FirstBarkWould highly recommend working with Michael for training! He explained each part of the training so thoroughly and really made the training specific to the dog. He made sure I understood the purpose of the training and was set up for success each week to work on the skills on my own. The progress was so fun to watch. If you’re considering it - well worth your time and energy!
Platinum Dog Training
Des Moines, Iowa
About Platinum Dog Training
At Platinum Dog Training, we believe that educating owners is just as important as training their dogs. That’s why all of our training takes place with you, the owner, present. Whether we’re in your home, or out in public, we are focusing on not only teaching your dog, but educating you on how you can have the best possible relationship with your pet. We use a balanced approach for training. Our training techniques have proven to be highly effective for even the most difficult of dogs, while also working wonders for dogs who already have a solid foundation, and are just looking to take that last step to excellence.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training Customer-reported
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Reactivity training Customer-reported
How training happens
- Board and train Customer-reported
- Group classes Customer-reported
- In-home training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training Customer-reported
Dog age
- Puppies Customer-reported
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Advanced training
Other listed services
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- 4 Week Class
- Collar Course
- Home Lessons
- Off Leash
- Specialty Training
- Week Training
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Customer reviews
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118 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Confidence building 21
- Reactivity issues 12
- Leash training 9
- Patient trainer 9
- Training for owners 9
- Calmer dog 6
All 10 topics
- Reactive dog training 5
- One on one training 4
- Anxious dog training 3
- Rescue dog training 2
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As new dog owners we knew very little about raising/training an animal. Michael from PDT was pivotal in our pet owner experience, without his coaching we would be lost or maybe even regretful about our decision. We absolutely love our now well trained dog Jetson.
We were recommended Michael by our friend after we had paid for a board and train program with a different trainer that didn’t give us any of the results we were looking for. We were frustrated and weren’t sure if it was even possible to get the results we wanted. After our first…Read full reviewClose full review
We were recommended Michael by our friend after we had paid for a board and train program with a different trainer that didn’t give us any of the results we were looking for. We were frustrated and weren’t sure if it was even possible to get the results we wanted. After our first lesson with Michael everything changed, our dog was behaving better and seemed to calm down quite a bit. In the weeks to follow, we would see results we didn’t think were possible with our dog. He is doing amazing now and has calmed down so much, he seems more relaxed and a lot easier to handle. Michael worked with us and really took the time to explain everything he was doing and make sure we were doing it correctly. He was willing to answer any questions and was always so patient and informative. If you are looking for a trainer I would not go anywhere else. Platinum dog training is amazing and you WILL see results and have a better relationship with your dog. Cannot recommend them enough!
Excellent experience. Changed my life significantly!! Michael is such a good teacher and was attentive to all my concerns. Recommend him highly to anyone who needs help with their dog.
Our dogs had such a hard time with anxiety/nerves when we moved to a new house in a kid & dog-heavy neighborhood. Michael helped our dogs so much and they are much more at ease, more comfortable, and good listeners! So grateful for his help 😊
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