Mid-Michigan K9 Academy

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Mid-Michigan K9 Academy Be the hero your dog deserves with our highly effective board & train programs with private lessons to transform your dogโ€™s behavior.

๐Ÿ›๐Ÿพ Grooming is back at Mid-Michigan K9 Academy!Weโ€™re now offering Saturday grooming appointments from 8 AMโ€“3 PM. Give yo...
10/22/2026

๐Ÿ›๐Ÿพ Grooming is back at Mid-Michigan K9 Academy!

Weโ€™re now offering Saturday grooming appointments from 8 AMโ€“3 PM. Give your pup a fresh start with a clean coat, tidy trim, and a little extra pampering. โœ‚๏ธโœจ

Spots are limited, so book early!

๐Ÿ“ž Call (989) 395-0290 to schedule your pupโ€™s grooming appointment.

Bath time is all about balance! ๐Ÿ›๐ŸพRegular bathing helps keep your dogโ€™s skin and coat clean and fresh, but bathing too o...
10/21/2026

Bath time is all about balance! ๐Ÿ›๐Ÿพ

Regular bathing helps keep your dogโ€™s skin and coat clean and fresh, but bathing too often can lead to dryness. For many dogs, every 4โ€“8 weeks is a good starting point depending on their coat, lifestyle, and individual needs. ๐Ÿถโœจ

Here's a more condense versionBetter walks start with good habits! ๐Ÿพ Here are six tips to help your pup master loose lea...
10/20/2026

Here's a more condense version

Better walks start with good habits! ๐Ÿพ Here are six tips to help your pup master loose leash walking:

๐Ÿ• Stop when they pull. Wait for the leash to loosen before moving forward so your pup learns that pulling doesnโ€™t get them where they want to go.

๐Ÿ  Start indoors. Practice somewhere with fewer distractions, then gradually work your way up to busier environments.

๐Ÿฆด Reward a loose leash. Use a clicker or say yes when thereโ€™s slack in the leash, then follow it with a tasty treat.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Keep them engaged. Talk to your pup during walks to help keep their attention on you instead of surrounding distractions.

๐Ÿ— Use higher-value rewards. As distractions increase, bring out more exciting treats like boiled chicken or hot dogs.

๐Ÿพ Make every walk count. Treat each walk as a training opportunity and consider other forms of exercise while your pup is still learning.

Stay patient, consistent, and celebrate the small wins. Happier walks are worth the practice! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’™

๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿพ No tricks, just treats and lots of tail wags!Our pups have officially entered their spooky season era, and we're here...
10/13/2026

๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿพ No tricks, just treats and lots of tail wags!

Our pups have officially entered their spooky season era, and we're here for every silly face, playful bark, and adorable moment! ๐Ÿฆ‡๐Ÿงก

The best treat you can give your furry friend? A fun-filled day with their daycare besties!
Book their next stay today: https://mid-michigank9academy.com/dog-boarding

Understanding your dogโ€™s threshold can make a big difference in how they respond to the world around them. ๐ŸพPay attentio...
09/29/2026

Understanding your dogโ€™s threshold can make a big difference in how they respond to the world around them. ๐Ÿพ

Pay attention to three key factors: intensity, distance, and duration. When a trigger becomes too overwhelming, creating more space, lowering the intensity, or shortening the interaction can help your dog stay calm, focused, and ready to learn. ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’›

Learning to recognize your dogโ€™s limits help build confidence, trust, and more positive experiences together!

๐Ÿง ๐Ÿพ Work their brain, not just their body!Enrichment can turn an everyday meal into a fun challenge for your pup. Instead...
09/25/2026

๐Ÿง ๐Ÿพ Work their brain, not just their body!

Enrichment can turn an everyday meal into a fun challenge for your pup. Instead of always serving breakfast or dinner in a bowl, try using an interactive toy, KONG, or snuffle mat to encourage sniffing, problem-solving, and mental stimulation while they eat. ๐Ÿถ

You can get creative with what you use, too!
Kibble, carrots, cheese, strawberries, peanut butter, and commercial treats are just a few options that can make enrichment extra rewarding. ๐Ÿฅ•๐Ÿ“๐Ÿง€

Every companion is different, so finding the right enrichment toy may take a little experimenting.
Have any ideas that you think other companion parents should know? share them with us in the comments:
What toy does your pup love most? ๐Ÿ‘‡

The best days are spent playing with friends! ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ Our daycare and boarding pups get plenty of opportunities to stay activ...
09/17/2026

The best days are spent playing with friends! ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ

Our daycare and boarding pups get plenty of opportunities to stay active, socialize, and enjoy supervised fun throughout their time with us.

Ready to join the fun?
Contact us to get started!

๐Ÿพ Stress & anxiety can show up in more ways than you might expect.Changes in behavior like excessive panting, pacing, hi...
09/16/2026

๐Ÿพ Stress & anxiety can show up in more ways than you might expect.

Changes in behavior like excessive panting, pacing, hiding, trembling, clinginess, changes in appetite, or unusual vocalizing can all be signs that your furry friend is feeling anxious or overwhelmed.

If your companion seems more stressed than usual, try to give them a calm, predictable environment and pay attention to what may be triggering the behavior.

If the changes are persistent, severe, or seem out of character, schedule an appointment with our Vet team so we can help rule out medical causes and talk through ways to keep your companion feeling more comfortable. ๐Ÿ’™

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2412 Midland Road
Saginaw, MI
48603

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