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Barkology Dog Training

Training Dogs, Teaching Humans, Stressing Less, Enjoying your dog More!

Based in Huntington Woods, MI. Servicing the greater Detroit & surrounding areas.

Berkley | Oak Park | Royal Oak | Troy | Beverly Hills | Birmingham | Bloomfield Hills | Troy | Madison Heights | Southfield | Oakland County

Give us a call if you don't see your location listed!

Tell us about your dog!

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    IN-HOME TRAINING

    Private training in the comfort of your own home! Serving all of the Metro Detroit Area.

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    PERSONALIZED PLANS

    Unique training plans tailored specifically for you, your dog, your lifestyle, and your training goals!

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    FUN, FAST & EFFECTIVE

    Our goal is to make training a positive and stress-free experience for both you and your dog!

IS YOUR DOG GIVING YOU A HARD TIME?

Is your dog constantly ignoring you? Are they causing chaos in the house? Are they dragging you down the street and embarrassing you in front of all your neighbors?

This probably wasn’t what you had in mind when you dreamed of getting a dog. Imagine a life where your dog actually listens to you, is a well-behaved companion at home, and doesn’t pull your arm off during walks.

No need to stress! We can help make this your new reality!

Book a free consultation

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Client Testimonials

Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our clients say:

  • Happy Dog mom and dad pose with their bernese mountain dog with his graduation certificate

    "We had such a great experience working on some behavioral issues our dog had with Nick and Em... Our only regret is NOT starting training sooner! You won’t regret it."

    Matthew Hartzler

  • a woman poses with her mini aussie and their dog training graduation certificate

    "They worked to build her confidence and comfort in a variety of situations... I highly recommend them to work with your dogs!!!"

    Gloria Olson

  • a west highland terrier sits and smiles next to their puppy training graduation certificate

    "It's obvious they love their work. And they do an excellent job... If you're looking for reliable, excellent trainers for your dog, these are the people to contact."

    Jim Cord

  • a mixed breed brown dog with tan eyebrows sits and smiles at the camera

    "Barkology is great! They are professional, engaged, fun to work with, and don't leave a job half done. 10/10 would recommend."

    Yiren Lu

  • a woman poses with her dog and their dog training certificate of completion

    “I highly recommend Barkology Dog Training! Em and Nick were so patient with us, humans and canine alike. The transformation has been a joy to see, and we are forever grateful for Em and Nick for not giving up on us or Jade!”

    Heather Sunken

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    "Sunshine has performed so well. I wasn’t sure I could perform but we are a great team together. We will always love Em Muench"

    Sue Johnston

Training Programs

We understand that every dog and owner has unique needs. That’s why we offer a variety of programs. Whether you prefer us to work directly with your dog or have us work with both you and your pup, we’ve got you covered. 

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For all puppies between 8 weeks and 6 months 

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For all breeds, ages, abilities, and situations

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For fun or for trials

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Contact Us

Interested in working together? Tell us about your dog and we will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!

FAQs

    • Berkley

    • Huntington Woods

    • Royal Oak

    • Pleasant Ridge

    • Lathrup Village

    • Southfield

    • Clawson

    • Ferndale

    • Oak Park

    • Troy

    • Rochester Hills

    • Rochester

    • Sterling Heights

    • Birmingham

    • Beverly Hills

    • Bloomfield Hills

    • and surrounding areas

  • At Barkology Dog Training, we offer customized dog training programs to meet your dog’s unique needs. Our services include:

    • Puppy Training – Start your puppy off right with potty training, socialization, crate training, and basic obedience.

    • Dog Training – We help adult dogs learn new skills or improve existing ones with personalized training for manners, leash walking, confidence building, and behavior challenges like reactivity, barking, or anxiety.

    • Basic Manners & Obedience Training – Teach essential skills like sit, stay, come, and polite greetings.

    • Leash Manners & Loose Leash Walking – Put an end to pulling and enjoy more relaxed walks.

    • Advanced Obedience & Skills – Build on your dog’s training with reliable off-leash control and focus in distracting environments.

    • Behavior Modification – We address common behavior issues such as reactivity, anxiety, barking, and jumping.

    • Scent Work Training – Whether just for fun or to prepare for scent work trials, this engaging activity taps into your dog’s natural sniffing instincts while building focus, confidence, and enrichment.

    Whether you're working with a brand-new puppy or an adult dog struggling with behavior challenges, we offer several flexible training options:

    • In-Home Private Dog Training

    • Day Training Programs

    • Private Lessons

    • Online Virtual Dog Training

    We’re here to help you and your dog build real-life skills, confidence, and a stronger bond—right from the comfort of your home or anywhere you need support.

  • At Barkology, we specialize in positive reinforcement dog training that builds trust, strengthens your bond, and makes learning fun for your dog. We use reward-based methods that are humane, effective, and tailored to your dog’s individual personality, breed, and learning style.

    We follow a fear-free approach, prioritizing your dog’s emotional wellbeing every step of the way. This means we do not use aversive tools such as prong collars, choke chains, or shock collars. Instead, we focus on clear communication, consistency, and positive motivation—helping your dog feel safe, confident, and eager to participate in training.

    By creating a safe, supportive environment, we not only address unwanted behaviors but also teach your dog skills that last a lifetime—resulting in a happy, well-mannered companion.

  • I’m a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA), which means I’ve passed a rigorous exam and met industry standards for knowledge, skills, and ethics in dog training. But certification is just the beginning—I also complete ongoing continuing education to stay up to date with the latest in science-based, humane training methods.

    I’m committed to using positive reinforcement and force-free techniques that build trust, communication, and real-world skills. My goal is to not only help you train your dog but also to help you understand them better—so you can build a strong, lasting bond.

    Learn more about Em