Does this sound familiar?
- Bear just won't listen. We tell him what to do, but he ignores us.
- My dog is out of control- jumping on people, stealing things around the house, won't come when called, destroying things- help!
- King growls when I try to get him off the furniture, or take his food or toy away.
We'll be away for a week, can you train Lucy instead of her going to a kennel?
- I don't even want to take walks anymore; Sassy won't stop pulling or lunging at other dogs.
- Chloe is aggressive; she just bit someone.
- The puppy won't stop nipping the kids, and it hurts!
- Rex keeps messing on the carpet, even though he knows better.
- We just adopted this dog from the shelter, and he has "issues".
- I just want a polite, well-mannered dog- not this lunatic!
- I just got a puppy and want to train her, but the vet said I have to wait for all her shots.
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Missy thinks she's human, so I've spoiled her. Now she's pushy, snappy, and barks at everything.
Whether you have any of these or other problems with your dog, or just want some basic training and manners, help is on the way!
Recommended by northern Michigan Veterinarians, the Humane Society, groomers, petsitters, feedstores, and many satisfied customers from Traverse City, Charlevoix, Gaylord, Cheboygan, Mackinac Island, Sault St. Marie, and every town in-between. New puppy, Board & Train, and Aggression cases have come from as far as Detroit, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Canada because of the dog-friendly methods used.
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"Patty, I can't thank you enough! You were our last resort for Dakota; other trainers and our vet recommended euthanasia. We noticed such a big difference just after the first session; it was a miracle! We now have hope." J.S., Cheboygan
"With kids, jobs, and my parents, we just didn't have the time to train the puppy. We seriously considered giving her up. After a week with you, she came home a new dog and now WE know what to do. When I drop her off every week for continued training, she gets so excited, and I can get errands done. Thank you! We've told all our friends to call you." J.L. Bay Harbor
"I LOVED Puppy class! Besides being so much fun to watch the puppies play, I learned alot, and so did Daisy. I looked forward to every Sunday. The best part was watching our daughter gain so much confidence around dogs. Thanks for all the handouts, too!" D.M., Oden
231-439-0365
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Patty L Crichton, BS- Canine Behavior Therapist
Professional Member:
Association of Pet Dog Trainers 
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Hi Patty, I can't thank you enough for teaching us "Leave It". I've been working with Guinness every day and he's finally expanding his understanding of the command to include things like my arm or my leg. Oh happy day! It is so nice to have found a trainer that understands Guinness and can teach us how to deal with him. He keeps improving and is actually becoming a good companion. (Note: Guinness was very aggressive and bit another trainer who refused to work with him)
Thank you again for all your help, you are truly a gifted trainer. We are both impressed because you listened to our tales and came up with a solution that worked for our specific situation. Sounds simple, but very few people approach problem solving in this manner. K.B., Bellaire
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"Two of our friends just got puppies, and we'd like to get them a gift certificate for your New Puppy private session. We found that session so helpful, it should be required for new owners. Thanks!" T.D, Good Hart |
Classes!!
Although I specialize in private training, I LOVE teaching classes. Come on out and help your puppy get the critical socialization and basic training that he/she needs. Classes for puppies as young as 8-16 weeks old. (Older puppies/dogs with approval are welcome, or in separate classes.)
These classes are small enough for individual attention and are geared towards learning the basic behaviors. Guaranteed lots of fun and education for dogs and owners!
A private session with your family and dog is a prerequisite to taking class.
Note: Due to the economy, I am temporarily waiving the requirement for the private session before class. I want as many dogs as possible to get some training. HOWEVER, this session will GREATLY improve you and your dog's success. If your puppy/dog is growling/biting or exhibiting any other problem behaviors, this waiver doesn't apply.
Please call or email to register for class, send payment to hold your space, and click here for important info. For more details on classes see Services and Prices page, under Puppy Classes.
June Classes
Level 2- Sundays, May 31 @ 4pm-large breed puppies and dogs $80
Open to graduates of Level 1 or w/approval. Will be working outside some classes. Full/waitlist
Level 2 Small breed dogs and puppies- Fridays @1pm $80
open to graduates of level 1 or w/approval; good refresher course
Basic Obedience - Mondays, June 8 - 6pm $80 All ages or refresher for previous graduates (optional: working for AKC's Canine Good Citizen Test ) full/waitlist
Level 1- Saturdays, June 20 @11am $80 Younger puppies 8wks and up, and small dogs (optional AKC Puppy STAR Test) (older dogs with approval) Full
note: due to demand I will be opening another class - TBA
Street Smarts - Saturdays @ 2pm June 13 - 4 weeks $100 a class for non-aggressive dogs who get over-excited on walks. We'll practice techniques with each other in the Training Studio 2 weeks, then spend the next 2 classes at Petoskey Waterfront and the busy sidewalks of downtown. Gentle Leader/Halti or Easy-walk harness required at least 1st class while learning new techniques. Call for fitting appt. FULL
JULY CLASSES
Basic Obedience & Manners - Mondays, July 13 - 6pm $80 All ages or refresher for previous graduates (optional: working for AKC's Canine Good Citizen Test )
Level 1- Tuesdays, July 14 - 6pm $80 Younger puppies 8wks and up, and small dogs (optional AKC Puppy STAR Test) (older dogs with approval)
Street Smarts - Saturdays @ 2pm July 18- 4 weeks $100 an advanced class for non-aggressive dogs who get over-excited on walks. We'll practice techniques with each other in the Training Studio 2 weeks, then spend the next 2 classes at Petoskey Waterfront and the busy sidewalks of downtown. Gentle Leader/Halti or Easy-walk harness required at least 1st class while learning new techniques. Call for fitting appt. Very popular!
Level 2- Sundays, July 12 @ 4pm-$80
Open to graduates of Level 1 or w/approval. Will be working outside some classes
Coming soon: Reactive Rover and Growl Classes
For Agility Classes, call Shirley Burns 347-2288 or Agnes Shaw 347-3404.
"Thanks for the terrific (New Puppy) training session! Matt [husband] was so glad he went, and he's even coming to puppy kindergarten now. Thanks so much, again. You can add him to your list of men who thought they wouldn't need the class, but then loved it and wanted to come back. I also learned a lot, and we've been practicing the new skills with Ike. " S.B., Petoskey
"I can't get over how much we learned in the private session before Puppy Class, and now see how valuable it was to have that before class. Daisy's doing SO well, way beyond our expectations, and we love coming to class. I told my vet you're the best. Thank you!!" S.W., Cheboygan
"We thank you very much, we are very impressed with clicker training, it certainly works for us...and I do think, that the one on one session you do before a class starts is great, you get to know us a little bit and what the dog can and cannot do , well I suppose what we can and cannot do....and then we liked it was such a small class.....nice people too.....
Once again thank you....." D.T., Gaylord
See article and video about Patty in the Petoskey News Review!
When Bill and Robin Scott’s 5-month old puppy, Buster, miraculously survived parvovirus, they thought there was nothing they couldn’t overcome. Little did they know parvo was the least of Buster’s problems.....
"You're just like Victoria on "It's Me or the Dog™"! many clients
(If you haven't watched this show on Animal Planet, click here; highly recommended. I recently met Victoria and she's delightful!!)
"The kinder, gentler, female version of "The Dog Whisperer™" a client
Dear Patty, We think you're the BEST dog trainer we've ever had. We can't thank you enough for all your hard work in helping Annie, and now Lily, reach their potential! The Cohens, Charlevoix
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