Your dog can be a Customized K9!
ProfessionalDog Training
with Mike Burke
Certified Master Animal Trainer
About Me
Dogs bring me joy, and were my first connection to the animal world. They are honest, pure, and they make the lives of everyone they touch better.
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During my 25 year tenure at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, I was on a first name basis with rhinos, cheetahs, falcons, porcupines, sloths, tigers, and elephants. I was a keeper, a trainer, and was responsible for managing the care and training of hundreds of animals.
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In 2009, I was certified as a Master Animal Trainer for the successful completion of 10,000+ hours...
Services
Training & Behavior Modification
After an initial consultation, I will design a customized training program for your dog, and teach you techniques to modify and maintain your dog's behavior. Training will take place in your home with your family, and can also include boarding in my home for more intensive, one-on-one attention to address behavioral issues.
Daycare & Boarding
Need someone to watch your pup while you're at work for the day, or while you're on vacation?
Daily and weekly stays are available at my home.
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Pickup and drop-off is included in the cost of the stay.
*Advanced Booking and 24-hour Cancellation required.
Special Needs Care & Training
We provide help to owners of dogs who need special care. We can assist with medicating, bathing, special diets, wheel chairs, and locomotion challenges.
Our Old Dawg training program shows you can teach new tricks to your senior pup, and disprove that old cliche while solving many behavioral problems.
Love My Customized K9s
What Our Clients Are Saying
Kona
"Kona came home with us in the beginning of summer and we quickly realized that she/we needed some training and coaching on how to navigate this new chapter in our life. The lady we adopted our dog from advised us to contact Mike with Customized K9, and boy are we happy we did. Mike has been amazing at working with Kona, the adults and the 4 boys in our family to help give Kona the manners and training she needs to become a successful member of our pack."