Michael's Pack Dog Training Center

Michael’s Pack is a dog training business in Mineola, NY, located at E Jericho Tpke. It holds a rating of 4.9 based on 137 reviews. The company provides puppy and adult dog training services to owners in New York and New Jersey, including Monmouth County, as well as virtual training for clients throughout the United States.

The team consists of certified professional dog trainers who utilize humane, positive-reinforcement methods rather than fear-based or heavy-handed techniques. The training approach focuses on motivation and building trust and mutual respect between pets and their owners. Beyond basic training, the staff works to teach owners how to communicate effectively with their dogs to address various behavioral issues. Founder and owner Michael Schaier is a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT). The center offers a specialized 6-week virtual separation anxiety training program designed to work with clients remotely. This program involves a minimum six-week commitment and includes daily individualized training plans, daily support and feedback, and weekly live virtual assessments. This remote structure allows dogs to train in a familiar environment with fewer distractions. The trainers are also skilled in managing common behavioral challenges, such as reactivity, leash walking, and fearfulness in both puppies and adult dogs.

Clients have praised the trainers for their patience, professionalism, and ability to teach communication techniques. Specific trainers include Phil, who helped a fearful Bichpoo named Riley become more confident; Brittany, who worked with a puppy and children; Dana, who helped a high-energy Mini Goldendoodle named Rory through positive reinforcement techniques; Raquel, who assisted with general guidance; Ally, who helped with reactivity in a dog named Milo and leash walking for a dog named Coco; and Adam, who helped a scared dog named Petey gain confidence. Services include private sessions and virtual consultations. Contact can be made at (732) 508-9470 or via the contact form. The business offers virtual dog training services in Brooklyn and Manhattan. Michael’s Pack Dog Training Center provides specialized behavioral solutions and positive-reinforcement training for dog owners in Mineola and throughout the surrounding regions.