Dog Training Advice for Metro Detroit Families

Everything here starts with a real problem a Metro Detroit family brought us. Crate whining at two in the morning. A dog who ignores "sit" until the fifth time. Leash walks you have started to dread. These posts are the advice we give in training sessions — honest timelines, the mistakes that quietly stall progress, and something you can try this week. Written by Mandy Majchrzak and the trainers at Clever Canine.

Puppy Crying in Crate at Night: Survive the First 2 Weeks

Mandy Majchrzak

Published on: 10/09/2026

Puppy won't stop crying in the crate? Learn what works during the first two weeks of crate training to get sleep again.

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