In January 2015 Gail of Metro Area Animal Adoption Association brought Jordan to Michigan Dog Training (MDT) for four weeks of training through our K9 University (board and train) program. Gayle had rescued Jordan off the streets of Detroit. She didn’t know his background other than he was a starving stray. But being a compassionate dog lover and rescue person, her heart went out to him. She got his weight back up and arranged his training with us. Two of his biggest challenges were that he was afraid of all people and especially of men. He also hadn’t been taught obedience.
When we first met him, it was so sad to see Jordan put his head down, tuck his tail and try to move away from us. We had to put on a martingale collar (limited slip fabric collar) on him as his current collar was too loose and would fall his neck if he ducked his head down. We took our time in putting the new collar on. He was very scared but didn’t show any aggression. Within a couple of days he was very trusting of us so obedience training could begin. A crucial part of his training was that he would be exposed to several different MDT trainers, male and female to help him build his confidence around people. He also developed new canine friends to play with as well.
The video below shows Jordan’s before and after training as well as his take home lesson with one of his foster mom’s, Gail. As of February 13, 2015 Jordan remains available for adoption. He is such a sweet dog. He would make someone a very friendly and happy companion who comes already trained. Additionally, MDT will transfer the “Unlimited Perfect Practice” Thursday night group classes from Gail to the new family that adopts him, free of charge. We want to see Jordan go to the right person or family. So we will be happy to teach them how to keep Jordan’s good manners in tip top shape. Serious inquires can contact the Metro Area Animal Adoption Association at (313) 506-5785.
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To get help with your dog, contact Michigan Dog Training in Plymouth, Michigan at 734-634-4152
