Sun Dog Training Facility Inc

Sun Dog Training Facility offers a range of programs designed for dogs of all ages and breeds. The In Home Puppy Foundation Seminar is for puppies aged 6 to 16 weeks, lasting approximately 1.5 hours, covering topics such as house breaking, biting, chewing, jumping, barking, feeding, and appropriate training timetables.

The core obedience curriculum includes a 9 a.m. Basic Obedience Class, a three-week course for dogs 14 weeks and older, focusing on formal on-leash obedience like walking correctly, auto-sit, stay, and recall. This is followed by a 2 p.m. Intermediate Obedience Class, a three-week course that refines basic training and introduces Sit/Down/Sit, Distance Work, and Off Leash Walking. The 3 p.m. Advanced Obedience Class, also a three-week course, builds on previous levels with advanced Distance Work, food refusal, and correct finish to heel, qualifying participants for the 10 a.m. $10.00 Dog Program.

House Calls are available by appointment to address specific behavior issues not covered in group classes, such as jumping, biting, or fighting with other dogs, and private obedience lessons can also be conducted in the client’s home. Additionally, Sun Dog hosts A.S.D.A. Competitions, which are American Street Dog Association events designed to test a dog’s training and handler’s ability in public settings, with Beginner (Sleeve) and Advanced (Suit) classes.

Pricing Summary

Puppy Foundation Seminars are offered in-home, with pricing available upon calling. Basic Obedience is a three-week course priced at $150.00. Intermediate Obedience and Advanced Obedience classes are both three-week courses, each costing $125.00.

There is also a 10 a.m. Dog Obedience Class, currently $5.00 per dog, which will increase to $10.00 per dog starting January 1, 2025, and is available only to clients who meet specific program requirements. House Calls for behavior issues and private obedience lessons are by appointment only, with pricing not specified. A.S.D.A. Competitions have an entry fee of $100.00 per dog, plus a $10.00 per team registration fee.

Sun Dog Training Facility Inc. is a full-time, full-service dog training facility located in Bruce Township, MI, dedicated to the training and education of dogs and their owners. The owner, Jerry Kaminski, has been providing training in Southeast Michigan since 1995 and has over 54 years of experience working with and studying dogs.

He has developed the “Sun Dog System,” a unique approach based on his extensive experience, which he states has led to unparalleled success in training, behavior modification, and dog handling. Sun Dog offers a variety of programs for dogs of all ages and breeds, including group classes, private lessons, and in-home seminars.

Beyond regular training, Sun Dog also hosts American Street Dog Association (A.S.D.A.) Competitions, providing an opportunity for owners to test their dog’s training and handling skills in public settings.

Accomplishments

The owner, Jerry Kaminski, has over 54 years of experience working with and studying dogs, having started in the early 1960s. He has developed a proprietary “Sun Dog System” for training, behavior modification, and dog handling, which he credits with unparalleled success.

Sun Dog Training Facility Inc. has been providing training services since 1995 and prides itself on offering the best training available in Southeast Michigan. The facility also hosts and participates in American Street Dog Association (A.S.D.A.) Competitions, with mentions of clients achieving A.S.D.A. Bronze Star Obedience Titles and Southeast Regional High Points in Obedience and Bite categories.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients can call (810) 798-2474 to set up an in-home appointment for Puppy Foundation Seminars or House Calls for behavior issues and private lessons. For Basic Obedience classes, pre-registration is required, and clients can either call the same number or use the registration form available on the Training Calendar page.

Clients interested in Intermediate or Advanced Obedience classes also need to pre-register by calling (810) 798-2474 for more information. Upon registration for classes, clients will receive a confirmation via email or text.