and embarrassment often associated with being the owner of “that dog,” it can be a relief to know that you’re not alone! In fact, it might surprise you to know that leash reactivity is by far the most frequent training issue that I am asked to help with.
The truth is, leash reactivity isn’t really a training issue at all, like jumping on people or not coming when called – it’s an emotional problem. Our dogs are in a situation they don’t know how to cope with and are doing the best they can. Some dogs are upset because they want to greet others SO BADLY but can’t; other dogs are simply fearful. The good news is that, at the end of the day, it doesn’t matter why they react this way – the end result is the same, and so is our approach to treatment.
Most reactive dogs act this way because they are fearful or uncomfortable – the barking, lunging, snarling, etc. is their attempt to make the scary or stressful thing GO AWAY as quickly as possible. It stands to reason, then, that we have to address your dog’s fear and/or stress if we want to change the behavior. Which brings me to a very important point – as much as you might feel like you should, please don’t ever punish your dog for reacting this way! Remember that what you are seeing (barking and lunging) is his way of communicating that s/he is uncomfortable. Verbal corrections, leash pops, or shock collar corrections do nothing to teach him or her better coping skills, and they often worsen the underlying anxiety that is causing the problem.
Are you ready to get started today? We can make walks stress-free and fun for you again. Use this button to fill out the information form and we'll reach out shortly to schedule an appointment. Or, scroll down to schedule your initial consultation online. Any questions? Let us know!
Adrienne teaches group classes at two locations in Ann Arbor. For Puppy, Basic, and Reactivity classes at the Humane Society of Huron Valley, click below to see availability and register
Adrienne also teaches at K2K9, located next to The Doghouse. You can find their classes on the K2K9 website below
No matter what's happening with you and your dog, we're here to help. With over 23 years experience in positive reinforcement dog training that stretches from search and rescue, working and service dog training, aggression, puppies, and everything in between, we're here to help with whatever you goals or challenges might be. You're not alone in this!
We understand that every dog is unique, which is why we develop customized training programs that are tailored to meet the specific needs of each dog and their human We work with you and your dog to find the individual approach that will enhance your lives together.
Adrienne is a certified veterinary technician as well as being a dog trainer since 2000. With an extensive history in working, service, and personal dog training, Adrienne will find the right tools to make you the superhero your dog will always look up to. See our About Adrienne section for more information.
Save a little money by purchasing a package of sessions after your initial consultation. The more sessions you purchase ahead of time, the more discount you will receive. Ask about shelter/rescue/veterans discounts!
This 1.5 to 2-hour session is how we get started. We'll go over everything that's been going on with your dog, goals, and strategies to manage behavior while we're working on it. and get you started on the way to becoming a superhero for your dog. Each initial consultation comes with a free clicker and a customized one-month training calendar. In-person and virtual appointments available.
Ask yourself this question: Do I want to learn how to be a trainer for my dog, or do I want to just have a good dog? If you answered yes to second question, day training is for you. In this package, we work with your dog two days a week. Then we meet up for a transfer session once a week for you to learn your dog's new skills. This package includes photos/videos of your dogs progress.
The economical way to get started, this package includes 4 sessions after your initial session. We'll work on the training plan that we developed for you and your dog in your initial training session.
These 45-minute sessions are typically once a week in your home or a training location we decide upon, depending on our goals for your pooch.
Get a little more of a discount by purchasing 6 sessions ahead of time.
These 45-minute sessions are typically once a week in your home or a training location we decide upon, depending on our goals for your pooch.
The most discounted package, this is great for dogs that need a lot of help.
These 45-minute sessions are typically once a week in your home or a training location we decide upon, depending on our goals for your pooch.
These are training packages customized to your goals with your dog.
This 16-session package can turn your stressful walks into peaceful strolls. We start working with a stuffed dog in controlled environments, and slowly move outside to seeing real dogs at a pace determined by your pooch.
This 10-session package will get you going on a new hobby with your dog. Choose from nosework or tracking.
In nosework, we teach our dogs to find the scent of several different essential oils. It's a great game to play year-round, builds confidence, and fun for the whole family. Go on to compete at trials, or have fun with your new teamwork-based game.
In tracking, we teach our dogs to find and follow the steps of a particular person, usually you. Super fun and you don't need anyone else to
This 16-session package will help you to understand your dog, modulate arousal levels to prevent aggression, and give you and your dog the tools to be a successful team. Good for dogs that have shown aggression to people and/or other animals.
After developing your goals and a training plan in our initial consultation, build your own package to ensure you reach your goals and receive a discounted rate
Born and raised in metro Detroit, Adrienne had always wanted to be a veterinarian. By 2000, Adrienne had been working as a veterinary assistant and attended the University of Michigan in a biochemistry undergraduate program. On a whim, she moved with her then-boyfriend and a group of friends to Portland, Oregon. In Portland, Adrienne started working for Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital and sat for her national vet tech exam, becoming a certified veterinary technician (CVT). It was here that Adrienne realized that everything she thought being a veterinarian was, from advocating for her patients to comforting family members, she already did as a technician and without the gajillion dollars in student loans. This is when she joined her first search and rescue team, a move that would change the trajectory of her life.
Adrienne began training with Search One K9 in wilderness airscent search and rescue as a dog handler and immediately fell in love with the partnership that developed between her and her dog. She went on to train with teams wherever she lived. Watching the dog she trained to love the search and find joy in finding people and then the wonderful games that ensued as a reward afterward were like the proverbial chicken soup for the soul. The working dog bond was powerful, but it was difficult to watch so many dogs trained using harsh, coercive methods. So many SAR handlers didn't want their dogs to be pet, loved, or played with because they "had a job" and couldn't be distracted. She knew in her heart that this was wrong and there had to be a better way, so she was determined to find it. Not just for her and her dog, but for all the other working dogs and handlers.
Over the course of years of meeting trainers, training with different SAR groups, reading books, and eventually enrolling in the Karen Pryor academy for dog trainers, Adrienne found what she was looking for. The way to teach dogs anything and have it be fun for everyone. The way to see past the snarling, barking, lunging dog and find the sweet and scared soul beneath. In further pursuit of the working dog bond, Adrienne completed a master's degree in service dog training from Bergin University and worked as a guide dog mobility instructor for Leader Dogs for the Blind. After graduation, Adrienne was the interim Dean for Bergin University and found a love for teaching other trainers. While completing her master's degree, Adrienne became friends with David, a team lead from the Mexico City UNAM search and rescue team, and now her husband. She also became close friends with Rob Hewings, who went on to form the UK College of Scent Dogs. Adrienne was lucky enough to present on search and rescue at the first UKCSD conference.
Adrienne now loves taking the skills, methods, and tricks she learned from all of those working and service dog training programs and bringing them to bear upon our furry house companions. She continues to find joy in creating happy teams, increasing compassion towards dogs, and being a crazy cat lady with only one cat.
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