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    Mid-Michigan K9 Academy

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    Services - Mid-Michigan K9 Academy

    Dog boarding and training

    Private dog training

    Puppy socialization classes

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    2 days ago

    If your dog is a barker, they put a shock collar on it and if doesnt stop, they put the dog in a crate, in a closet. Dont use this place,

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