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FOUNDER. PRACTITIONER. STANDARD.

The Doggie Concierge is built different.

 

Owned. Operated. Delivered—entirely by Mike Pitts.

 

No assistants.
No handoffs.
No franchises.

 

Just one expert. One standard. Every time.

 

Because real progress doesn’t come from systems—
it comes from precision, consistency, and accountability.

 

One practitioner means:
Sharper design.
Stronger oversight.
Better results.

 

This isn’t scaled.
It’s intentional.

 

 

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Since 2017, Mike Pitts has worked privately with families and professionals who expect more than basic training.

 

His focus: early-stage canine development done right.

 

Not quick fixes. Not command-chasing.

 

Structured, evidence-informed progression—built around the dog in front of him.

 

The work centers on:

  • Emotional regulation

  • Environmental clarity

  • Sustainable household systems

  • Calm, real-world reliability

 

Every plan is designed around age, temperament, and living conditions.

 

No templates. No shortcuts.

 

Progress is earned, not rushed.

 

Because stability isn’t trained in moments—
it’s built over time.

 

TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

Before dog training, there were fifteen years of working with people.

 

That matters.

 

Because this work isn’t just about dogs—it’s about the systems around them.

 

Mike translates behavioral science into something families can actually use.

 

Clear. Practical. Repeatable.

 

No overwhelm. No noise. No theatrics.

 

Dogs perform best when expectations are structured.
Families succeed when guidance is usable.

 

His role is to deliver both.

 

METHODOLOGY

Modern. Humane. Grounded.

 

The work is rooted in contemporary behavioral science and aligned with standards recognized within the veterinary behavior community.

 

Reinforcement-based. Development-focused.

No force.
No intimidation.
No aversive tools.

 

Stability is built through clarity, structure, and intentional progression.

 

Always.

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CREDENTIALS

  • ABC-DT, Animal Behavior College Graduate

  • AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator

  • AKC Temperament Tester

  • Certified in Pet CPR & First Aid

  • Fully insured and bonded

Ongoing study remains anchored in modern, humane behavioral practice.

PERSONAL PERSPECTIVE

At home, the work continues.

 

Four rescue Pugs—some with complex medical and physical histories.
One Golden Retriever / Anatolian Shepherd mix, rescued internationally.

 

Different dogs. Different needs. Same principle:

 

Behavior isn’t shaped by intensity.

 

It’s shaped by patience, structure, and adaptability

 

A PRIVATE PRACTICE BY DESIGN

This isn’t built for volume.

 

Caseloads are limited.
Engagements are structured.
Scope is selective.

 

Because real development requires space, discretion, and professional boundaries.

 

Work that holds—quietly, consistently—in real life.

 

Clarity creates confidence.
Structure builds stability.

 

PRIVATE GUIDANCE FOR INTENTIONAL HOUSEHOLDS

OFFICE HOURS — 

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

 

EASTERN TIME (EST)

Closed

10:00 AM – 09:00 PM

Closed during NFL Season*

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

 

*Seasonal closure

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EMAIL: info@trainingbythedoggieconcierge.com

OFFICE: (216) 801-5575

Located in the Western Suburbs of Cleveland, OH

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Every photo on this site is a real Doggie Concierge client — real dogs, real training, real results.

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