Get to Know the Dedicated Team at MDT
MICHAEL Burkey, Michigan Dog Trainer Founder & CEO
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 Handler, obedience and rally competitor and Social Worker.
Michael’s vast experience and his ability to teach with clarity, patience and precision have established him as a highly sought-after mentor for trainers and pet owners nationwide.
KIM Smith
CARI Moore
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.”
SYDNEY Page
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.
LINDSEY Blake
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
DYLAN Poster
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
