who I am
Meet Michelle
Meet Michelle
Welcome to The Intentionally Healthy Canine! To say that I am passionate about the health and well being of both humans and canines would be slightly understated. I desire for my dogs to live the best, longest and healthiest life possible.
My love for dogs started with our family dog, Buffy. I had a rabbit and guinea pigs (too many) that I nurtured and cared for, but nothing compared to having a dog for a companion. The ring bearers in our wedding were our dogs, Suma (an akita) and Max (a chocolate lab). Dogs are family members in this household.
The dog that I have learned the most from is our black lab, Rontu. After a year old, he developed very itchy skin and shed more than normal. I began giving him dietary supplements that helped tremendously and eventually started designing species specific meals for him. My love for learning how to improve a dog’s life took off from that point!
Dog Training and Nutrition Support
4-H leader of the Canine Clovers. It’s a 4-H dog project focused club that teaches youth and their dogs obedience skills, showmanship, agility and anything else dog related.
Therapy Dog International. Rontu & I have been a team for almost 4 years. We have visited colleges during exam week, volunteered for the young farmer’s program for at-risk children, and volunteered at a local Special Olympics event.
Canine Good Citizen Evaluators are approved trainees through the American Kennel Club. As a CGC evaluator I can administer CGC tests at local training facilities.
Education.
B.A. Physical Education teacher – Clarks Summit University
M.A. Parks & Recreation – Central Michigan University
- Canine Massage Therapist certification through Brandenburg Massage Therapy.
- Certified Raw Dog Food Nutrition Specialist through DNM University.
- Scent Work I Workshop by Brenda Aloff.
- Get Connected I Workshop by Brenda Aloff.
- The Engaged Puppy by Brenda Aloff.
- Understanding Canine Body Language by Brenda Aloff.
- American Red Cross Dog First Aid Course
My Life with Dogs
Fully Insured Massage Practitioner
Certified Raw Food Nutritionist
Therapy Dog International
