AC K9 Training

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📍Serving Michigan Dogs & Their People

06/07/2026

The secret to off leash success isn’t taking the leash off.

It’s spending countless repetitions teaching your dog what the expectations are before the leash ever comes off.

In this video, Lucy is practicing come, sit, place, and down in a controlled environment using a fenced-in tennis court. Off leash training should always start in a safe setting where dogs can build confidence, learn accountability, and be set up for success.

The goal isn’t to have a dog that can be off leash. The goal is to have a dog that chooses to listen, even when distractions are present.

Freedom is earned through consistency, not luck!!

Look at this handsome boy! Meet Theo Van Gogh, here for his first day of board and train, or as his mom likes to call it...
06/07/2026

Look at this handsome boy! Meet Theo Van Gogh, here for his first day of board and train, or as his mom likes to call it, “Theo is a Good Boy Etiquette School.” 😆

We’re excited to have him with us and can’t wait to show off his progress over the next couple of weeks. Stay tuned for Theo’s journey!

Give me all of the littles!!🥹 the absolute sweetest girl!
06/06/2026

Give me all of the littles!!🥹 the absolute sweetest girl!

Confidence isn’t built by avoiding things that make your dog uncomfortable. It’s built by teaching them how to work thro...
06/05/2026

Confidence isn’t built by avoiding things that make your dog uncomfortable. It’s built by teaching them how to work through those situations successfully.

Lucy has always been a little unsure around wheels. Shopping carts, bikes, skateboards, and other rolling objects can be intimidating for many dogs because they’re unpredictable and often move quickly.

Instead of avoiding them, we’ve been gradually exposing Lucy to them in a structured way. Today she practiced holding commands while carts rolled by, walking confidently past them, and even heeling alongside a shopping cart. Each successful repetition teaches her that wheels aren’t something she needs to fear.

One of the biggest goals in dog training isn’t just obedience. It’s helping dogs learn how to navigate the world with confidence. When we advocate for them, guide them through challenges, and hold them accountable in a fair way, they begin to trust both themselves and their handlers.

A confident dog isn’t born. It’s built!

05/31/2026

A month ago, a walk like this wasn’t possible.

Bruce came to us struggling with reactivity, resource guarding, impulse control, and making safe decisions around distractions. Walks were stressful, unpredictable, and anything but enjoyable.

Today, he’s calmly heeling beside Dad, checking in, staying engaged, and making better choices even when the world around him is moving.

Is he perfect? No. No dog is. But the difference between the dog who arrived and the dog going home is night and day.

This is what happens when clear communication, structure, consistency, and hundreds of repetitions come together.

So proud of this guy and all the hard work his family has put into him. The real work starts now, but they’ve got the tools to keep building on this success. 💙

Curls for days ✨💅
05/31/2026

Curls for days ✨💅

Many big dogs are actually just gentle giants. ❤️Their size may be intimidating, but most would rather cuddle on the cou...
05/31/2026

Many big dogs are actually just gentle giants. ❤️

Their size may be intimidating, but most would rather cuddle on the couch than cause trouble. Don’t judge a dog by its size, some of the biggest dogs have the softest hearts.

05/28/2026

Tram al lam (Trammell) is a graduate🎓
So proud of this sweet, goofy boy! The real training starts now... learning how to work as a team with mom and dad
They
crushed it today and I can't wait to watch him keep thriving!

05/27/2026

Dogs deserve to explore, learn, sniff new places, build confidence, and experience the world with us. Field trips, walks, training outings, patio dinners, parks… that’s enrichment. That’s fulfillment.

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