Meadow & Mates Dog Training

04/07/2025

Trust me, the majority of dogs I see out and about at art fairs, festivals, and parties, DO NOT want to be there. Please let them skip the chaos.
Why? ⬇️

🎆 Fireworks Freak Them Out
The loud booms and flashing lights might be fun for us, but for dogs, they’re downright terrifying.

🔥 Crowds + Chaos = No Fun for Dogs
Hot pavement, loud music, strangers, and overstimulation? Most dogs would rather skip it.

🏡 Home is the Safest Place
They’re more comfortable in their own space. You can keep things calm with a fan, music, white noise machine and a cozy hideout.

Let them sit this one out 🐾

02/06/2025

🌈 Happy Pride Month!

At Meadow & Mates, we celebrate love, diversity, and the power of being your authentic self. Pride Month is a reminder that everyone deserves to feel seen, valued, and included — not just in June, but every day. We’re proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community and remain committed to creating a welcoming space where all are respected and embraced.

24/05/2025

Fresh, new logo for Meadow & Mates!

Designed by yours truly!

12/05/2025

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05/05/2025

❤️‍🔥Celebrating 2 Years of My Canine Enrichment Program!❤️‍🔥

This month marks the two-year anniversary of launching my Canine Enrichment Program—one of the projects I’m most proud of. It has deepened my commitment to canine welfare and strengthened my passion for helping dogs thrive in a very human-centered world. The program continues to evolve as I discover new, more effective ways to support both dogs and their people.

THANK YOU SO MUCH to my current clients, especially the ones that have been a part of this journey from the very beginning!!

Starting June 2025, I’ll be officially re-launching the program as my primary focus and core service. While I will continue to offer behavior consulting, I’ll be taking on a limited number of cases to dedicate more energy to expanding and enhancing the enrichment program.

Now accepting new clients for June 2025!

To inquire or join the waitlist, please visit my website: www.meadowandmates.com/enrichmentprogram

🌞SEE YOU THIS SUMMER! 🌞

Meadow & Mates Dog Training offers private in-home and virtual training.

09/07/2024

Did you know I'm not only a behavior consultant but also a Certified Canine Enrichment Technician? I launched a canine enrichment program over the last year that has been such a passion project for me ❤️‍🔥 The results I am seeing and hearing from clients is very heart-warming. When we take the time to learn more about our dogs and start to speak their language, is when doors start to open ❤️‍🔥

❤️‍🔥What is Meadow & Mates Canine Enrichment Program?
I offer in-home, one-on-one time with either your dog or your dog and you! Together, we will create a customized enrichment plan that caters to who your dog is as an individual and what they love to do! I bring along a kit of all kinds of enriching activities such as puzzle toys, flirt poles, obstacle course items, recyclables to shred, nosework games and more!

❤️‍🔥Why is enrichment so important to implement into my dog's routine?
Canine enrichment is incredibly important because it has a direct impact on a dog's overall happiness and well-being. Just like us, dogs thrive when they are mentally stimulated and have the opportunity to engage in activities that fulfill their natural instincts. By incorporating enrichment into a dog's daily routine, we can also help to prevent boredom, reduce stress and anxiety, and create a stronger bond.

❤️‍🔥What kind of activities do you offer?
Activities that cater to breed/species typical behaviors such as chasing, chewing, shredding, foraging, sniffing, digging, etc. I focus on letting your dog...dog. But! on items and environments where it's safe and acceptable to do so 😁

❤️‍🔥Yep, I'm in! Where can I sign up?
Head on over to my website and submit an inquiry! Link in bio! ⬆️

‼️Servicing in-home around Metro Detroit and virtual consults! In-home availability is now limited for Summer/Fall 2024! ‼️

Stay enriched ✌️

08/05/2024

I can't even begin to form the right amount of words on how grateful I am to have been introduced to the world of Kim Brophey. I want to shout and cry about how excited I am to bring this knowledge to my clients and how it's going to change the lives of so many dogs.

So happy and proud to be a part of this movement and to now call myself a Certified Family Dog Mediator!

We offer private, day, & virtual training to meet your needs. *PLEASE APPLY THROUGH WEBSITE 🐾

16/03/2024

March Favorites!

1. High Tail Hikes BioThane Long Lines: My go-to leashes each and every day! I currently have their 15 ft and 20 ft leashes. These leashes are made from biothane which are water-proof, anti-microbial (stinky/germ-free!) and easy to clean. Give your dog the ultimate sniffy walk with these long lines! Use my code "meadowandmates" for 10% off!

2. Bow Wow Labs Bully Stick Holder: I can confirm this holder, holds up against 100+ lb. excessive chewers. I love the piece of mind this holder gives me as it keeps the chew and last bit tightly secured.

3. Woof Pupsicle: This toy is long-lasting, durable, and a secure alternative to many other chew toys. It is also easy to clean and leaves less of a mess (it even has drool holes).

4. Recyclables!: A super cheap way to keep your dog enriched! Your cardboard recyclables allow your pup to engage in some natural behaviors like shredding and foraging.

Check out my website for more of my favorite products!

14/03/2024

"I need you to train my dog."
"My dog needs training."
"Do you think my dog is trainable?"

While a professional dog trainer can provide valuable guidance and expertise, it's essential for you to take an active role in your dog's training because you are the one who will be living with and interacting with your dog on a daily basis. Your involvement helps reinforce the training techniques, builds trust between you and your dog, and ensures consistency in behaviors across different situations and environments.

At the end of the day, it's you that takes the wheel. My goal is to empower you with the confidence and desire to keep with it.

Happy training ❤️🐾

04/03/2024

I know I speak for not only myself but for my force free, reward-based colleagues when I say, we are tired. We are tired of an unregulated industry where incompetency continues to rear it's ugly head. We are tired of undoing all the harm that has been done by trainers that continue to use outdated methods.

I'm a "crossover" trainer meaning I once used corrections, prong collars, shock collars, used language like "alpha" and "pack leader". I had zero credentials and my only education was learning "hands on". I was guided to believe that it was the only way and I knew no different. I am so thankful for those that educated me and brought me to the right side of training. I'm hoping one day, they will be too.

So, this is an effort to continue to educate dog owners of the importance of choosing a force free, positive trainer. Start to do more research and ask more questions of your potential trainer. Your dog's well being and future depends on it ❤️ Ok, rant over.

30/01/2024

I blame Disney.

Yes, dogs are capable of some incredible things but you can't expect more out of them than the amount of time your family is willing to put in to them. Otherwise, no, they won't be able to do your dry-cleaning or the dishes 😉

23/12/2023

Have a wonderful and safe holiday season! Remember to be gentle on yourselves as well as your dogs! Situations that you may view as mistakes are learning experiences that give us the gift to know better and do better in the future ❤️

Cheers to a new year full of strengthening your relationship with yourself and your dogs! ❤️🎄☃️