Basics and Beyond Dog Academy

Introduction: Mike and Hillary Stopera each have over 25 years of experience in both obedience training and behavior modification. We offer private classes at our location or in-home sessions in Obedience (all levels) and Behavior Modification, to correct any problems you may be experiencing. Also offering Therapy Dog Prep class. Mike is a certified AKC CGC evaluator. Our methods are based on positive re-enforcement and operant conditioning. Mike and Hillary not only work with clients and their dogs in obedience or correcting unwanted behaviors, but explain to their clients how the dog thinks and learns in order to give owners a better understanding of their dog. Mike and Hillary understand rescue/shelter dogs and the special needs/problems owners can encounter with these dogs, having three rescues of their own. Basics & Beyond Dog Academy believes that every client and their dog should get the individual attention they deserve. Basics & Beyond Dog Academy is veterinarian recommended. Mike and Hillary look forward to working with you and your dog towards that "Good Dog" we know is possible! We serve Cuyahoga, Medina, Summit, Lorain, and Geauga Counties.