Dog Training

We are very excited that professional dog trainers are offering classes here at HSHV in our Education Center.
Michael Burkey, Jerry Koszednar, and Charlotte Perry are offering classes that range from puppy classes all the way to classes that prepare your dog to take the Canine Good Citizen test. We even offer fun classes to teach your dog tricks and games. You're sure to find something that fits you and your dog!
Information and details on all of the classes are listed below. If you have questions about registering for a class, please contact us at 734-661-3527 or
deb@hshv.org. If you have questions about what each class covers, please contact the trainer directly.
If you adopted your dog from the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) and take a Basic Manners or Head Start Puppy class at the shelter, you will receive a $10 OFF coupon at our "Paws to Shop" retail store.
The "HSHV Pit Pal" Drop-In Classes:
HSHV wants to celebrate your recent pit bull adoption and build a network of pit bull loving advocates. These sessions will help you maintain a positive, enriched relationship between you and your new best friend while becoming champions for the breed.
When: Saturdays from 10 to 11 am (dates listed below, please RSVP for each date you plan to attend)
Where: HSHV Education Center
Who: Anyone who has adopted a pit bull from HSHV
What: You must RSVP, the class size is limited!
Puppy Pre-School Classes:
For puppies 10 weeks to 6 months old
- Four sessions on Saturday mornings from 9:00am to 10:00pm
- The First meeting is without your dog!
Register for the Puppy Pre-School Class starting on May 25th
Week 1 - Do not bring your puppy (May 25)
Week 2 - Bring your puppy (June 1)
Week 3 - Bring your puppy (June 8)
Week 4 - Bring your puppy (June 15)
Adult Dog Training Classes:
June
Circus Class - (four weeks from 6:15 to 7:10 pm)
Tuesdays - June 4, 11, 18 & 25
Fiesty Fido - (four weeks from 8:15pm to 9:00pm)
Tuesdays - June 4, 11, 18 & 25
July
Therapy Dog Class - (four weeks from 6:15 to 7:10 pm)
Tuesdays - July 9, 16, 23 & 30
Basic Manners Dog Training - (four weeks from 7:15 to 8:10 pm)
Tuesdays - July 9, 16, 23 & 30
Feisty Fido Dog Training - (four weeks from 8:15 to 9:00 pm)
Tuesdays - July 9, 16, 23 & 30
About the Trainers

Michael Burkey & Dozer
Michael Burkey is a professional dog trainer and owner of MichiganDogTrainer.com, whose aim is to promote peaceful relationships between pets and families. He is a professional dog trainer and behaviorist; certified Canine Good Citizen (CGC) evaluator for the American Kennel Club (AKC), former Police K9 Handler, Search and Rescue (SAR) K9 Training Director and SAR K9 Handler, obedience and rally competitor and social worker. Additionally, he previously served as the Ethics Chairman for the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) for many years and currently volunteers his services as a Dog Behavior Consultant for the Humane Society of Huron Valley, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Jerry Koszednar with his dogs
Jerry is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) since 2001, a professional member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) since 1993, an evaluator of the AKC Canine Good Citizenship (CGC) test, and a member of the Ann Arbor Dog Training Club (AADTC) for 25 years. He has taught household manners classes with all breeds and ages of dogs for 20 years, and has chaired the Club training committee. As a Humane Society of Huron Valley volunteer, he has taught classes for newly adopted dogs. Jerry has always had rescue dogs, trained in obedience, agility, tracking, freestyle and tricks, and is currently participating with his labs in flyball.

Charlotte Perry with a shelter dog
Charlotte has over 20 years of extensive canine training and handling experience. She is currently a Canine Behavior Specialist here at the Humane Society of Huron Valley and manages training and enrichment programs for our most energetic dogs and puppies using methods based on national best practices. Charlotte’s dedication to canine well-being is an integral part of the various behavior programs at HSHV, many which she helped create since she began working with us 4 years ago. Charlotte’s bright optimism and patience will have you asking her to come home with you to train your family too!
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