Brilliant Dogs at Borderhauss Kennels, LLC

Training programs include a personalized introductory consultation, followed by private lessons tailored to individual goals, group classes for socialization and skill-building, and online Foundations courses (1-3) for home-based learning. Board and train options are available for intensive behavior work. Agility and trick training are offered as specialized tracks. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement, choice-based learning, and family involvement.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons include full video tutorials; introductory consultation available; online Foundations courses are $27 each; pricing for group classes and board and train programs not specified but available upon request.

Brilliant Dogs at Borderhauss Kennels, LLC, led by CPDT-KA certified trainer Laura Maulbetsch, offers force-free, positive reinforcement-based dog training for families in Howell, MI. With over 20 years of experience, Laura specializes in helping dog owners build peaceful, joyful relationships with their pets using choice-based methods and behavioral science. She uniquely integrates children into the training process through TAGteach and offers services for puppies, adult dogs, and families navigating behavior challenges. Training is available in private lessons, group classes, and online courses, with a focus on foundational skills, agility, and behavior modification. Laura also holds certifications as an AKC CGC evaluator, Certified Trick Dog Instructor, and has advanced training in canine ethology and agility handling. Her facility includes a full barn-style training environment, and she extends her compassionate approach to training her own Mustangs using the same positive methods. The business emphasizes lifelong learning for both dogs and owners, with all instructors committed to science-based, kind training techniques.

Laura’s programs are designed to prevent unwanted behaviors before they start and help families recover harmony when challenges arise. Video tutorials are included with private lessons, and online Foundations courses are available for home learning. The team attends regular seminars and stays current with the latest in canine behavior science.

In addition to training, Laura offers board and train programs, agility instruction, and enrichment activities. She is also an AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy evaluator and has completed advanced workshops with renowned trainers like Susan Garrett and Bob Bailey.

Accomplishments

Laura Maulbetsch is a CPDT-KA certified trainer with over 20 years of experience. She is an AKC CGC and S.T.A.R. Puppy evaluator, Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI), and has completed advanced training with Susan Garrett, Bob Bailey, and others. She holds a Master of Music from the University of Michigan and has completed specialized courses in canine ethology, horse-human connection, and canine massage. Laura is a member of TAGteach and has trained her own dogs in agility and nosework.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a personalized introductory consultation to assess your dog’s behavior, discuss your goals, and receive step-by-step guidance for next steps. This session includes take-home lessons and sets the foundation for private lessons, group classes, or online courses.