Mad 4 My Dog

Mad 4 My Dog offers structured training programs including Basic Foundation, Intermediate Foundation, Advanced with Therapy Prep, and the Connection, Cooperation & Control (CCC) program. Classes are held weekly in group settings at their facility, with options for private sessions and online learning. Specialized workshops focus on leash pulling, recall, reactivity, barking, puppy socialization, and parent prep for families with babies. Therapy and service dog evaluations and training are available. Programs include class notes for ongoing reference and are designed to build lifelong communication skills between dogs and owners.

Pricing Summary

Training packages include group classes with multi-session punch cards (buy 5, get 1 free) at $75 per session for workshops. Basic, intermediate, and advanced classes are offered with enrollment via DogBizPro. Retail items such as sweaters and outerwear are discounted during sales. Pricing for private sessions, daycare, grooming, and pet sitting is available upon request or through their enrollment system.

Policies

Dogs must be vaccinated with Rabies and Distemper/Parvo combination vaccines before attending classes; Bordetella is recommended. Proof of vaccination must be provided before or on the first day of class. Scanned copies are accepted. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website.

Mad 4 My Dog is a dog training and pet services business founded in 2004 by Madalyn McKenney, a certified professional dog trainer with over 25 years of experience. They offer positive, dog-friendly training programs designed to improve communication between dogs and their owners using reward-based methods, avoiding pain or fear-based techniques. Services include group training classes, private sessions, online academy courses, therapy and service dog training, puppy preschool, reactive dog training, and specialized workshops. In addition to training, they provide grooming, bathing, self-service dog wash, daycare, pet sitting, retail sales of pet supplies, and play date spaces. The business is insured, recommended by veterinarians and shelters, and has won small business excellence awards. Their approach emphasizes understanding canine behavior and building strong human-dog relationships through mutual respect and clear communication.

They cater to all dog ages and sizes, with programs tailored for puppies, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Their training philosophy aligns with the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior’s guidelines, rejecting dominance-based methods. Clients can access in-person, facility-based, and online training options, with flexible scheduling across weekdays and weekends.

The facility includes a retail shop offering dog clothing, gear, and supplies, and they host community events like birthday parties and play dates. Madalyn’s personal experience raising multiple dog breeds alongside her teenage children adds relatability for families navigating complex dog behaviors.

Mad 4 My Dog is committed to humane, science-based training and has built a trusted community of pet owners in Bloomington, Indiana.

Accomplishments

Madalyn McKenney is a CPDT-KSA certified trainer since 2012 and has been a professional dog trainer since 1995. She holds a BA in Psychology and an Area Certificate in Animal Behavior from Indiana University. She is a Mentor Trainer for Animal Behavior College and a Cooperative Paws Service Dog Coach. Mad 4 My Dog has won awards for excellence in small business from the Small Business Development Center of Southern Indiana and the Ellettsville Chamber of Commerce. The business has been insured and operating since 2004.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can enroll in classes or schedule private sessions through the enrollment page. New clients are encouraged to review class offerings, check the calendar for upcoming sessions, and contact the business via email or phone to determine the best training path for their dog. Vaccination records must be submitted prior to participation in any group program.