About UpSwing Canine Behavioral Services - Fetch & Fable
UpSwing Canine Behavioral Services provides professional behavior support for dogs facing fear, anxiety, reactivity, and arousal regulation challenges. Founded by Rachel McMichael, CDBC, CBCC-KA, UpSwing offers a relationship-centered, enrichment heavy, reward-based approach grounded in deep compassion and years of hands-on behavioral experience. Services include virtual and in-person consultations, custom behavior plans, and coaching that meets both ends of the leash. Serving Armstrong County, parts of Butler and surrounding areas.
UpSwing supports meaningful change by building trust, easing stress, and creating practical pathways forward, for sensitive dogs and the people who love them!
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
House training
Leash training
Behavior support
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and train
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Beginner training
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
Therapy dog training
Dog sports
Trick training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Additional services
Boarding
Dog walking
Other listed services
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Animal Behavior Consultant
Animal Behavior Consultants
Behavior Changes
Behavioral Change
Behavioral Evaluations
Behavioral Health
Canine Behavior Consultant
Canine Enrichment
Continuing Education
Custom Training Sessions
Day Learning
Dog Instructor
Dog Jumping
Dog Park
Enrichment Assistance
Family Dog
Initial Behavior Consult
Lesson Plans
Pet Dogs
Positive Dog Trainer
Scratchboard Training
Shelter Dog
Single Training
Trainer & Behavior
Trainer Training
Training Session
Training packages
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5/5Rachel is hands down the best dog trainer I’ve ever met. She is patient, knowledgable, and really adaptive to my dog’s needs. I have a pug who had terrible separation anxiety and I couldn’t step outside without him crying. Rachel helped me teach him how to be confident on his own…Read full reviewClose full review
Rachel is hands down the best dog trainer I’ve ever met. She is patient, knowledgable, and really adaptive to my dog’s needs. I have a pug who had terrible separation anxiety and I couldn’t step outside without him crying. Rachel helped me teach him how to be confident on his own and get used to alone time. Never in a million years would thought my baby not only be able to do this, but he blew me away how quickly he was able to change!! I will always, always, always recommend this trainer to anyone who needs it.
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Lisa B
5/5
Rachel is changing the face of dog training and behavior modification in Butler County and beyond! The way she cares about her students is unmatched. She will teach you how to listen to your dog, build a relationship with your dog, and enjoy life together. And her trick training prowess is remarkable!
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Lori Stearns
5/5Rachel is so knowledgeable, and she takes the time to observe the dogs, listen to the humans’ concerns, and devise a customized plan to address the goals.
She takes plenty of time to educate the humans on WHAT is happening, as well as WHY. Rachel provides excellent handout mater…Read full reviewClose full review
Rachel is so knowledgeable, and she takes the time to observe the dogs, listen to the humans’ concerns, and devise a customized plan to address the goals.
She takes plenty of time to educate the humans on WHAT is happening, as well as WHY. Rachel provides excellent handout materials to follow up and reinforce the education and training for after she leaves.
I wish she would never leave!! She’s so reassuring and skilled! We have been thrilled with her service and commitment. Rachel is a talented professional and we are so grateful she’s helping us!
Photo of our relaxed girl after a successful training day!
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Chuck Edwards
5/5
Rachel is the best thing to happen to our pups and our family! She is professional, personable and definitely has a deep love and respect for all animals! You can't go wrong with her!!
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Kim Carwile
5/5
I was feeling defeated trying to help my reactive dog when we met Rachel. She gave us the tools we needed. We are both more confident and my dog has made great improvement. I can't wait to see how far we can go. Rachel is knowledgeable and compassionate. I would 💯 recommend her!
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