Family Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Does your dog need to learn how to behave, greet people politely, and walk nicely on a leash? Did you just adopt a dog or puppy and need help with house training? We can help!
Therapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Therapy dogs help people feel better while they're in the hospital, sit with children learning to read, and provide comfort to the elderly at retirement homes. Click below to learn more.
Service Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Group Dog Training Courses
Service dogs provide assistance to people with medical issues. We teach dogs to help you with your anxiety and/or PTSD. Learn more about service dog training by clicking the red button below.
Group Dog Training Courses
Group Dog Training Courses
Group Dog Training Courses
Group courses are each 6-weeks and cost $150 (plus online payment processing fee). We make training fun in our Level One Obedience, Level Two Obedience, AKC STAR Puppy, and AKC Canine Good Citizen courses.
ESA Evaluation
Group Dog Training Courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Emotional Support Animals, or ESAs, are pets that provide comfort to their owner. While they don't have public access rights like service dogs, they do have housing rights. We evaluate dogs to assess their suitability for this important job.
Frequently Asked Questions
Group Dog Training Courses
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications do I need for my service dog or ESA? What is the difference between a therapy dog and service dog? Why doesn't a service dog get certified? Get all your questions answered here!
Client Testimonials
Shy Shiba Inu
Michelle's expertise and kind approach to training are just right for us. Looking forward to future sessions for Buddy (and us). - Skip, Buddy's dad
Excited Catahoula puppy
Sorcha is amazing. I took my 3 month Catahoula Leopard here for two classes and she is amazing. She is very hands on and keeps the classes small (4) so she can teach and help everyone. I highly recommend this place if you are looking to train your dog in obedience or therapy training. - Laura Butler
Rhodesian ridgeback with aggression issues
If you need help with your pup, put these folks on your speed dial. Excellent service with marvelous results. Michelle Dunlap helped me with our 125-pound Rhodesian ridgeback and that was no small feat! - Christine Zamora
Adopted dog to work as a service dog
Need personalized dog training in Gainesville? Look no further for rescues, champions, and service dogs! Michelle has your family covered. She found and helped my dog, Brahma. - S. Young, Army Veteran
Rescued dog now working service dog
Michelle evaluated and picked my dog, Wendy, from a group of rescued dogs. We meet regularly for service dog training through Service Dogs for Patriots. Wendy is the best dog I've ever had. She helps me every day and I can't imagine life without her. - F. Wilcox, Army Veteran
Veterinarian and clinic owner
Michelle was a great help when we needed to get tips on how to introduce dogs to each other. At West End Animal Hospital, we frequently help people let their current dogs meet potential new adoptees, as well as help them learn to meet new dogs at dog park and events. Michelle gave us excellent advice on how to help our clients. We learned that a lot of what we thought we knew was wrong, and the right way makes things a lot easier. - Dr. Cottrell
Adopted a puppy for the family
I highly recommend Michelle! She works so good with my dogs, they just love her! She has such great methods that work so well with my dogs. I go to her anytime I need additional help, even if it's more for my help than my dogs! - Alison Kinney
Vet tech, pet sitter, owner of champion show dogs
Michelle Dunlap is experienced, patient, and a great dog trainer! - Susie Keel