Loyal Start Dog Training

04/30/2026

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04/02/2026

Max is a lovely Malinois mix. He has a very knowledgeable owner who takes Max’s training seriously. Puppy Preschool provided additional information, techniques, and encouragement to the owner. If you’re wondering if you need Puppy Preschool, know that the training is for the very first time puppy owner and for the seasoned puppy owner as well. Even as a trainer, I continue to learn from others. It was a pleasure to watch their bond growing.

04/02/2026

Congratulations to Max and his family! Loyal Start Dog Training’s Puppy Preschool (9-16 weeks old) provides puppy education taught by a certified trainer in puppy development. This program will teach you how to help your puppy adjust to the new human home, how to stop unwanted behaviors and encourage the behaviors and skills desired and so much more. Contact: [email protected]

03/30/2026

Beagles are smart, energetic, excellent escape artists and have amazing noses! Motivating Odie with treats was so much fun. His owner did amazing at following his training instructions. Congratulations Odie on completing Loyal Start’s Relationship Builder program.

03/25/2026

What a sweet boy! Rocco was calm, curious, and playful at Loyal Start’s Puppy Preschool training. He’s going to grow to be a big boy full of snuggles.
Congratulations Rocco!

03/25/2026

Congratulations Millie! She completed Loyal Start’s Puppy Preschool program. Puppies can start out shy but as the owner learns how to build confidence, the puppy grows in a balanced and happy way.

03/25/2026

Macy did a great job responding to all of her training. Her very caring owners followed all the lessons perfectly. They will be enjoying their well behaved pup all summer long. Congratulations Macy for completing your obedience training at Loyal Start Dog Training. If you are looking for training that makes a difference, contact: michele@loyalstartdogtraining

03/20/2026

Robby Roth
I brought my two rescue golden retrievers to Michele’s Relationship Builder course. The dogs couldn’t be more different: the 4 yo female is a shy/reserved puppy mill mama, the 3 yo male is a happy, unfocused goofball. I was very happy with the structure of the lessons and the way skills build over time across the lessons.
Michele adapted her approach quickly to the two dogs to meet their individual needs. It was a great experience for all three of us and we learned and benefited a lot. Michele is patient, kind, knowledgeable, and an excellent trainer.
Highly recommend.

03/16/2026

Puppies are adorable! But puppies have puppy behaviors (play biting, jumping, house breaking, etc.) that can be frustrating if we do not give them guidance. Loyal Starts Puppy Preschool (9-16 weeks of age) classes will teach you all that you need to know in raising a happy and well behaved puppy. Contact [email protected] for more information and scheduling.

03/11/2026

Learning good dog handling skills early.