Michael Burkey

United States, Michigan, Plymouth, MI

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Michael Burkey

About this trainer

Michael is a professional dog trainer and former Police K9 Officer offering board and train, in-home training, and group classes. His certifications include Training Philosophy and Behavior Modification.

He specializes in preventing overwhelming situations for dogs, modifying their environment, and teaching alternative desired behaviors. Michael serves Wayne County, Oakland County, Washtenaw County, and Southeast Michigan.

With extensive experience as a master trainer, expert trial witness, and former Search and Rescue Team Trainer, Michael brings a unique perspective to dog training. He previously chaired the ethics committee for the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and has a background as a registered social worker and federal law enforcement trainer.

His diverse experience in consulting and training people and dogs allows him to effectively teach dog owners the right training methods and ensure an enjoyable learning experience. For more information, please visit his website at www.MichiganDogTraining.com or contact him at [email protected], 734-634-4152.

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