Ozark Canine Academy

My little shelter Pittie is the most people loving, excitable, fun girl! She is awesome to go on adventures with. However, she would get too excitable- jumping on everyone to say hello, aggression towards other dogs, chewing up everything. I tried my sort of training, for eeehemmm.... six months... Finally, I realized that I needed help. It was a big deal for me to leave my dog for almost a month, but I am so glad I did. She listens!! She doesn't jump on anyone. She ignores, or wags her tail at other dogs.. I feel confident bringing her almost anywhere. There is just such an immense difference, and our whole family is happier for it. I'm so glad I brought my Pittie here. She is now the well trained dog that I always wanted! Thank you Mike and Family, and Jessica!

We brought our Malinois X's to Mike for training. We chose him because he was honest and up front about his services and about everyone's expectations. Mike took so much time out of his days to explain things and help us learn what may or may not work with our dogs. After being there with him for a week, he called and explained that he didn't think it was going to work out and he ended up not cashing our check for training them. He didn't take any money for his time and effort and honestly explained what the issues were with them. I'm sad it didn't work out, but grateful that Mike is the real deal and will tell his customers the truth, without robbing them. Thanks, Mike for your honesty. This comment is long overdue and I just want to apologize for not posting this sooner. If you are lo

This is a review that is long overdue. We took our very anxious english cream golden retriever to Ozark Canine in the fall of 2023 at about 6 months of age and Birdie came back more confident and well behaved than we could have ever imagined. Mike does great work with these dogs and we would recommend him to anyone.

I've wanted a Doberman as long as I can remember. Despite my genuine efforts, at 7 months old, I had a rude, manipulative, insatiable adolescent upon my hands who was quite literally running my life and me ragged trying to keep up with her mischief. Disappointed with the professional training options I found within a 3 hour radius, I pushed my search area just a little further and was blessed to find Mike. He's on a different level than any other trainer I spoke to and the training environment he offers is in a class of its own. Mike instilled good manners, a system by which I can communicate clearly with my pup, and an ability in her to just be calm in the house. Upon returning home, I was watching the client videos with my pup and she absolutely lit up when she heard Mike's voice! Withou

Mike is the real deal when it comes to dog training…it’s amazing to watch him interact with the dogs. Not only is he super fun to work with, he really cares and puts the time & effort to help your pup get the most out the experience. I’d 120% recommend if you’re looking to give your dog the best quality of life since his training is unbeatable and the investment is way worth it. Our Darla came back her goofy & loving self, but can now make good choices. It’s incredible to see. We cannot thank you enough, Mike!!!