In-Home
In-Home
Science based, force free dog training for dogs of all breeds and puppies of any age! Training methodologies are based on positive reinforcement and proper leadership.
This isn’t just training for your dog, but tools their humans need to strengthen their relationships and maintain a lifetime of good behavior.
After all, you are the one that will be co-existing with them for many years to come.
Let’s work together to give you and your dog the best life together!
IN HOME · GROUP CLASSES · ONLINE TRAINING
Dog training in the Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area.
The Grand Rapids community voted Playing Fur Keeps the Best Dog Trainer in 2024 and we’re so excited that we’re howling about it!
“I give a genuine thank you to all of those that have supported through both referrals and voting…. y’all are the real MVPs. I would not have the reputation that I do if it were not for your dedication to, and trust in my programs!”
– Casey
“I highly recommend her private in home training sessions! You can tell Casey loves what she does and understands how to handle any situation!!” – Teresa A., Harley’s Mom
“I highly recommend her private in home training sessions! You can tell Casey loves what she does and understands how to handle any situation!!” – Teresa A., Miss Harley’s Mom
“I highly recommend her private in home training sessions! You can tell Casey loves what she does and understands how to handle any situation!!” – Teresa A., Miss Harley’s Mom
After years of fostering rescue dogs and volunteering in local shelters, I one day decided that I COULD do more and I WOULD do more!
I could no longer sit back and continue to watch great dogs needlessly suffer through the pain of abandonment.
Over 3 million dogs enter shelters each year in the US alone. The #1 reason for owner surrenders? Behavioral issues. Many of which can be corrected through owner dedication and basic training.
So, I set out on a two-and-a-half-year journey, in which I gained certificates from Animal Behavioral college in 7 different areas.
In 2016, I took the leap and began building my business, with 1 main goal in mind — providing affordable and effective training to my community, in hopes of keeping more dogs out of our area shelters.
That goal will never change!
I’m happy to answer your questions, get you on my schedule or help you sign up for my online services.
While basic commands are great, a solid foundation goes far beyond the essentials.
Playing Fur Keeps weaves so much more into our approach to training your dog, with a focus on skills you can build to create a lifetime of happy co-existence with your pup!
Two of those core elements are leadership and impulse control, which we focus on continually throughout training sessions.
Pack Leadership
Contrary to past beliefs, you do not need to be louder and stronger to be a pack leader. There are endless ways in which you can earn your dog’s respect without fear and pain. Let’s boost your dog’s confidence, not break it.
Impulse Control
Teaching your dog how to control its impulses is essential to good behavior. We help your dog understand what it means to wait for a command and also knowing when its okay to let loose, and when to keep things cool.
ABC Certified Dog Trainers understand how to teach new behaviors through luring, shaping, capturing or molding and have mastered the behavioral principles of operant conditioning.
We have studied positive reinforcement dog training techniques as our primary training tool, which allows your dog to learn the desired behaviors while keeping that unique spark that makes your dog so special to you.
“KC has a magical way with animals. Consistent and firm but loving.”
– Sue B.
“KC has a magical way with animals. Consistent and firm but loving.”
– Sue B.
From 6-week, in-your-house dog training packages to summer group sessions at Riverside Park, personalized training programs and even special training for a new baby or dealing with trigger-based reactions, count on Casey to give you and your adult dog just what you need to succeed!
We love puppies as much as you do! And we know just how to get them to start getting the hang of what it takes to be a good dog, and build the right foundation for a lifetime of great behavior. Our 6-week, in-your-house puppy training package covers the basics and more.
From personalized online training programs to doggie massage (your aging dog will love this) and more, Playing Fur Keeps can help you and your dog in so many different ways. Plus, we offer weekly insights from professional trainers, tips and tricks and more for our members.
“Very knowledgeable, kind and professional. She taught me as much as she taught the dog to set us up for success later down the road. I recommend her highly!” – Ky B.
“We have a dog with severe anxiety due to trauma. Casey helped her come out of her shell and she is happier and more playful than ever. We’re so grateful we found Casey!” – Candis O.
“We had an exceptional experience. I was able not only to teach my dog all the basic commands, but also to work on problematic puppy behaviors.” – Andrea G.
(and they want to show you how they learned to be paw-fectly well behaved)
In-home dog and puppy training in your home in the Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area, including…
Ada, Allendale, Caledonia, Cascade, Coopersville, Grand Rapids, Hudsonville, Jenison, Kentwood, Rockford, Sparta, Walker, Wyoming and everywhere in between!
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