Barks and Rec. Animal Training and Behavior is the only facility of its kind in northern Michigan. We use modern, science-based, and empathy-driven positive reinforcement training methods to help you and your dog live your best lives together. Our trainers are highly educated in learning theory, behavior modification, ethology, puppy development, behavior analysis, and more.
Our services include group classes, private and in-home training for: puppy socialization, manners and obedience; aggression, reactivity, and separation anxiety; CGC testing and therapy dog prep; and dog sports, including agility, scent work, Rally O, and AKC Fit Dog.
Visit our temperature-controlled facility located just South of Chum's Corner in Traverse City.
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Listed price: $140.00
Puppy training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Cooperative care
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Group classes
In-home training
Owner coaching
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
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Evening classes
Weekend classes
Assistance and working dogs
Service dog training
Therapy dog training
Dog sports
Agility
Rally obedience
Scent work
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Rescue dogs
Training approach
Clicker training
Positive reinforcement
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Academy Dog Trainer
Animal Training
Anxious Dogs
Basic Manners
Behavior Analysis
Behavior Mod
Canine Behavioral
Dog Classes
Electric Collars
Four Week Classes
Four Weeks Classes
Free Training
Individualized Training
Leader Dogs
Learning Training
Leash Reactive
Nail Clippers
Nail Trimming
Obstacle Course
Six Week Class
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5/5Alecia was a patient, compassionate, and knowledgeable trainer for our 2 year old rescue Husky and my husband and I.
We could not even walk Neva without terrible lunging, pulling and literally “going crazy” if she saw another dog or animal and she was easily distracted and would …Read full reviewClose full review
Alecia was a patient, compassionate, and knowledgeable trainer for our 2 year old rescue Husky and my husband and I.
We could not even walk Neva without terrible lunging, pulling and literally “going crazy” if she saw another dog or animal and she was easily distracted and would not focus for us.
With the private lessons, practice and consistency Alecia taught us, we all learned so much and changes became evident.
We now have a well-behaved Husky that we take for walks all over the TC area as well as to outdoor restaurants!
We didn’t believe we could ever get to this point! 😀
Thank you, Alecia!
Linda, Dale, and Neva
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Alex R
5/5
Such friendly staff accompanied by wonderful classes, I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for some dog training.
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Meike Stoldt
5/5
This place is the best! Amazing trainers who have really helped my dog build up his confidence! Fun classes are available for dogs of all ages and abilities. They use evidence-based, positive reinforcement training. Their puppy classes are a must for socialization and learning basic manners. I couldn’t be happier with the training and classes we have participated in! Thank you!
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Kristal Flateau
5/5
The instructors are fabulous. We have two aussies that take classes
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Denise H
5/5Excellent trainers with a great knowledge base especially Abbie. Nice facilities. My Maggie is a very high energy German Shorthaired Pointer and she had trouble focusing. Maggie started with puppy class and I could hardly control her. We were given so many good tips to keep her …Read full reviewClose full review
Excellent trainers with a great knowledge base especially Abbie. Nice facilities. My Maggie is a very high energy German Shorthaired Pointer and she had trouble focusing. Maggie started with puppy class and I could hardly control her. We were given so many good tips to keep her focused. She is now ready to graduate from the intermediate class and take her CGC test. We plan on continuing with further training classes.
As a pet owner you have to put in the work from what you learn in class. They give you all the tools and handouts too. I highly recommend Barks and Rec.
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