20+ Years of Expertise, Love, and Relentless Pursuit of Excellence

Growing up in a family that lived and breathed dogs, Mike was surrounded by different breeds and applications. That first glimpse into protection work changed everything. Watching dogs perform at their peak—with perfect timing, unwavering focus, and absolute trust in their handlers—sparked an obsession that would define his life. He realized then that dog training wasn't just a hobby; it was a calling. This was the beginning of what would become 30+ years of dedicated expertise.

Diemus was more than a training partner; he was a mirror that reflected Mike's dedication back to him. Through rigorous training and countless hours in the ring, Diemus rose to multiple titles across working-dog venues. Mike earned recognition as a trainer—two-time Trainer of the Year with the Canine Civil Defense League (CCDL)—and the greatest victory was the bond they built. Every achievement was shared. Every challenge was overcome together. Diemus taught Mike that true training is about partnership, trust, and understanding your dog at the deepest level. This lesson would later become central to how Mike approaches dog health and longevity.

Las Vegas was more than a new home—it was a crucible. By day, Mike trained hundreds of dogs, refining his craft as a handler and decoy for protection work. By night, he stepped into the professional fighting ring, applying the same principles of discipline, strategy, and mental toughness he taught his dogs. For five intense years, he chased excellence in both arenas, learning that peak performance—whether in sport or service dogs—requires obsessive attention to detail, proper conditioning, and an unwavering commitment to the craft. Every hour mattered. Every rep counted. This period of his life would later inform how he thinks about canine conditioning and longevity.

Diemus's death was devastating. Twelve years of trust, discipline, and mutual respect—gone. For five years after, Mike continued training at a high level, though without a dog of his own to train day in and day out, something felt incomplete. In that grief, a question emerged: What if there was a way to give dogs like Diemus more time? What if the principles of longevity and peak performance that athletes use could be applied to dogs? The loss of his greatest teacher became the spark for his greatest discovery. Mike realized that his decades of experience with working dogs, combined with emerging longevity science, could revolutionize how we approach canine health.

Through Pinnacle, Mike worked with families, law enforcement, and private security operations. He trained hundreds of dogs, each with unique needs and potential. Over time, he noticed a pattern: dogs that were properly conditioned, well-fed, and mentally stimulated performed better and lived better. This experience, combined with his growing interest in longevity science, led him to a revolutionary idea. He began researching the same anti-aging compounds and protocols that he'd been using in his own athletic training. What if these could be safely adapted for dogs? What if the science of human longevity could unlock extraordinary potential in canine athletes and family companions?

Honey was special from day one. What made her extraordinary was what happened when Mike applied his longevity protocol. Hour after hour, he fine-tuned her training, her nutrition, her supplementation. By three years old, Honey stepped onto the competition field and performed with distinction—earning NADF titles and high marks in both protection and obedience. This was remarkable for a bull breed in a sport traditionally dominated by German Shepherds and Malinois. The real proof came later. As Honey aged, she continued to perform at elite levels. At nearly a decade old, she was still competing, still strong, still sharp. Mike realized he'd cracked the code: the right nutrition, paired with disciplined training and the right supplements, could unlock extraordinary potential and extend the prime years of a dog's life. Pawdagen wasn't born from a desk—it was born from watching his dog thrive.

Gambler, an 8-year-old Malinois, is an NADF competitor securing top honors and high-in-trial scores that rival dogs half his age. Cowboy, younger yet already showing elite potential, represents the next generation of dogs benefiting from Mike's protocol. Beyond his personal dogs, Mike's impact extends to thousands of pet owners who trust Pawdagen with their companions' health. He works closely with veterinarians, nutritionists, and fellow researchers, seeing real-world results of the ingredients and protocols he's developed. Mike runs 'Ask a Trainer' consultations, offering guidance to anyone seeking to optimize their dog's health. After 30+ years of dedication—from ringside observations to professional training to elite competition to now—Mike's mission is simple: empower every dog to live their healthiest, happiest, most vibrant life. Pawdagen isn't just a product; it's the culmination of a lifetime of expertise, love, and relentless pursuit of excellence.