Yooper Paws of Love offers compassionate, games-based dog training for families, fearful dogs, and service dog teams. Build confidence, connection, and real-life skills through positive, science-backed methods. Join our PawCAKES community where Compassion, Awareness, Knowledge, Empathy, and Support guide every step of your training journey.
$5 per month to join!
This resource is for dog owners who know their dog isn’t being “bad” but that they’re struggling.
More specifically, the SAFE Training Space is for:
🐾 Owners of fearful, shy, or sensitive dogs
Dogs who startle easily, shut down, avoid people or dogs, or seem unsure of the world.
🐕 Owners of “reactive” or “fizzy” dogs
Dogs who bark, lunge, freeze, spin, or explode on walks; especially around other dogs, people, bikes, or surprises.
💛 Dog owners who feel stuck or overwhelmed
You’ve tried advice, watched videos, maybe worked with a trainer but you’re still unsure why your dog reacts or what to do next.
🧠 People who want understanding, not quick fixes
You’re open to learning how your dog’s nervous system works and how fear, stress, and excitement drive behavior.
🤝 Owners who want a better relationship with their dog
You care about trust, communication, and helping your dog feel safe, not forcing obedience.
🌿 Dogs who need space, choice, and confidence-building
Including rescues, adolescent dogs, sensitive breeds, service dogs in training, and family pets who struggle in busy environments.
This space is included in most of our SAFE Classes & Workshops and can be purchased as a stand-alone product for those who want to stay involved after completing one or more SAFE classes.
This is an in-person activity in Kingsford, MI.
Paws & Play Membership
Think of this like a gym membership for your dog.
With your membership, you can schedule 60-minute sessions to play and train at the Yooper Paws Training Center during open times not in use by trainers.
The Training Center offers a controlled, low-distraction environment where you can focus on your dog without worrying about interruptions, unexpected dogs, or crowded spaces. It’s your time, your space, and your pace.
During your session, you’ll have access to all of our training tools and enrichment equipment, including dog beds, stations, platforms, ramps, cones, cavaletti poles, and more; giving you endless ways to build skills, confidence, and connection.
Your monthly membership covers all dogs living in your household for one simple price. Bring multiple dogs to a session or schedule individual time so each dog gets focused attention.