Family Owned Dog Boarding & Training Facility, focused on quality care & positive based training, located in Dundee, Mi. Chelsea Desbrough CPDT-KA Chelsea A.
Do not allow your dog to meet RANDOM dogs, we don’t let our kids do it, why would we let our dogs?
Unfortunately in our area, most dogs are not well socialized, so allowing them to greet on leash is a recipe for disaster. Let alone usually these are quick and face to face, making it even worse!
There is a way to build acceptance.
It starts outside of the home.
Two bits to this....and both of those areas can go very wrong.
Introducing a new dog into your own home.👈
Maybe you have just adopted and have concerns already because of other dogs that have entered your home.
It is a big deal for dogs and many won't take kindly to another dog just waltzing in, especially if they have never met them before.
Some have criticised these tried and true methods....that is ok.
You do you.
However, these are approaches that have worked, they are safe and they are not based on "individual highly social dogs" but looking at a much bigger picture.
Meeting a dog out and about?👈
Different again.
Try the 3 second "rule".
The meet and retreat is a great way to encourage everyone (dogs and humans alike) to read what is happening.
Do dogs "need" to meet all other dogs when out and about?
No.
They don't.
If you have a highly social dog....that may be difficult to hear.
You likely don't have the same challenges as others.
Your dog can easily socialise and read signals.
Others need a helping hand.
If you do struggle with helping your dog meet others....try this.
It also give dogs confidence.
Everyone can benefit from those little "I can do this" moments.
06/24/2025
Pups over the weekend, staying cool! 😎
No Hot Dogs here! 🌭
06/19/2025
Brandon has been promoted “Emotional support human” to all the pups on site. 😂🐶
But in all seriousness, we are so lucky to have him coming in and loving on the dogs. If evening chores seem to be taking extra long, you can usually find him in the building giving bedtime snacks & tucking everyone in.
06/19/2025
06/17/2025
We welcomed Willow to the SRR Academy, completed his trial night and is all set for future boarding reservations!
OUTSTANDING pups on site today & beautiful weather makes our job pretty awesome if I do say so myself 🐶💕
06/12/2025
One spot open in July & September currently, if you are curious to learn more, inquire soon!
What makes SRR Board & Train Program unique?
We are one of Michigan’s ONLY positive reinforcement board & train programs!!
Meaning we do NOT use shock, prong or choke chains & we DO follow modern science based training methods. Ensuring no forceful methods!
Discover how our rigorous yet positive-based training program can empower your puppy to thrive.
Our program is tailored for puppies focusing on basic obedience training, such as sit, down, come, stay, leave it, and loose leash walking.
To ensure lasting results, we require two essential commitments from pet parents: involvement in training follow-ups and continuation of training and exercise regimens after graduation. By working together, we can equip you with the skills to nurture your puppy's growth and strengthen your bond.
Our Board & Train Program Includes:
Proper Dog Socialization
Daily Training for Basic Commands
Implementation of Nothing in Life is Free Policy
Socialization Outings
Follow-Up Lessons with Pet Parents
Our positive reinforcement approach ensures a lifelong foundation for your puppy's training and development.
If you're considering welcoming a new puppy in 2025, we invite you to reach out and explore how our program can support you. Email us at [email protected] to learn more.
06/12/2025
Pups at play today 🐶
06/11/2025
Happy Hump Day 😅
Lots going on around here!
Lucy our board & train puppy is doing absolutely wonderful and in our last week of training and doing our best to put on the final touches.
Lots and lots of private training scheduled for June. Shout out to Keeley with Fern today, beyond impressed on how far they came through our sessions. Keep up the amazing work, can’t wait for updates! 👏
Saturday was spent repairing horse fencingg & creating more rotational grazing pastures. So happy with how it’s been working this week! Thankful for Brandon being there and helping. Unfortunately, while repairing fencing, my personal horse Timmy coliced. For non horse people: it is a horse owners worst nightmare, often not a great result when not caught quickly. Thankfully we were right there and able to administer meds & get him moving, and he perked back up. That boy keeps me on my toes!
New horses: Levi & Groovy are continuing to settle in nicely and hope to get them integrated to the herd soon.
On Sunday, Brandon’s horse Samarah was used by a youth, Kiley, at a local horse show & she got her first 1st place 🥇 🎉
06/09/2025
06/04/2025
Last weekend we were able to get away to celebrate my birthday with family up north. Thank you Heather for always doing an excellent job, we couldn’t do this without you!
We are back on site & summer is in FULL swing!
Everyone meet Lucy, our newest member to spam your feed for the next two weeks as she’s here for her board & train. 🐶
2 new horses filled our barn & we couldn’t have asked for a better fit!
We had a stray cat, we named Steve, join our farm in the last few months, turns out she needed a safe place to have her kittens. Steve became Stevie! Kittens are becoming more active & giving us a run for our money! (Spay/neuter appointments in the works & all kittens are already spoken for in good homes ☺️)
On a sad note, my grandmother, Janice Simon passed Sunday morning. Anybody that had the opportunity to meet her, knew of her work ethic & strong relationship with her faith. Thank you to everyone who has sent condolences & allowed us to make changes to our schedule. We greatly appreciate it.
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Contact The Business
Send a message to SRR Woof Academy & Stables LLC.:
Chelsea A. Simon E.S.M.T, C.C.M.T, ABC
314 N. Maumee St
Tecumseh, MI 49286
(734) 474-5158
Welcome to SRR Dog Training & Massage!
First, thank you for taking the time to get and know us at SRR. We are a small locally owned business, servicing the local community. My name is Chelsea, I originally started SRR after completing the Equine and Canine Massage program from Equissage in Round Hill, Va. Since I have completed further certification programs such as Animal Behavioral College for Dog Training. My goal as a local trainer is to give more POSITIVE structure inside the home and place YOU back in the LEADERSHIP role without any harsh correction methods & live a more balanced relationship with your four legged family members.
At SRR we offer several different services- Horse/Dog massages, Private dog training lessons & group classes- at affordable prices. Being a strong believer in fostering and rescuing dogs, it can be difficult in just taking on a new dog, being able to afford training shouldn't be a stressor- so I strive to be affordable. Group classes will be offered in Spring/Summer/Fall- weather permitting, contact me further for scheduling.
Below is listed more information about Massage Services offered, training please contact me directly. Feel free to call, message or email for more information.
Equine Massage
Locations
Horse Shows
Your home/stable
Clinics- One day clinics are available
Benefits
Enhances muscle
Helps balancing overall
Reduces swelling
Pain Relief
Releases endorphins
Improves circulation
Helps Injuries
When can massages be done?
Pre-event-warms ups etc
Post-event- cool downs
Maintenance
*There are also special sequence for horses that are colicing and tying up
WHEN NOT TO MASSAGE
Shock
Fever
Cancer
Rates
The usual massage cost between $65-85, plus farm call. I will keep postings on the website of the dates and the shows I’ll be attending and be available, if I’m already attending a show there will not a farm call fee. Clients who have 3 or more horses to work on, discounts are available (this is great if you have a bigger barn or have friends who would like to have horses worked on also)
FAQ’s
How soon can you ride/exercise a horse?
As soon as massage is done, you should at least walk the horse out for 10 mins, or light riding up to an half hour
Is a horse ever too young to massage?
No
How long does the massage take?
Usually 45 mins to a half hour, depends on if the horse stands quietly etc.
How often should you massage a horse?
There are different options, it depends on how often and how are the horse is being worked.
Plan A: Very active and high levels of competition.
Week One: 3 Massages
Week Two: 2 Massages
Week Three: 1 Massage, and one per week there after
Plan B: Horses competing regularly
1 Massage every 2 weeks
Plan C: Horses that compete occasionally
1 Massage every 2 weeks for 6 weeks then as needed
Plan D: Horses used for pleasure riding or very light competition
Massages as needed
Canine Massage
Locations
Your home
Dog Shows
Clinics- One day clinics are available
Benefits
Enhances muscle
Helps balancing overall
Reduces swelling
Pain Relief
Releases endorphins
Improves circulation
Helps injuries
When can massages be done?
Anytime
WHEN NOT TO MASSAGE
Shock
Fever
Cancer
Rates
The rates for the dog differ from the horses; the dogs are based off the size of the dog, usually its $35, $55 or $75, plus farm call. I will keep postings on the website of the dates and the shows I’ll be attending and be available, if I’m already attending a show there will not a farm call fee. Clients who have 3 or more horses to work on, discounts are available (this is great if you have a bigger barn or have friends who would like to have horses worked on also)
