Four Legged Rascals

Four Legged Rascals offers three levels of group obedience training: Basic (sit, down, recall, leash walking), Intermediate (polite greeting, stop, drop at a distance), and Graduate (focused heeling, long-distance stays, off-leash work). Classes are held weekly for 5 weeks at the 4 Paws Community Center and Friends of Michigan Animals Rescue. In-home training includes an initial assessment and customized sessions targeting specific behavior issues. Specialized seminars include scent work. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement and real-life application. CGC testing is offered at the end of Intermediate classes.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $175 for basic and intermediate (5 weeks, 1 hour/week), with a $10 discount for prior students. Graduate level is $165. Scent work is $75 for 2 classes. In-home training is $125 for one session, $245 for two, $360 for three, and $115 per session after three. AKC CGC testing is $35, with a $5 discount for intermediate class graduates. A frequent trainer deal offers $100 for retaking classes after completing 3 full sessions.

Policies

Prepayment guarantees a spot in group classes. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated. In-home training availability varies by instructor schedule. For group classes, registration requires prepayment and is non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

Four Legged Rascals is a dog training business based in Bloomfield Hills, MI, offering group classes, in-home training, and AKC Canine Good Citizen testing. Founded by Bonnie Braund, the business provides training for dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors, with programs ranging from basic obedience to advanced skills like recall, leash walking, and behavior modification for fearfulness, barking, chewing, and separation anxiety. Their group classes are held at the 4 Paws Community Center and Friends of Michigan Animals Rescue, with small class sizes (6-7 dogs) to ensure personalized attention. In-home training is available for dogs that perform better in familiar environments, and sessions are tailored to individual needs. Trainers are certified by the Michigan Humane Society and AKC, with expertise in positive reinforcement and behavior modification. They also offer specialized seminars in scent work and advanced obedience, and provide discounts for repeat students. The business emphasizes building trust between owners and dogs through clear communication and leadership exercises.

Their trainers have decades of combined experience, with backgrounds in shelter work, foster care, and behavior consultation. They support both dogs and cats, and offer CGC testing for therapy dog preparation. Clients praise the personalized attention, patience of trainers, and measurable progress in their dogs’ behavior.

Four Legged Rascals serves Oakland County, western Macomb County, Wayne County, and Washtenaw County, with training locations in Bloomfield Hills and Belleville.

Accomplishments

Founder Bonnie Braund holds a B.S. in Zoology from Michigan State University with an emphasis in Animal Behavior, is a certified Canine Good Citizen evaluator, and has trained since 2001. She previously led the behavior and training department at Michigan Humane Society. Trainer Deb Chambers is an AKC CGC evaluator with over 20 years of experience. Mary Honeyman has trained since 1998 and completed 15 units at the International Dog Trainer’s Summit. Melissa Perez is an AKC CGC evaluator with multiple AKC titles in nose work and trick dog sports.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can call (248) 515-4879 to register for group classes or schedule in-home training. For Wayne County and Washtenaw County, contact Deb Chambers at (734) 449-4513 or email earthygirl003@yahoo.com. Group classes require prepayment to secure a spot. In-home training begins with an assessment to create a customized plan.