Dog’s Eye View Training

Dog’s Eye View Training offers a variety of programs designed to build strong communication and relationships between dogs and owners. Their philosophy centers on teaching “The Communication,” a set of four distinct sounds (“Yes,” “Good,” “Ah-ah,” “No”) used to guide dogs in any situation, alongside establishing solid home structure and routines.

Their online offerings include the free Foundation Mini-Course, which teaches how dogs learn and communicate, and how to set up daily routines for success. The Basics Course is a five-week online program that builds on this foundation, teaching basic obedience exercises and how to apply “The Communication” to real-life skills like loose leash walking and polite greetings.

For in-person training, they offer Board & Train, where dogs stay in the trainers’ home for a minimum of three weeks for intensive immersion, followed by private lessons for the owner. Day Train is a hybrid program where dogs train with the pros four days a week for four weeks and return home each night, also including private lessons. In-Home Private Lessons provide one-on-one instruction at the client’s home or the trainers’ facility, focusing on teaching the owner how to train their dog. Virtual Coaching follows the same format as private lessons but is conducted remotely via their online portal, suitable for non-local clients. All programs include access to the DEV Online Basics Course and lifetime support.

Pricing Summary

The free Foundation Mini-Course is available. The Basics Course is $250 and bundles with the Foundation Mini-Course and access to the DEV Online Client Community.
Board & Train base program is $3,000, with add-on weeks at $1,000 per week, each including one lesson. A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required, with the remainder split between the first and last day of the pup’s stay.
Day Train is $3,000 for the base program, with add-on weeks at $1,000 per week, each including one lesson.
In Home Private Lessons base program is $750 for five lessons. Additional lessons are $125 for one, $350 for a 3-pack, and $550 for a 5-pack. Payment plans are not available for private lesson packages.
Virtual Coaching base program is $750 for five sessions. Additional sessions are $125 for one, $350 for a 3-pack, and $550 for a 5-pack.
The initial Consultation is $100 a la carte, which is applied towards any training package chosen within one month of the consult. Clients can also pay as they go by starting with the Basics Course and adding individual private lessons if needed.

Policies

Dog’s Eye View Training does not guarantee specific results, as success depends on the owner’s commitment and effort in applying the training. They emphasize that there are no magical solutions and that consistent work is required.
They guarantee ongoing support to clients, acting as teachers, coaches, and cheerleaders throughout the training journey. For the Board & Train program, a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required, with the remaining balance split between the first and last day of the dog’s stay. Payment splitting is not available for Private Lesson packages.

Dog’s Eye View Training is a dog training business owned and operated by Corey and Kate Welch, a husband-and-wife team who are passionate about helping dogs and their people. They are based in Oxford, Michigan, and serve the Detroit Metro Area, but also offer virtual coaching globally.

They provide various dog training programs, including online courses, in-home private lessons, board & train, and day train. Their unique approach focuses on establishing clear communication between owners and their dogs using “The Communication,” a system of four distinct sounds, and emphasizing the importance of solid home structure and routines.

Clients benefit from unlimited lifetime support via phone, text, or email, and gain lifetime access to their exclusive DEV Online Client Community. This community offers training tips, monthly Live Chats, and free weekly group practices, fostering a supportive environment for dog owners. Their mission is to strengthen bonds, develop clear communication, and create balanced, peaceful homes, even for dogs with severe behavioral challenges like reactivity, resource guarding, and aggression.

Accomplishments

Corey Welch, the Head Trainer, has dedicated his life to canine behavior. He spent about a year learning from a mentor in Los Angeles specializing in intense behavior modification, followed by seven years working for a local dog training company in Arizona, refining his skills with severe behavioral challenges.
Kate Welch, co-owner, graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2012 with a photography degree and a minor in business. She gained experience in recruiting for a healthcare system and staffing for Kelly Services, and later served as Volunteer & Events Manager for the Arizona Animal Welfare League. She joined Corey full-time in Dog’s Eye View in December 2019.

How to Get Started!

To begin training with Dog’s Eye View, clients follow a five-step process. First, they are encouraged to get to know the trainers and their philosophy by reviewing the “About Us,” “Our Philosophy,” and “In Person Training Options” pages, and watching their YouTube Channel.
Next, clients must fill out a New Client Survey to provide an overview of their dog’s current behavior and training goals. This survey directs them to pre-pay and schedule their initial Consultation online.
Before the consultation, clients are required to watch the 1 hour & 45 minute online Foundation Mini-Course, which covers how dogs learn and communicate, and how to establish structure at home. Finally, during the Consultation, the trainers answer questions, evaluate the dog, help decide on a training plan, and schedule the first lesson or program start date. Clients are then granted access to the Basics Course to begin training immediately.