Category Archives: Remote Training Collar

Tips on remote collar training

Testimonial from professional dog trainer Bob Andres

“Today, I had the pleasure of attending Michael Burkey’s introductory dog training class for “Remote Manners.”  Michael’s skills as a canine instructor and communicator were evident in every aspect of his presentation. Michael presented Remote Training as it was meant … Continue reading

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Pros and cons of electronic confinement systems for dogs

Dog trainers are often asked if they recommend electronic confinement systems for dogs. You’re likely to receive one of two responses either pro or con depending upon the trainer’s background.  The trainers who align themselves with what they call “pure … Continue reading

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Testimonial – “Feels Like a Miracle”

Ginger, an Australian Shepherd mix came to Michigan Dog Trainer for a week board and train program due to her reactivity toward other dogs.  She had also been previously trained on an invisible fence system which caused her to stop … Continue reading

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Thoughts on “How to Find a Professional Dog Trainer”

Professional Dog Trainer Robin MacFarlane of That’s My Dog! in Dubuque, Iowa recently wrote an excellent blog post entitled, “How to Find a Professional Dog Trainer.”  She expanded on common suggestions that are found on the internet. It really is … Continue reading

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Dalmatian Learns to Relax and Play with Dogs

Mike,  I just wanted you to know, that you getting him (Keeper) in the collar (remote training collar), and showing me how to work with him and the collar, has allowed Keeper to do something healthy, and fun for him, … Continue reading

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Product Review – “Just Right!” DVDs

Robin MacFarlane, an internationally renown remote collar specialist, owner and Training Director of That’s My Dog!, and good friend of mine has produced two amazing dog training DVDs.  The name of the DVDs are: ”Just Right!, A Step-By-Step Guide to Remote … Continue reading

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Remote Collar Endorsement: No More Blood

Linda C. of Lincoln Park, Michigan shares her story of how her dog Lexie (before training with Michael Burkey, a Michigan Professional Dog Trainer) use to jump up to greet people and cause injuries.  Her sister had received bloody noses … Continue reading

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Border Collie Passes Therapy Dog Test

Maggie, a border collie mix and Shelly H. of Northville, Michigan recently completed in-home dog training and group classes.  They  not only earned their Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certificate but also recently passed their Therapy Dog Test.  Maggie and Shelly … Continue reading

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Rottweiler Becomes a Wonder Dog

Aja and Jack participated in In-Home Dog Training with Michael Burkey and submitted this testimonial to the Facebook page, “I Love My E-Collar and So Does My Dog.”  Thanks Aja and Jack, it’s been a pleasure working with you and … Continue reading

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I Love My E-Collar and So Does My Dog – New FB Page

Robin MacFarlane, an international remote collar training expert of That’s My Dog, Dubuque, Iowa has created a new Facebook page entitled, I LOVE MY E-COLLAR AND SO DOES MY DOG!  Dog owners can post stories on the Facebook page explaining how … Continue reading

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