Mikhail Ermakov is a representative of the renowned circus dynasty. Born into a family where the art of the circus has been passed down for over 100 years, he is surrounded by hereditary animal trainers, shaping his unique understanding and interaction with dogs.

The "Ermakov Dog Academy" act has become the signature of the Ermakov dynasty, created by Mikhail's grandfather, Nikolai Ermakov. Over time, this act was passed down to his son, Nikolai and eventually, the act "Dog Academy" came into the possession of Mikhail Ermakov.

A notable feature of the "Dog Academy" act is that some dogs are taken from shelters or rescued from the streets, resulting in a variety of mixed breeds in the performance. This reflects the philosophy of the Ermakov Dog School that homeless dogs can find a home and friends.

In addition to dog training, Mikhail inherited juggling with footballs from his father, setting a Guinness World Record. He also created an act involving tandem cycling with his spouse.