dog trainer

Michigan Dog Training

1031 Cherry Street

Plymouth, Michigan 48170

MDT Staff

MICHAEL Burkey's CV (resume)

CEO and Dog Behaviorist

Michael specializes in helping high energy dogs and fearful aggressive dogs become ideal companions. Michael is a professional dog trainer and dog behaviorist who has been highlighted regularly on Channel 2, 4 and  7 News in Metro Detroit and has been the “On Set Dog Trainer” for movies and commercials.  He is an expert trial witness on dog behavior, Diabetic Alert Dog Trainer, Certified E-Collar Specialist, Certified Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator for the American Kennel Club (AKC), former Police K9 Officer, Search and Rescue (SAR) K9 Training Director and SAR K9 Handlerobedience and rally competitor and Social Worker.

MICHAEL Burkey
WENDY Burdt

WENDY Burdt

Office Manager

Wendy also currently works in the veterinary field and has done so for more than 20 years. She works to give her Rottweiler, Merlin a very spoiled life. She loves animals so much, she decided she wanted to work at MDT too!

KIM Smith

Service Consultant
Kim trained under Michael in MDT’s Dog Trainer Academy and did so well that upon completion she was hired as a Kennel Technician and later promoted to Assistant Dog Trainer. Currently, she is MDT’s Human Resource Manager and Service Technician ensuring the staff and facility operate efficiently for an awesome customer service experience. She is pictured with her dog Charlie.
KIM Smith
CARI Moore

CARI Moore

Lead Dog Trainer

Cari has a Pitbull Mastiff mix at home named Bear. She states, “I have spent my entire life with dogs, never going a single day without. Dogs have been my passion for as long as I can remember. I find it rewarding to see how much a dog can learn and the bond that is created.

In my off time, I love to be outdoors, traveling, or spending time with my niece, all of which I do with Bear.”

 

ALYSSA Nelson

Assistant Dog Trainer

Alyssa can’t imagine working where animals weren’t involved. She says getting to see all the dogs at MDT is always a highlight to her day. When not at work, she loves to play with her gerbil George, go hiking, rollerblade and explore all that nature has to offer.

ALYSSA Nelson
SYDNEY Page

SYDNEY Page

Dog Trainer

When Sydney’s not working, she is at school learning all sorts of new things. She especially enjoys studying psychology.

She loves being able to see how far the doggies can progress with training and how happy they can get, especially when playing!

Dogs have taught her the infinite amounts of love they share. No matter what kind of day you’re having, doggie friends will ensure to make it better! She has a mix breed dog named Milo.

AARON Burkey

Assistant Dog Trainer

Aaron has a beagle mix named Marley. He says, I have been around dogs my whole life which inspired me to work with dogs.” He has helped his Uncle Michael (Burkey) train dogs since he was a little guy. He likes to be outside and spend time with his friends. He further says, “Dogs have taught me to see the world in different ways.” He was a High School Football and Track athlete.

AARON Burkey
LINDSEY Blake

LINDSEY Blake

Dog Trainer

Lindsey says, “I spent a great portion of my childhood believing I was part dog. I felt like dogs could read my mind.” Thus, she has always had an overwhelming love for dogs. She has a great Pyrenees at home and loves being able to come to work and spend time with all the dogs at MDT.

BRE Ritter

Office Manager/Assistant Dog Trainer
Bre has had dogs all her life and used to volunteer at an animal shelter. She is a graduate of Alma College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and has prior work experience in customer service. Her experience uniquely prepared her to assist our clients efficiently, professionally and with a joyful personal touch. Bre wants you to know; “After graduation, I applied to Michigan Dog Training and learned what it meant to enjoy your job! I get to do all the organizing in the administration office and play with dogs as well, it’s the perfect job for me!”
BRE Ritter
DYLAN Poster

DYLAN Poster

Assistant Dog Trainer

Dylan has a Frenchie named Brody at home, who inspired him to work with dogs when not in school. Dylan also likes to spend time with friends and family. He says, “Working with dogs showed me how special the bond between a dog and their family can be.”

Dylan was also a high school football athlete.

BRITTANY Collins

Assistant Dog Trainer
Brittany joined the MDT Team with great experience after having been a Shift Lead at a Dog Day Care Center and a Pet Store Manager. We love her upbeat attitude toward the dogs, clients and colleagues. Her smile is infectious!
BRITTANY Collins