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ARTICLE: Michigan Rescue Dogs Become Top Award Winners
thru AKC Canine Partners By Penny Leigh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ARTICLE: Paws With A Cause® By Kari Norton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSOCIATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
CLUBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
NON-PROFIT SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
ARTICLE: Summer Fun At Dog Scout Camp By Martha Thierry . . . 15
ARTICLE: Dancing With Your Dog By Elaine Chan-Whitlow. . . . . . . 16

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MICHIGAN RESCUE DOGS BECOME TOP AWARD
WINNERS THRU
AKC CANINE PARTNERS
By Penny Leigh, CPDT-KA Program Manager
Mixed-breed Dogs Now Eligible for AKC Events
When Jeff and Sue Kotlarek started searching for a dog, they had one requirement. “We just
wanted a dog that would fetch a ball,” Sue, a resident of Romulus, MI, said. They found the
perfect candidate in the Dearborn Animal Shelter. Jazz was a bouncing Staffie mix who loved
toys. But once Jazz joined their family, the Kotlareks realized they got way more than a dog
that chased balls. She also practiced gymnastics on their furniture and ran laps around the
living room. “She had so much energy that I had to find an outlet for her,” Sue said.
Jeff and Sue had never heard of sports for dogs;
they desired a pet to accompany them on family
outings. They had no idea that Jazz would change
their lifestyles forever.
They researched and discovered the sport of
flyball. It sounded like the ideal activity for Jazz as
it required running, jumping and retrieving balls.
“That was the beginning of my sport dog career,”
Sue said.
Before long, they adopted a second rescue dog,
Rodger, an Italian Greyhound mix, to join their
flyball team as a “height dog” - smaller dogs that
set the jump heights for flyball teams.
Friends told her about the other events in which
their dogs competed, and soon Jazz and Rodger were in training for agility, obedience,
tracking and more. But competition opportunities were limited for Jazz and Rodger as mixedbreeds. Sue found some venues in which they could compete, and they brought home plenty
of awards. “My dogs and I were having a ball,” she said.
Then she heard a monumental announcement. The
American Kennel Club (AKC) had opened the door to
mixed-breed dogs. The AKC would start enrolling AllAmerican Dogs, the “breed” name for mixed-breeds,
in October 2009 through its new AKC Canine Partners
program. All-Americans could start entering AKC
competitions on April 1, 2010.
“Wow! That was great! I was first in line to get Jazz and
Rodger registered with the AKC,” Sue said. “I am very
lucky because in my area, I have an AKC show within one
hour of my home almost every weekend.”
Seven years later, there are now around 700,000 mixed-

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“As soon as I saw it, I knew that this is what Prince Doggie was meant for. He was so
rambunctious and would often make up his own little obstacle courses around the house...I
thought he would eventually hurt himself,” Tacarra said. “Agility seemed like the perfect activity
for Prince to be able to use all of the energy he had, but in a more controlled and safe way.”
In addition to being an agility dog, Prince is also a certified therapy dog who visits patients in
hospitals, nursing homes and assisted living facilities around the metro-Detroit area.
All-Americans Dogs also earn AKC Canine Good Citizen, AKC Trick Dog and AKC Therapy
Dog titles. And, AKC recognizes the titles of several other organizations in which mixed-breeds
compete, including North American Flyball Association, Barn Hunt Association and North
American Diving Dogs.
Jazz and Rodger were ready to join the ranks of AKC titled dogs in 2010. Soon, they were
among the first mixed-breed dogs in the country to earn the advanced titles of Rally Advanced
Excellent, Utility Dog and Master Agility Excellent.
When the sport of tracking opened to mixed-breeds in January 2014, Rodger had the honor
of being the first All-American in the country to earn the Versatile Companion Dog (VCD) for
holding Agility, Obedience and Tracking titles.
Sue now belongs to an AKC club, the Ann Arbor Dog Training Club. “My club friends are
very supportive of the All-Americans and are impressed with my dogs ‘rags to riches’ history
in AKC events,” she said. But the best part of getting involved in training her dogs and
competing has nothing to do with the trophies and accolades. It has brought her closer to her
dogs and introduced her to many close friends. “All in all, I feel that the AKC Canine Partners
is a fantastic program that helps develop and strengthen the bond between human and ALL
dogs,” Sue said.
For more information on AKC Canine Partners and enrolling your dog in the program:
www.akc.org/dog-owners/canine-partners/ A one-time $35 fee registers your dog in the
program for life and comes with numerous benefits including the eligibility to enter AKC
events.

The first All-American Dog
to earn the highest honor
in AKC Agility – the Master
Agility Championship
(MACH) - was Prince
Doggie, owned by Tacarra
Andrade and Michael
Marshall of Novi, MI. Prince
achieved this feat on Feb.
20, 2011, at the age 5 years
old. What made the feat
even more impressive is
that Prince is the first dog
that Tacarra has owned, and she had never heard of agility until she viewed a competition on
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breed dogs in the AKC Canine Partners program, and they account for more than 100,000
entries in AKC sports annually, including agility, obedience, rally, tracking, coursing ability,
and Fast CAT. They compete head-to-head with purebreds and have risen to the top ranks of
winning national championships and top-level titles.

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PAWS WITH A CAUSE®
By Kari Norton
Most of us know that a canine
companion can do a great deal to
improve our quality of life. They lighten
the mood, provide unconditional love,
help us feel safe, and make great
exercise companions. Studies show
that dogs can even lower our blood
pressure and help us recover from
illness more quickly. But have you
ever thought about dogs who can give
people with disabilities a new freedom
and level of independence by opening
doors, pulling wheelchairs, acting as
their ears, or even making a life-saving
emergency call? How about the dog
who prevents a child with autism from
wandering off or helps him get his first
full night’s sleep? These are the types
of dogs being trained at Paws With A
Cause® (PAWS®).
Their mission statement says that PAWS “…enhances the independence and quality of life for
people with disabilities nationally through custom-trained Assistance Dogs. PAWS® increases
awareness of the rights and roles of Assistance Dog Teams through education and advocacy.”
Once you have seen this in action, these words seem insufficient to describe the affect these
dogs have on people’s lives. Whether it’s a person who is deaf or hard of hearing being alerted
that someone is calling
their name in public, a
person with cerebral
palsy taking their first
independent walk
without fear of falling,
or a child with autism
making their first social
interaction, these dogs
become a vital part of
client’s lives.
There is a fair amount
of confusion between
service, therapy, and
emotional support
dogs. PAWS custom
trains assistance dogs to mitigate a person’s disability. An Assistance Dog is trained to
complete specific tasks for one person, and is granted access rights under the Americans
with Disabilities Act. This is not the type of dog you will see visiting hospitals or at libraries

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listening to children read, as therapy dogs
often do. PAWS Dogs go through extensive
training for 2 years before going to a client.
After this time, the clients are assisted by a
Field Representative to help them handle the
dog and help the dog acclimate to their new
home.

PAWS estimates that the cost to breed,
raise, train, and place an Assistance Dog is
around $30,000, but the client pays no fee to
receive their dog. PAWS funding comes from
individual donations worldwide. PAWS asks
clients to spread the word and pay it forward
once they receive their dogs, which most
are happy to do. PAWS is very responsible
with their donor dollars and can be found on
Charity Navigator’s website.
As you might imagine, training a dog to
perform customized tasks is a lengthy
process. There is a lot that goes into training
and placing. Dogs stay with breeding host homes, puppy raisers, and even spend some time
in prison programs before working with trainers on specific tasks. In 2016, PAWS served 432
teams in 35 states. Despite their best efforts, not every dog is cut out to be an Assistance Dog.
Last year, about 40 dogs were placed in other working careers such as arson detection and
PTSD work with other organizations. Others were placed as pets or demonstration dogs for
presentations.
Are you looking to do some rewarding work
with dogs? PAWS is always in need of
volunteer puppy raisers, financial donations,
and wish list items. Check out the website
www.pawswithacause.org. You can take
a tour of the PAWS facility near Grand
Rapids, Michigan or request a presentation
at your work or school. There are so many
ways to get involved with this life-changing
organization, and both sides will benefit.
Kari Norton is a certified instructor and
volunteer with the Michigan Humane
Society, as well as a field representative
with Paws With a Cause. She has had over
15 years experience with training dogs and
currently offers private lessons and group
classes with Four Legged Rascals, as
well as Canine Good Citizen evaluations.
Kari also has a son with autism at home
and a PAWS demo dog. She is happy to
share information about PAWS. Contact
kari_norton@yahoo.com for details.

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NORTH AMERICAN VERSATILE HUNTING
DOG ASSOCIATIONS
Michigan NAVHDA
www.michigannavhda.com
Northern Michigan NAVHDA
www.nmnavhda.org
Southeast Michigan NAVHDA
www.seminavhda.com
SLED DOG ASSOCIATIONS
Great Lakes Sled Dog Association
Dianna Koteskey
www.glsda.com
glsdaracing@charter.net
7821 Horton Bay Road N • Boyne City, MI 49712
Michigan Dog Drivers Association
www.michigandogdrivers.com
The Upper Peninsula Sled Dog Association
www.up200.org

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Australian Shepherd Club of Michigan
www.ascofmichigan.com
Great Lakes Bearded Collie Club
www.beardie.net/glbcc
Great Lakes Pit Bull Club - Amanda Watkins
www.glapbtc.com
workingapbt@gmail.com
Michigan 4-H Clubs
www.4h.msue.msu.edu/programs/animal_
science/companion_animals
Michigan Dock Dogs
810-201-8586
www.MichiganDockDogs.com

Midwest Waterways Flat-Coated Retriever
Club
www.mwfcrc.org
Motown Working Alaskan Malamutes
Lucy Sanders 517-552-7863 or 517-552-7865
www.motownworkingdogs.org
lucy.sanders@chartermi.net
767 W. Davis Road • Howell, MI 48843
Thumb Area Tail Waggers 4-H Dog Team
Connie Sutter
989-286-6548
www.tatw.homestead.com
723 S. Hooper Street • Caro, MI 48723
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUBS (AKC)
Ann Arbor Dog Training Club See Ad Page 99
www.aadtc.org
734-995-2801
1575 E. North Territorial Road
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
Ann Arbor Kennel Club - See Ad Page 10
Chris Lezotte
www.annarborkc.org happylegs@provide.net
Basset Hound Club of Greater Detroit
www.detroitbassets.org
MICHBASSET@aol.com
PO Box 9512 • Columbus OH 43209
Battle Creek Kennel Club
Allison Jones
www.battlecreekkennelclub.com
icemama86@aol.com
Berrien Kennel Club
www.berrienkc.com
Borderline Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
Boston Terrier Club of Detroit
Michelle Waterman
616-761-2114
Shell3366@yahoo.com
4875 Johnson Road • Belding, MI 48809
Bouvier des Flanders Club of SE MI
www.bouvierclub.org
semibouvsecretary@gmail.com
Bull Terrier Club of Metro Detroit
Cleo Parker
734-425-0857
www.btcmd.org
contact@btcmd.org
29860 Munger • Livonia, MI 48154
Cairn Terrier Club of Greater Detroit
Bobbie Green
313-319-0728
www.cairnmichigan.org
jbgk9s@yahoo.com
32651 Somerset Street • Westland, MI 48186
Canine Combustion Dog Agility Club
of SE Michigan
www.caninecombustion.com
58022 Grey Fox Glen • Washington MI 48094

Agility Workout Society of Mid-Michigan
www.awsomm.com
Canine-Work And Games (C-WAGS) See Ad Page 1
Shirley Ottmer
517-817-9437
www.c-wags.org
c-wags@sbcglobal.net
Canines & Humans United
Donna Zaj
586-530-6610
www.canineshumansunited.com
chutitles@aol.com
16800 May • Eastpointe, MI 48021
Great Lakes Sport Dog Association See Ad Page 14
Steve Lewis,
President
734-748-4813
www.greatlakessportdog.org
greatlakessportdog@live.com
2111 S. Karle • Westland, MI 48186
Michigan Association for Pure Bred Dogs
www.mapbd.org
Michigan Squirrel Dog Association
www.michigansquirreldogassociation.mysite.com

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Capital City Canine Agility Club of
Lansing Michigan
https://sites.google.com/site/ccccagility/
Home
agility@gmail.com
708 E Grand River • Lansing, MI 48906
Central Michigan Agility Club - See Ad Page 95
Kersten Terry
989-751-7351 989-430-1711
Find Us on Facebook
kandjterry@sbcglobal.net
7402 W. Wackerly Street • Midland, MI 48642
Cherryland Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
Chihuahua Club of Michigan
www.chihuahuaclubofmichigan.com
Clumber Spaniel Fanciers of Michigan
www.clumberfanciersofmi.org
Companion Dog Training Club See Ad Page 99
810-631-6024
http://companiondogtrainingclub.com
4126 Holiday Drive • Flint, MI 48507
Detroit Bulldog Club, Inc.
Ric Brown
248-514-9665
www.detroitbulldogclub.com
ricbulldog@aol.com
Detroit Cocker Spaniel Club
www.detroit-csc.com
Detroit Kennel Club
www.detroitkennelclub.org
Doberman Pinscher Club of MI
Kim Downer
734-395-7412
sehoya@frontier.com
9170 Warner Road • Saline, MI 48176
Eastern Upper Peninsula Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
English Springer Spaniel Club of Michigan
Tami Morris 248-709-0350 or 248-299-4467
www.facebook.com/ESSCMinfo
tamiesscm@gmail.com
Flat River Retriever Club
Lou Vreeland
616-899-2417
vreelandskywatch@aol.com
6045 Hoogstraat Road • Conklin, MI 49403
French Bulldog Fanciers of Michigan
Beverly McCann:
810-636-2353
Debbie Fazica:
517-402-3787
www.frenchbulldogfanciersmi.com
132 W. Highland Road Suite 301 • Howell, MI
48843
German Shepherd Dog Club of Detroit, Inc.
www.gsdcd.orginfo@gsdcd.org
German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Michigan
www.gspcofmi.org
Gogebic Range Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html

Grand Rapids Agility Club
Lyman Thompson 616-455-4394 616-446-1652
www.gragility.orglymanpilot@att.net
4931 Kimball Avenue • Grand Rapids, MI 49508
Grand Rapids Kennel Club
www.grandrapidskennelclub.com
correspondingsecretary@
grandrapidskennelclub.com
Grand Traverse Kennel Club
Kyle Musselman
231-942-2660
www.gtkc.org
moreyhills@aol.com
6800 N. M66 Hwy • Lake City, MI 49651
Great Dane Club of Michigan
www.gdcofmi.wix.com/gdcm
Great Lakes American Water Spaniel Club
www.greatlakesawsc.org
Great Lakes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club
www.greatlakesckcsc.org
Great Lakes Keeshond Club of Michigan
www.greatlakeskeeshondclub.com
Great Lakes Portuguese Water Dog Club
www.greatlakespwdclub.org
Great Lakes Toy Club
www.greatlakestoyclub.com
Greater Brighton Collie Club
www.greaterbrightoncollieclub.org
Greater Detroit Lhasa Apso Club
www.facebook.com/
GreaterDetroitLhasaApsoClub
Greater Muskegon Kennel Club
www.muskegonkennelclub.com
Heart of Michigan Bernese Mountain Dog
Club, Inc.
Fred Stauch
www.hmbmdc.org
board@hmbmdc.org
Heart of MI English Cocker Spaniel Club, Inc.
Shelly M Barton
517-281-3864
www.heartofmichigan.org shellymb@gmail.com
Holland Michigan Kennel Club
Kim Caines
269-673-2282
www.hollandkennelclub.com
diamondcdals@gmail.com
2278 25th Street • Hopkins, MI 49328
Huron River Labrador Retriever Club
www.huronriverlrc.com
Huron Valley Australian Shepherd Association
www.facebook.com/Huron-Valley-AustralianShepherd-Association
Huron Valley Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
Huron Valley Saluki Club
www.huronvalleysalukiclub.homestead.com

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Michigan Hound Association
Karen Butler
517-851-8299
www.michiganhoundassociation.com
butlerkm@fastmail.us
PO Box 237 • Gregory, MI 48137
Michigan Saginaw Valley Brittany Club
www.brittanycenter.com/clubsites/
michigansaginawvalleybrittanyclub
Michigan Sporting Dog Association
Lori Sargent
517-667-0007
www.misportingdogassociation.webs.com
birddog@windsweptwires.net
5775 N. Chester Road • Charlotte, MI
Mid-Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club of Lansing
www.midmichigancockerspanielclub.org
MidMichiganCSC@aol.com
Mid-Michigan Golden Retriever Club
www.mmgrc.webs.com
Mid-Michigan Poodle Club
www.midmichiganpoodleclub.net
Midland Michigan Kennel Club See Ad Page 95
Nancy Beagle
989-430-1711
www.mmkc.org
mmkcagility@gmail.com
PO Box 2416 • Midland, MI 48641
Midwest Collie Club
www.midwestcollieclub.org
Midwest Dachshund Club
www.midwestdachshundclub.com
admin@midwestdachshundclub.com
Miniature Schnauzer Club of Michigan
www.miniatureschnauzerclubofmichigan.org
Monroe Kennel Club
www.monroekennelclub.org
Motor Cities Fox Terrier Club
Ann Joondeph or Sylvia Murray
www.motorcitiesfoxterrierclub.net
motorcitiesfoxterrierclub@yahoo.com
Motor City Miniature Pinscher Club
www.facebook.com/MCMPC
Motor City Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club
Amy Martin-Piesz
419-343-0769
www.motorcitywheatens.org amcrowel@aol.com
57400 Spaulding Court • New Hudson, MI 48165
Mount Pleasant Michigan Kennel Club
www.mtpleasantmichigankennelclub.com
7540 S. Mission Road • Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Nodrog Gordon Setter Club of Michigan
www.nodrog.org
Northern Michigan Agility Club See Ad Page 95
Mandy Moller
989-430-1711
NMACagility@outlook.com
7402 W. Wackerly Street • Midland, MI 48642

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Ingham County Kennel Club, Inc.
www.inghamcountykc.org
contact@inghamcountykc.org
Irish Setter Club of Michigan
Martina Friedeberg
www.irishsetterclubofmichigan.com
mjfriedeberg@aol.com
Ishpeming Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
Jaxon Kennel Club, Inc.
www.jaxonkennelclub.com
Kalamazoo Dog Training Club
Sharri Sibert
269-746-7071
www.kdtc.org
6740 Quality Way • Portage, MI 49002
Kalamazoo Kennel Club
www.kalamazookennelclub.com
1249 West D Avenue • Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Lake Superior Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
Livonia Kennel Club
www.livoniakennelclub.org
Lower Michigan Kerry Blue Terrier Club
www.facebook.com/Lower-Michigan-KerryBlue-Terrier-Club
kercrest@comcast.net
Macomb Kennel Club
www.macombkennelclub.com
Info.MacombKC@gmail.com
Marquette Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
Marquette Kennel Club
http://marquettekennelclub.tripod.com
Marshbanks Golden Retriever Club of S.
Central MI
www.marshbanksgrcmi.org
Michigamme English Setter Club
Chris Pilcher
248-701-4472
www.michigammeenglishsetterclub.com
c-spotrun@sbcglobal.net
100 Kachaven Road • Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Michigan Boxer Club
Jennifer Walker
248-489-1963
www.michiganboxerclub.com
secretary@michiganboxerclub.com
28423 Kendallwood • Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Michigan Brittany Club
www.michiganbrittanyclub.com
Michigan Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club
www.micbrc.org
Michigan Flyways Retriever Club
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Northland Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
Norwegian Elkhound Club of SE Michigan
Lisa Piascik
586-218-7518
dmaczoo@aol.com
25354 Firwood Avenue • Warren, MI 48089
Oakland County Kennel Club, Inc.
www.oaklandcountykennelclub.com
Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing See Ad Page 98
Roxann Wilkinson
517-485-7280
www.otcgl.com
otcglansing@gmail.com
3940 1/2 N Grand River • Lansing, MI 48906
Pomeranian Club of Michigan
www.pomclubofmi.weebly.com
Poodle Club of Southeast Michigan
www.poodleclubovsoutheastmichigan.com
Progressive Dog Club of Wayne County, Inc.
Joanne Kinnelly 734-480-3455 / 734-474-5542
www.progressivedogclub.org
kintyre@comcast.net
3684 Prospect Road • Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Raisin River Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of
Michigan
www.raisinriver.org
Saginaw Valley Kennel Club
Elizabeth Bills
989-893-6813
www.saginawvalleykennelclub.org
lilyccr@aol.com
1701 9th Street • Bay City, MI 48708
Scottish Terrier Club of Michigan
Don Dieck
www.scottishterrierclubofmichigan.com
5453 Allison Drive • Troy, MI 48085
Shetland Sheepdog Club of Greater Detroit
www.sscgd.org
Siberian Husky Club of Greater Detroit
http://shcgd.com
Southern Michigan Obedience Training Club See Ad Page 94
248-546-2727
www.smotc.org
info@smotc.org
Classes in Several Southeast Michigan
Locations
Southern Michigan Weimaraner Club
www.southernmichiganweimclub.com
Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club of Detroit,
Inc. - See Ad Page 87
586-754-3647
www.sportsmens.net
sportsmensdtc@gmail.com
1930 Tobsal Court • Warren, MI 48091
St. Bernard Club of Greater Detroit
www.saintbernardclubgreaterdetroit.org
St. Clair Kennel Club
www.stclairkc.org

St. Joe Valley Agility Club
Ellen Gruber 269-697-0185 or 269-687-7298
www.sjvac.org
obedience@echodogclub.org
PO Box 351 • Buchanan, MI 49107
457 Post Road • Buchanan, MI 49107
Stittsville Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
Strait’s of Mackinac Beagle Club
www.northernmihare.com/clubs.html
Sturgis Kennel Club
Bill Buckland
517-812-1173
nabscmc2@gmail.com
12750 Miner Road • Parma, MI 49263
Terrier Club of Michigan
Michael or Michele Asher
248-330-6593
www.terrierclubofmich.org
masherprt@sbcglobal.net
24150 Willowbrook • Novi, MI 48375
Tri Cities Dog Training Club of Saginaw Bay
www.tcdtc.com
989-790-5898
secretary@tcdtc.com
Up’N Over Agility Club of SE Michigan
Jennifer DuRocher
586-246-4574
www.unoagilityclub.com
cydersmom@yahoo.com
38324 Santa Anna • Clinton Township, MI
48036
Upper Midwest Pointer Club
Valerie Stern
231-350-9587
valerie.stern@sbcglobal.net
Vizsla Club of Michigan, Inc.
www.michiganvizsla.org
West Highland White Terrier Club of SE
Michigan
Angela Evans
734-658-7140
www.westieclubmi.com
evansangela.4116@gmail.com
15649 Riverside Drive • Livonia, MI 48154
Western Michigan Brittany Club
Diana Kubitz
269-962-2363
www.renegadebritts.com/wmbc.htm
renegadebritts@comcast.net
21224 Waubascon Road • Battle Creek, MI 49017
Western Michigan Bulldog Club
www.westernmichiganbulldogclub.com
Western Michigan Chow Chow Club
www.chowclub.org
Wolverine Belgian Tervuren Club of S. MI
Kristi Schreiber
989-330-5131
www.wbtcsm.org
foresthousebelgians@gmail.com
1795 South Rolland Road • Remus, MI 49340

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CANINE PERFORMANCE EVENTS
All Dogs Can, LLC - See Ad Page 90
Darlene Collings
810-358-0508
www.alldogscanlapeer.com
alldogscanlapeer@yahoo.com
2232 N. Lapeer Road • Lapeer, MI 48446
Grand Rapids Extreme Agility Team
Linda Loveland
www.wmdc.com
ljloveland@yahoo.com
5949 Clay Ave. SW • Wyoming, MI 49548
Leaps & Bounds K9 Training, LLC - Ellen Hizer
www.getactivek9.com
ehizer2@aol.com
TNT Dog Center - See Ad Page 92 & 95
Lisa Lundahl
989-430-1711
www.tntdogcenter.com
TNTDogCenter@hotmail.com
7402 W. Wackerly Street • Midland, MI 48642
PAWS Unlimited, Inc./Grand Rapids Area
Canines Mona Irvine
616-866-0355
www.pawsdogclub.com
monairvine@att.net
10412 Northland Drive NE • Rockford, MI 49341

FREESTYLE GROUPS
Freestyle Fanatics
586-707-4138
Nancy vonKoehnen
vonknancy@gmail.com
Rockin’ Rovers
Cheryl Copenhagen
cherylcopenhagen@gmail.com
UNITED KENNEL CLUBS
Bay Area Regional Kennel Club
Jennifer Landers
989-859-9576
www.facebook.com/Bay-Area-Kennel-Club
ducwyn@charter.net
3419 Fuller Drive • Midland, MI 48642
Bay De Noc Kennel Club
Vicki Sowa
www.baydenockennelclub.com
PO Box 176 • Wells, MI 49894

BARN HUNT CLUBS
Barn Hunt Buddies
Sharon Keillor
www.cognitoforms.com/
KeyLorePetRestGardens/BHB
barnhuntbuddies15@yahoo.com
Get Active K9, LLC
Linda Lundstrom
www.GetActiveK9.com
linda@zodiacranch.com
K9 RATicals
www.k9raticals.weebly.com
k9ratical@yahoo.com
Michigan Barn Hunt
www.coachkarli.com
dogcoachkarli@gmail.com
Scamper Detectives
Tenille Gross
248-987-2970
www.canine-adventures.com/hunt
20313 Middlebelt • Livonia, MI 48152

FLYBALL TEAMS
Ballistics Flyball Team
Kristine Felske
989-893-1390
1405 N. Johnston Street • Bay City, MI 48708
Canine Express Flyball Team
Maureen McKernan
www.flyballdogs.com/canineexpress/
36650 Suffolk Street • Charter Township, MI 48035
Fly by Night Flyball Club
www.flyballdogs.com/flybynight/
flybynightflyball@hotmail.com
Front Runners Flyball Team
www.flyballdogs.com
Fuzzy Lightning Flyball Team
Chris Kloski
www.fuzzylightning.org fuzzylightning@comcast.net
Fraser, MI 48026
Northern Light Speed
www.northernlightspeed.com
Pawsitive Attitudes Flyball Team
http://www.flyballdogs.com/paweb/
Pedal Pushers Flyball Team
http://www.flyballdogs.com/pedalpushers/
Rude Dogs
www.rudedogdapple.wixsite.com/
compdogsports/flyballrudedogspeedy@aol.com
Run Riot Flyball
Rosalyn Russell
616-403-7281
www.runriotflyball.com
bsdmom44@gmail.com
3982 Creekside Lane • Holland, MI 49424
Slammers Flyball Team
www.flyballdogs.com/slammers/
Spring Loaded Flyball Team
Angie Heighton
248-622-0262
Flyballspringloaded@comcast.net
10390 Lindsey Road • Casco, MI 48390

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Wolverine Dachshund Club
Kathy Seaman
734-474-0248
www.wolverinedachshundclub.com
kathrineseaman@comcast.net
312 Mason Ave. • Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Wolverine Great Dane Club
Patti Nehr
248-767-2866
www.wolverinegreatdaneclub.org
pattinehr@ameritech.net
5835 Curdy Road • Howell, MI 48855
Wolverine Retriever Club
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Capital City Canine Agility Club of
Lansing Michigan
https://sites.google.com/site/ccccagility/Home
agility@gmail.com
708 E Grand River • Lansing, MI 48906
Capital City Dogsports Association
Carole Field
989-640-5217
www.ccdsa.org
carolefield@ccdsa.org
4215 S. Lowell Road • St. Johns, MI 48879
Central Michigan Hunting Retriever Club
www.centralmichiganhrc.com
ECHO Club Inc.
Ellen Gruber 269-697-0185 or 269-687-7298
www.echodogclub.org
obedience@echodogclub.org
PO Box 351 • Buchanan, MI 49107
457 Port Road • Buchanan, MI 49107
Four Seasons Belgian Shepherd Dog Club
Cindy Fellows
586-484-2784
www.fourseasonsbelgians.org
cmf4dogs@msn.com
1704 Milverton • Troy, MI 48083
Great Lakes Hunting Retriever Club
Phil Swedberg
616-889-9604
www.glhrc.com
philswedberg@gmail.com
1664 Stevendale Ct • Hudsonville, MI 49426
High Five Canine Club
Lea Ann Elliot 231-536-9927 or 231-373-7823
www.high5k9.weebly.com
ejvalleygate@gmail.com
4356 Rockery School Road • East Jordan, MI
49727
Kalamazoo Valley Hunting Retriever Club
www.facebook.com/Kalamazoo-Valley-HuntingRetriever-Club
Michigan American Pit Bull Terrier Club
Amanda Watkins
248-830-4789
www.facebook.com/mapbtcwolfmoon
wolfmoonapbt@aol.com
563 Apple Tree Lane • Milford, MI 48381
Muskegon Lakeshore Obedience Training Club
www.dogtrainingmuskegon.com
dogtrainingmuskegon@gmail.com
One Paw Forward
Janet Parker
517-240-4005
www.facebook.com/One-Paw-Forward-Jackson
zombiebrains911@aim.com
PAWS Unlimited, Inc./Grand Rapids Area
Canines Mona Irvine
616-866-0355
www.pawsdogclub.com
monairvine@att.net
10412 Northland Drive NE • Rockford, MI 49341
St. Clair Flats Hunting Retriever Club
Mary Hixson
586-894-2794
www.facebook.com/groups/scfhrc
www.scfhrc.net
7424 Harmony Drive • Ira, MI 48023

Southern Michigan Hunting Retriever Club
Cher Craite
734-558-0996
www.smi-hrc.com
dandc@voyager.net
15001 US Hwy 12 • Brooklyn, MI 49230
Tri County Canine Sports
www.facebook.com/TriCountyCanineSports
Wolverine Dog Training Club
www.wolverinedtc.com
248-476-8650
info@wolverinedtc.com
20782 Orchard Lake Road • Farmington Hills,
MI 48336
Wyoming Training Club
Jan McLean
616-258-7990
www.wmdog.com wellmannereddog@gmail.com
5949 Clay Ave SW • Wyoming, MI 49548
UNITED SCHUTZHUND CLUBS
Der Michigan Schutzhund Verein
www.michiganschutzhund.com
Metro-Detroit Schutzhund Club
John Bochenek
248-860-5340
www.metrodetroitschutzhund.com
johnbochenek@hotmail.com
5550 Milan-Oakville Road • Milan, MI 48160
South Michigan Schutzhund & Police Club
www.southmichiganschutzhundandpoliceclub.net
NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL CLUBS
American Kennel Club (AKC) 212-696-8200
260 Madison Ave. • New York, NY 10016
American Kennel Club Operations 919-233-9767
8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27617
American Kennel Club - Canine Partners
Program - See Ad Page 1
919-816-3749
www.akc.org/dog-owners/canine-partners/
Barn Hunt Association (BH)
www.barnhunt.cominfo@barnhunt.com
Canine Performance Events (CPE)
www.k9cpe.com
International Sled Dog Racing Association
www.isdra.org
National Association of Canine Scent Work®
www.nacsw.net
National Hunting Retriever Club, Inc.
www.huntingretrieverclub.org
North America Diving Dogs
www.northamericadivingdogs.com
North American Agility Council (NADAC)
www.nadac.com
24605 Dodds Road • Bend, Oregon 97701

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charities. Advertising in Canine Resource Guide
is provided at no charge. Please volunteer &
donate generously this year to the canine charity
of your choice.
4 Paws 1 Heart - See Ad Page 81
Diana Rascano, President
www.4paws1heart.org
Diana.4paws1heart@gmail.com
PO Box 84 • St. Clair Shores, MI 48080
Canine Advocacy Program - See Ad Page 6
Daniel Cojanu, Program Director 248-701-6611
www.CAPMich.com
Dan@CAPMich.com
2100 Lakeshire • West Bloomfield, MI 48323
Dog Scouts of America - See Ad Page 18
Lonnie Olson, Founder
989-389-2000
www.dogscouts.org
DogScoutCamp@gmail.com
Barb Whiting
bwhitingdsa@comcast.net
Julie Benson
bensonjulie@earthlink.net
Fun Time Dog Shop - See Ad Page 52
Sarah Ercolani
734-449-9975
www.FunTimeDogShop.com
info@FunTimeDogShop.com
100% Profits donated to Rescue Groups &
Canine Cancer Research

Leader Dogs For The Blind - See Ad Page 6
Jim Dugan, Manager of Client Services x1187
www.leaderdog.org
248-651-9011
leaderdog@leaderdog.org
888-777-5332
1039 S. Rochester Road • Rochester Hills,
MI 48307
Michigan War Dog Memorial, Inc. See Ad Page 39
Phil Weitlauf, Director
248-685-8307
www.mwdm.org
pweitlauf@gmx.com
542 S. Pleasant Valley Road • Milford, MI 48380
Cemetery Location: 25805 Milford Road •
South Lyon, MI 48178
Mid-Michigan Therapy Dogs - See Ad Page 18
Kathie Whitehouse, President 248-909-9522
www.midmichigantherapydogs.com
Kathie@whitehouses.com
PO Box 320886 • Flint, MI 48532
Paws With A Cause - See Ad Page 14
www.pawswithacause.org
800-253-7297
4646 South Division • Wayland, MI 49348
Pet-A-Pet Club, Inc. - See Ad Page 6
Yesmeen Abullatif, President
www.petapet.org
PO Box 530356 • Livonia, MI 48153-0356
Petfinder - See Ad Page 85
www.Petfinder.com
Petfinder Foundation - See Ad Page 81
www.petfinderfoundation.com 520-207-0626
donate@petfinderfoundation.com
4729 East Sunrise Drive #119 • Tucson, AZ
85718
Pets For Vets, SE Michigan Chapter See Ad Page 14
Laurie Carr, Director
248-592-7592
www.petsforvets.com/se-mi
southeast-mi@petsforvets.com
PO Box 1236 • Birmingham, MI 48012
Teacher’s Pet - See Ad Page 18
Amy Johnson, Director
248-364-8704
www.teacherspetmi.org
248-930-2909
amy.johnson@teacherspetmi.org
38267 Fernhill Court • Clinton Township, MI
48038

NON-PROFIT SERVICE
ORGANIZATIONS

K9 Camo Companions - See Ad Page 14
www.k9camocompanions.com 616-970-0234
k9camocompanions@gmail.com
9161 Sparta Ave NW, Suite B • Sparta, MI 49345

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North American Flyball Association, Inc.
(NAFA)
800-318-6312
www.flyball.org
flyball@flyball.org
1333 West Devon Avenue, #512 • Chicago, IL 60660
North American Versatile Hunting Dog
Association (NAVHDA)
www.navhda.org
navoffice@navhda.org
PO Box 520 • Arlington Heights, IL 60006
Ultimate Air Dogs
www.ultimateairdogs.com
United Flyball League International (U-FLI)
www.u-fli.com
702-527-UFLI (8354)
4132 South Rainbow Blvd • Las Vegas, NV 89103
United Kennel Club (UKC)
269-343-9020
www.ukcdogs.com
100 E Kilgore Road • Kalamazoo MI 49002-5584
United Schutzhund Clubs of America (USCA)
www.germanshepherddog.com 314-638-9686
USCAoffice@germanshepherddog.com
4407 Meramec Bottom Road, Suite J • St.
Louis, MO 63129
United States Dog Agility Association (USDAA)
www.usdaa.com
972-487-2200 Ext. 102
info@usdaa.com
PO Box 850955 • Richardson, TX 75085-0955
World Freestyle Organization
www.worldcaninefreestyle.org

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SUMMER FUN AT DOG SCOUT CAMP

If you want to bond with your dog, meet fellow
canine enthusiasts and enjoy all kinds of dog
activities at a beautiful northern Michigan location,
you may want to plan on attending the Dog Scouts
of America camp this summer. I found out about the
camp from DogFancy magazine several years ago.
I was just looking for a place that would welcome
dogs, but found much more.

Maia, DSA Honor Scout

My rescue dog, Murphy and I had attended
obedience and agility classes and I just wanted to
take him on vacation. We took a chance on going
to Dog Scout Camp and it changed our lives. At
camp, we learned about positive training methods and humane education, the foundations
of this organization. Fun and informative sessions are available throughout the week and we
just loved the experience. We loved it so much that I have been back every year for 17 years. I
have 2 new dogs that come with me now. Maia and Riley are always to excited when we turn
down the dirt road that leads to camp. I treasure our memories and the friends we have made.
At camp, dogs may take a class to get their Dog Scout title and earn badges — much like Boy
Scouts or Girl Scouts. We learn, using safe and positive methods. Campers learn the “Dog
Scout Way” and dogs have the time of their life. They swim, hike, boat, bike, play games and
paint pictures (yes, they really learn how to paint). How does camp change lives? Learning to
communicate, depending on each other and knowing that our dogs come first here. We bring
out the best in each other when we work as a team.
Martha & Riley Painting

All dogs are welcome at Dog Scout Camp —
any breeds or age. Dogs range in age from
puppies to seniors, and backgrounds from
family pets to active competitors to service
dogs. Campers stay in a lodge, campers, a tent
or a cabin, as available. Meals and classes are
held in the lodge and on the beautiful grounds
of Maple Valley.

At camp, we enjoy all the best things of
camping: campfires, games, friendship and fun.
But the best part of camp is we share it with our best friends.
Martha Thierry is a member of DSA Troop 217, Motor City Canines.
Dog Scouts of America celebrates the Year of the Earth Dog at summer camps on the
weeks of June 18-23 and July 16-21, 2018. Michigan Dog Scout Camp is located on East
Nestel Rd, St Helen, MI 48656. To find out more about the Dog Scouts and camp, go to
our website: www.dogscouts.org See our ad in the Associations & Clubs.
We invite you to join our 2018 Year of the Earth Dog Facebook Page
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DANCING WITH YOUR DOG
By Elaine Chan-Whitlow
When someone asks me what canine freestyle is, I quickly answer: “I DANCE WITH MY DOG!”
To quote the founder of World Canine Freestyle Organization (WCFO), Pattie Ventre, she defines
musical freestyle as “a choreographed musical program performed by handlers and their dogs.
The object of musical freestyle is to display the dog and handler in a creative, innovative and
original dance, using music and intricate movements to showcase teamwork, artistry, costuming,
athleticism, and style in interpreting the theme of the music.”

Yoko and Kei, champion freestyle team

It is a fun sport where all dogs and
their owners can compete and earn
titles in. Regardless of breed, age,
size, or physical limitations, there
are divisions for juniors, adults,
handicapped people/dogs, and
senior dogs/people. A team can
choose to perform as individuals,
pairs, team, or brace. A common
misconception is that you have to be
a dancer to show in freestyle but a
dance background is not necessary.

When I got my kooikerhondje puppy name Moo Moo Pie, I’d been a pet dog trainer for 8 years.
At that time, I knew very little about performance dog sports and show dog, although I wanted
to learn. Moo Moo was dog reactive and sensitive so I wasn’t sure about finding something that
would be suitable for her, where we both could have fun. When
she was 4 months old, we attended a workshop (taught by Beverly
Blanchard) and learned about freestyle. There we met our first
freestyle trainer, Nancy VonKoehnen. After Moo Moo finished out
her puppy class at 6 months, we began taking foundation dance
lessons with Nancy. A few months after that, we competed at our
first WCFO live show and joined the MI FREESTYLE FANATICS
group. The group had so many incredible instructors and judges
who offer lessons and teach workshops.
Regardless of your dog’s experience when they start, freestyle training can help your dog
tremendously in almost every dog sport they might venture into in the future. Foundation freestyle
exercises focus on rear end awareness and strong muscle memory on positions, which helps
to strengthen the dog’s muscles and keep their body flexible, coordinated, and balanced. Using
clicker training to teach freestyle tricks helps to benefit the dog’s mind, keeping them mentally
active and engaged, which enhances their problem-solving skills. Freestyle moves and tricks are
also excellent for dogs who like to entertain and bring smiles to people, a great bonus for therapy
dog visits.
If your dog already has an obedience background and competes in other sports like Rally-O or
agility, many of the behaviors and skills used in these sports can be put together into a freestyle
routine. Creating a freestyle routine brings joy and creativity into your training, expands your ability
to teach complex behaviors, increases your handling skills, strengthens your connection with your
dog, and helps to improve your self-confidence and showmanship. For dogs with special needs
such as physical limitations, fear, anxiety, reactivity issues, you can still do freestyle. Many dogs
that have suffered a bad past have found that moving to music can be therapeutic and it helps
them to blossom out of their shyness.

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Through dancing with my dog, I’ve discovered things
about her that I would have never known. I have learned
to pay attention to her preferences, her abilities and
limitations, to respect her as my partner, honor her
Elaine and Moo Moo Pie, 1st
choices in the process when creating our routine, and
Kooikerhondje titled in WCFO.
trust her. I observe and listen to her when we choreograph
Photo Credit: Katherine Wattles
our moves together to see what fits her and what she can
create. Our relationship has grown so much deeper and
our bond is what makes us successful when we do anything together.
I am so glad I fell in love with canine Musical freestyle!
It gives me the opportunity to combine my passion
of the performing arts and dog training together and
challenges me as a trainer. Being surrounded in such
a people and dog friendly sport, that heavily supports
positive reward-training methods, is great! Not to
mention, we have met many amazing coaches and
friends in our journey.
As the song goes, “keep on dancing!”

Nancy and Trav’ler performing
their favorite move

For more information visit the websites of these
Freestyle organizations; World Canine Freestyle
Organization (WCFO), Musical Dog Sport
Association (MDSA), Canine Freestyle Federation
(CFF), Dogs Can Dance (DCD) and Rally Freestyle
Elements (RFE). For online classes look up; Dogs
Can Dance (by Judy Gamet), Fenzi Dog Sports
Academy (by Julie Flanery) and Karen Prior
Academy (by Michele Pouliot).

Interested in joining a Freestyle group? Visit the Associations & Clubs, Section 1, to find
contact information for Rockin’ Rovers in Western Michigan and Freestyle Fanatics in
Southeastern Michigan.

To be successful in freestyle, attention and attitude
is the key! A few helpful tips would be: practice your
basic training around distractions and crowds whenever
possible, introduce your dog to various props when
training, and play games that build strong engagement.

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In freestyle competitions there is only one dog in the
ring during the performance, which is a great thing for
dogs who are more sensitive or don’t feel comfortable
around other dogs. Unlike other dog sports competitions,
everyone is given the same course to compete. In
freestyle, “everything goes!” You and your dog choose
your own music and decide what you want in the routine,
allowing your dog to express themselves. Each dog has
their own unique dance style and no performance is
exactly alike. You can use any of your dog’s obedience
moves, tricks, or both (so long as it doesn’t hurt your
dog) and fits into an appropriate dance for the song. Your
costumes and props should coordinate with the theme of
the music selected.

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BOARDING & DAYCARE ESSENTIALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
BOARDING & DAYCARE NORTHERN MICHIGAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
BOARDING & DAYCARE SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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By Rita Dunker

Dog Daycare
Think about daycare for dogs like a kindergarten for children. After all our dogs are like our
children. Just like children playing with other children dogs enjoy socializing and playing with
other dogs.
Daycare is a great solution not only to socialize dogs but also to provide a safe enjoyable
setting when their parents work long hours. Even if parents are able to give their dogs
appropriate exercise or keep them company, daycare is a welcome change of habits and
experiences.
Some dogs strike up friendships and
cannot get enough of wrestling and
chasing each other, some dogs enjoy
being in our big outside yard sniffing,
smelling and of course marking.
When parents drop off their dog for the
first time at daycare, their dog comes in
either tail wagging or a bit unsure why
they’re being left. Just like my daughters
on their first day of kindergarten. While we
thoroughly enjoy showering our dogs with
love and affection, we sometimes need
to break this cycle for numerous reasons.
Bringing your dog to daycare will give them independence and show them they can have fun
away from home.
We have observed a lot of dogs that were nervous at the
beginning come out of their shell after a few visits. Some
of those were rescue dogs that were traumatized from past
experiences and unsure about this new environment. It may
take a while for some dogs to gain confidence, however,
when those transformations eventually happen we at The
Barkshire know we have done our job.
One key in a dog daycare setting is to put together a group of
dogs that gets along with each other. We start by conducting
temperament tests, then watch new doggy clients over days
and study their preferences and habits. After a few days we
know their character and know what reactions or behavior to expect.
Another important rule is to separate dogs by temperament and/ or size. A small dog most of
the time should be with small dogs, big or rambunctious dogs with other big or rambunctious
dogs. Great Danes, labs or any other big dogs with a lot of energy do not understand their
strength and their limits and may be playing too rough for the smaller dogs. When dogs, small
or large, get older their energy is lower and, despite size difference, they may end up as senior
citizens with our group of small dogs. We are always open to finding the best placement
irrespective of size or weight.
Last but not least every dog should have its own suite after group play. Group play can
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is desperately needed. They get time to rest during lunch break and reboot for afternoon
activities.
The relationship between daycare staff and dogs also becomes extremely important. In the
end we want our doggy clients to feel comfortable, welcome, very well treated and looked
after.
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There always comes a time in life when you need to leave town for a trip or have to work
long hours. Then you are faced with the question: who looks after my dog? There are
different solutions. One of the solutions is
The Barkshire. We created a welcoming
environment for dogs to enjoy their freedom
and the outdoors. Again, compare it with
the world of children and think about this
experience as summer camp (or winter camp
for that matter) for dogs.
Our structured schedule during the day starts
with breakfast and rest, group play time, lunch
and rest, group play time in the afternoon,
dinner and rest. Dogs like structures and start
understanding what to expect. Every dog gets
its own room and is never locked up in a crate.
For dogs to have a good experience at a boarding facility it is important for them to know
where they are. We strongly suggest occasional daycare before boarding or even throughout
the year so that dogs are familiar with our staff, facility and daily routine and consider The
Barkshire their second home.
Some dogs are fine without daycare experience before boarding; some dogs have extreme
separation anxiety and benefit from an occasional day of daycare. If the owner then eventually
has to leave town their dog will
know where he is and that his
owner will eventually come back
and pick him up again.
Another important feature at The
Barkshire is having a night shift.
The night shift staff is on site
and lets the dogs out for a potty
break before bedtime. All dogs
are monitored throughout the
night to make sure no dog is in
distress. If a dog is in distress that
dog is tended to immediately and
taken to an emergency clinic. We
have saved multiple dogs with a midnight run to the emergency room due to bloat or other
ailments. Anybody who considers a boarding facility should ask the question whether it is
a 24/7 operation. Leaving dogs alone at night locked up in a crate should not be an option.
Dogs will feel abandoned; they panic and try to break out of their crate and in the process hurt
themselves.
The Barkshire
www.TheBarkshire.com

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Riverside Pet Lodge
Michelle & Sharon Wasielewski
www.riversidepetlodge.com
2910 Kings Corner Road • Oscoda, MI 48750

989-739-5039 or 704-491-9893

riversidepetlodge@yahoo.com

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4 Paws Community Center - See Ad Page 23
Linda Travis
www.4pawscc.com
2244 Franklin Road • Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
A Walk in the Woods - See Ad Page 22
Evie Kassabian & Angie Rutherford
www.awalkinthewoods.biz
8464 Rathbun Road • Birch Run, MI 48415

248-230-7297

linda@4pawscc.com
989-624-7387
awalkinthewoods8464@gmail.com

All Under One Woof! - See Ad Page 23
Dog Daycare & Training Center
Susan Goetz
www.allunderonewoof.org
4379 Orion Road • Rochester, MI 48306

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248-651-7529
info@allunderonewoof.com

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AnnaBelle’s Pet Station - See Ad Page vi
Angela Brown & Ann Andrews
www.coolcitydogs.com
600 S. Capitol Ave. • Lansing, MI 48933

info@coolcitydogs.com
248-792-9026
info@thebarkshire.com
810-364-3647
Chris@BWPetcare.com

Blue Water Pet Care - See Ad Page 77
Chris Herbert, Owner/Photographer
www.BWPetcare.com
1661 Range Road • Kimball, MI 48074

517-599-0995

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The Barkshire - See Ad Page 25
www.TheBarkshire.com
1501 Temple City Drive • Troy, MI 48084

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Canine Adventures - See Ad Page 93
Tenille Gross
www.canine-adventures.com
20313 Middlebelt • Livonia, MI 48152

248-987-2970
k9adventures@gmail.com

Clever Canine Dog Training - See Ad Page iv
www.cleverk9mi.com
4396 Dixie Highway #8 • Waterford, MI 48329
Country Road Kennels
www.CountryRdKennels.com
6376 N. Portsmouth Road • Saginaw, MI 48601
Doggie Play Zone, Inc. - See Ad Page 23
Susan Ringey
www.doggieplayzoneinc.thedogtrainer.org
14491 Lulu Road • Ida, MI 48140
The Four Paws Hotel
Michelle Goetz
www.thefourpawshotel.com
8145 Industrial Park Drive • Grand Blanc, MI 48439
K-9 Connection Dog Training - See Ad Page 98
Marlene Hunt
www.k-9-connection.net
2606 Narrow Lake Road • Charlotte, MI 48813

248-618-3258
info@cleverk9mi.com
989-776-0266
CountryRoadKennels@yahoo.com
734-279-1024
doggieplayzoneinc@gmail.com
810-771-7266
michelle@thefourpawshotel.com
517-712-8875
k-9connection@hotmail.com

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Key-Lore Pet Rest Gardens - See Ad Page 93
www.petrest.com
7185 Gillette Road • Flushing, MI 48433

810-659-5951
keylorepetrest@yahoo.com

Pet Suite Retreat - See Ad Page 24
www.petsuiteretreat.com
Inkster:
26245 Michigan Ave. • Inkster, MI 48141
Troy:
2300 Bellingham Drive • Troy, MI 48083

313-277-6812
248-689-8870

Valorzen Canine Training - See Ad Page 94
Tameesha VanEtten & Lynn Latchaw
www.Valorzen.com
G-3387 Mallery Street • Flint, MI 48504
Von Der King Kennels & Training - See Ad Page 91
Nicholas King & Michelle Rivera
www.vonderking.com
4640 W. Grand River Ave. • Howell, MI 48855

810-875-6646
info@Valorzen.com
517-927-6390
vonderking@gmail.com

BOARDING & DAYCARE WESTERN MICHIGAN
Camp Fido Dog Daycare
www.campfido.com
8661 Stadium Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49009
1030 South 8th Street • Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Voted #1 for Pets in West Michigan

269-544-1520

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The Dog Dive, Grey Paws Daycare - See Ad Page 36
Beth Yerrick & Mary Lester
www.thedogdive.com
1613 Riverview Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49004

269-459-9393
contact@thedogdive.com

Pine Hill Kennel & Sportsman’s Club - See Ad Page 65
Scott Brosier
www.MichiganBirdHunter.com
8347 Ten Mile Road NE • Rockford, MI 49341

616-874-8459
phkscllc@gmail.com

Scootie’s Dog Training & Boarding - See Ad Page 98
Emily
www.facebook.com/scootiesdogtrainingandboarding
Whites Bridge Road • Belding, MI 48809
The Well Mannered Dog Center - See Ad Page 90
www.wmdog.com
5949 Clay Ave. SW • Wyoming, MI 49548
Like Us on Facebook

616-826-7654
emily@scootiesdt.com
616-258-7990
wellmannereddog@gmail.com

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The Barkshire - See Ad Page 25
www.TheBarkshire.com
1501 Temple City Drive • Troy, MI 48084

248-792-9026
info@thebarkshire.com

The Dog Dive, Grey Paws Daycare - See Ad Page 36
Beth Yerrick & Mary Lester
www.thedogdive.com
1613 Riverview Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49004

269-459-9393
contact@thedogdive.com

Pet Suite Retreat - See Ad Page 24
www.petsuiteretreat.com
Inkster:
26245 Michigan Ave. • Inkster, MI 48141
Troy:
2300 Bellingham Drive • Troy, MI 48083

313-277-6812
248-689-8870

PET SITTING & WALKING SERVICES
SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
AnnaBelle’s Pet Station - See Ad Page vi
Angela Brown & Ann Andrews
www.coolcitydogs.com
600 S. Capitol Ave. • Lansing, MI 48933

517-599-0995
info@coolcitydogs.com

Pet Taxi Plus - See Ad Page 79
Angelina Manly, Owner
www.PetTaxiPlus.com
Serving Oakland, Wayne & Macomb Counties
PawStroll, LLC - See Ad Page 19
Ndidika Vernon
www.pawstroll.com
Serving Metro Detroit Area

586-263-3573
angiezilla1@yahoo.com
313-970-4674
pawstrolldetroit@gmail.com

WESTERN MICHIGAN
Walk MI Dog - See Ad Page iv
www.WalkMIDog.com
Rockford, MI 49341
Serving Grand Rapids Area

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THE DOG WALKING BUSINESS
By Peter Bouchard

The Background
According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), pet ownership has steadily
increased over the past two decades to 68% of US households representing an estimated 60+
million that own dogs. Many are multiple-dog families bringing the total canine count to around
89.7 million.
IBIS World reports that the dog-walking business in particular has grown 3.7% over the past
five years with a revenue intake of about $1B. No wonder there are currently over 27,000 dogwalking businesses in the US alone.
After learning this, the question was not whether this was a business worth getting into, but
what’s taking me so long to start my own?
The Business
I decided to put my project management skills
to good use, created a plan and started my
dog walking business in July of 2016. Sole
proprietorship. Now what?
The ever growing but sleepy business of walking
dogs has a plethora of examples, templates
and software to help create the infrastructure to
this business; contracts, first-aid certifications,
software to track walks (and financials), special
dog-walking insurance (Geico does not cover
that) and there are even dog-walking business
development businesses!
My mission was to provide a professional service that was certified, insured and convenient.
I believe very much in the “keep it simple” philosophy and that has proven wise. Not every
customer needs that, but they all appreciate it.
I use the Pet Check application to manage my customers, the dogs and their walks (there
is a GPS component that provides a map of the walk to the owner), and billing information.
Pet Sitter Associates provides insurance, and Pet Tech makes sure I’m skilled in first-aid
techniques.
Not all of my customers are “high-tech” however. To accommodate, I have a mirror image of
my business in “low-tech” form. I use a dry-erase doggie report card, accept cash (of course),
and communicate via good ol’ fashioned telephone!
All the marketing channels are in action and have yielded results; Webpage, Facebook, Twitter,

This trend crossed my professional path when it was casually suggested to me that I start a
dog-walking business. I was a classically trained musician, certified project manager, adjunct
college professor – surely this was not a viable idea. How easy it was to dismiss the idea for
many reasons; it wasn’t respectable; it wasn’t profitable; who would ever need such a service?
Wrong.

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My father and I often reminisce about the days when one simply let the dog out in the morning
and hoped that it would return home for dinner later in the day. How times have changed. The
rise of dog ownership, especially in urban areas, and leash laws (especially in suburban areas)
has led to a burgeoning need for support services for dog owners and their dogs. One of
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print and direct mail. One can spend a little or a lot, but today’s social media marketing can be
very effective for a modest cost.
The Benefits
It took four months to get my first customer. But it was worth it. Despite the positive
economics of this business, the benefits and satisfaction are immense. They are all the
obvious ones you hear – exercise! dogs! fresh air! But there are more important ones as well.
I believe I went into the business for the right reasons – to provide a needed service both
to owners and the dogs. The dogs don’t have opposable thumbs and can’t open doors for
themselves (well, at least most can’t) and they have the same physical and psychological
needs as we humans do. They gotta “go” and they love company. The owners have enough
to worry about and getting a visit from a professional dog-walker can relieve one of those
worries. An increasing number of owners are now working from home and a dog walker
provides one less (and lengthy) interruption during the day. Several of my customers are in this
category.
We offer service 12 hours a day,
seven days per week. And this
adds a benefit to many families
who want to spend a weekend
day away.
Despite our operational hours,
we are limited in our services
compared to other professional
dog-walking services as we do
not stay overnight nor do we walk
more than two dogs at a time.
The benefits to me have been
beyond income – it is the first
time the phrase “do what you love
and you will never work again”
has had any meaning to me. The
job is the right fit. In addition to
the exercise and fresh air – which is the best kind of health insurance – the joy of joining the
pack, sharing a conversation with the furry four-footers while sniffing our way through the local
trails, and sending reassuring notes to devoted owners, is invaluable to my own psyche.
Sure, it gets cold, rainy, snowy, icy, muddy. And yes, you have to pick up poop. But a dog
walker makes owners and dogs happy such that these elements do not matter. Dogs want to
see the sights beyond their invisible (or visible) fence. It is their nature to explore the territory
and dog-walkers provide that benefit as well.
If owners want healthy and well-behaved pooches, call a dog-walker – we’ll provide the relief,
exercise and companionship they need to keep their sunny disposition intact.
Gone are the days when just opening up the front door and letting your dog out was the best
option. A professional dog-walker fills that need and many others – safety, reliability (dogs
know when you’re late!!), and the security of knowing your dog’s well-being is being given
proper attention. More and more owners are seeing this value and it is good for them, for the
dogs, and provides an economic benefit for small business owners.
I am glad I did not dismiss the casual suggestion that I start my dog-walking business. One
year later, we have steadily grown and now have three employees. Join the pack!
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ARTICLE: Laser Therapy – How It Can Benefit Your Pet By Sharon Smith. . 30
ARTICLE: Luxating Patella And Conservative Treatment Options
By Christina Cole, DC, CIVCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
ALLERGY & DERMATOLOGY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
CANINE ACUPUNCTURE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
CANINE CHIROPRACTIC & VETERINARY SPINAL MANIPULATION . . . . . . 34
CANINE MASSAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
CANINE REIKI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
E M E R G E N C Y • C A R E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
END OF LIFE SERVICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
EUTHANASIA, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
HOLISTIC PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
HOLISTIC VETERINARY CARE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
NUTRITIONAL HEALTH & SUPPLEMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
PHYSICAL REHABILITATION & THERAPEUTIC CARE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
REPRODUCTIVE SERVICES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
SPECIALIZED SURGICAL SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
WEARABLE LASER THERAPY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
WELLNESS & PREVENTATIVE CARE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
ARTICLE: Canine Conditioning: Not Just For Athletes
By Mary L. Cardeccia, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CCRT, CAVCA, CCMT. . . . . . . . 44
ARTICLE: New Voice, New Idea, & A New Direction for
Dog Health By Michael Prentice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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LASER THERAPY – HOW IT CAN BENEFIT YOUR PET
By Sharon Smith

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Whether your pet is rehabilitating from trauma or injury, healing from wounds or
simply aging, cold laser therapy can provide fast pain relief and speed healing.
Cold laser therapy, also known as Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), is FDAcleared, has no known side effects and is considered both safe and effective
across the veterinary industry. It is a surgery-free, drug-free, non-invasive
treatment that relieves pain and accelerates the body’s natural healing and
relaxation process.

Benefits
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Reduces pain, swelling and inflammation
Increases circulation and blood flow
Reduces muscle soreness and spasms
Faster wound healing with less scarring
Accelerates tissue repair and cell growth
Increases oxygenation and lymphatic system
activity
Improves nerve function and regeneration
Stimulates immune system
Improves mobility and endurance
Reduces anxiety, depression and improves
temperament

Treatable Conditions

• Tendon, ligament, muscle, joint and bone
injuries and conditions
• Wounds and skin conditions
• Post-surgical healing
• Arthritis and osteoarthritis
• Degenerative joint and disc disease (IVDD)
• Musculoskeletal disorders (Hip dysplasia)
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Neuromuscular diseases
• Autoimmune disorders
• Sports conditioning and injury prevention
• Anxiety and depression

How it works? Light energy is emitted from the laser in gentle wavelengths
that penetrate the skin and blood vessels in the form of photons. This promotes
the opening of blood vessels and stimulation of cells, providing pain relief and
allowing for rapid absorption of nutrients, elimination of wastes and growth of
new cells and nerves. This process is called PhotoBioModulation, (PBM).
What to expect? Historically laser therapy has been administered with
a handheld wand that is passed over the affected area. LASERwrap®, an
innovative solution from Spectra Therapy, has revolutionized the technology by
making wearable coats, wraps and pads that deliver automatic repeat treatments. LASERwrap® is easy to
use and treats the area of concern, the surrounding area and its blood supply.
Treatments are pain free, comforting and relaxing. Your pet may feel gentle and soothing warmth or tingling
from the improved circulation and blood flow. As pain or inflammation subsides, anxiety and tension tend to
quickly dissipate. Some old conditions may feel aggravated briefly as the healing response activates. The
effectiveness can usually be seen shortly after treatments are initiated. The frequency and length of time
needed are dependent on the condition. Severe acute and chronic conditions may require daily treatments
initially, declining as healing occurs. Many chronic conditions can be well managed with ongoing periodic
care. Prompt application after injury or surgery speeds recovery time, which is a major advantage for canine
athletes. Treatments are cumulative; each additional treatment can facilitate a greater improvement in your
pet’s condition. Laser therapy can be effectively combined with other treatments, including physical therapy,
chiropractic, massage, soft tissue mobilization, and electrotherapy.
How to get it? If you want to try laser therapy you can buy your own or go to a veterinarian. Cold lasers are
classified based on power and wavelength. Higher-powered lasers, for professional use, dispense treatment
rapidly and lower powered lasers require more time but can be just as effective. The cost of veterinary
laser treatments ranges from $25 to $50 per session. Handheld lasers, for home use, can range from a few
hundred to over $10,000. LASERwrap® cost under $700 with several options available in wraps and pads for
dogs and cats, horses and humans.
Cold laser should not be used with certain conditions such as pregnancies, over areas of active bleeding,
or potentially cancerous conditions. Depending on your pet’s condition, it may be important to consult your
veterinarian prior to using laser treatment.
Laser therapy is often overlooked because of the lack of awareness of the healing power. It can offer superior
benefits over surgery, drugs, and other therapies without the associated cost, risks and side effects.
Visit the Spectra Therapy website to learn about Wearable LASERwrap® canine products.

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LUXATING PATELLA AND CONSERVATIVE
TREATMENT OPTIONS

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By Christina Cole, DC, CIVCA

Luxating patella, also known as a floating kneecap, is an orthopedic condition seen
predominantly in small dog breeds. It is characterized by a brief spell of lameness followed
typically by a quick return to activity. An example might be seen during a play session. Your
pet would be running around then suddenly hike his or her leg up. After a minute or two, they
would put their leg back down and run around like nothing ever happened. This is a relatively
standard presentation of luxating patella. Why did this happen though? In this article, we will
discuss the mechanism as well as treatment options.
What causes luxating patella?
There are numerous potential
causes. Some experts
believe floating kneecaps
are genetic, while others
believe it is developmental
in nature. The answer is
probably a combination of
both. Either way, the problem
is the same – the kneecap
has slipped out of its normal
groove. Anatomically, there is
a slight depression between
the femur and tibia where
the kneecap rests. The
quadriceps muscle and its
tendon attach to the knee
cap and hold it in its normal position. Unfortunately, sometimes the muscle is unable to do its
job and the kneecap slips out resulting in lameness.
What are the symptoms and
consequences of luxating patella?
The symptoms of luxating patella
depend on the severity and persistence
of the condition. The dog will typically
display an obvious abnormal movement
in the rear end. It may also experience
pain. Fortunately, luxating patella is
not believed to be painful once the
kneecap is out of position. They only feel
discomfort briefly as the patella slips over
the bony ridge holding it in. However,
the pain can increase as the condition
becomes more chronic.
Therefore, when the first attack happens,
it is time to start considering options
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address it the better. This is because the constant popping in and out of the kneecap can wear
down the cartilage in the joint leading to early arthritis development in the knee. In addition, the
condition will cause other joints to compensate, leading to more problems.
What preventative treatment options are there?
There are numerous preventative treatment options available. These include:
• Keeping your pet’s weight appropriate
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• Integrating
joint supportive
supplements such
as glucosamine
and chondroitin

• Regular exercise to
maintain strength
• Muscular
rehabilitation
• Animal Chiropractic
by a certified
animal chiropractor
Animal chiropractic
can play a crucial role
in assisting pets that
suffer from luxating
patella. After all,
structure determines
function. This is the
premise by which the body and chiropractic works. Since luxating patella is an example of
abnormal structure, chiropractic is a useful modality.
How does animal chiropractic help luxating patella patients?
Animal chiropractors perform examinations where they assess the quality of motion in the
spine and limbs looking for biomechanical issues. When they find these abnormalities,
known as structural shifts, they use a very gentle adjustment to correct them into a more
normal position. This will help the joints move the way they were intended to and flush
out inflammation. It will not only help the knee joint, but the other joints that are forced to
compensate for the abnormality. Think about it like your house. If the foundation were to sink
down by a couple of inches on one side, wouldn’t you expect to see your walls crack, floor
boards pop up, and the rest of the house deteriorate? The same principles apply to the body.
To sum things up, luxating patella is a condition that affects many small animal breeds. There
are a few theories as to why, but it is probably a combination of genetics and the way a dog
develops. There are numerous conservative treatment options fortunately – one of which is
animal chiropractic. By visiting an animal chiropractor, your pet will deal with less exposure
to biomechanical abnormalities that contribute to luxating patella. This is one of the keys to
reducing the severity and chronicity of the condition.
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ALLERGY & DERMATOLOGY

Pet Allergy & Dermatology Solutions - See Ad Page 37
Gerald Barnes, DVM
www.pets4pads.com
43731 N. Gratiot Ave. • Clinton Twp, MI 48036

586-787-1773
JBarnesDVM@pets4pads.com

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Advanced Animal Chiropractic - See Ad Page iii
248-602-0807
Christina Cole, DC, CIVCA
www.advancedanimalchiropractic.com
advancedanimalchiropractic@gmail.com
Mobile Practice Serving Southeastern, MI
Animal Rehabilitation Facility - See Ad Page 35
734-253-2722
Mary L. Cardeccia, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CCRT, CCMT
Certified in Animal Chiropractic by the AVCA
www.K9RehabMI.com
K9RehabMI@gmail.com
8040 4th Street • Dexter, MI 48130
Natural Healing Pet Care - See Ad Page 39
248-797-5139
Nicole LeVeque, DVM
www.naturalhealingpetcare.com
naturalhealingpetcare@gmail.com
1722 11 Mile Road • Berkley, MI 48072
Pawsitive Steps Rehabilitation & Therapy For Pets - See Ad Page 29
248-564-0309
Tari Kern, DVM, CCRP, CVMA, CVSMT
www.pawsitivestepsrehab.com
frontdesk@pawsitivestepsrehab.com
1894 Star Batt Drive • Rochester Hills, MI 48309

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Animal Rehabilitation Facility - See Ad Page 35
734-253-2722
Mary L. Cardeccia, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CCRT, CCMT
Certified in Animal Chiropractic by the AVCA
www.K9RehabMI.com
K9RehabMI@gmail.com
8040 4th Street • Dexter, MI 48130
Pawsitive Steps Rehabilitation & Therapy For Pets - See Ad Page 29
248-564-0309
Tari Kern, DVM, CCRP, CVMA, CVSMT
www.pawsitivestepsrehab.com
frontdesk@pawsitivestepsrehab.com
1894 Star Batt Drive • Rochester Hills, MI 48309

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SW Michigan Natural Healing For Animals - See Ad Page 89
269-262-2504
CJ LaPorte, CESMT, CCMT Instructor
www.swminaturalhealingforanimals.wordpress.com
equinebodyworktherapy@gmail.com
Niles, MI 49120

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Animal Rehabilitation Facility - See Ad Page 35
Mary L. Cardeccia, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CCRT, CCMT
Certified in Animal Chiropractic by the AVCA
www.K9RehabMI.com
8040 4th Street • Dexter, MI 48130
Four Paws Veterinary Wellness - See Ad Page v
Monica Turenne, DVM, CVA, CT, CHPV
www.fourpawsvetwellness.com
Offering Integrative House Call Veterinary Services
Ann Arbor and Surrounding Areas

E M E R G E N C Y • C A R E
Great Lakes Pet Emergencies - See Ad Inside Back Cover
www.greatlakespet.com
1221 Tittabawassee Road • Saginaw, MI 48604
Open every night, weekend and holiday
Wilson Veterinary Hospital - See Ad Page 40
John F. Wilson, DVM, ABVP and associates
www.wilsonvethospital.com
12000 Durham • Washington, MI 48065

734-253-2722
K9RehabMI@gmail.com
734-385-7161
mt@fourpawsvetwellness.com

989-752-1960

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END OF LIFE SERVICE

Key-Lore Pet Rest Gardens - See Ad Page 93
www.petrest.com
7185 Gillette Road • Flushing, MI 48433

810-659-5951
keylorepetrest@yahoo.com

Michigan War Dog Memorial, Inc. - See Ad Page 39
Phil Weitlauf, Director
www.mwdm.org
542 S. Pleasant Valley Road • Milford, MI 48380
Cemetery Location: 25805 Milford Road • South Lyon, MI 48178
Whispering Pines Pet Cemetery - See Ad Page 37
Dee Wray
www.whisperingpinespetcemetery.com
943 Wray Ct. • Ypsilanti, MI 48198

248-685-8307
pweitlauf@gmx.com

734-320-0363 or 734-547-0083
wppc2000@hotmail.com

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Clarkston Animal Medical Center - See Ad Page 36
John Krieger, DVM, Robin Krieger, DVM, Sarah James, DVM
www.clarkstonanimalmedical.com
5904 S. Main Street • Clarkston, MI 48346
Comfort Care Veterinary Services - See Ad Page 39
Steven Zinderman, DVM, CCRT, CVPP
www.comfortcarevet.com
41740 Michigan Avenue • Canton, MI 48188

248-625-5580 or 248-625-5581
camc456@comcast.net
248-429-9866
comfortcarevet@gmail.com

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Creature Comfort Veterinary House Call Services, PLLC - See Ad Page 38
269-569-5960
Christine McCloskey, DVM
www.creaturecomfortvetser.com
creaturecomfortvetservices@gmail.com
Serving Kalamazoo, Battle Creek and surrounding areas
Four Paws Veterinary Wellness - See Ad Page v
Monica Turenne, DVM, CVA, CT, CHPV
www.fourpawsvetwellness.com
Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian
Certified in Thanatology: Death, Dying and Bereavement
Offering In-Home Hospice and Euthanasia Services
Ann Arbor and Surrounding Areas
Natural Healing Pet Care - See Ad Page 39
Nicole LeVeque, DVM
www.naturalhealingpetcare.com
1722 11 Mile Road • Berkley, MI 48072
PetCalls Veterinary Housecalls - See Ad Page 40
www.PetCalls.net
1514 Washington Blvd. #203 • Detroit, MI 48226

HOLISTIC PRODUCTS

Green Pawz Pet Supply - See Ad Page v
Lisa Pearce
www.greenpawzpetsupply.com
211 North Maple • Ann Arbor, MI 48103

734-385-7161
mt@fourpawsvetwellness.com

248-797-5139
naturalhealingpetcare@gmail.com
313-788-7387
info@petcalls.net

734-222-9622
LPearce1242@gmail.com

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PETfection - 100% Natural & Organic Products
313-300-4596
Sheena Michels
www.PETfection.com
info@myPETfection.com
Pet X Supply & Pet Xtras Grooming-n-Training - See Ad Inside Front & 61
517-546-6740
Debbie Fazica
517-546-3595
www.mypetx.com
info@mypetx.com
132 West Highland Road Suite 101 • Howell, MI 48843
Premier Pet Supply - See Ad Page 49
www.premierpetsupply.com
info@premierpetsupply.com
Beverly Hills:
248-647-4310
31215 Southfield Road • Beverly Hills, MI 48025
Livonia:
734-855-4505
15399 Merriman Road • Livonia, MI 48154
Novi:
248-773-8592
47810 Grand River Avenue • Novi, MI 48374
Rochester Hills:
248-606-4615
63 W. Auburn Road • Rochester Hills, MI 48307
PRO-PET-OTIC, Home of the PRO-BARK-OTIC® - See Ad Page 41
248-469-6840
USDA Regulated Dog Probiotic & Enzyme Additive
INFO@PROPETOTIC.COM
www.PROPETOTIC.com
www.Facebook.com/PROBARKOTIC
Ferndale, MI
www.Instagram.com/PROBARKOTIC
Purely Pets - See Ad Page 55
586-991-6301
Andrew Jacob
www.purelypetsmi.com
speak@purelypetsmi.com
13723 23 Mile Road • Shelby Township, MI 48315
Spectra Therapy, LLC - See Ads on Back Cover and Page 31
248-524-6300
www.SpectraTherapy.com
info@spectratherapy.com
Wearable LASERwrap® hands-free automatic laser
therapy products providing rehabilitation anywhere and anytime.

HOLISTIC VETERINARY CARE

734-253-2722
K9RehabMI@gmail.com
734-385-7161
mt@fourpawsvetwellness.com

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Natural Healing Pet Care - See Ad Page 39
Nicole LeVeque, DVM
www.naturalhealingpetcare.com
1722 11 Mile Road • Berkley, MI 48072

248-797-5139
naturalhealingpetcare@gmail.com

NUTRITIONAL HEALTH & SUPPLEMENTS
Animal Rehabilitation Facility - See Ad Page 35
Mary L. Cardeccia, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CCRT, CCMT
Certified in Animal Chiropractic by the AVCA
www.K9RehabMI.com
8040 4th Street • Dexter, MI 48130
Four Paws Veterinary Wellness - See Ad Page v
Monica Turenne, DVM, CVA, CT, CHPV
www.fourpawsvetwellness.com
Offering Integrative House Call Veterinary Services
Ann Arbor and Surrounding Areas
Natural Healing Pet Care - See Ad Page 39
Nicole LeVeque, DVM
www.naturalhealingpetcare.com
1722 11 Mile Road • Berkley, MI 48072

734-253-2722

K9RehabMI@gmail.com
734-385-7161
mt@fourpawsvetwellness.com

248-797-5139
naturalhealingpetcare@gmail.com

PetCalls Veterinary Housecalls - See Ad Page 40
www.PetCalls.net
1514 Washington Blvd. #203 • Detroit, MI 48226

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313-788-7387
info@petcalls.net

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PRO-PET-OTIC, Home of the PRO-BARK-OTIC® - See Ad Page 41
248-469-6840
USDA Regulated Dog Probiotic & Enzyme Additive
INFO@PROPETOTIC.COM
www.PROPETOTIC.com
www.Facebook.com/PROBARKOTIC
Ferndale, MI
www.Instagram.com/PROBARKOTIC
Raw Dog: Raw Dog Food Delivered, LLC - See Ad Page 54
734-353-1011
www.RawDogDelivered.com
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PHYSICAL REHABILITATION & THERAPEUTIC CARE

Animal Rehabilitation Facility - See Ad Page 35
734-253-2722
Mary L. Cardeccia, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CCRT, CCMT
Certified in Animal Chiropractic by the AVCA
www.K9RehabMI.com
K9RehabMI@gmail.com
8040 4th Street • Dexter, MI 48130
Comfort Care Veterinary Services - See Ad Page 39
248-429-9866
Steven Zinderman, DVM, CCRT, CVPP
www.comfortcarevet.com
comfortcarevet@gmail.com
41740 Michigan Avenue • Canton, MI 48188
The Dog Dive - See Ad Page 36
269-459-9393
Beth Yerrick & Mary Lester
www.thedogdive.com
contact@thedogdive.com
1613 Riverview Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49004
Mackinaw Veterinary Associates
989-793-8728
Sarah Zuker, DVM, CCRP
www.mackinawvet.com
4915 Mackinaw Road • Saginaw, MI 48603
Pawsitive Steps Rehabilitation & Therapy For Pets - See Ad Page 29
248-564-0309
Tari Kern, DVM, CCRP, CVMA, CVSMT
www.pawsitivestepsrehab.com
frontdesk@pawsitivestepsrehab.com
1894 Star Batt Drive • Rochester Hills, MI 48309
Spectra Therapy, LLC - See Ads on Back Cover and Page 31
248-524-6300
www.SpectraTherapy.com
info@spectratherapy.com
Wearable LASERwrap® hands-free automatic laser
therapy products providing rehabilitation anywhere and anytime.
Wilson Veterinary Hospital - See Ad Page 40
586-752-6217
John F. Wilson, DVM, ABVP and associates
www.wilsonvethospital.com
12000 Durham • Washington, MI 48065

REPRODUCTIVE SERVICES

Clarkston Animal Medical Center - See Ad Page 36
John Krieger, DVM, Robin Krieger, DVM, Sarah James, DVM
www.clarkstonanimalmedical.com
5904 S. Main Street • Clarkston, MI 48346
Wilson Veterinary Hospital - See Ad Page 40
John F. Wilson, DVM, ABVP and associates
www.wilsonvethospital.com
12000 Durham • Washington, MI 48065

SPECIALIZED SURGICAL SERVICES

Clarkston Animal Medical Center - See Ad Page 36
John Krieger, DVM, Robin Krieger, DVM, Sarah James, DVM
www.clarkstonanimalmedical.com
5904 S. Main Street • Clarkston, MI 48346

248-625-5580 or 248-625-5581
camc456@comcast.net
586-752-6217

248-625-5580 or 248-625-5581

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Great Lakes Pet Emergencies - See Ad Inside Back Cover
www.greatlakespet.com
1221 Tittabawassee Road • Saginaw, MI 48604
Open every night, weekend and holiday
Wilson Veterinary Hospital - See Ad Page 40
John F. Wilson, DVM, ABVP and associates
www.wilsonvethospital.com
12000 Durham • Washington, MI 48065

WEARABLE LASER THERAPY

Spectra Therapy, LLC - See Ads on Back Cover and Page 31
www.SpectraTherapy.com
Wearable LASERwrap® hands-free automatic laser
therapy products providing rehabilitation anywhere and anytime.

989-752-1960

586-752-6217

248-524-6300
info@spectratherapy.com

WELLNESS & PREVENTATIVE CARE

Clarkston Animal Medical Center - See Ad Page 36
248-625-5580 or 248-625-5581
John Krieger, DVM, Robin Krieger, DVM, Sarah James, DVM
www.clarkstonanimalmedical.com
camc456@comcast.net
5904 S. Main Street • Clarkston, MI 48346
Natural Healing Pet Care - See Ad Page 39
248-797-5139
Nicole LeVeque, DVM
www.naturalhealingpetcare.com
naturalhealingpetcare@gmail.com
1722 11 Mile Road • Berkley, MI 48072
Wilson Veterinary Hospital - See Ad Page 40
586-752-6217
John F. Wilson, DVM, ABVP and associates
www.wilsonvethospital.com
12000 Durham • Washington, MI 48065
MOBILE
Creature Comfort Veterinary House Call Services, PLLC - See Ad Page 38
269-569-5960
Christine McCloskey, DVM
www.creaturecomfortvetser.com
creaturecomfortvetservices@gmail.com
Serving Kalamazoo, Battle Creek and surrounding areas
Four Paws Veterinary Wellness - See Ad Page v
734-385-7161
Monica Turenne, DVM, CVA, CT, CHPV
www.fourpawsvetwellness.com
mt@fourpawsvetwellness.com
Offering Integrative House Call Veterinary Services
Ann Arbor and Surrounding Areas
PetCalls Veterinary Housecalls - See Ad Page 40
313-788-7387
www.PetCalls.net
info@petcalls.net
1514 Washington Blvd. #203 • Detroit, MI 48226

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CANINE CONDITIONING: NOT JUST FOR ATHLETES
By Mary L. Cardeccia, DVM, CVA, CVFT,
CCRT, CAVCA, CCMT

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Whether your dog is an athlete or a couch potato, Canine Conditioning is something you and
your furry friends should probably become familiar with. Why? My dog is happy and healthy
right now you say?
Here’s why…Canine Conditioning is very similar to physical therapy and sports conditioning
for humans. It uses exercise and/or practice to build the body up for either improved normal
performance, as in physical therapy, or in preparation for sports performance. But for our
canine companions it goes beyond these ideas.
• We can use it to help teach basic social skills to puppies, bolster
confidence of shy, nervous or grieving dogs, or burn off excess
energy from our working breeds.
• Conditioning exercises can be used to challenge the minds of
super smart dogs, the bodies of super fit dogs, or incorporated as
part of a weight loss program.
• Our beloved geriatric dogs really benefit from the mental and
physical stimulation of a basic conditioning regime.
• We can also reduce the risk of injury to our canine working
partners with consistent and specific conditioning.
• In essence, a good conditioning program can be used for
improving sports performance, improving or maintaining mobility
in aging dogs, socializing puppies, a great bonding experience, and everything in between!
At this point, you may be wondering what a conditioning program would look like for your dog,
and what it could add to your dog’s life. That all depends on several factors like:
1.) your dog’s age, breed and structure
2.) your dog’s activity and ability level, as well as your activity and ability level
3.) your dog’s “job”-i.e. couch cuddling companion, running partner, assistance dog,
dabbling in sports, competing in sports, etc.
Once we factor that information in, we can formulate a conditioning program to address
specific goals for you and your dog as a team, whether that be improving mobility and the
quality of life for a senior, preventing injury or improving sports performance in competition,
keeping an assistance dog able to perform his/her duties well, or just learning more fun games
to keep your smart young dog out of trouble. No matter where you and your dog fall along
this continuum, an appropriate conditioning program can build confidence in your dog and
strengthen your bond as a “team.” It will help stabilize weak areas of the body, preventing
injuries, and improving strength, balance and coordination overall. Maintaining strength and
flexibility with a conditioning program can also help to speed recovery from injuries if they do
happen to occur.
Building a customized program
Your dog’s conditioning program may be comprised of
several different categories of exercises, based on his/her
specific needs and your goals with the program. There are
four main categories of exercises that we may use:

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■ Strength Training-This is comparable to we humans lifting weights or performing isometric
exercises.

Endurance Training-Similar to how we
would perform cardiovascular conditioning, for
dogs this usually consists of sustained trotting
or continuous swimming. [Note: Cardiovascular
endurance is the ability to sustain a prolonged
stressful activity, like running, and should not
be confused with stamina, which is the ability
to keep working for long periods of time. For
the majority of our dogs, stamina is much more
necessary than true endurance. We improve stamina by incorporating specific exercises to
improve skill and increase strength.]
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A good conditioning program may incorporate exercises from any of the above categories,
but not necessarily all of them, depending on our goals with the program. Often, an individual
exercise may fall into more than one category, such as both Strength and Proprioception, so
we can select exercises that will streamline your program, and address the specific goals we
have set for your dog, without asking you to spend hours each day on your dog’s work out
program. Depending on what your dog likes best, we can use food rewards, toys, play, praise,
or any combination of these to motivate your dog to
participate. Above all, we want the program to be fun for
both of you!
Now that you are considering starting a conditioning
exercise program with your dog, please check in with your
veterinarian to make certain that it is safe for your dog.
In addition, seeking out a veterinarian knowledgeable
in Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, who can
help you know where to start, what to aim for, and how
to progress your program, is also a wise idea. Working in
conjunction with your primary care veterinarian, we can tailor the most appropriate, and safest,
program for your dog.
Dr. Cardeccia attended Michigan State University, where she received her BS in Animal
Sciences in 1991, and her DVM with honors in 1995. She owns and operates the Animal
Rehabilitation Facility in Dexter, MI, and is committed to providing compassionate
integrative veterinary care based on the needs of her patients and the beliefs of
their human families. Dr. Cardeccia is a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist, Certified
Veterinary Food Therapist, Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist, Certified Canine
Massage Therapist, is certified in Animal Chiropractic by the AVCA, and is currently
enrolled in a Veterinary Herbology Certification program, as well as a residency program
with the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Animal Rehabilitation Facility
www.k9rehabmi.com

■ Flexibility Training- Flexibility plays an integral part in maintaining proper mobility, which
can be especially important for athletic movement. Improving or maintaining flexibility can help
to improve range of motion, body awareness, and sport performance, as well as helping to
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■ Proprioceptive Training- Proprioception is the internal sense that tells you where your
body parts are without your having to look at them, and is a combination of body awareness,
balance, and a sense of joint position. Strong proprioceptive abilities improve performance in a
variety of sports/situations and reduce your dog’s chance of injury.

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NEW VOICE. NEW IDEA. NEW DIRECTION

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By Michael Prentice

A dog is a loyal companion, a best friend; better yet, they are a part of our family. Just like a child,
they love us unconditionally. They can be needy and a lot to handle at times, on top of that, a
lot of work. Everyone has had days when they are just stressed out, anxious, upset, depressed,
emotional or simply just having a bad day. Although your dog may not completely comprehend
or understand what you are going through – they definitely know that something is wrong. They
may not be able to put themselves in your shoes, but can feel the electrical energy that you give
off as they read and engage in your ‘Nonverbal Communication.’ That being said, as dog parents,
it is our job to understand, identify, and read theirs.
It’s sad to say that sometimes people in today’s society ‘Just Don’t Think, Before They Speak.’
Unfortunately enough, many dogs ‘Don’t Think Before, They Act.’ What if I told you that dogs, as
we know them, have never truly had the ability to reach their fullest potential? Some dog owners
may think that they have the smartest dog in the world, while others just simply accept their dog
for who they are. Unfortunately, some owners may feel that their dog is dumb, untrainable, or
broken.
At the end of the day, the cause of many health problems stems from a dog’s digestive system
and not having the ability to breakdown and uptake the essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients
from their feed that are vital to achieve optimal nutrition. Unfortunately, this can cause a canine to
become either ‘Electrically’ or ‘Chemically’ imbalanced. The outcome of this will not only impact a
dog’s overall health, but their cognitive and emotional functions as well – not allowing a canine to
thrive and survive to their reach fullest potential.
WHO DO WE BLAME:
The Dog Food Manufacturer? The Pet Store? The Dog? Or Ourselves As Pet Owners?
The Answer Is, None Of The Above.
Apart from exercise and a dog’s mental health, diet is the biggest contributor to an animal’s overall
wellbeing. It’s a statistical fact that just like
humans, seventy percent of a canine’s overall
health is based upon their digestive system.
Studies have shown that, on average,
a canine only has the natural ability to
breakdown and uptake a third of the nutrients
promised on a dog food label – dry, wet,
or raw feed. In most cases, when it comes
to purchasing dog food, many people think
that the more money you pay, the higher the
nutritional quality. However, that is not always
the case as having a higher price does not
guarantee a more nutritious product.
Reading, researching, and educating
ourselves on how to read a label, it’s ingredients, and how it’s processed is vital for your dog’s
overall health. We need to stop falling for all of the marketing schemes and firmly understand that
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GMOs, chemical flavors and aromas, food coloring, or other additives that can be toxic or
hazardous and have little or no nutritional value – thus causing our dog’s to fall out of balance.
When a canine becomes electrically or chemically imbalanced, it generates even bigger problems
that lead to digestive issues, a low immune system, food sensitivities or allergies, nutritional or
weight issues, skin conditions, unhealthy cellular activity, and a variety of other health issues –
which can include emotional and physiological stress factors.

We are manufacturing and providing commercial feed for animals that include ingredients not
naturally available to canines. Therefore, it’s our job to provide additional natural sources of
probiotics and their enzymes to supplement a canine’s daily feeding program to assist and help in
making those nutrients easily available. We must remember that the most stressful activity of any
animal, including humans is the digestion and assimilation of food.
Harness the power of Mother Nature, by offering your dog a daily probiotic and enzyme additive,
which may be your best answer to protecting and nourishing your furry friend. It’s can be the
ultimate key to guiding your dog in the right direction to cultivate, support, and accomplish
enhanced nutrition, maintain healthy digestion, boost the immune system, strengthen cognitive
and emotional function, and improve good health for our dog’s overall well-being.
PRO-BARK-OTIC® is a 100% plant-based, odorless, and tasteless dry feed probiotic and
enzyme additive for dogs of all ages, breeds and sizes. Find a retailer near you or order
online by visiting our website.
PRO-PET-OTIC, Home of the PRO-BARK-OTIC®
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With alternative, holistic medicine
vastly evolving, we’re liable for
educating ourselves on how and why these new discoveries can open up the doors to providing
‘A New Voice, New Idea, & A New Direction’ for a pet’s overall health. Most of the time, we
underestimate our dogs’ capabilities. It’s just like how we underestimate the power of Mother
Nature and all that she has to offer. What if I told you that ‘The Answer’ to many of the problems
our dogs experience, already exists right in front of us. We may not be able to touch it. We
may not be able to see it. But at the end of the day, it doesn’t mean that it’s not there. Almost
everything that nature has to offer in life was put here for a reason – each thing having it’s own job
function and purpose. It’s our job to educate ourselves on how to use it and take full advantage
of all it has to offer. It’s not about the quick fix (most of the time turning to ’chemical’ and ‘artificial
sources), which can cause long-term consequences. It’s about finding a safe, effective way to
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Taking Action Now Can Prevent Future Problems Later.
Do you realize that as our world
evolves and that as time goes on,
more and more health issues keep
arising? So what do we do? Is there
a quick fix to these problems/issues?
How can we prevent these issues
from happening to our pets? What
is the grassroot of these common
health problems? Who do we turn
to for help? Simply put, her name is
‘Mother Nature.’

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ARTICLE: Shop Local, Help Local: The Importance Of
Keeping Your Money In The Community By Mike Palmer. . . . . . .
FOOD & SUPPLIES AVAILABLE AT MULTIPLE STORES. . . . . . . . . .
FOOD & SUPPLIES MOBILE & ONLINE ORDERING . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FOOD & SUPPLIES NORTHERN MICHIGAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FOOD & SUPPLIES SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FOOD & SUPPLIES WESTERN MICHIGAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FOOD DELIVERY SERVICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RAW DOG FOOD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPORTING GOODS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THERAPEUTIC PRODUCTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SHOP LOCAL, HELP LOCAL:
THE IMPORTANCE OF KEEPING YOUR MONEY
IN THE COMMUNITY
By Mike Palmer

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Let’s get down to business — small business, that is. Whether you’re filling a prescription or
dropping off a bag of dry cleaning, chances are, you have the option to support local small
businesses. And, quite frankly, shopping local is an option you should always consider.
A sense of community is built
upon a foundation of familiarity
and a feeling of belongingness.
When you support your
neighborhood stores, you’re
not only building relationships,
you’re creating community
cohesiveness.
In a world constantly being
consumed by corporations
and big business, it’s more
important than ever to
recognize that small business is
an absolute integral part of any
community.
As a small business owner myself, we are constantly looking for ways to thank our customers
for their support and loyalty. We firmly believe building positive business karma by giving
back to local schools and community groups — whether it’s visiting neighborhood schools for
animal presentations or donating goods to local groups and rescues.
According to a study by the Small Business Administration, small businesses donate more
than twice as much to local
non-profits, events, and
teams, as compared to big
businesses.
Shopping local almost always
ensures you will get top-notch
customer service. You will
get a staff who is passionate,
knowledgeable, and vested in
the business, as well as the
community.
We hire and train people
who are compassionate and
educated on our products
and the basic welfare of
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One common
misconception is that
prices will always be
higher when it comes
to small business
shopping. This is
definitely not the
case. We have a lot
of customers walk
through our doors who
are not only pleasantly
surprised by our huge
selection, but also by
our competitive prices.

While you’re supporting
local small businesses,
it’s likely they’re
doing the same, as
locally-owned stores
are also more likely
to be customers of
and support other
local businesses,
like accountants,
wholesalers, attorneys,
printers, and
advertisers.
Another reason to shop
local is that product
selection will more than likely be greater. We purchase directly from a variety of local vendors,
and hand-select products based our customer’s needs, creating a much broader range of
product choices.
It’s important to recognize that while you’re supporting your local businesses, those local
businesses are working for you. The things they’re doing, the decisions they’re making are
always for the betterment of the community.
Mike Palmer of the owner of Premier Pet Supply. His location in Beverly Hills, Michigan
has been a staple in the community since 1992. In 2016, he opened 3 new locations in
the metro Detroit area. His Beverly Hills location has been named ‘Best Pet Supply Store
in Metro Detroit’ numerous times in several publications.
Premier Pet Supply
www.PremierPetSupply.com

Also, unlike our larger competitors, we don’t have out-of-state corporate offices to support.
In fact, 80 percent of dollars spent locally stay local, which is absolutely necessary for an
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We’re able to offer prices comparable to the big box stores based on us having developed
close relationships with local manufacturers and distributors. Through negotiating our costs,
we are able to extend those savings on to our customers.

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Hunter’s Healthy Treats
www.huntershealthytreats.com

517-331-7100

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Color Pet Products - See Ad Page 53
Deborah Sprich
www.colorpet.com
27499 Schoolcraft Road • Livonia, MI 48150

734-744-8228 or 844-743-6228

Elk Antler Dog Chews, LLC - See Ad Page iii
Deb Nevins
www.elkantlerdogchewsllc.com

269-217-4715

Decadent Dogs - See Ad Page 53
www.decadentdogs.com
South Haven:
505 Phoenix Street • South Haven, MI 49090
Holland:
206 River Ave. • Holland, MI 49423

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info@colorpet.com

Deb.nevins@yahoo.com
moi@decadentdogs.com
269-639-0716
616-294-3138

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Fun Time Dog Shop - See Ad Page 52
Sarah Ercolani
734-449-9975
www.FunTimeDogShop.com
info@FunTimeDogShop.com
100% Profits donated to Rescue Groups & Canine Cancer Research
GotUCollared, LLC
Clare Dudek
www.gotucollared.com
23751 West LeBost • Novi, Mi 48375
Magoo’s Pet Outlet - See Ad Page 54
Jason Corbett
www.magoospet.com
www.facebook.com/magooscommerce
3050 Union Lake Road • Commerce Charter Township, MI 48382
Raw Dog: Raw Dog Food Delivered, LLC - See Ad Page 54
www.RawDogDelivered.com

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313-819-6407
max@gotucollared.com
248-779-7790

734-353-1011
info@rawdogdelivered.com

Pets Naturally
www.petsnaturallytc.com
1420 S. Airport • Traverse City, MI 49686

231-944-1944
info@petsnaturallytc.com

Ruff Life Pet Outfitters
www.rufflifepet.com
309 Howard Street • Petoskey, MI 49770

231-347-1214
info@rufflifepet.com

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AnnaBelle’s Pet Station - See Ad Page vi
Angela Brown & Ann Andrews
www.coolcitydogs.com
600 S. Capitol Ave. • Lansing, MI 48933

Borderhauss Kennels, LLC - See Ad Page 93
Laura Maulbetsch, Life’s Abundance Independent Field Rep
www.borderhauss.com/lifesabundance
7930 Antcliff Road • Howell, MI 48855
Celebrity Pets Co.
www.celebritypetscompany.com
124 N. Center Street • Northville, MI 48167

517-599-0995

info@coolcitydogs.com

734-717-9083
borderhauss@gmail.com
248-344-1700

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Classic Pet Supply
www.classicpetsupply.net
Chesterfield:
34790 23 Mile Road • Chesterfield, MI 48047
Marysville:
3188 Gratiot Boulevard • Marysville, MI 48040

classicpets@comcast.net
586-648-6897
810-364-0200

Green Pawz Pet Supply - See Ad Page v
Lisa Pearce
www.greenpawzpetsupply.com
211 North Maple • Ann Arbor, MI 48103

734-222-9622
LPearce1242@gmail.com

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Louie’s Pet Beastro
www.louiespetbeastro.com
990 Midland Road • Auburn, MI 48611

989-662-7001
louiespetbeastro@att.net

Lou’s Pet Shop
www.louspetshop.com
207779 Mack Ave.• Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236
Lucy’s Pet Supplies & Feeds
www.lucyspetsuppliesandfeeds.com
8159 South State Road • Goodrich, MI 48438

313-885-1560

810-636-2857
angela@lucyspetsuppliesandfeeds.com

Magoo’s Pet Outlet - See Ad Page 54
Jason Corbett
www.magoospet.com
www.facebook.com/magooscommerce
3050 Union Lake Road • Commerce Charter Township, MI 48382

248-779-7790

Pet X Supply & Pet Xtras Grooming-n-Training - See Ad Inside Front & 61
Debbie Fazica
www.mypetx.com
132 West Highland Road Suite 101 • Howell, MI 48843
Premier Pet Supply - See Ad Page 49
www.premierpetsupply.com
Beverly Hills:
31215 Southfield Road • Beverly Hills, MI 48025
Livonia:
15399 Merriman Road • Livonia, MI 48154
Novi:
47810 Grand River Avenue • Novi, MI 48374
Rochester Hills:
63 W. Auburn Road • Rochester Hills, MI 48307

517-546-6740
517-546-3595
info@mypetx.com

info@premierpetsupply.com
248-647-4310

Preuss Pets
www.preusspets.com
1127 N. Cedar St. Lansing, MI 48906
Purely Pets - See Ad Page 55
Andrew Jacob
www.purelypetsmi.com
13723 23 Mile Road • Shelby Township, MI 48315

734-855-4505
248-773-8592
248-606-4615
517-999-7387
info@preusspets.com
586-991-6301
speak@purelypetsmi.com

Soldan’s Pet Supplies
www.soldanspet.com
info@soldanspet.com
Serving Lansing, Okemos, Dewitt, Midland, Mt. Pleasant, Bay City & Charlotte

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Specialty Pet Supplies
Terri Bennett
www.specialtypet.com
1449 W. Ann Arbor Road • Plymouth, MI 48170

734-453-6930
specialty1449@gmail.com

Von Der King Kennels & Training - See Ad Page 91
Nicholas King & Michelle Rivera
www.vonderking.com
4640 W. Grand River Ave. • Howell, MI 48855

517-927-6390
vonderking@gmail.com

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269-383-8334
storemail@barks.biz

The Bone Appetit Bakery
www.boneappetitbakerykzoo.com
5462 Gull Rd Ste 4 • Kalamazoo, MI 49048

269-342-2663
info@boneappetitbakerykzoo.com

Decadent Dogs - See Ad Page 53
www.decadentdogs.com
South Haven:
505 Phoenix Street • South Haven, MI 49090
Holland:
206 River Ave. • Holland, MI 49423

616-272-4538

Chow Hound Pet Supplies - See Ad Page 55
Greg Colegrove, Manager
www.chowhoundpet.com
5811 Byron Center Ave. • Wyoming, MI 49519

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Bark’s 5th Avenue
www.barks.biz
3015 Oakland Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49008

moi@decadentdogs.com
269-639-0716
616-294-3138

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Oak Ridge Feed
www.oakridgefeed.com
7035 Stadium Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49009

FOOD DELIVERY SERVICE

Raw Dog: Raw Dog Food Delivered, LLC - See Ad Page 54
www.RawDogDelivered.com

RAW DOG FOOD

Raw Dog: Raw Dog Food Delivered, LLC - See Ad Page 54
www.RawDogDelivered.com

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Fur Harvester’s Trading Post
www.fntpost.com
10681 Bushey Road • Alpena, MI 49707
Jay’s Sporting Goods
www.jayssportinggoods.com
Clare:
8800 S. Clare Ave • Clare, MI 48617
Gaylord:
150 Dale Drive • Gaylord, MI 49735

269-353-3332
oakridgecs@sbcglobal.net

734-353-1011
info@rawdogdelivered.com
734-353-1011
info@rawdogdelivered.com
989-727-8727

989-386-3475
989-705-1339

Knutsons Sporting Goods
www.knutsondecoys.com
164 Wamplers Lake Road P.O. Box 457 • Brooklyn, MI 49230

800-292-0857
sales@knutsondecoys.com

Spectra Therapy, LLC - See Ads on Back Cover and Page 31
www.SpectraTherapy.com
Wearable LASERwrap® hands-free automatic laser
therapy products providing rehabilitation anywhere and anytime.

248-524-6300
info@spectratherapy.com

THERAPEUTIC PRODUCTS

PRO-PET-OTIC, Home of the PRO-BARK-OTIC® - See Ad Page 41
248-469-6840
USDA Regulated Dog Probiotic & Enzyme Additive
INFO@PROPETOTIC.COM
www.PROPETOTIC.com
www.Facebook.com/PROBARKOTIC
Ferndale, MI
www.Instagram.com/PROBARKOTIC
Spectra Therapy, LLC - See Ads on Back Cover and Page 31
www.SpectraTherapy.com
Wearable LASERwrap® hands-free automatic laser
therapy products providing rehabilitation anywhere and anytime.

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248-524-6300
info@spectratherapy.com

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WHAT TO FEED YOUR DOG OR CAT?
By Lisa Pearce

When deciding on a diet, the owner has to determine their budget, and commitment. If they
can only commit to a dry kibble, then do a little research on quality brands and learn how
to read the ingredient panel. Ingredients are listed by weight, so the first 5-6 ingredients are
important and make up the majority of the food. Look for animal proteins first, and stay away
from any kibble that uses artificial preservatives, unnamed meats, low quality grains (corn,
brewers rice, and soy). Diets high in carbohydrates can cause health concerns down the road.
And don’t get taken in by false claims or buzzwords manufacturers put on the front of labels.
Prescription diets are widely misused. Don’t feel intimidated, and do your own research. It
truly is sometimes as easy as reading the ingredients. I can’t believe some labels I read, pure
nutritional abuse with a multi vitamin thrown in to make it “complete”!
At my store, we carry brands that fit our philosophy. We like to support the smaller
manufacturers who we can build a relationship with, and use quality ingredients. Some of
these are still family owned and operated companies who care about every step of their
manufacturing process and create the superior dry foods on the market.
We try to teach our customers how to make their pets kibble based diets healthier by adding
whole foods and moisture rich options.
Adding things like fresh vegetables,
eggs, yogurt, fresh meats, broths,
goat’s milk, and even some oil for
essential fatty acid. “Table” food or
what I call “real” food, even a high
quality canned food are other great
add-ons for variety and moisture.
A common problem we see too often
with kibble is the lack of variety. Don’t
feed the same kibble for years; rotate
between the better brands, changing
proteins. The more you rotate your foods the less digestion issues you will see when you do

I think it is important to try and mimic their
natural meat based, fresh food diet. I also realize
that the most popular diet is dry food or what we call kibble.

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One of the most frequently asked questions from
a new customer is “what’s the best food for my
dog or cat”? This is a very important question
because we are 100% responsible for the well
being of our pets. It’s also a bit complicated.
A cat’s dietary requirement can defer from a
dog and I don’t believe that there is one perfect
diet for every pet. I believe the best diets will
encompass many aspects such as: species
appropriate, balanced and complete, minimally
processed and variety.

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make a switch. Plus, who wants to eat the same meal everyday for years? Variety is key to
nutritional health.

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Raw diets? Lots of controversy on this subject. I’ve been feeding a raw diet to my cat and dog
for nine years now. I’m a firm believer that it’s one of the best options commercially available
for your pets. These commercial raw diet companies follow strict guidelines to ensure the
safety of their foods.
A raw food formula provides your dog or cat with a
diet that closely mimics their natural eating habits
as they were in the wild. Although most of our pets
may have evolved to look different on the outside,
internally their digestive systems have not evolved
and are the same as their wild ancestors. The high
quality animal proteins provide essential amino
acids and enzymes necessary to support your
pet’s health, and make for an ideal diet. Remember
though; before you switch a pet that’s been eating
a highly processed dry food for years, take small steps. Introduce a raw diet slowly and let
their digestive track adjust to processing real, whole foods. It’s worth the time.
Even if it’s not something you can commit to full time, any raw feeding, even just a few times
a week, is greatly beneficial. Raw feeding promotes healthy digestion, better immune system,
dental health, healthy weight, reduced allergies, and overall well being. And all our raw food
companies also make a freeze-dried version, which is great for topping kibble or travel.
Cats being strict carnivores should not be fed solely a kibble diet. Cats need high animal
proteins and moisture. A cat’s normal prey would contain approximately 75% water. Dry food
only contains 5-10%. It’s very hard for them to compensate for that water content and often
this can lead to chronic dehydration issues, urinary tract problems and diabetes. Diabetes is
a serious, abundant problem right now and feeding a high carbohydrate diet can be to blame.
That’s why we recommend canned or raw food for cats. Both contain higher meat content and
the moisture they need. We rarely see or hear of an overweight cat that is eating solely canned
or raw food. Oh and kibble does not clean their teeth!
In the end, we are solely responsible for the well being of our pets. What we decide to put in
that bowl is going to impact their entire life! Your pet will thank you for putting some effort into
this decision.
My late shepherd mix, Pepper, was my motivation to sort through all the confusing pet industry
standards. She taught me so much, and I continue to learn new ways to extend our pets lives.
I enjoy sharing these with my customers.
My advice to all new pet parents is simple. Don’t bombard them with chemicals or drugs, feed
them nutritious meals and make sure they get the love, care and exercise they need!
In 2008, I had an eight-year-old shepherd mix with immune and skin issues. I researched
many diets and frequented area pet supply stores. That’s when I decided I would open
a store where people could trust the quality of everything I carried, because I did my
homework. So in February 2009 I opened Green Pawz pet supply. My focus is to carry
USA made toys, treats and foods, where quality is foremost.
Green Pawz Pet Supply
www.greenpawzpetsupply.com

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ARTICLE: Becoming a Professional Pet Groomer
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GROOMING SCHOOLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GROOMING SERVICES SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN. . . . . . . . . . . .
GROOMING SERVICES WESTERN MICHIGAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GROOMING SUPPLIES & REPAIR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MOBILE GROOMING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SELF SERVE DOG WASH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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BECOMING A PROFESSIONAL PET GROOMER
By Brian Lane

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For someone looking to join the pet grooming industry, there are several different options.
Some groom shops will offer on the site training with the shop owner for example. However,
because of liability and the cost associated with training a new groomer, many shop owners
are turning away apprenticeships. Many shops now are looking to hire groomers with prior
experience, or at least with some formal training. This is where grooming schools come into
play.
There are several options for schools in Michigan
and it is important to find one that fits with what
you are looking for as a student. While an online
option may be the best for your schedule, keep in
mind that learning to groom online offers a variety
of roadblocks. Grooming is a skill that is best
learned through hands on experience, and online
learning does not afford you the opportunity to get
continual work with real dogs in a safe, supervised
environment. Many online programs ask students
to find internships at local shops, which may be
great to get your foot in the door, but also puts your
learning in the hands of someone who may not be fully equipped, or patient enough, to offer
the proper training and supervision needed for a developing groomer.
The Bingo Institute of Grooming (BIG) offers a hands-on approach to the learning
experience. While students do have some bookwork, and watch some instructional
videos, these are used mainly to reinforce the skills taught on the grooming floor. From
day one, students will observe and have an opportunity to help assist with various parts of
handling and bathing the dog and cats. Students are working on real clients, and are given
the opportunity to learn all the aspects of working with clients’ needs and expectations.
Another great opportunity for students is the opportunity to work with rescue and shelter
dogs. We offer a free grooming services to our local rescues and shelters, so students get
the opportunity to help clean up dogs and cats looking for new homes. Most importantly,
our teaching is individualized to the students as we all learn at a different pace. No student
is held back or forced forward until they are ready to move on to a new skill. Opportunities
are always given for those students who need more work or who are excelling and want to
learn more advanced techniques.
BIG offers a variety of classes as well to fit the goals
of each student including a bather program, a vet
tech grooming program (designed for vet techs),
a dog grooming program, dog and cat grooming
program, and a cat grooming only program
(designed for dog groomers looking to learn to
groom cats). We also offer courses in continued
education to help sharpen the skills of experienced
groomers.
Because everyone’s financial situation is different
we also offer full time and part time classes for
those students needing to work while attending
classes. Financial aid is also available for students
who qualify through programs like Michigan Works

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and Michigan Rehabilitation. Contact your local office for
more information.
The Bingo Institute of Grooming is located in Royal Oak,
at 110 W. 4th Street, in downtown Royal Oak. For more
information on our classes you can visit us online at www.
bingogroomingschool.com or call us for a catalog and to
set up an interview: 248-677-1540.

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Bingo Institute of Grooming - See Ad Page 61
Brian Lane & Jessica Conway
www.bingogroomingschool.com
110 W. 4th Street • Royal Oak, MI 48067

248-544-7424
info@bingogroomingschool.com

GROOMING SERVICES SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN
4 Paws Community Center - See Ad Page 23
Linda Travis
www.4pawscc.com
2244 Franklin Road • Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
A Walk in the Woods - See Ad Page 22
Evie Kassabian & Angie Rutherford
www.awalkinthewoods.biz
8464 Rathbun Road • Birch Run, MI 48415
AnnaBelle’s Pet Station - See Ad Page vi
www.coolcitydogs.com
600 S. Capitol Ave. • Lansing, MI 48933
Bingo Institute of Grooming - See Ad Page 61
Brian Lane & Jessica Conway
www.bingogroomingschool.com
110 W. 4th Street • Royal Oak, MI 48067
Canine Resolution - See Ad Page 90
Marc Guerrieri
www.canineresolution.com
4180 W. Walton Blvd. • Waterford, MI 48329

248-230-7297

linda@4pawscc.com
989-624-7387
awalkinthewoods8464@gmail.com
517-599-0995
info@coolcitydogs.com
248-544-7424
info@bingogroomingschool.com
248-681-8860
canineresolution@msn.com

Brian Lane, Co-Owner/Administrator
Jessica Conway, Co-Owner/Head Instructor
www.bingogroomingschool.com

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Brian Lane Administrative
Director and
Co-Owner of
Bingo Institute
of Grooming
also owns Bingo
Pet Salon. He
is a graduate of
Michigan State University, Wayne State University,
and Goldman Sachs 10K Small Business Grad.
In 2015 Brian was recognized as one of Oakland
County Executive’s Elite 40 Under 40.

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Key-Lore Pet Rest Gardens - See Ad Page 93
810-659-5951
www.petrest.com
keylorepetrest@yahoo.com
7185 Gillette Road • Flushing, MI 48433
Pet X Supply & Pet Xtras Grooming-n-Training - See Ad Inside Front & 61
517-546-6740
Debbie Fazica
517-546-3595
www.mypetxtras.com
info@mypetx.com
132 West Highland Road Suite 101 • Howell, MI 48843
Pet Suite Retreat - See Ad Page 24
www.petsuiteretreat.com
Inkster:
313-277-6812
26245 Michigan Ave. • Inkster, MI 48141
Troy:
248-689-8870
2300 Bellingham Drive • Troy, MI 48083

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The Well Mannered Dog Center - See Ad Page 90
www.wmdog.com
5949 Clay Ave. SW • Wyoming, MI 49548
Like Us on Facebook

616-258-7990
wellmannereddog@gmail.com

GROOMING SUPPLIES & REPAIR
PETfection - 100% Natural & Organic Products
Sheena Michels
www.PETfection.com
Purely Pets - See Ad Page 55
Andrew Jacob
www.purelypetsmi.com
13723 23 Mile Road • Shelby Township, MI 48315

313-300-4596
info@myPETfection.com
586-991-6301
speak@purelypetsmi.com

MOBILE GROOMING

PawStroll, LLC - See Ad Page 19
Ndidika Vernon
www.pawstroll.com
Serving Metro Detroit Area

313-970-4674
pawstrolldetroit@gmail.com

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Chow Hound Pet Supplies - See Ad Page 55
Greg Colegrove, Manager
www.chowhoundpet.com
5811 Byron Center Ave. • Wyoming, MI 49519
Premier Pet Supply - See Ad Page 49
www.premierpetsupply.com
Beverly Hills:
31215 Southfield Road • Beverly Hills, MI 48025
Livonia:
15399 Merriman Road • Livonia, MI 48154
Novi:
47810 Grand River Avenue • Novi, MI 48374
Rochester Hills:
63 W. Auburn Road • Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Purely Pets - See Ad Page 55
Andrew Jacob
www.purelypetsmi.com
13723 23 Mile Road • Shelby

616-272-4538

info@premierpetsupply.com
248-647-4310

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734-855-4505
248-773-8592
248-606-4615
586-991-6301
speak@purelypetsmi.com

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CANINE EVENT LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
DOG HUNTING LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
DOG PARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
DOG SLEDDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
MICHIGAN EVENT PROMOTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

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CANINE EVENT LOCATIONS
All Dogs Can, LLC - See Ad Page 90
Darlene Collings
www.alldogscanlapeer.com
2232 N. Lapeer Road • Lapeer, MI 48446

810-358-0508
alldogscanlapeer@yahoo.com

Ann Arbor Dog Training Club - See Ad Page 99
www.aadtc.org
1575 E. North Territorial Road • Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

734-995-2801

Birch Run Expo Center
www.birchrunexpos.com
11600 South Beyer Road • Birch Run, MI 48415

989-624-4665

The Canine Workshop, LLC - See Ad Page 91
www.thecanineworkshop.net
34300 Klein Road • Fraser, MI 48026

586-293-8533
cindymccloskey1974@gmail.com

Companion Dog Training Club of Flint, Inc. - See Ad Page 99
http://companiondogtrainingclub.com
4126 Holiday Drive • Flint, MI 48507
800-600-0105
asmock@bavarianinn.com

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Frankenmuth River Place Shops/Dog Bowl - See Ad Page 67
Michael Zehnder or Amy Smock
www.FrankenmuthRiverPlace.com
925 S. Main Street D-2 • Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Goodells County Park
www.stclaircounty.org/Offices/parks/goodells.aspx
8264 County Park Drive • Goodells, MI 48027
Highland Recreation Center
5200 Highland Road • White Lake, MI 48383

248-889-3750

Ionia Recreation Center
2880 West David Highway • Ionia, MI 48846

616-527-3750

Jackson County Fairgrounds
www.jacksoncountyfair.net
200 W Granson Street • Jackson, MI 49201

517-788-4405

Kalamazoo County Expo Center
www.kalcounty.com/parks/expo
2900 Lake Street • Kalamazoo, MI 49048

269-383-8778

Midland County Fairgrounds
www.midlandfair.com
6905 Eastman Avenue • Midland, MI 48642

989-835-7901

Monroe County Fairgrounds
www.monroecountyfair.com
3775 S. Custer Road • Monroe, MI 48161
Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing - See Ad Page 98
www.otcgl.com
3940 1/2 N Grand River • Lansing, MI 48906

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734-241-5775
info@monroecountyfair.com
517-485-7280
otcglansing@gmail.com

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989-743-3611

Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club of Detroit, Inc. - See Ad Page 87
www.sportsmens.net
1930 Tobsal Court • Warren, MI 48091

586-754-3647
sportsmensdtc@gmail.com

St. Joseph County Grange Fair
www.centrevillefair.com
316 E. Charlotte • Centreville, MI 49032

269-467-8935

Suburban Collection Showplace/Novi Pet Expo - See Ad Page 69
www.suburbancollectionshowplace.com
www.NoviPetExpo.com
46100 Grand River Avenue • Novi, MI 48374
TNT Dog Center - See Ad Pages 92 & 95
Lisa Lundahl
www.tntdogcenter.com
7402 W. Wackerly Street • Midland, MI 48642
The Well Mannered Dog Center - See Ad Page 90
www.wmdog.com
5949 Clay Ave. SW • Wyoming, MI 49548
Like Us on Facebook

248-348-5600 x208
248-662-0108
info@novipetexpo.com
989-430-1711
TNTDogCenter@hotmail.com

616-258-7990
wellmannereddog@gmail.com

Shiawassee County Fairgrounds
www.shiawasseefair.com
2900 East Hibbard Road • Corunna, MI 48817

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DOG HUNTING LOCATIONS
Dundee Pheasant Farm
www.dundeepheasantfarm.com
8657 Bunce Road • Dundee, MI 48131

734-735-7271

Pine Hill Kennel & Sportsman’s Club - See Ad Page 65
Scott Brosier
www.MichiganBirdHunter.com
8347 Ten Mile Road NE • Rockford, MI 49341

616-874-8459

Tails-A-Waggin’ Acres
www.preservehunt.com
18319 50th Ave • Marion, MI 49665

phkscllc@gmail.com
231-743-6483
childrenscharters@gmail.com

Von Weider Kennels & Upland Meadows
www.vonweiderkennels.com
78059 67th Street • Hartford, MI 49057

269-463-2826

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SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN
Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation
www.a2gov.org/departments/parks-recreation
Olson Park:
1505 Dhu Varren Road • Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Swift Run Park:
2998 East Ellsworth Road • Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Anne Fracassa Memorial Dog Park (Burdi Park)
Pauline Street & 12 Mile Road • Warren, MI
Cady Street Dog Park
www.northvilleparksandrec.org/ParksAndFacilities/DogPark.htm
215 W. Cady Street • Northville, MI 48167
Canton Dog Park
https://mi-canton.civicplus.com/151/Dog-Park
Denton Road • Canton, MI 48188
Countryside Veterinary Dog Park
www.countrysideveterinarydogpark.com
400 S. Highlander Way • Howell, MI 48843
Daisy Knight Dog Park
www.troydogpark.org
3179 Livernois Road • Troy, MI 48083
Detroit Dog Park
http://detroitdogpark.org/
17th St & Rose Street • Detroit, MI 48216
Dewitt Dog Park
www.facebook.com/DeWittdogparks
3577 W. Herbison Road • DeWitt, MI 48820
Ferndale Dog Park
www.ferndalemi.gov/resources/dog-park
Wilson Park - South Hilton Road • Ferndale, MI 48220

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734-794-6140
734-794-6140
586-268-8400
248-349-0203x2878

734-394-5310

517-546-0693
FOLDogParks@gmail.com
248-524-3392
troydogpark@troymi.gov
313-224-1129

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Fort Gratiot Commons
www.facebook.com/FortGratiotDogPark/
4788 Parker Road • Fort Gratiot, MI 48059

810-385-4489

Grand Blanc Dog Park in Creasey Bicentennial Park
www.gbparks.com/dogpark.asp
1505 E. Grand Blanc Road • Grand Blanc, MI 48439

810-694-0101

Hund Platz
www.frankenmuthcity.com/departments/parks_and_recreation/dogs_park.php
East Tuscola Road • Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Key-Lore Woof Woods Dog Park - See Ad Page 93
www.petrest.com
7185 Gillette Road • Flushing, MI 48433

810-659-5951
keylorepetrest@yahoo.com

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Novi Dog Park
www.cityofnovi.org/Government/City-Services/Parks,-Recreation-and-Cultural-Services/Parks-andRecreation-Facilities/Novi-Dog-Park.aspx
42390 Nick Lidstrom Drive • Novi, MI 48375
Oakland County Dog Parks
www.oakgov.com/parks/recreation/Pages/Dog-Parks.aspx
Lyon Oaks Dog Park:
52221 W Pontiac Trail • Wixom, MI 48993
Red Oaks Dog Park:
31353 Dequindre Road • Madison Heights, MI 48071
Orion Oaks Dog Park:
2301 W Clarkston Road • Lake Orion, MI 48362

OCParks@oakgov.com
248-858-0906

248-858-0906 or 248-625-0877

Paw Run Dog Park
www.pawrun.com
5365 N Territorial Road • Dexter, MI 48130

carolyn@pawrun.com

Soldan Dog Park
http://pk.ingham.org/Parks/SoldanDogPark.aspx
1601 East Cavanaugh Road • Lansing, MI 48910

517-676-2233

Statler Maloof Dog Park at Brys Park
www.stclairshores.org/facilities/facility/details/MaloofStatler-Dog-Park-12
St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

586-445-5350.

The West Bloomfield Dog Park (Karner Farm)
www.westbloomfieldparks.org/dog-park.html
5911 Halsted Road • West Bloomfield, MI 48323

248-451-1900

WESTERN MICHIGAN
Bark Park Dog Park
http://barkparkmi.com
6604 Lovers Lane • Portage, MI 49002
Fremont Dog Park
www.cityoffremont.net/398/Fremont-Dog-Park
South Lake Drive/Oak Street • Fremont, MI 49412
Grand Haven Dog Park
www.facebook.com/ghdogpark
East Grand River Park • Grand Haven, MI 49417

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269-324-9663
hebarkparkkzoo@yahoo.com
231-924-2101

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616-738-4810
ocparks@miottawa.org

Hastings Dog Park
www.hastingsmi.org/departments/parks-and-recreation/dog-park
225 N. Cass Street • Hastings, MI 49058
Kalamazoo County Parks
www.kalcounty.com/parks
Prairie View County Park:
899 East U Avenue • Vicksburg, MI 49097
River Oaks County Park:
9202 East Michigan Ave. • Galesburg, MI 49053

269-649-4737
269-484-1105

Lowell Dog Park
www.facebook.com/Lowell-Dog-Park-376854034179
1150 Bowes Road • Lowell, MI 49331
Meadow Run Park
www.meadowrunpark.com
900 S. 8th Street • Kalamazoo, MI 49009

269-353-4736
Patty@meadowrunpark.com

Park Township Dog Park
www.parktownship.org/departments/parks-bike-paths/dog-park
1216 Ottawa Beach Road • Holland, MI 49424
Portage Dog Park at South Westnedge Park
9010 S. Westnedge Ave • Portage, MI 49002

Grand Ravines Dog Park
www.miottawa.org/Parks/dog_park.htm
3991 Fillmore Street • Jenison, MI 49428

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Quincy Dog Park
www.hct.holland.mi.us/departments/parks/quincy-dog-park-menu
4260 144th Street • Holland, MI 49424

616-399-5496

Saugatuck Township Tails ‘n’ Trails Dog Park
www.facebook.com/TailsnTrailsSaugatuckTownship
6359 134th Ave. • Saugatuck, MI 49453

269-857-7721

South Haven Bark Park
www.southhavendogpark.com
8th Ave & Blue Star Hwy. • South Haven, MI 49090

269-639-7696
southhavendogpark@gmail.com

Wyoming Dog Park at Marquette Park
616-530-3164
www.wyomingmi.gov/About-Wyoming/City-Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Parks
1414 Nagel SW • Wyoming, MI 49509

DOG SLEDDING

Mountain Side Huskies
http://wigginspickard.wix.com/mountainsidehuskies
18683 W. Bigge Road • Copemish, MI 49625

231-362-2651

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Nature’s Kennel
www.natureskennel.com
PO Box 5 • McMillan, MI 49853

906-748-0513
info@natureskennel.com

Otter River Sled Dog Training Center & Wilderness Adventures
35605 River Road • Tapiola, MI 49916

906-334-3005

S & L Artic K9’s
www.dogsledmichigan.com
Cadillac, MI

231-775-0997

Shemhadar Dog Sled Adventures
www.vbs20.com/ShemhadarKennels
6925 S. 27 ½ Road • Cadillac, MI 49601

231-779-9976

Snowy Plains Kennel
270 Flodin Road • Gwinn, MI 49841

906-249-1011

Thunderfeet Kennel and Dogsleds
www.thunderfeetdogsleds.com
Howard City, MI

231-937-6883

Tripple Creek Kennels
E5372 Highway M-94 • Munising, MI 49862

906-439-5242

MICHIGAN EVENT PROMOTION

360 Event Productions/Bark on Biddle/Barktoberfest - See Ad Page 71
313-402-5657
www.360eventproductions.com
jlaw@360EventProductions.com
iHeart Media/West Michigan Pet Expo - See Ad Page 65
Carmen Medina, Marketing Consultant
www.facebook.com/thepetexpo
Delta Plex 2500 Turner Ave. NW • Grand Rapids, MI 49544

616-776-0078 or 616-459-1919
Carmenmedina@iHeartMedia.com

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Dog Doing? By Cathy Reisfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BED BUG DETECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CANINE BUILDING RENTAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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MULTIGENERATIONAL HOUSEHOLDS:
HOW’S THE DOG DOING?
By Cathy Reisfield

American homes are more multigenerational than they’ve been in decades. From 2009 to
2012, the share of the population living in multi-generational households rose from 16.8%
to 18.1%.* Combinations of grown children, grandparents and grandchildren living in shared
multigenerational households is a situation gaining popularity and greater visibility.
Money may drive many of the decisions to
combine households, others speculate that recent
combined households reflect the current culture’s
“sandwich generation” concerns: people in their
mid 30s and 40s are raising kids and also helping
an aging parent living in the same home. At the
same time, older parents (grandparents) may have
larger homes and want to support adult children
and grandchildren in their established homes,
neighborhoods and schools.
Regardless of how these households have come
together, multigenerational living is not new. Families often come together to survive and thrive.
But there can be challenges. Generations living side-by-side after a period of independent
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Many popular advice columns suggest establishing and following guidelines such as making
room for all members of the household, “making nice”, establishing mutually respectful rules
and treating family like you would treat friends. All of which are great guidelines for the humans
involved in these situations.
What we see in our family based training and education work is that there is a family member
that is often overlooked in these situations: the family dog (or dogs!).
Dogs can be worried, sometimes completely thrown for a loop, by changes in household
membership, changes in routines and added equipment: canes, wheelchairs, baby gear,
toddler toys, etc.
Further complicating the situation for the dog may be changes in day-to-day life presented by
growing babies/toddlers, active young children, and adults whose mobility/balance may be
changing.
In addition – new dogs (or other pets) may be introduced into a household when families
combine. Can the family pets get along? Do they get along? Has anyone thought about how to
introduce the animals to one another and provide for their adjustment prior to the move?
We see dogs that may be getting accidentally stepped on, bumped with canes, walkers, or
rolling toys. They may have kids grabbing and petting too hard or too long… and the dog may
be objecting by growling, possibly snapping or nipping at family members.
Other situations involve dogs that are practicing behaviors that may have been viewed as
acceptable in the past such as jumping up on humans – which is now problematic with small
children or balance challenged adults. Or perhaps the dogs are developing new behaviors that
the humans aren’t fond of like snatching food from toddler hands, stealing items, or darting
between human legs to become a four-legged human tripping hazard.
The dog behaviors described above are actually normal dog behavioral responses to the
changed environment. We work with families and dogs in situations like this to decrease

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everyone’s stress and
improve household success.
Dependable Dogs is staffed
by former clinicians with
extensive experience
working with human
and canine clients – we
understand developmental
levels, behaviors, and
challenges that may come
up for both ends of the
leash.
In addressing some of the
concerns one might see in
situations above, there are
a few things to consider: How old are all of the family members in the household? Human and
canine? Dogs, like humans, have different developmental levels and needs related to their age.
As Family Paws Parent Educators, we tell our clients that our children grow up – our dogs age.
We need to adjust at every stage and age. A young puppy, bouncy adolescent dog and senior
dogs are very different in terms of their needs and in terms of what we may expect of them.
Adaptation and addressing issues are easier if you have a plan, which generally involve both
management strategies and training. Examples of each are below:
> We may recommend that all food is prepared and eaten in the kitchen. Dogs can be gated
out of the kitchen, with something of their own like a stuffed Kong. Is the dog comfortable in a
crate? The crate can be used to manage the dog, keeping it in a secure space, while working
on manners training.

How can we make everyone, adults and kids more “Dog-Aware” to keep kids and dogs safely
in homes together?
For more information, help in your home, contact us Trainer@DependableDogs.com. The
tagline for our business sums up our mission: we train for success at both end of the leash®
*source http://www.pewsocialtrends.org/2014/07/17/the-growth-in-multi-generational-familyhouseholds/
Cathy Reisfield is an eighteen-year veteran in the field of dog training. She is a parent
educator and head trainer at Dependable Dogs,based in Ann Arbor,specializing in
training, education and support services for individuals and families who share their
homes with dogs. For help in your home, small group classes and community education
presentations, contact Cathy at Dependable Dogs.
Dependable Dogs
www.DependableDogs.com

We work with parents and grandparents to educate adults and children about safe
interactions: What is safe petting? What are growl and grumble zones? What does stress look
like in dogs?

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> When someone using a cane, walker or wheelchair is moving towards the dog, the dog
can be trained to move away/out of the way with a verbal cue. We’ve used successfully used “
beep-beep” as a verbal cue with families for a long time: when the dog moves out of the way,
the person helping train the dog marks the behavior (“yes!”) and treats the dog. After a few
repetitions the dog hears “beep-beep” and will move – much better than tripping over the dog,
trying to step over the dog or shouting “MOVE!”

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BED BUG DETECTION

Von Der King Kennels & Training - See Ad Page 91
Nicholas King & Michelle Rivera
www.vonderking.com
4640 W. Grand River Ave. • Howell, MI 48855

CANINE BUILDING RENTAL

517-927-6390
vonderking@gmail.com

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All Dogs Can, LLC - See Ad Page 90
810-358-0508
Darlene Collings
www.alldogscanlapeer.com
alldogscanlapeer@yahoo.com
2232 N. Lapeer Road • Lapeer, MI 48446
Ann Arbor Dog Training Club - See Ad Page 99
734-995-2801
www.aadtc.org
1575 E. North Territorial Road • Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
Borderhauss Kennels - See Ad Page 93
734-717-9083
www.borderhauss.com
borderhauss@gmail.com
7930 Antcliff Road • Howell, MI 48855
The Canine Workshop, LLC - See Ad Page 91
586-293-8533
www.thecanineworkshop.net
cindymccloskey1974@gmail.com
34300 Klein Road • Fraser, MI 48026
Companion Dog Training Club of Flint, Inc. - See Ad Page 99
http://companiondogtrainingclub.com
4126 Holiday Drive • Flint, MI 48507
The Dog Dive - See Ad Page 36
269-459-9393
Beth Yerrick & Mary Lester
www.thedogdive.com
contact@thedogdive.com
1613 Riverview Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49004

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K-9 Connection Dog Training - All American Dog Team - See Ad Page 98
517-712-8875
www.k-9-connection.net
k-9connection@hotmail.com
2606 Narrow Lake Road • Charlotte, MI 48813
Performance fees support war dogs overseas
Rock-N-Roll K-9’s Performance Team
248-349-2685
www.facebook.com/rocknrollk9s
23905 Heartwood • Novi, MI 48374

CANINE EVENT SERVICES

360 Event Productions/Bark on Biddle/Barktoberfest - See Ad Page 71
313-402-5657
www.360eventproductions.com
jlaw@360EventProductions.com

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Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing - See Ad Page 98
517-485-7280
www.otcgl.com
otcglansing@gmail.com
3940 1/2 N Grand River • Lansing, MI 48906
Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club of Detroit, Inc. - See Ad Page 87
586-754-3647
Mildred Krnacik, Treasurer
586-939-8258
www.sportsmens.net
sportsmensdtc@gmail.com
1930 Tobsal Court • Warren, MI 48091
TNT Dog Center - See Ad Pages 92 & 95
989-430-1711
Lisa Lundahl
www.tntdogcenter.com
TNTDogCenter@hotmail.com
7402 W. Wackerly Street • Midland, MI 48642
The Well Mannered Dog Center - See Ad Page 90
616-258-7990
www.wmdog.com
wellmannereddog@gmail.com
5949 Clay Ave. SW • Wyoming, MI 49548
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Good Choices, LLC - See Ad Page 97
Elaine Chan Whitlow, CTDI
www.facebook.com/goodchoicesdog
Serving Oakland County & Surrounding Areas
MB-F, Inc. Dog Show Organization
Main office:
www.infodog.com
PO Box 22107 • Greensboro, NC 27420
Dial-N-Entry:
Satellite Office:
32351 Edward Ave. • Madison Heights, MI 48071
PawStroll, LLC - See Ad Page 19
Ndidika Vernon
www.pawstroll.com
Serving Metro Detroit Area
Roy Jones Dog Shows
Kenneth A. Sleeper
www.royjonesdogshows.com
P O Box 828 • Auburn, IN 46706
UKC Event Managers
www.ukcdogs.com
Dog Events Department
Maude Tank:
Philip Tanner:

248-790-3723
goodchoicesdog@gmail.com
336-379-9352
mbf@infodog.com
800-334-8978 or 336-379-9605
248-588-5000
313-970-4674
pawstrolldetroit@gmail.com
260-925-0525
rjds@royjonesdogshows.com

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CANINE PHOTOGRAPHERS

Beyond The Lens-Custom Photography - See Ad Page 76
Carol Lyons
www.lifebeyondthelens.com
Blue Water Pet Care - See Ad Page 77
Chris Herbert, Owner/Photographer
www.BWPetcare.com
1661 Range Road • Kimball, MI 48074
Christy Schulte Photography - See Ad Page 77
Christy Schulte, Owner/Photographer
www.ChristySchulte.com
Serving Southeast Michigan and Lansing Area
Katherine Wattles
Katbird333@aol.com
Based in Lapeer County, but serving surrounding areas
Ruff Life Photography - See Ad Page 77
Christine O’Brien, Owner/Photographer
www.rufflifepetphoto.com
PO Box 883 • Troy, MI 48099

810-338-7396
carolannl2004@yahoo.com
810-364-3647
Chris@BWPetcare.com
248-444-5142
photo@christyschulte.com
269-501-4046
248-509-4593
Christine@rufflifepetphoto.com

DOG BUSINESS, CLUB & RESCUE INSURANCE
Kennel Pro - See Ad Page 73
Dennis Stowers
www.KennelPro.net
615 North Capitol Ave. • Lansing, MI 48933

1-800-686-2663 or 517-371-2300

DOG OWNER SUPPORT

PARENT EDUCATION
Dependable Dogs - See Ad Page v
Cathy Reisfield
www.DependableDogs.com
2370 E. Stadium Blvd. #1016 • Ann Arbor, MI 48104

734-834-4938
trainer@dependabledogs.com

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PET LOSS GRIEF SUPPORT
Beyond the Paw Print Productions, LLC
248-701-2345
www.beyondthepawprint.com
mgmoore@beyondthepawprint.com
Michigan State University Veterinary Medical Center
517-432-5967
MSU Veterinary Social Work Services- Pet Loss Support Group
Megan Spedoske, LMSW
www.cvm.msu.edu/hospital/services
spedosk6@msu.edu
784 Wilson Road • East Lansing, MI 48824

PERSONAL PROTECTION

Von Der King Kennels & Training - See Ad Page 91
Nicholas King & Michelle Rivera
www.vonderking.com
4640 W. Grand River Ave. • Howell, MI 48855

PET INSURANCE

Good Choices, LLC - See Ad Page 97
Elaine Chan Whitlow, CTDI
www.facebook.com/goodchoicesdog
Serving Oakland County & Surrounding Areas
Pet Taxi Plus - See Ad Page 79
Angelina Manly, Owner
www.PetTaxiPlus.com
Serving Oakland, Wayne & Macomb Counties

PET TRUST

Keenan & Austin, P.C.
Jan Keenan
www.keenanandaustin.com/pets
janaustinkeenan@aol.com
25550 Five Mile • Redford, MI 48239

PRE-NEED FUNERAL PLANNING
Whispering Pines Pet Cemetery - See Ad Page 37
Dee Wray
www.whisperingpinespetcemetery.com
943 Wray Ct. • Ypsilanti, MI 48198

844-493-4130
855-898-8991

PET TRANSPORTATION

vonderking@gmail.com

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FIGO Pet Insurance
www.figopetinsurance.com
Healthy Paws Pet Insurance
www.healthypawspetinsurance.com
PO Box 50034 • Bellevue, WA 98015

517-927-6390

248-790-3723
goodchoicesdog@gmail.com
586-263-3573
angiezilla1@yahoo.com

313-532-2100

734-320-0363 or 734-547-0083
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INSURANCE FOR THE PET INDUSTRY
By Dennis Stowers

Taking a love of a hobby and turning it into a business is a common trend of a lot of pet loving
people. When you do so, there are some considerations that you must be aware of to minimize
your exposure to situations that might cost you considerable loss.
First, you need to know that your personal homeowners/renter’s
insurance will NOT provide any liability coverage or property
coverage for business related exposures. Here, you need to obtain
at least a Commercial Comprehensive General Liability policy. After
that you may need coverage for animals in your care. This coverage
is not included in a standard Business Liability policy.
- If you run your business on the same property as your home, your
homeowner’s insurance company will most likely non-renew your Homeowners policy. The majority
of Homeowners insurers do not want any business exposure on
the same property as the home they are insuring. In addition, if
you convert your unattached garage into a kennel/dog training
area/daycare etc. the Homeowners policy will no longer afford
coverage since it is now a business. At that time, the building
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- Another situation we often run into is when we get a call from
a client (say a dog trainer), and they inform me that they have
set up their business under a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC).
That’s fine if they do so, but the next question I ask is where do they train? If they say in their
backyard then we have a problem, because now their policy covers the LLC.
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The property is owned by them personally
Their homeowners exclude any Business Liability
They get named in a suit as property owners
No coverage for them now
A policy needs to be issued under the LLC name so it will include them as landowners

- Independent Contractors vs. Employees - We run into this situation a lot with pet sitters and dog
walkers. This becomes a very gray area depending on the way the arrangement is set up. The best
protection for this exposure is to have a Workers’ Compensation policy in place.
- If you open a business that has a location/building, now you need
property coverages that include Loss of Income and other important
coverages.
- If you become a member of a dog club it is important that the club
obtains Liability insurance. If you are involved in a club situation as a
member, your personal Liability insurance may not apply.
All of these exposures need to be addressed to afford you with the
right coverage. Because the dog/pet industry has its own specific insurance needs, it is a good
idea to talk to an insurance person that is familiar with the exposures, and represents insurance
companies that will write coverage for dog/pet related businesses.
Mourer-Foster, Inc. has been offering full-service specialty insurance services since 1933.
Representing a wide range of insurance carriers, we are able to offer a wide range of
coverage options suited best for your individual needs. Our commitment to customers drives
our mission to provide comprehensive insurance services at the best possible value, serviced
by the most helpful, knowledgeable and courteous staff in the insurance business. For
more information on the Kennel Pro programs we offer please contact Dennis Stowers at
1-517-346-5230.
Kennel Pro
www.kennelpro.net

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LOW COST SPAY, NEUTER & WELLNESS CLINICS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
PET OWNER ASSISTANCE & SUPPORT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
RESCUE & SHELTER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
RESCUE & SHELTER NORTHERN MICHIGAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
RESCUE & SHELTER SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
RESCUE & SHELTER STATEWIDE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
RESCUE & SHELTER WESTERN MICHIGAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

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BREEDERS-PUREBRED

Purebred Breeders listed in Canine Resource Guide are members of Michigan’s Dog Associations
& Clubs. For additional information on reputable breeders, contact Michigan’s Associations &
Clubs listed in Section 1 and these additional websites:
American Kennel Club - AKC Puppy Finder
www.marketplace.akc.org
Ann Arbor Kennel Club - List of Dog Breed Club Resources www.annarborkc.org/BreedList.php
HERDING BREEDS
Carolyn Hoffmann
Bearded Collies
887 Wind Drift Drive • Traverse City, MI 49684

231-421-5141 or 248-535-0091
tseyi01@gmail.com

Cher Car Kennels
Carole Field
www.chercarkennels.net
4215 S. Lowell • St. Johns, MI 48879

989-224-7225
info@chercarkennels.com

Countrywoods Farm Australian Shepherds
www.countrywoodsfarm.com
Hilltop Swedish Vallhunds
Karen & Mark Livingston
www.HilltopSwedishVallhunds.com
5846 John R Road • Troy, MI 48085

248-879-7888
Hilltopp57@hotmail.com

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Jobar Shelties
Barb Carrier & Becky Bucata
Attica, MI 48412

248-990-5359
bucatahome@aol.com

Kristine Felske
Australian Shepherds
1405 N. Johnston Street • Bay City, MI 48708

989-893-1390

Samilyn Australian Shepherds
Michelle L Radloff, JD, LL.M & Lindsey Lund
www.samilynaussies.com
South Lyon, MI

248-767-0239
samilynaussies@hotmail.com

Richwood Farms
Char Richards
http://richwoodfarms.com/
1361 North 16th Street • Otsego, MI 49078

269-694-9334

Von Der King Kennels & Training - See Ad Page 91
Nicholas King & Michelle Rivera
www.vonderking.com
4640 W. Grand River Ave. • Howell, MI 48855

517-927-6390

NON-SPORTING BREEDS
Fronteer Frenchies
Debbie Fazica
www.fronteerfrenchies.com
5060 Golf Club Road • Howell MI 48843
Poseidia Boston Terriers
Michelle & Tab Waterman
4875 Johnson Road • Belding, MI 48809

vonderking@gmail.com

517-402-3787

616-761-2114 or 616-902-2607
shell3366@yahoo.com or wattab2400@yahoo.com

Richwood Farms
Char Richards
http://richwoodfarms.com/
1361 North 16th Street • Otsego, MI 49078

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SPORTING BREEDS
Sky Harbor Golden Retrievers
Karen Bell
www.skyharborgoldens.com
1987 Carter Road • Carleton, MI 48117
Sun Creek Pointers
Valerie Stern
www.suncreekpointers.com
Blissfield, MI

WORKING BREEDS
Cher Car Kennels
Carole Field
www.chercarkennels.net
4215 S. Lowell • St. Johns, MI 48879
Great Danes
Rebecca J. Poyner

bellfarmgirl@gmail.com
231-350-9587
Valerie.stern@sbcglobal.com

989-224-7225
info@chercarkennels.com
810-623-7333
deghallscots@att.net

anne@halcarkennels.com
586-752-9757
halcar@comcast.net
734-564-5529
caninefirstaid@gmail.com
kpsteddybear@gmail.com
313-271-2017
kercrest@comcast.net
wirewoodswilly@aol.com

TOY BREEDS
Magix’z Pomeranians
Trish Berger
www.magixzpoms.info
S’Dandi Shih Tzu
www.sdandi.com
Sally Watkeys
8235 Outer Drive South • Traverse City, MI 49685

734-658-6073

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TERRIER BREEDS
Cher Car Kennels
Carole Field
www.chercarkennels.net
4215 S. Lowell • St. Johns, MI 48879
DeGHALL Scottish Terriers
Phillis Harp
www.deghallscottishterriers.com
2589 Cullen Road • Howell, MI 48855
Halcar Kennels Smooth Fox Terriers
Anne & Eric Beckwith
www.halcarkennels.com
Halcar Wire Fox Terriers
Jean (Hale) Finn & John Finn
www.foxterrierhalcar.com
Romeo, MI
Manchesters of Marit
Manchester Terriers
Dr. Judi Fleischaker
Outfoxed Smooth Fox Terriers
www.facebook.com/OutfoxedSmoothFoxTerriers
1037 Dougall Ave. • Windsor, ON Canada N9A 4R6
Valtera Kerry Blue Terriers
www.uskbtc.com/valtera/
Terry Worful
Wirewoods Kennels
Kent C. & Julia B. Williams
4565 Diehl Road • Metamora, MI 48455

810-392-3725
magixzpoms@yahoo.com
231-929-4213 or 586-662-0947
sdandi@chartermi.net

989-224-7225
info@chercarkennels.com
michiganwalk9@yahoo.com

Purebred, Rescue & Shelter

Hunter Portuguese Water Dogs
Elaine Suter
www.hunterpwd.com
4368 E. Braden Road • Byron, MI 48418
Moonshine Alaskan Malamutes
Beth Pollack
Farmington Hills, MI

989-634-8822
esuter007@gmail.com
248-798-9293
bethkablaitis@gmail.com

Non-profit, registered 501(c) 3 charities listings are provided, in Canine Resource Guide, at no
charge. Please volunteer & donate generously this year to the canine charity of your choice.

LOW COST SPAY, NEUTER & WELLNESS CLINICS
All About Animals
www.allaboutanimalsrescue.org
Flint:
507 W Atherton Road • Flint, MI 48507
Warren:
23451 Pinewood Street • Warren, MI 48091
West Michigan Spay and Neuter Clinic
www.wmspayandneuter.org
6130 Airline Road • Fruitport, MI 49415

586-879-1745
810-780-4978
586-879-1745
231-366-7067

PET OWNER ASSISTANCE & SUPPORT
Michigan Pit Bull Education Project
www.michpitbulleducation.org
820 Hilltop Drive • White Lake, MI 48386
Pawsitive Impact for Pets
www.pawsitiveimpactforpets.com

517-618-1729
pawsitiveimpactforpets@gmail.com

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RESCUE & SHELTER ASSISTANCE

Animal Welfare Fund
Debbie Mulvaney, Grant Administrator
www.michigan.gov/animalshelters
PO Box 30017 • Lansing, MI 48909
4 Paws 1 Heart - See Ad Page 81
Diana Rascano, President
www.4paws1heart.org
PO Box 84 • St. Clair Shores, MI 48080
Bingo Cares
www.bingocares.org
108 W. 4th Street • Royal Oak, MI 48067
Bissell Pet Foundation
www.bissellpetfoundation.org
2345 Walker Ave NW • Grand Rapids MI 49544
Michigan Pet Fund Alliance
www.michiganpetfund.org
2210 Lancaster • Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Petfinder Foundation - See Ad Page 81
www.petfinderfoundation.com
4729 East Sunrise Drive #119 • Tucson, AZ 85718
Wilson Veterinary Hospital - See Ad Page 40
Rescue Veterinary Services
www.wilsonvethospital.com
40150 Van Dyke Ave. • Sterling Heights, MI 48313

517-284-5684
mulvaney@michigan.gov

Diana.4paws1heart@gmail.com
248-544-7424

info@bissellpetfoundation.org
877-387-7257
info@michiganpetfund.org
520-207-0626
donate@petfinderfoundation.com

CANINERESOURCEGUIDE.COM

586-651-8769

Purebred, Rescue & Shelter

RESCUE & SHELTER NORTHERN MICHIGAN
Silver Muzzle Cottage
www.silvermuzzlecottage.com
201 EC Loomis Drive • Elk Rapids, Michigan

231-264-8408
silvermuzzlecottage@gmail.com

RESCUE & SHELTER SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
All About Animals
www.allaboutanimalsrescue.org

586-879-1745

Canine Companions Rescue Center
www.ccrcdogs.com
PO Box 1017 • Clarkston, MI 48347

248-834-9419

Detroit Bully Corps
www.dbcdogs.org
100 Lone Pine Trail • Lapeer, MI 48446
Detroit Dog Rescue
www.detroitdogrescue.com
PO Box 806119 • Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
Friends of Michigan Animals Rescue
www.friendsofmichigan.org
51299 Arkona • Belleville, MI 48111
Furever Tails Animal Rescue
www.furevertails.com
725 W Buell Road • Oakland Township, MI 48363
Furry Friends Rescue, Inc
http://members.petfinder.com/~MI504/
PO Box 1034 • Brighton, MI 48116

734-461-9458
shelter1@comcast.net
248.834.3387
rescue@furevertails.com

furryfriendsrescueinc@gmail.com
810-744-0511

989-835-1877
info@hsomc.org

Humane Society of Midland County
www.hsomc.org
4371 E. Ashman • Midland, Michigan 48642

313-458-8014
detroitdogrescue@gmail.com

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Humane Society of Genesee County
www.geneseehumane.org
G-3325 S. Dort Hwy • PO Box 190138 • Burton, MI 48519

detroitbullycorps@gmail.com

Purebred, Rescue & Shelter

K-9 Stray Rescue League
www.k9stray.com
2120 Metamora Road • Oxford, MI 48371
Lucky Day Animal Rescue
www.luckydayanimalrescue.org
PO Box 13 • Grand Blanc, MI 48480

248-628-0435
k9strayrescue@yahoo.com
810-516-3381
info@luckydayanimalrescue.org

Michigan Humane Society
www.michiganhumane.org
Adoption Centers in Detroit, Rochester Hills and Westland

866-648-6263

NBS Animal Rescue
www.nbsanimalrescue.com
35 West Square Lake Road • Troy, MI 48098

248-633-8627
nbsanimalrescue@gmail.com

Paws for Life Rescue
www.adoptapet.com/paws-for-life-rescue
318 John R Rd. #244 • Troy, MI 48083
Richland Animal Rescue
www.richlandanimalrescue.org
PO Box 373 • Richland, MI 49083

248-906-8752
info@pawsforliferescue.org
269-671-5257
info@richlandanimalrescue.org

Sanilac County Humane Society
www.sanilaccountyhumanesociety.org
3847 Sheldon Street • P.O. Box 27 • Carsonville, MI 48419

810-657-8962
societypets@att.net

RESCUE & SHELTER STATEWIDE
Petfinder - See Ad Page 85
www.Petfinder.com

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RESCUE & SHELTER WESTERN MICHIGAN
Animal Rescue Project
www.animalrescueproject.org
219 Peekstock Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49001

269-492-1010

Bellwether Harbor
www.bellwetherharbor.org
7645 W. 48th St. • PO Box 475 • Fremont, MI 49412

231-924-9230

Eaton County Humane Society
www.eatoncountyhumanesociety.org
129 N. Main Street • Olivet, MI 49076

269-749-9440
info@eatoncountyhumanesociety.org

Humane Society of West Michigan
www.hswestmi.org
3077 Wilson Drive NW • Grand Rapids, MI 49534
Safe Haven Humane Society
www.shhspets.com
PO Box 55 • Ionia, MI 48846
Wishbone Pet Rescue Alliance
www.wishbonepetrescue.org
PO Box 124 • Douglas, MI 49406

CANINERESOURCEGUIDE.COM

616-453-8900
adoptions@hswestmi.org
616-522-1611
shhspets@hotmail.com
800-475-0776

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ARTICLE: Tricks, Play, And Reactive Dogs
By Vikki Dykstra, MA, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, CTDI. . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
ANIMAL MASSAGE INSTRUCTION & CERTIFICATION. . . . . . . . . . . 89
CANINE SWIM INSTRUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
CERTIFIED BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
DOCK DIVING INSTRUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
DOG TRAINER INSTRUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
FAMILY DOG TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
HUNTING DOG TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
ONLINE TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
SERVICE DOG TRAINING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
THERAPY DOG TRAINING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
TRAINING & INSTRUCTION SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN. . . . . . . . 94
TRAINING & INSTRUCTION WESTERN MICHIGAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
ARTICLE: The Fun Sport of Dock Diving By Heather Lyons. . . . . . 100
ARTICLE: Emotional Support Dogs, Service Dogs,
& Therapy Dogs: What They Are and What You
Need to Know By Tameesha VanEtten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

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Training & Instruction

TRICKS, PLAY, AND REACTIVE DOGS

By Vikki Dykstra, MA, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, CTDI
AKC has introduced a new venue into their array of dog titled competitions Tricks, but I, and
many other trainers, have used tricks and play when dealing with reactive, fearful, and low
confidence dogs for years. I use tricks to help build a bond between the dog and their person
and to give them an avenue for success - throw in some bragging and ribbons and we have a
whole new relationship.
When I am called in to assess or work with a reactive dog,
almost without exception, the dog’s person is dealing with
frustration, disappointment, and a broken heart. They had
great plans for their four-legged companion all of which
have been shattered by their dog’s reactivity.
Once we have management techniques in place and have
developed a human/canine focus behavior, I introduce tricks
and play. When I ask if their dog plays or does tricks, they
usually respond with, “Yes, he plays tug, catches a ball, and
sometimes comes when called.” Well, these are good behaviors as far as they go, but they
don’t necessarily build a bond between the dog and human, and they certainly aren’t going to
earn ribbons.
Play is a vitally important element in a dog’s development. Check out the Internet. There are
many blogs and websites devoted to play. There are a countless number of books and articles
written on the subject of play. So why not incorporate play into tricks which can be folded into
reactive dog therapy.
If your dog is reactive when the doorbell rings, teach your dog to go to a mat and wait for a
treat - the doorbell becomes the cue to find the mat and be rewarded. If your dog is reactive
on a walk, teach your dog to sit and shake your hand when an approaching trigger appears.
Jumping through a hoop several times before and or after a walk can help to take the edge off
of a reactive dog, and it could lead to jumping a rope with you.

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As tempting as these might sound to try on your next walk, the tricks must start at home
where the dog is comfortable and with little or no distractions. Then raise the criteria little by
little (move from one room of your house to another, to the garage, front yard, sidewalk) until
the dog is able to perform these tricks at the sight of the trigger.
If your dog is cautious when you have company, show off your dog’s tricks. These tricks are
comfortable activities that your dog knows well and you have built a trust relationship during the
training of these tricks. There are even venues that you can video record your dog’s tricks in your
living room, submit them, and receive ribbons to hang on your dog’s crate - bragging rights.
Note: these behaviors can take months, but the dog is learning to listen to, trust, and watch
their human, which builds a strong bond, and as always when dealing with a reactive dog, the
guidance and experience of a professional dog trainer is highly recommended. Make learning
tricks a fun activity for you and your dog.
Vikki Dykstra is the owner of The Ultimate Dog. She serves the Southwest Michigan area.
She has been training dogs for almost 60 years. She has experience with obedience,
herding, agility and CGC prep. Her current passion is helping reactive dogs and their
owners through positive reinforcement and trick training. Vikki is also a Certified Canine
Behavior Consultant, CGC Evaluator, DMWYD Tricks Instructor and Stunt Dog Judge.
The Ultimate Dog, LLC
www.dogbehavior.training

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ANIMAL MASSAGE INSTRUCTION-CERTIFICATION

SW Michigan Natural Healing For Animals - See Ad Page 89
269-262-2504
CJ LaPorte, CESMT, CCMT Instructor
www.swminaturalhealingforanimals.wordpress.com
equinebodyworktherapy@gmail.com
Niles, MI 49120

CANINE SWIM INSTRUCTION

CERTIFIED BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANT
The Ultimate Dog, LLC - See Ad Page iv
Vikki Dykstra, MA, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, CTDI
www.dogbehavior.training
Serving Southwest Michigan

contact@thedogdive.com

313-277-6812
248-689-8870

269-330-7413
vikki@dogbehavior.training

Pet Suite Retreat - See Ad Page 24
www.petsuiteretreat.com
Inkster:
26245 Michigan Ave. • Inkster, MI 48141
Troy:
2300 Bellingham Drive • Troy, MI 48083

269-459-9393

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The Dog Dive - See Ad Page 36
Beth Yerrick & Mary Lester
www.thedogdive.com
1613 Riverview Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49004

Training & Instruction

DOCK DIVING INSTRUCTION

TNT Dog Center - Canine Swim Center - See Ad Pages 92 & 95
Heather Gulden or Lisa Lindahl
www.tntdogcenter.com
7402 W. Wackerly Street • Midland, MI 48642

989-402-7700 or 989-430-1711
tntdock@gmail.com

DOG TRAINER INSTRUCTION

Von Der King Kennels & Training - See Ad Page 91
Nicholas King & Michelle Rivera
www.vonderking.com
4640 W. Grand River Ave. • Howell, MI 48855

517-927-6390
vonderking@gmail.com

FAMILY DOG TRAINING

Dependable Dogs - See Ad Page v
Cathy Reisfield
www.DependableDogs.com
2370 E. Stadium Blvd. #1016 • Ann Arbor, MI 48104

734-834-4938
trainer@dependabledogs.com

HUNTING DOG TRAINING

Pine Hill Kennel & Sportsman’s Club - See Ad Page 65
Scott Brosier
www.MichiganBirdHunter.com
8347 Ten Mile Road NE • Rockford, MI 49341

ONLINE TRAINING

616-874-8459
phkscllc@gmail.com

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SW Michigan Natural Healing For Animals - See Ad Page 89
269-262-2504
CJ LaPorte, CESMT, CCMT Instructor
www.swminaturalhealingforanimals.wordpress.com
equinebodyworktherapy@gmail.com
Niles, MI 49120

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Training & Instruction

Borderhauss Kennels - See Ad Page 93
www.borderhauss.com
7930 Antcliff Road • Howell, MI 48855

SERVICE DOG TRAINING

Clever Canine Dog Training - See Ad Page iv
www.cleverk9mi.com
4396 Dixie Highway #8 • Waterford, MI 48329

THERAPY DOG TRAINING

AnnaBelle’s Pet Station - See Ad Page vi
Angela Brown & Ann Andrews
www.coolcitydogs.com
600 S. Capitol Ave. • Lansing, MI 48933
Clever Canine Dog Training - See Ad Page iv
www.cleverk9mi.com
4396 Dixie Highway #8 • Waterford, MI 48329

248-618-3258
info@cleverk9mi.com
810-875-6646
info@Valorzen.com
517-927-6390
vonderking@gmail.com

517-599-0995
info@coolcitydogs.com
248-618-3258
info@cleverk9mi.com

Von Der King Kennels & Training - See Ad Page 91
Nicholas King & Michelle Rivera
www.vonderking.com
4640 W. Grand River Ave. • Howell, MI 48855

734-717-9083
borderhauss@gmail.com

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Valorzen Canine Training - See Ad Page 94
Tameesha VanEtten & Lynn Latchaw
www.Valorzen.com
G-3387 Mallery Street • Flint, MI 48504

Training & Instruction

Companion Dog Training Club of Flint, Inc. - See Ad Page 99
http://companiondogtrainingclub.com
4126 Holiday Drive • Flint, MI 48507

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Kaybee’s K9 Training & Spa
www.KaybeesK9.com
1405 N. Johnson Street • Bay City, MI 48708

989-893-1390
KaybeesK9@gmail.com

Mid-Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc. - See Ad Page 18
Terri Martin, Vice-President & Lead Trainer
www.midmichigantherapydogs.com
P.O. Box 320886 • Flint, MI 48532

248-521-2930

Southern Michigan Obedience Training Club - See Ad Page 94
Mary Karakas, Training Director
www.smotc.org
Classes in Several Southeast Michigan Locations

248-546-2727

TNT Dog Center - See Ad Pages 92 & 95
Lisa Lundahl
www.tntdogcenter.com
7402 W. Wackerly Street • Midland, MI 48642

info@smotc.org
989-430-1711
TNTDogCenter@hotmail.com

Valorzen Canine Training - See Ad Page 94
Tameesha VanEtten & Lynn Latchaw
www.Valorzen.com
G-3387 Mallery Street • Flint, MI 48504

CANINERESOURCEGUIDE.COM

810-875-6646
info@Valorzen.com

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Training & Instruction

TRAINING & INSTRUCTION SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN
4 Paws Community Center - See Ad Page 23
Linda Travis
www.4pawscc.com
2244 Franklin Road • Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

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All Dogs Can, LLC - See Ad Page 90
Darlene Collings
www.alldogscanlapeer.com
2232 N. Lapeer Road • Lapeer, MI 48446

248-230-7297

linda@4pawscc.com
810-358-0508
alldogscanlapeer@yahoo.com

All Under One Woof! - See Ad Page 23
Dog Daycare & Training Center
Susan Goetz
www.allunderonewoof.org
4379 Orion Road • Rochester, MI 48306

248-651-7529
info@allunderonewoof.com

Ann Arbor Dog Training Club - See Ad Page 99
www.aadtc.org
1575 E. North Territorial Road • Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

734-995-2801

AnnaBelle’s Pet Station - See Ad Page vi
Angela Brown & Ann Andrews
www.coolcitydogs.com
600 S. Capitol Ave. • Lansing, MI 48933

517-599-0995

Blue Water Pet Care - See Ad Page 77
Chris Herbert, Owner/Photographer
www.BWPetcare.com
1661 Range Road • Kimball, MI 48074

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info@coolcitydogs.com
810-364-3647
Chris@BWPetcare.com

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Training & Instruction

Borderhauss Kennels - See Ad Page 93
www.borderhauss.com
7930 Antcliff Road • Howell, MI 48855
Canine Adventures - See Ad Page 93
Tenille Gross
www.canine-adventures.com
20313 Middlebelt • Livonia, MI 48152
Canine Resolution - See Ad Page 90
Marc Guerrieri
www.canineresolution.com
4180 W. Walton Blvd. • Waterford, MI 48329
The Canine Workshop, LLC - See Ad Page 91
www.thecanineworkshop.net
34300 Klein Road • Fraser, MI 48026

734-717-9083
borderhauss@gmail.com
248-987-2970
k9adventures@gmail.com
248-681-4201
canineresolution@msn.com
586-293-8533
cindymccloskey1974@gmail.com

Clever Canine Dog Training - See Ad Page iv
www.cleverk9mi.com
4396 Dixie Highway #8 • Waterford, MI 48329
Companion Dog Training Club of Flint, Inc. - See Ad Page 99
http://companiondogtrainingclub.com
4126 Holiday Drive • Flint, MI 48507
Doggie Play Zone, Inc. - See Ad Page 23
Susan Ringey
www.doggieplayzoneinc.thedogtrainer.org
14491 Lulu Road • Ida, MI 48140
Four Legged Rascals - See Ad Page 93
Bonnie Braund
www.fourleggedrascals.com
Classes in Oakland & Wayne Counties
In-Home Training Available
Good Choices, LLC - See Ad Page 97
Elaine Chan Whitlow, CTDI
www.facebook.com/goodchoicesdog
Serving Oakland County & Surrounding Areas
K-9 Connection Dog Training - See Ad Page 98
Marlene Hunt
www.k-9-connection.net
2606 Narrow Lake Road • Charlotte, MI 48813

248-618-3258
info@cleverk9mi.com

734-279-1024
doggieplayzoneinc@gmail.com
248-515-4879
fourleggedrascals@gmail.com
248-790-3723
goodchoicesdog@gmail.com
517-712-8875
k-9connection@hotmail.com

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Kaybee’s K9 Training & Spa
www.KaybeesK9.com
1405 N. Johnson Street • Bay City, MI 48708

989-893-1390
KaybeesK9@gmail.com

Key-Lore Pet Rest Gardens - See Ad Page 93
www.petrest.com
7185 Gillette Road • Flushing, MI 48433

810-659-5951
keylorepetrest@yahoo.com

Managing Manners Positive Dog Training
Deb Monroe, CPDT-KA
www.managingmanners.com
In-home Training Serving Oakland County
My Hero Dog Training - See Ad Page 91
Roz Granitz
www.myherodogtraining.com
3182 Walnut Lake Ct. • Commerce, MI 48390
30915 Haggerty • Novi, MI 48377
Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing - See Ad Page 98
www.otcgl.com
3940 1/2 N Grand River • Lansing, MI 48906

248-321-9089
debmonroemsa@gmail.com
248-225-6662
Roz@myherodogtraining.com

CANINERESOURCEGUIDE.COM

517-485-7280
otcglansing@gmail.com

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Pet X Supply & Pet Xtras Grooming-n-Training - See Ad Inside Front & 61
517-546-6740
Debbie Fazica
517-546-3595
www.mypetxtras.com
info@mypetx.com
132 West Highland Road Suite 101 • Howell, MI 48843
Positive Paws Training - See Ad Page 89
810-965-6888
Kellie Smith, CPDT-KA
www.positivepawz.com
info@positivepawz.com
400 S. Fenway Drive • Fenton, MI 48430

Training Buddies, LLC - See Ad Page 89
Sandy Patton
www.TrainingBuddiesLLC.com
33501 Eight Mile Road • Livonia, MI 48152
Valorzen Canine Training - See Ad Page 94
Tameesha VanEtten & Lynn Latchaw
www.Valorzen.com
G-3387 Mallery Street • Flint, MI 48504

info@smotc.org
586-754-3647
sportsmensdtc@gmail.com
989-430-1711
TNTDogCenter@hotmail.com
734-718-3291
sandy@trainingbuddies.com
810-875-6646
info@Valorzen.com

TNT Dog Center - See Ad Pages 92 & 95
Lisa Lundahl
www.tntdogcenter.com
7402 W. Wackerly Street • Midland, MI 48642

248-546-2727

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Southern Michigan Obedience Training Club - See Ad Page 94
Mary Karakas, Training Director
www.smotc.org
Classes in Several Southeast Michigan Locations
Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club of Detroit, Inc. - See Ad Page 87
www.sportsmens.net
1930 Tobsal Court • Warren, MI 48091

Training & Instruction

Von Der King Kennels & Training - See Ad Page 91
Nicholas King & Michelle Rivera
www.vonderking.com
4640 W. Grand River Ave. • Howell, MI 48855

517-927-6390
vonderking@gmail.com

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TRAINING & INSTRUCTION WESTERN MICHIGAN

The Dog Dive - See Ad Page 36
269-459-9393
Beth Yerrick & Mary Lester
www.thedogdive.com
contact@thedogdive.com
1613 Riverview Drive • Kalamazoo, MI 49004
Scootie’s Dog Training & Boarding - See Ad Page 98
616-826-7654
Emily
www.facebook.com/scootiesdogtrainingandboarding
emily@scootiesdt.com
Whites Bridge Road • Belding, MI 48809
269-539-1847
TipTopTails Dog Training
Kelly Elvin, CPDT-KA, Owner
www.TipTopTails.com
info@tiptoptails.com
1030 S. 8th Street • Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Good Manners, Agility, Nosework, Behavior Issues and Pet First Aid
The Ultimate Dog, LLC - See Ad Page iv
269-330-7413
Vikki Dykstra, MA, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, CTDI
www.dogbehavior.training
vikki@dogbehavior.training
Serving Southwest Michigan
The Well Mannered Dog Center - See Ad Page 90
616-258-7990
www.wmdog.com
wellmannereddog@gmail.com
5949 Clay Ave. SW • Wyoming, MI 49548
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Training & Instruction

THE FUN SPORT OF DOCK DIVING
By Heather Lyons

The fun sport of dock diving started its development somewhere around 20 years ago and has
grown as a competitive sport in leaps and bounds over the last 12 years or so with thousands
of dogs currently registered with various organizations around the world.
Basically, a dog is sent down a dock to jump off and retrieve a toy out of a 40’long, 4’ deep
pool – but there are many ways this can be done!
Some teams use two humans on the dock –
one to hold the dog, the other to throw the toy
off the dock’s end for the dog to chase. Other
teams consist simply of one dog and human
wherein the dog is set to wait for the human to
place or throw the toy in the water, then the dog
is released to retrieve it. However the teams
execute the jump, the dog’s jump distance is
measured where the base of his tail enters the
water. Sometimes events are judged with camera
systems but the experienced human eye is the
method most preferred for judging dock jumping
competitions.

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So how does one become involved and start their dog jumping? First off, the dog needs to
swim and to love it! The dog that loves to swim and go get a toy, any toy, and bring it back
and then do it all over again – is likely going to be a perfect dock diving dog. Then, find a local
pool, club or event and get in touch. Find out how and when you can bring your dog out and
try them off a regulation dock into
a pool. Some dogs struggle with
the transition from lake to pool so
don’t be surprised if there is a bit of
a learning curve for your lake dog –
just remember – if the dog loves to
swim, and wants to go after a toy,
they’ll figure it out!!
Dock diving, like any dog sport, is
all about getting your dog out there
and giving them the confidence
they need to run fast down a dock
and launch themselves into the air
for a toy. There are various training
techniques used to help dogs go faster and bigger and some of them have been made into
games amongst the various organizations.
One example of this is a super fun water sport game called Fetch It!
In this game, a foam bumper is clipped to an apparatus that suspends it 4’ above the surface
of the pool. The dog is brought back to any spot the handler wishes on the dock and then sent
out to retrieve the toy. They must cleanly remove it from both clips to succeed and move on.
The dogs get 2 attempts at each distance, which go up in 1’ increments, and are eliminated
from competition once they have missed twice. Fetch It! started as a tool to help dogs build
confidence in their jumps and has turned into a game played not only with Ultimate Air Dogs,
who invented it, but with other organizations including the nationally televised Purina Pro Plan
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Speaking of competition venues – there are many!! The stalwarts of the sport are Ultimate
Air Dogs and Dockdogs both of whom have been around for 15-16 years and have set many
standards seen today across the sport. The AKC
and UKC breed registries both have organizations
that title for them and there are also a few smaller
organizations including Splash Dogs, Pier Pups
and Super Retriever Series.
If you live in Michigan, and likely do if you are
reading this, dock diving is a sport that is easy to
access for practice and competition. During the
fair weather season, there are events almost every
weekend somewhere in Michigan and there are
many pools and facilities for training. Luckily, TNT
Dog Center in Midland is an indoor pool that now
caters to dock divers year round!
TNT Dog Center is the brainchild of a local Midland businesswoman who saw a need for an
indoor facility for people to train agility year round. Constructed and opened in 2012, TNT has
become a premier facility in the nation for folks to visit to train and trial in the sport of agility.
The pool building was built in the late fall of 2015 and the pool and dock opened for business
in early 2016. It is available for lesson, rentals, classes, group events and more. The dock is
40’ long and sits 24” above the water per regulation for all dock diving organizations. The pool
is 50’ long, 22’ wide and heated to a comfortable 82 degrees during the colder months.
TNT’s Dock and Pool coordinator, Heather Lyons, has been a part of the sport of dock
diving for going on 10 years now. After many years in pet nutrition and rehab, Heather
found her calling in training dock jumping dogs and coaching their handlers. She moved
to Midland in January of 2016 to help the TNT
pool get off the ground and found she just
couldn’t leave. You can find her most days
hanging around the pool cleaning, teaching
and jumping dogs. In the summer time, she is
most often found weekends with Ultimate Air
Dogs putting on shows around the Michigan
area and turning new and unsuspecting
people and their dogs into future dock teams.

Open Dock, a session for confident, experienced jumping dogs, is available a few times
a month and group events such a private rentals and dock diving competitions are run
regularly in the winter months as well.
For Open Dock dates, class announcements and other goings on, visit the TNT Canine
Swim Center Facebook page which can be found at: www.facebook.com/TNTDock
Photos Credit: Rick Fleming
TNT Dog Center
Canine Swim Center
www.TNTdogcenter.com

In addition to lessons, rentals are available and welcome. Many dogs come to practice
dock diving, do water retrieves and to simply swim their dogs, no jumping needed!!

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If you’d like to check out the TNT dock and
pool this year, contact Heather at tntdock@
gmail.com for information. Group classes are
provided for dogs with pool experience and if
you need to get your dog introduced to a pool, you can do that in a one on one lesson.

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EMOTIONAL SUPPORT DOGS, SERVICE DOGS,
& THERAPY DOGS:
WHAT THEY ARE AND WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
By Tameesha VanEtten

There is a lot of confusion surrounding these three types of working dogs. Add in other non-legal
names like comfort dog, support dog, assistance animal and one can get very confused very quickly.
There are only three types of assistance dogs, legally there are Emotional Support Dogs, Service
Dogs, & Therapy Dogs.
How are they different from a legal standpoint?
Emotional Support Dogs (also referred to as Emotional Support Animals)
– Are pet dogs (or other species) that are well mannered and provide emotional
support and comfort to someone who is disabled by psychiatric illness.
Emotional Support Dogs are prescribed via written letter by the persons
currently treating Psychologist or Psychiatrist to someone who is disabled by
psychiatric illness. The prescribing letter must state that the person is disabled
by psychiatric illness and that the dog (or other species) is an important part of
the treatment of the disabling psychiatric illness. These letters are valid for one
year. Emotional Support Dogs are covered in no-pets housing (including hotels)
and flying on aircraft only. There is no certification or registration. There are many scam websites/
certification/registrations that have no legal standing.

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Service Dogs – Are highly trained dogs who assist their disabled owners by
performing trained tasks for them that mitigate their disabilities. Examples are
Guide Dogs, Mobility Service Dogs, Psychiatric Service Dogs, PTSD Service
Dogs, Hearing Service Dogs, Medical Alert/Response Service Dogs, Diabetic
Response Service Dogs, etc. Owners have the right to take their trained Service
Dogs with them in any places of public accommodation including restaurants.
Service Dogs are allowed in no-pets housing (including hotels) and on aircraft as
well. There is no formal certification or required registration. Michigan does have
a voluntary registration program. Service Dog Programs may provide their own
“certifications” or identification documents upon graduation of their program.
Therapy Dogs – Are dogs who provide comfort to people other than their owner. Most organizations
and treatment facilities who allow therapy dogs into their facilities require that the dogs be certified
through a training program. Facilities may require any
registrations, memberships, certifications or insurance
they want for the therapy dog team to volunteer with them.
Therapy Dogs and their owners have no special rights for
housing, aircraft, or public accommodations. Therapy Dogs
are only allowed where everyday pets are allowed or where
the volunteer facilities allow them to enter.
Tameesha VanEtten, owner of Valorzen Canine Training & Performance Kennel started by
training service dogs and helping others train their dogs for service dog work over 7 years
ago. Valorzen Canine Training & Performance Kennel’s Service Dog and Therapy Dog training
program and graduates have been featured on ABC12 News, WNEM TV5 News, The Bay
City Times, The Flint Journal and more. Valorzen Canine Training trains dogs of every breed,
age, and size from basic pet obedience as well as in various competitive venues including
competition obedience, rally obedience, barn hunt, nosework, and schutzhund/IPO.
Valorzen Canine Training & Performance Kennel
www.Valorzen.com

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Section

Class

AKC

ISDRA

AKC

Introduction to the Dogs & Storks Program

13-14 Companion Dog Training Club of Flint, Inc.

Great Lakes Sled Dog Assoication

16-17 Great Lakes Sled Dog Assoication

18-21 Michigan Winter Dog Classic

Michigan Hound Association

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U-FLI

27-28 Run Riot Flyball

Midland MI KC/Central MI Agility Club

All Dogs Can

9-10

9-11

USDAA

AKC

UKC

AKC

Grand Rapids Agility Club

K9 Fanciers

AKC

Canine Combusion Dog AG Club

3-4

2-4

FEBRUARY

AKC

25-28 Southern Michigan Weimaraner Club

AKC

Marquettte Beagle Club

UAD

AKC

German Shorthaired Pointer Club of MI

20-22 TNT Dog Center

CPE

19-21 PAWS Unlimited

Class

Introduction to Disc Dogging

C-WAGS

AKC

Canine Work And Games

6-7

AKC

VENUE

12-14 Wolverine Belgian Tervuren Club

Canine Combusion Dog of SE MI

5-7

JANUARY

DATES CLUB, ASSOCIATION OR BUSINESS

Section

Agility

Conformation, Nose Work

Agility

Winter Chill Out Flyball Tournament

Agility

Dock Diving Event

Field Trial

Specialty

Agility

Limited Breed

Specialty

All Breed, Agility, Obedience/Rally,

Kinross Sled Dog Race

Baldwin Sled Dog Race

Rally

Parent Education

Seminar- K9 Frisbee

Agility

Scent

Agility

EVENT

All Dogs Can

TNT Dog Center

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

The Well Mannered Dog Center

All Dogs Can

The Well Mannered Dog Center

All Dogs Can

TNT Dog Center

Ishpeming BC Grounds

Suburban Collection

Well Mannered Dog Center

Suburban Collection

See Website

Companion Dog Training Bldg

Babies R Us

The Well Mannered Dog Center

TNT Dog Center

Sportsmen’s Dog Training Bldg

All Dogs Can

LOCATION

Lapeer

Midland

Whitmore Lake

Wyoming

Lapeer

Wyoming

Lapeer

Midland

Ishpeming

Novi

Wyoming

Novi

Kinross

Baldwin

Flint

Taylor

Wyoming

Midland

Warren

Lapeer

CITY

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Calendar

Conformation, Nosework
Specialty
Obedience/Rally
Agility
Frosty Dog Follies Musical Freestyle

UKC

AKC

UKC

AKC

Freestyle

Class

AKC

PAWS Unlimited

Greater Brighton Collie Club

Oakland County Kennel Club

Rockin Rovers

Dependable Dogs/Dogs & Toddlers

9-11

10-11 Cairn Terrier Club of Greater Detroit

3-4

Event

AKC

Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing

Siberian Husky Club of Greater Detroit

Detroit Bulldog Club

UKC Michigan Classic

Obedience/Rally/Specialty

Seminar/Mental Skills for Handlers

Specialty

Parent Education

Specialty

Agility

AKC

Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club

Section

2-4

MARCH

Conformation

UKC

Agility

Dock Diving

UAD

UKC

Obedience

AKC

Agility

Michigan American Pit Bull Terrier Club

24-25 Dogsports of Genesee County

TNT Dog Center

Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club of Detroit

AKC

Bull Terrier Club of Metro Detroit

Winter B Match & Fun Classes

Obedience/Rally

UKC

ECHO Club Inc.

23-25 Capital City Canine Agility

Field Trial

Seminar K9 Frisbee

Class

AKC

Level 2 Dics Dogging

17-18 Bay De Noc Beagle Club

Agility
Agility

CPE

16-18 All Dogs Can

Conformation

EVENT

AKC

UKC

10-11 Four Seasons Belgian Shepherd Dog Club

Midland MI KC/Central MI Agility Club

VENUE

DATES CLUB, ASSOCIATION OR BUSINESS

Sportsmen’s Dog Training Bldg

See website

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

Fido Personal Dog Training

The Well Mannered Dog Center

All Dogs Can

Springfield Oaks Co. Park

The Well Mannered Dog Center

Berkley Community Center

Ingham Co. Fairgrounds

All Dogs Can

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

Companion Dog Training Bldg

TNT Dog Center

Sportsmen’s Dog Training Bldg

All Dogs Can

ArborRoads Farms

ECHO Club Bldg

The Well Mannered Dog Center

TNT Dog Center

All Dogs Can

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

LOCATION

Warren

Lansing

Whitmore Lake

Ferndale

Wyoming

Lapeer

Davisburg

Wyoming

Berkley

Mason

Lapeer

Whitmore Lake

Flint

Midland

Warren

Lapeer

Ann Arbor

Buchanan

Escanaba

Wyoming

Midland

Lapeer

Whitmore Lake

CITY

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UKC

AKC

24-25 Great Lakes Hunting Retriever Club

Mid-Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club

UKC

ECHO Club Inc.

Great Lakes Hunting Retriever Club

UKC

Tri County Canine Sports

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All Dogs Can

6-8

CPE

AKC

Mid-Michigan Poodle Club

Michigan Boxer Club

AKC

Fort Detroit Golden Retriever Club

UKC

Tri County Canine Sports

AKC

Kalamazoo Kennel Club

Bouvier Des Flandres Club of SE MI

UKC

ECHO Club Inc.

6-7

APRIL

AKC

Mid-Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club

AKC

Companion Dog Training Club

30-31 Kalamazoo Kennel Club

CPE

JB’s Wild Child Agility

Agility

Specialty

Obedience/Rally

Obedience

Nosework

Upland Hunt Test

Nosework

Obedience/Rally

Agility

Obedience/Rally

Specialty

Upland Hunt

Obedience/Rally

Agility

USDAA

23-25 Agility Workout Society of Mid-MI

Tracking Seminar
Agility

Class

Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing

Agility

Obedience/Rally

EVENT

23-24 Central MI Agility Club/Northern MI Agility Club AKC

CPE

Leaps & Bounds K9 Agility

AKC

St. Joe Valley Agility Club

16-18 Kalamazoo Kennel Club

VENUE

DATES CLUB, ASSOCIATION OR BUSINESS

Section

All Dogs Can

TNT Dog Center

Birch Run Expo

Obedience Training Bldg.

Kalamazoo KC Activity Center

ECHO Club Bldg

See website

ECHO Club Bldg

Obedience Training Bldg.

The Well Mannered Dog Center

Kalamazoo KC Activity Center

Wings and Rings

Companion Dog Training Bldg

All Dogs Can

TNT Dog Center

Obedience Training Bldg.

TNT Dog Center

The Well Mannered Dog Center

ECHO Club Bldg

LOCATION

Lapeer

Midland

Birch Run

Lansing

Kalamazoo

Buchanan

See website

Buchanan

Lansing

Wyoming

Kalamazoo

Zeeland

Flint

Lapeer

Midland

Lansing

Midland

Wyoming

Buchanan

CITY

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Spring Specialty
Conformation

AKC

UKC

West Highland White Terrier Club of SE MI

4-6

MAY

UKC

AKC

Progressive Dog Club of Wayne Co.

Grand Rapids Agility Club

Section

High Five Canine Club

Agility

Obedience/Rally

Specialty

AKC

Midwest Dachshund Club

28-29 ECHO Club Inc.

Agility

CPE

TNT CPE

Spring Group Show
Agility

AKC

Terrier Club of Michigan

Specialty

Nosework

Agility

Field Trial

Agility

Tracking

Conformation

Agility

Specialty

Pet Expo

All Breed/Obedience/Rally

EVENT

AKC

Doberman Pinscher Club of Detroit

27-29 Ann Arbor Dog Training Club

UKC

21-22 Capital City Canine Club

Wolverine Dog Training Club

AKC

Blue Water Beagle Club

AKC

Midland MI Kennel Club

AKC

CPE

Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing

20-22 Canine Sports & Grooming Center

UKC

AKC

Central MI Agility Club

14-15 Michigan Toy Fox Terrier Association

AKC

Siberian Huskey Club of Greater Detroit

CPE

AKC

Western Michigan Bulldog Club

13-15 Grand Rapids Extreme Agility Team

Event

West MI Pet Expo

AKC

Saginaw Valley Kennel Club

7-8

VENUE

DATES CLUB, ASSOCIATION OR BUSINESS

MSA Sports Spot

Birch Run Expo Center

Pine Meadows Dog Center

ECHO Club Bldg

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

Birch Run Expo Center

TNT Dog Center

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

Birch Run Expo Center

Wolverine DTC Bldg

Devon Self Storage

Blue Water

TNT Dog Center

All Dogs Can

See website

Ann Arbor Dog Training Club

TNT Dog Center

All Dogs Can

Well Mannered Dog Center

Kalamazoo KC Activity Center

Delta Plex

Birch Run Expo

LOCATION

Grand Rapids

Birch Run

South Boardman

Buchanan

Whitmore Lake

Birch Run

Midland

Whitmore Lake

Birch Run

Farmington Hills

Lansing

Capac

Midland

Lapeer

Williamston

Whitmore Lake

Midland

Lapeer

Wyoming

Kalamazoo

Grand Rapids

Birch Run

CITY

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AKC

Event

Michigan American Pit Bull Terrier Club of MI

Mid-Michigan Pet Expo

Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing

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AKC

Frankenmuth Dog Bowl

Midwest Collie Club

AKC

Event

UKC

Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club

Leader Dogs for the Blind

Barn Hunt Buddies

Wyoming Training Club

1-3

2-3

JUNE

AKC

UKC

26-27 Bay Area Regional Kennel Club

Chihuahua Club of Michigan

AKC

UKC

ASCA

25-27 K9 RATicals

Wolverine Dachshund Club

24-27 Apple Blossom Cluster

Great Lakes Hunting Retriever Club

19-20 Bay de Noc Kennel Club

South MI Schutzhund & Police Club

AKC

Michigan Barn Hunt

18-20 Mt. Pleasant MI Kennel Club

AKC

Ann Arbor Dog Training Club

CPE

USDAA

AKC

VENUE

Agility Workout Society of Mid-Michigan

11-13 All Dogs Can CPE

5-6

Lansing German Shorthaired Pointer Club

DATES CLUB, ASSOCIATION OR BUSINESS

Section

Obedience/Rally

Barn Hunt Trial

Fundraiser/Family Fun Bark & Brew

Agility

Specialty

Family Fun

Specialty

All Breed, Obedience/Rally

Barn Hunt Trial

Field Trial

All Breed, Obedience/Rally

Hunt Test

Agility

Conformation & Breed Survey

Agility

Tracking

Barn Hunt Trial

Agility

Pet Expo

Conformation

Agility

Field Trial

EVENT

The Well Mannered Dog Center

Key-Lore Woof Woods

Rochester Mills Brewery

All Dogs Can

Kalamazoo Co. Fairgrounds

Frankenmuth River Place

Kalamazoo Co. Fairgrounds

Shiawasse Co. Fairgrounds

Kalamazoo Co. Fairgrounds

Detroit Beagle Club

Kalamazoo Co. Fairgrounds

Former Esprit Kennels

Bay De Noc Kennel Club

Heritage Park

TNT Dog Center

MSU Livestock Pavillion

Coach Karli Dog Training

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

All Dogs Can

Midland Co. Fairgrounds

Wayne Co. Fairgrounds

All Dogs Can

Ionia Recreation Area

LOCATION

Wyoming

Flushing

Rochester

Lapeer

Kalamazoo

Frankenmuth

Kalamazoo

Corunna

Kalamazoo

Addison

Kalamazoo

Fenwick

Wells

Adrian

Midland

East Lansing

Howell

Whitmore Lake

Lapeer

Midland

Belleville

Lapeer

Ionia

CITY

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Calendar

AKC

Yappy Hour

Up’n Over Agility Club Of Se Michigan

Terrier Club of Michigan

8-10

All Breed Dog Show
Agility
Seminar/Problem Solving
Agility
Bissell Foundation

AKC

Camp

Event

AKC

15-17 Grand Traverse Kennel Club

16-17 Michigan Boxer Club

18-23 Dog Scouts of America

23-24 Ann Arbor Dog Training Club

Agility

Event

West Michigan Petapalooza

TBD

All Breed/Obedience/Rally
All Breed Dog Show
Agility
Agility

AKC

CPE

Michigan Boxer Club

Nodrog Gordon Setter Club of MI

Central Michigan Agility Club

Ann Arbor Kennel Club

Holland Kennel Club

6-8

7-8

13-15 Ann Arbor Dog Training Club

Section

PAWS Unlimited

Specialty

AKC

Doberman Pinscher Club of MI

Agility

Specialty

AKC

Michigan Boxer Club

JULY

Adoption/Family Fun

AKC

M & M Cluster Dog Show

TBD

All Breed, Obedience/Rally

Event

Bissell Blocktail Party

TBD

29-30 Michigan Boxer Club

Family Fun

Event

15-16 Bark On Biddle

Summer Camp

See website

All Breed Fun Match & Health Clinic

Agility

Michigan Rescue Alliance

Mutt March

EVENT

UKC

14-17 United Kennel Club Premier

Event

Michigan Humane Society

Event

VENUE

DATES CLUB, ASSOCIATION OR BUSINESS

The Well Mannered Dog Center

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

Calhoun Co. Fairgrounds

Monroe Co. Fairgrounds

TNT Dog Center

Monroe Co. Fairgrounds

TNT Dog Center

See Website

Midland Co. Fairgrounds

See Website

TNT Dog Center

See Website

Michigan Dog Scout Camp

TNT Dog Center

Northwestern MI Fairgrounds

Downtown Wyandotte

Kalamazoo Co. Fairgrounds

Ann Arbor Dog Training Club

All Dogs Can

Meadow Brook Hall

Edsel & Eleanor Ford House

LOCATION

Wyoming

Whitmore Lake

Marshall

Monroe

Midland

Monroe

Midland

Holland

Midland

TBD

Midland

Whitmore Lake

St. Helen

Midland

Traverse City

Wyandotte

Kalamazoo

Whitmore Lake

Lapeer

Rochester Hills

Grosse Pointe Shores

CITY

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Camp

CPE

AKC

16-21 Dog Scouts of America

20-22 TNT CPE

28-29 Michigan Boxer Club

AKC

Berrien Kennel Club

10-12 Michigan Boxer Club

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UKC

Southern Michigan HRC

AKC

Jaxon Kennel Club

Event

AKC

Central Michigan Agility Club

Woods & Water Outdoor Weekend

U-FLI

Ballistics Flyball Team

AKC

7-9

1-2

SEPTEMBER

Macomb Kennel Club

AKC

NADAC

Up ‘N Over Agility Club of SE MI

18-19 St. Joe Valley Agility Club

AKC

Bull Terrier Club of Metro Detroit

AKC

UKC

Obedience Training Club Of Greater Lansing

AKC

Wyoming Training Club

4-5

Event

Midwest Collie Club

AKC

Sturgis Kennel Club

3-4

AUGUST

AKC

14-15 Battle Creek Kennel Club, Inc.

Miniature Schnauzer Club of MI

VENUE

DATES CLUB, ASSOCIATION OR BUSINESS

Section

Hunt Test

Family Fun

All Breed Dog Show

Agility

Flyball Tournament

Agility

All Breed Dog Show

Obedience/Rally

Agility

Bullyolympics & Summer Match

Obedience/Rally

Agility

All Breed Dog Show

Obedience/Rally

Collies @ The Highland Games

All Breed Dog Show

Agility

Summer Camp

All Breed, Obed. Junior Showmanship

EVENT

Pioneer Boy Scout Camp

Eastern MI State Fairgrounds

Jackson Co. Fairgrounds

TNT Dog Center

T-North Pavillion

TNT Dog Center

Springfield Oaks County Park

ECHO Club Bldg

TBD

Key-Lore Woof Woods

Obedience Training Bldg.

TNT Dog Center

Calhoun Co. Fairgrounds

The Well Mannered Dog Center

Greenmead Historical Park

Calhoun Co. Fairgrounds

All Dogs Can

TNT Dog Center

Michigan Dog Scout Camp

Calhoun Co. Fairgrounds

LOCATION

Pioneer, OH

Imlay City

Jackson

Midland

Vassar

Midland

Davisburg

Buchanan

TBD

Flushing

Lansing

Midland

Marshall

Wyoming

Livonia

Marshall

Lapeer

Midland

St. Helen

Marshall

CITY

110

Calendar

AKC

Michigan Boxer Club

Terrier Club of Michigan

Nosework
All Breed, Obedience/Rally

UKC

AKC

Monroe Kennel Club

Ann Arbor Dog Training Club

Midland MI Kennel Club

AKC

Grand Rapids Agility Club

Tracking

Agility

CPE

TNT CPE

Agility
Agility

AKC

Section

19-21 Mid-Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club

5-7

OCTOBER
Obedience/Rally

Fall Specialty

Agility

Fall Group Show

Tracking

AKC

Bull Terrier Club of Metro Detroit

29-30 ECHO Club Inc.

AKC

Specialty

AKC

Boston Terrier Club of Detroit

28-30 Grand Traverse Kennel Club

Specialty

AKC

Ann Arbor Dog Training Club

Earthdog Trial

AKC

Terrier Club of Michigan

Agility

AKC

Nosework

Northern Michigan Agility/MI Boxer Club

22-23 Bay De Noc Kennel Club

UKC

All Breed, Obedience/Rally

AKC

St. Clair Kennel Club

Conformation

AKC

Michigan American Pit Bull Terrier Club of MI

All Breed, Obedience/Rally

AKC

Family Fun

Event

Marquette Kennel Club

15-16 Barktoberfest

Specialty
Agility/Obedience/Rally

AKC

Michigamme English Setter Club

All Breed Dog Show

EVENT

AKC

Genesee County Kennel Club

8-9

14-16 Grand Rapids Agility Club

VENUE

DATES CLUB, ASSOCIATION OR BUSINESS

See Website

TNT Dog Center

The Well Mannered Dog Center

TNT Dog Center

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

Monroe Co. Fairgrounds

ECHO Club Bldg

Carleton VFW

TNT Dog Center

Monroe Co. Fairgrounds

Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg

Detroit Beagle Club

TNT Dog Center

Bay De Noc Kennel Club

Goodells Co. Park

Wayne Co. Fairgrounds

Marquette Co. Fairgrounds

Memorial Park

MSA Sports Spot

Brighton Recreation Area

Shiawassee Co. Fairgrounds

LOCATION

Saranac

Midland

Wyoming

Midland

Whitmore Lake

Monroe

Buchanan

Carleton

Midland

Monroe

Whitmore Lake

Addison

Midland

Escanaba

Goodells

Belleville

Marquette

Royal Oak

Grand Rapids

Howell

Corunna

CITY

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PAWS Unlimited
Novi Pet Expo
Michigan Boxer Club
Great Lakes Sled Dog Association
Ann Arbor Dog Training Club
Mt. Pleasant MI Kennel Club
West MI Harvest Cluster Dog Show

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AKC
AKC
CPE
AKC
AKC
AKC
AKC

All Breed Dog Show
Agility
Agility
Obedience/Rally
Agility
Agility
Agility

Agility
Pet Expo
Agility
Fall Dryland Derby
Tracking
Agility
All Breed, Obedience/Rally

Agility

EVENT

MSU Pavillion
TNT Dog Center
Well Mannered Dog Center
Obedience Training Bldg.
TNT Dog Center
TNT Dog Center
TNT Dog Center

Well Mannered Dog Center
Suburban Collection Showplace
TNT Dog Center
See Website
Ann Arbor Dog Training Bldg
TNT Dog Center
Kalamazoo Expo. Center

TNT Dog Center

LOCATION

East Lansing
Midland
Wyoming
Lansing
Midland
Midland
Midland

Wyoming
Novi
Midland
TBD
Whitmore Lake
Midland
Kalamazoo

Midland

CITY

Shows and events are subject to change. Please consult the association, club or sponsoring organization website to confirm date and time.
Our website calendar is updated throughtout the year. Visit www.MiDogGuide.com to stay up-to-date.

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1-2
Ingham County Kennel Club
Central MI Agility Club
7-9
14-16 Grand Rapids Extreme Agility Team
Obedience Training Club Of Greater Lansing
14-16 Central MI Agility Club
21-23 Northern Michigan Agility Club
28-30 Central MI Agility Club

DECEMBER

2-4
9-11
10
10-11
11
16-18
TBD

CPE
Event
AKC
ISDRA
AKC
AKC
AKC

AKC

26-28 Central Michigan Agility Club

NOVEMBER

VENUE

DATES CLUB, ASSOCIATION OR BUSINESS

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ALPHABETICAL CROSS INDEX
MICHIGAN CATEGORY FINDER
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PAGE

Allergy & Dermatology..............34
Animal Massage Instruction
& Certification .........................89
Appendix ................................114
Associations ...............................7

Canine Reiki .............................35
Canine Swim Activities.............26
Canine Swim Instruction ..........89
Certified Behavioral
Consultant ..............................89
Clubs ..........................................7

Bed Bug Detection ...................76
Boarding & Daycare
Essentials ...............................22
Boarding & Daycare
Northern Michigan..................22
Boarding & Daycare
Southeastern Michigan ..........22
Boarding & Daycare
Western Michigan...................25
Breeders-Purebred...................82

Dock Diving Instruction ............90
Dog Business, Club &
Rescue Insurance ...................78
Dog Hunting Locations ............68
Dog Owner Support .................78
Dog Parks.................................68
Dog Sledding............................72
Dog Trainer Instruction .............90

Appendix

C
Calendar .................................104
Canine Acupuncture ................34
Canine Building Rental .............76
Canine Chiropractic
& Veterinary Spinal
Manipulation ...........................34
Canine Entertainment...............77
Canine Event Locations. ..........66
Canine Event Services .............77
Canine Massage ......................34
Canine Photographers .............78

E
EMERGENCY CARE ...............35
End Of Life Service ..................36
Euthanasia, Hospice
& Palliative Care .....................36

F
Family Dog Training..................90
Food & Supplies Available
At Multiple Stores ...................52
Food & Supplies Mobile &
Online Ordering ......................52
Food & Supplies
Northern Michigan..................53

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Food & Supplies
Southeastern Michigan ..........55
Food & Supplies
Western Miichigan ..................57
Food Delivery Service ..............58

Nutritional Health
& Supplements .......................40

O
Online Training..........................90

G
Grooming Schools ...................63
Grooming Services
Southeastern Michigan ..........63
Grooming Services
Western Michigan...................64
Grooming Supplies
& Repair ..................................64

H
Holistic Products ......................37
Holistic Veterinary Care ............38
Hunting Dog Training................90

L
Low Cost Spay, Neuter &
Wellness Clinics......................84

M
Michigan Event Promotion .......72
Mobile Grooming......................64
Non-Profit Service
Organizations .........................13

R
Raw Dog Food .........................58
Reproductive Services .............42
Rescue & Shelter
Assistance ..............................84
Rescue & Shelter
Northern Michigan..................85
Rescue & Shelter
Southeast Michigan ...............85
Rescue & Shelter Statewide ....86
Rescue & Shelter
Western Michigan...................86

Appendix

Personal Protection ..................79
Pet Insurance ...........................79
Pet Owner Assistance
& Support ...............................84
Pet Sitting & Walking
Services ..................................26
Pet Transportation ....................79
Pet Trust ...................................79
Physical Rehabilitation &
Therapeutic Care ....................42
Pre-Need Funeral Planning ......79

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Training & Instruction

Self-Serve Dog Wash ...............64
Service Dog Training ................91
Special Surgical Services .........42
Sporting Goods ........................58

Southeastern Michigan ..........94
Training & Instruction
Western Michigan...................98

Wearable Laser Therapy ..........43

Therapeutic Products ...............58
Therapy Dog Training ...............91

Wellness &

Appendix

Preventative Care ...................43

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Appendix

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ALPHABETICAL CROSS INDEX
OF ADVERTISERS

Appendix

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360 Event Productions/Bark on Biddle/Barktoberfest ....................... 71
4 Paws 1 Heart .................................................................................... 81
4 Paws Community Center ................................................................. 23
A Walk in the Woods ........................................................................... 22
Advanced Animal Chiropractic .............................................................. iii
All Dogs Can, LLC ............................................................................... 90
All Under One Woof! Dog Daycare & Training Center ......................... 23
American Kennel Club - Canine Partners Program ............................... 1
Animal Rehabilitation Facility .............................................................. 35
Ann Abor Dog Training Club ................................................................ 99
Ann Arbor Kennel Club ........................................................................ 10
AnnaBelle’s Pet Station .........................................................................vi
The Barkshire ...................................................................................... 25
Beyond The Lens - Custom Photography........................................... 76
Bingo Institute of Grooming ................................................................ 61
Blue Water Pet Care ............................................................................ 77
Borderhauss Kennels, LLC.................................................................. 93
Canine Adventures .............................................................................. 93
Canine Advocacy Program.................................................................... 6
Canine Resolution ............................................................................... 90
Canine-Work And Games (C-WAGS) .................................................... 1
The Canine Workshop, LLC ................................................................ 91
Central Michigan Agility Club .............................................................. 95
Chow Hound Pet Supplies .................................................................. 55
Christy Schulte Photography .............................................................. 77
Clarkston Animal Medical Center ........................................................ 36
Clever Canine Dog Training ...................................................................iv
Color Pet Products .............................................................................. 53
Comfort Care Veterinary Services ....................................................... 39
Companion Dog Training Club of Flint ................................................ 99
Creature Comfort Veterinary House Call Services, PLLC ................... 38
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Decadent Dogs.................................................................................... 53
Dependable Dogs...................................................................................v
The Dog Dive ....................................................................................... 36
Dog Scouts of America ....................................................................... 18
Doggie Play Zone, Inc. ........................................................................ 23
Elk Antler Dog Chews, LLC ................................................................... iii
Four Legged Rascals .......................................................................... 93
Four Paws Veterinary Wellness ..............................................................v
Frankenmuth River Place Shops/Dog Bowl ........................................ 67
Fun Time Dog Shop ............................................................................ 52
Good Choices, LLC ............................................................................. 97
Great Lakes Pet Emergencies .................................... Inside Back Cover
Great Lakes Sport Dog Association .................................................... 14
Green Paws Pet Supply .........................................................................v
I Heart Media/West Michigan Pet Expo .............................................. 65
K-9 Connection Dog Training .............................................................. 98
K9 Camo Companions ........................................................................ 14
Kennel Pro ........................................................................................... 73
Key-Lore Pet Rest Gardens, LLC ........................................................ 93
Leader Dogs for the Blind ..................................................................... 6
Magoos Pet Outlet .............................................................................. 54
Michigan War Dog Memorial, Inc. ....................................................... 39
Mid-Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc. ....................................................... 18
Midland Michigan Kennel Club ........................................................... 95
My Hero Dog Training .......................................................................... 91
Natural Healing Pet Care ..................................................................... 39
Northern Michigan Agility Club ........................................................... 95
Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing ...................................... 98
Paws With A Cause ............................................................................. 14
Pawsitive Steps Rehabilitation & Therapy For Pets ............................ 29
PawStroll ............................................................................................. 19

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Pet Allergy and Dermatology Solutions ............................................... 37
Pet Suite Retreat ................................................................................. 24
Pet Taxi Plus ........................................................................................ 79
Pet X Supply & Pet Xtras Grooming-n-Training.... Inside Front Cover & 61
Pet-A-Pet............................................................................................... 6
PetCalls Veterinary Housecalls............................................................ 40
Petfinder .............................................................................................. 85
Petfinder Foundation ........................................................................... 81
Pets for Vets - SE Michigan Chapter................................................... 14
Pine Hill Kennel & Sportsman’s Club .................................................. 65
Positive Pawz Training......................................................................... 89
Premier Pet Supply.............................................................................. 49
PRO-PET-OTIC, Home of the PRO-BARK-OTIC® .............................. 41
Purely Pets .......................................................................................... 55
Raw Dog: Raw Dog Food Delivered, LLC ........................................... 54
Ruff Life Photography ......................................................................... 77
Scootie’s Dog Training & Boarding ...................................................... 98
Southern Michigan Obedience Training Club...................................... 94
Spectra Therapy, LLC................................................... Back Cover & 31
Sportsmen’s Dog Training Club Of Detroit, Inc. .................................. 87
Suburban Collection Showplace/Novi Pet Expo ................................. 69
SW Michigan Natural Healing for Animals .......................................... 89
Teacher’s Pet ....................................................................................... 18
TNT Dog Center .......................................................................... 92 & 95
Training Buddies, LLC ......................................................................... 89
The Ultimate Dog, LLC ..........................................................................iv
Valorzen Canine Training ..................................................................... 94
Von Der King Kennels & Training ......................................................... 91
Walk MI Dog ..........................................................................................iv
The Well Mannered Dog Center .......................................................... 90
Whispering Pines Pet Cemetary.......................................................... 37
Wilsons Veterinary Hospital ................................................................. 40
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NAME

121

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Veterinarian
EMERGENCY VET
Trainer
Groomer
Boarding/Daycare

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