FirstBarkThe best of the best! I sent one stubborn and very smart dog and one very anxious puppy both struggling with obedience to Jason and got two amazing listeners back while still keeping the same personality they had before. Cannot thank Jason enough!
SongDog Kennels
Vanderbilt, Michigan
About SongDog Kennels
At SongDog Kennels, we believe dogs deserve better than quick fixes. Our scientifically grounded approach combines decades of behavioral expertise with individualized training programs designed to create lasting change for both dogs and their owners. Led by Applied Animal Behaviorist Jason Major, we specialize in board and train programs, behavioral therapy, aggression rehabilitation, puppy development, and advanced obedience. Every dog receives personalized attention through our small-scale, immersive programs, followed by comprehensive owner education to ensure success long after training is complete. Located in Northern Michigan, SongDog serves clients throughout Michigan and across the United States who are looking for expert dog traini
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
Program details
Meet with Applied Animal Behaviorist Jason Major for a comprehensive behavioral assessment and customized training plan designed to resolve behavior challenges and improve your dog's quality of life.
Meet with Applied Animal Behaviorist Jason Major to develop a customized training plan for your puppy. Learn how to build confidence, prevent behavior problems, and establish lifelong habits from the very beginning.
- Crate training
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
Program details
Professional obedience training focused on reliable commands, loose-leash walking, impulse control, and everyday manners. Individualized programs create confident, well-behaved family companions.
- Puppy training
Program details
Give your puppy the best start with early socialization, crate training, potty training, obedience, and confidence building. Our Puppy Program builds the foundation for lifelong success.
- Recall training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Aggression training
Program details
Specialized aggressive dog training in Michigan focused on understanding behavior, building confidence, and creating lasting change through individualized rehabilitation and proven behavioral science.
- Barking
- Fear and confidence
- Reactivity training
Program details
Personalized behavioral dog training for reactive dogs. Reduce barking, lunging, and overstimulation while building confidence and improving focus in real-world environments.
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Premium Board & Train in Northern Michigan led by Applied Animal Behaviorist Jason Major. Personalized programs build obedience, off-leash reliability, confidence, and lasting results through science-based training and owner education.
- Owner coaching
- Private training
Program details
Personalized one-on-one dog training tailored to your dog's unique needs. Work directly with Applied Animal Behaviorist Jason Major to build obedience, improve behavior, and create lasting success through individualized coaching.
Dog age
- Puppies
Program details
Develop a confident, well-rounded puppy through structured socialization, environmental exposure, foundational obedience, and positive learning experiences during critical developmental stages.
British Labrador Retrievers bred for health, temperament, intelligence, and trainability. Carefully raised to become exceptional family companions, hunting dogs, and lifelong partners
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Advanced training
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
- Hunting dog training
Additional services
- Boarding Customer-reported
Other listed services
View 4 additional details
- Behavioral Dog Training
Program details
SongDog specializes in behavioral dog training for dogs experiencing fear, anxiety, reactivity, and difficult behaviors. Our scientifically grounded approach identifies the root cause of behavior rather than masking symptoms, creating lasting change through individualized training and owner edu.
- Fear & Anxiety Rehabilitation
Program details
We help fearful and anxious dogs build confidence through customized behavior modification. Our science-based approach addresses the root cause of unwanted behaviors for lasting success.
- Off-Leash Dog Training
Program details
Build reliable off-leash obedience with advanced recall, distraction training, and real-world proofing. Personalized programs strengthen communication, confidence, and trust between you and your dog.
- Safety Training
Program details
Our Safety Training program is a behavioral modification process that eliminates aggression by de-arousing your dog's nervous system, targeting the root emotional triggers rather than just blocking or suppressing them.
Confirm current programs and availability directly.
Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
If my dog goes away for training, will my dog remember me when they return?
This is probably our most commonly asked question. The answer is yes! It has been Jason Major’s experience that if you have known the dog for at least two weeks, the dog will remember you for life. Actually, if the dog did not remember you, it would make our job easier. We could simply remove the dog from your environment, complete the training and send the dog home, and that is how they would act from that point on. We know this would not work. Your dog will remember you and remember how they acted with you before the therapy and transfer of training.
Community answer · SongDog Kennels · 2021-09-21
What types of dog behaviors can Songdog help me control?
Aggression, unruliness, separation anxiety, inappropriate elimination, barking, digging, running away, jumping, spinning and just about anything else your dog can think of!
Community answer · SongDog Kennels · 2021-09-21
Will training or therapy break my dog’s spirit or change their personality?
Many people are concerned about this. This is where science meets art. It is possible for the trainer to become so overbearing that the dog simply shuts down. We have all seen dogs that, while they responded to the handler, do so without drive and motivation.
Community answer · SongDog Kennels · 2021-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.9
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Mentioned in reviews
- Leash pulling 10
- Obedience training 6
- Listening to commands 4
- Therapy dog training 3
- Foundation program 2
- Obedient dogs 2
All 10 topics
- Off leash recall 2
- Older dog training 2
- Responsive to questions 2
- Weekly updates 2
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Our Aussiedoodle ,Bernie ,was a huge rascal until he spent 3 weeks with Jason at Song Dog Kennels. He is now a very obedient , and still playful, family member even 2 years later!
Our sweet labs transformation with Jason was truly amazing! Our walks were becoming extremely difficult due to her pulling. Plus taking her into new situations was overwhelming for all of us! After four weeks at Song Dog we had a new pup:) No more pulling on leash and we get many…Read full reviewClose full review
Our sweet labs transformation with Jason was truly amazing! Our walks were becoming extremely difficult due to her pulling. Plus taking her into new situations was overwhelming for all of us! After four weeks at Song Dog we had a new pup:) No more pulling on leash and we get many compliments in public about how well behaved she is! Jason has always been quick to answer our questions and offer helpful advice! Highly recommend!
Jason and Tiffany are not only extremely knowledgeable, and incredibly effective with their training programs…..they also are the most caring, empathetic, an amazingly connected to all the dogs, and treat them with the utmost kindness and respect… and they are honest. I personal…Read full reviewClose full review
Jason and Tiffany are not only extremely knowledgeable, and incredibly effective with their training programs…..they also are the most caring, empathetic, an amazingly connected to all the dogs, and treat them with the utmost kindness and respect… and they are honest. I personally believe they are the best people/training facility in the country…. And I’m truly blessed to have have them help me not once but twice with my dogs, which one that I was extremely lucky to get through them. , I would never consider going anywhere else… even if I lived out of state, they train dogs and fly them to you sometimes!!! I can’t say enough wonderful accolades about them and their program! Thank you guys so much! Bailey and I sending you love and continued success in this new year! Kerry
Jason & Tiffany Major operate a 5-star dog behavioral training program with superior accommodations. We have 2 silver Labradors that completed Jason’s 10 week off leash program; making our pets happier and more confident, while improving our family life with our animals. We have …Read full reviewClose full review
Jason & Tiffany Major operate a 5-star dog behavioral training program with superior accommodations. We have 2 silver Labradors that completed Jason’s 10 week off leash program; making our pets happier and more confident, while improving our family life with our animals. We have used SongDog for the past 6 years for boarding and training refreshers and always receive our pets back happy and in amazing physical shape ! Our dogs are never left in a crate or alone and we truly appreciate the extra exercise that SongDog incorporates into boarding. The knowledge of dog behavior and experience that Jason has is second to none. There is never a question he cannot assist answering. He is straightforward on his assessments of pet behavior and provides solutions. We can’t say enough good things about SongDog and the team!
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