Meet your trainer

Deb Monroe is a CPDT-KA, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT), A certified instructor through the Michigan Humane Society, a member of Truly Dog-Friendly Trainers, and a supporter of the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) the association for force-free pet industry professionals.
Deb has a passion for rescues (lovingly referred to as "second chance pets") and especially enjoys helping families welcome a new puppy into their homes.  First time pet owners and those that haven't had a pet in awhile - you are in great hands!

Neko (Mr. Neks) was a rescue pup from the Michigan Humane Society who found Deb while she led an team of trainers doing after hours in-shelter training.  Neks did not appear to be suffering from anything other than some time on the streets of Pontiac and a stint in the shelter environment. At about 8 - 9 months old he started to develop deficits in his gait and weakness in his appendages. After consultation with many specialists including a neurologist it was determined Neks had "dying back syndrome" a condition that is very rare in young dogs and no real timeline for his health to rely on. Neks continued to beat the odds dealt him with mobility support of his Walkin' Wheels.

With sadness I must share:

Neko lost his battle with the neurological condition and passed away peacefully at home in November 2021.