Lansing, MI
Marie Nicole Meredith
Marie Meredith has a background in working with shelter dogs and has helped many dogs transition to happy and well-behaved dogs. This experience inspired her to start Pup Potential LLC. She enjoys helping dogs in loving homes to function as polite members of their family and society.
Training Philosophy
Marie Meredith is a certified professional dog trainer who uses positive reinforcement training methods. She believes that dogs can only reach their potential if they are able to understand and interact confidently with their environment.
Services
Pup Potential offers a variety of dog training services, including:
- In-Home Dog Training: In-home coaching and day training in Lansing, Holt, Okemos, Haslett, Dewitt, Grand Ledge, Mason, and more.
- Zoom (Virtual Dog Training): Virtual training for pet parents outside of the service area.
- Group Dog Training Classes: Group classes located in Okemos, MI.
Specific Training Services:
- Behavior Modification: Coaching and day training packages for dogs with aggression, fear, and anxiety issues.
- Day Training: Training packages where Marie Meredith trains the dog for the owner, including transfer sessions to help the owner maintain the dog's new skills.
- Master the Basics: Training packages for adolescent and adult dogs to learn basic manners, such as loose leash walking, sit, down, stay, and come when called.
- Leash Reactivity: Coaching and day training packages for dogs who lunge and bark on walks.
- Hyper Adult Dogs: Coaching and day training packages for adult dogs who exhibit puppy-like behaviors, such as mouthing, jumping, and body slamming.
- Reactive Rover: Group class for dogs who show reactive behaviors on leash.
- Field Trip Prep: Group class to prepare puppies for public outings.
- Advanced Reactive Rover: Group class to continue reactivity training.
- Canine Good Citizen: Group class to help dogs earn the AKC CGC certification.
Certifications
Marie Meredith is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP).
Specializations
Behavior Modification, Leash Reactivity, Hyper Adult Dogs, Puppy Training, Basic Manners, Canine Good Citizen
Training Methods
Positive Reinforcement Training
Customer Reviews
“Marie Meredith with Pup Potential is amazing. Marie is a dog genius and literally comes up with a solution to any problem that will work for you. She is patient, creative, and empathetic. She comes to our house and has already had a zillion great ideas and the dogs are responding amazingly.”
– Liz A.
“100% worth it. I saw huge differences in my dog within just a couple sessions. I was so impressed with what she accomplished at the end of the class. I also learned a TON to help me continue her training on my own.”
-Kayla and Oldham
“Marie was excellent with our older dog Tino. We reached out to her for help when we adopted him and needed help introducing him to our cats. Her training helped us develop routines that strengthened his ability to remain calm and attentive to us.”
-Rebecca H.
“Working with Marie in both class and personal training settings has helped increase my bond with my puppy and reduce his overall reactivity. She gave me the strategies I need to help him become a good canine citizen.”
-Lisa E.
“I had a great experience and walked away with tools to help Manny be more confident and to appropriately manage his behavior. I absolutely recommend Marie and these classes.”
-Beth H.
We've got the answers for your questions
Seriously, if you have any questions about training your dog, we have the answers.
We have created a directory of licensed dog trainers specializing in positive reinforcement methods. These trainers are not affiliated with Dogo, and all information is gathered from publicly available sources. Each profile provides a brief overview of the trainer's experience and expertise.
Start by evaluating your dog's needs and identifying your training objectives. Each trainer's profile provides insights into their areas of expertise. Match these with your dog's character and your goals to find the ideal fit.
All trainers listed here are certified professionals with extensive knowledge of positive reinforcement techniques.
Positive reinforcement centers on rewarding preferred behaviors, ensuring a pleasant learning journey for your dog. This humane approach is scientifically proven to be the most effective long-term training method, strengthening the bond between you and your pet. By consistently rewarding good behavior, your dog learns to associate actions with positive outcomes, leading to lasting improvements and a happier companion.
Yes, they are. Our trainers are adept in basic obedience or intricate behavioral challenges. Browse their profiles to identify a trainer who specializes in the particular issues you wish to address.
Simply click on the preferred trainer's profile to access their contact details. From there, you can get in touch to discuss your requirements and set up training appointments.
Group sessions offer a communal setting where your dog learns general obedience alongside other dogs. In contrast, private sessions grant focused attention, making them perfect for targeted behavior modifications or individualized training agendas.
All our trainers are committed to positive reinforcement techniques and steer clear of any harsh or punitive methods. Their primary goal is to make training a joyous journey for you and your dog.
Results depend on factors like your dog's nature, the specific behaviors in question, and your training consistency. While many clients observe improvements in just a few sessions, it's crucial to be patient and persistent.
Reach out to the trainer you're interested in to discuss possibly attending a session. It's a great way to get a feel for their approach and see if it aligns with your expectations.
