positive reinforcemnt training based in grand rapods michigan
welcome to our school for dogs!
A Pleasant Dog offers gentle, modern dog training in keeping with the advice of the American veterinary society of animal behavior. Our professional trainers and groomers are passionate about using positive reinforcement training to make the lives of our furry friends better.
about a pleasant dog
At A Pleasant Dog, we use operant conditioning, classical conditioning and positive reinforcement (a.k.a. science) to help you and your dog be the best team you can be. We are proud to be the premier source for positive reinforcement training in Michigan and to lead our industry through continuing education for trainers, behaviorists and the veterinary community.
Just like a human school, we have trainers who specialize in different subjects including puppy socialization, AKC CGC, tricks and sports, fear, anxiety and tough behaviors like aggression and more. Whatever your learning goals, we can help you and your dog. And if we can’t, we will refer you to someone who can.
separation anxiety
Has your dog’s separation anxiety taken over your life? Have you tried everything and are at your wits’ end? Or are you just starting your journey? Discover how hundreds of our clients have gotten a Pleasant life back through our science-based, step-by-step process for resolving separation anxiety or confinement anxiety.
We offer in person training, our head trainer Jenn Gavin also wrote a book and developed an online course for those who want to work at their own pace!
fearful, anxious and aggressive dogs
Your dog is a square peg in a round hole. All your friends’ dogs are going to dog parties and dog parks, love to be petted by strangers, manage to chill when they aren’t home. Not your dog. Your dog struggles with fear, anxiety, reactivity, or aggression. You’ve tried other trainers. Maybe you’ve even asked your vet and started medication to no avail. A Pleasant Dog can help!
workshops & events
Watch this space for upcoming workshops & events!
what can we help you with?
Click any of the services below to learn more about the most popular ways to work with us! Not sure where to start? View all services.
dog grooming
Force Free Grooming
Cooperative Grooming
Nail Trims
Full Haircuts
group classes
Puppy Training
Adult Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Reactive Dog Classes
Training For Dog Sports
Dog Aggression
Human Aggression
Biting
Destruction
Obsessive Behaviors
Multi Dog Households
Separation Anxiety
Reactivity
Resource Guarding
Integrating New Pets
behavior challenges
we offer…
Virtual Consultations
In Person at APD
In Person in your Home
Vetinarian Consults
other animals
A Pleasant Cat
A Pleasant Horse
training assistance
Crate Training
Potty Training
Inappropriate Chewing
Barking
Digging
Attention & Focus
Building Confidence
Jumping On People
Walking On A Leash
Marking
Coming When Called
Socialization
Basic Obedience
New Baby Preparation
Training For Specific Tasks
Bringing Home A New Puppy
Adopting A Rescue Dog
