About PRO K-9

About PRO K-9

PRO K-9 has been "Serving Southeast Michigan since 2001" and states "We've helped thousands of

owners and dogs of all breeds and temperaments achieve their training goals throughout Metro

Detroit, Ann Arbor and surrounding areas." The business operates as Lil Friends, LLC of Romulus, MI,

contactable on 734-482-4808. The site also advertises a private 10-acre property used for events.

How training works

Everything runs in the home: "Every dog has a different personality and temperament—our programs are

specialized to fit you and your dog's individual needs with private one-on-one training sessions in

your home. This highly effective approach allows us to address problems directly in your dog's own

environment where behavior problems often occur or begin".

It starts with an assessment: "We begin with an in-home evaluation to assess your dog and their

unique situation. This allows our Behavior Consultants to pinpoint the source of behavior problems

and work accordingly."

Programs

– **In-Home: Dog Training for Life** — "A client favorite, our comprehensive program first provides

a solid foundation at home, followed by ongoing support at our weekly Socializing Groups— for

life ."

– **Puppy Training** — "a complete puppy program to guide you every step of the way at home or class

— or both! For puppies 8 weeks to 5 months old."

– **Canine Good Citizen®** — "We test for the AKC's standard CGC, Community Canine CGCA, and Urban

Canine CGCU. We can also help you and your dog train for tests with in-home or private sessions at

our class locations."

– **PRO K-9 Pack** — "Graduates have access to our Private Alumni Training & Activity Club for

unique options to maximize your dog's training, socialization, and confidence."

– **Group classes** and ongoing **Socializing Groups** are listed alongside the in-home work.

What is covered

Obedience training teaches "COME, SIT, HEEL, DOWN, SIT-STAY, DOWN-STAY and more on-leash", with

"advanced off-leash training for clients wanting to train to the next level."

Behavior modification addresses "Jumping Mouthing Chewing Digging Escaping Barking Stealing food

Housebreaking Excitability Anxiety Aggression and more".

Socialization is treated as a separate pillar: "Once you've mastered obedience commands at home, the

next step is to apply your training in a social setting, teaching your dog how to behave around many

'real life' distractions. A Behavior Consultant is present to help you every step of the way at our

ongoing Socializing Groups."

Method

"We use positive reinforcement training methods tapping into your dog's natural desire for your love

and affection, working with you without using shock collars or clickers."