Rachel McMichael is the owner and founder of UpSwing Canine Behavioral Services and UpSwing Total Pet Care, LLC. With nearly 20 years of experience working with canines, a degree in Veterinary Technology, and multiple training and behavior credentials and certifications, Rachel is well-equipped to address behavioral issues in dogs.
She holds certifications including IAABC-ADT, CCDT, AKC CGC, and CBCC-KA, among others. Her training philosophy centers around Positive Reinforcement and LIMA, focusing on creating a positive and enriching experience for the dogs she works with.
Rachel specializes in addressing the needs of shy/fearful dogs and those with moderate behavior issues, aiming to go beyond basic training and concentrate on humane, effective behavioral change. Serving the Butler, PA area and its surroundings, Rachel’s primary goal is to repair relationships between dogs and their owners, ultimately creating happier and more harmonious households.
She emphasizes the importance of the relationship between dogs and their families, and her treatment plans often include relationship building and added enrichment. In addition to her CBCC-KA certification, Rachel is a Catch Certified Dog Trainer and a Catch Mentor Trainer for new students. She is also an Accredited Dog Trainer through the IAABC (IAABC-ADT), a Certified Trick Dog Instructor through DMWYD, and an AKC CGC, STAR Puppy, and Trick Dog Evaluator.
Services offered by Rachel include behavior consultations, in-home private training, training packages, trick training, group classes, and enrichment assistance, all designed to foster better understanding and communication between dogs and their families.
