What Can We Work On?
Puppy socialization
Basic manners and life skills
Leash manners and reactivity
Barking
Separation anxiety
Settling and calm
Fear and aggression
Cooperative care for husbandry, vet visits, grooming
Off leash reliability
Advanced distraction training
Trick training
Competition obedience
Bitework foundation skills
Canine fitness and body awareness
Obstacle course and agility foundations
Nosework and “find my keys”
... and more!
Private Lessons & Behavior Consulting
Learn to understand your dog’s behavior and better communicate with them. You’ll receive coaching on exercises and techniques that encourage desired behavior and stop unwanted behavior. All private training sessions include follow-up notes with homework, video examples, and written guides for training. Click here to read more about the trainer.
1 hour lesson in Justice, IL office $80
90 minute lesson $110
In-Home Lessons
Southwest Chicago neighborhoods off of i-55 & the west/southwest suburbs are the ideal locations for in-home lessons. Rush hour should be avoided. Travel rates are determined by average traffic based on time of day and are estimated via Google Maps. Lessons can also be held at a public location such as a park or pet-friendly store.
New clients must start with at least one virtual or in-office session before moving to in-home training.
Base Rate:
1 hour lesson $100
90 minutes $130
Travel Fees:
0 - 15 minutes from Justice, IL $0
15 - 30 minute travel $30
30 - 45 minute travel $50
45 - 75 min travel $70
Semi-private pricing: Do you and your friend or neighbor have similar training goals? There is no additional fee for splitting your training time amongst multiple people.
Virtual Private Lessons
Video call sessions held via Zoom.
30 minute meet & greet $40 (to be prorated into first full-length service)
30 minute check-in $40
60 minute session $80
Sliding scale pricing: If you are struggling financially but need behavioral help with your dog, sliding scale pricing is available for sessions done in-office and virtually. Take 20-80% off of the full price of service based on your need. Just say that you want to pay a sliding scale price, no proof of income required.
Intensive Training Programs
Intensive Training Programs are options that focus on the trainer working directly with your dog, following a consistent schedule designed to meet your training and behavior goals. Every training program includes private lessons to ensure that you receive sufficient coaching to maintain your dog’s progress.
In-Home Day Training
Your dog will receive focused, 1-hour sessions once daily to work towards your training goals. Owners are welcome to observe or participate, but their presence is not required. Eligible for homes within a 45 minute driving distance from Justice, IL.
10 session package $1,200
(Includes two 60 minute private lessons.)
20 session package $2,400
(Includes four 60 minute private lessons.)
Puppy nanny programs are available for dogs under 6 months old for up to 3 hours at the same price.
Board & Train Program
This sleep-away camp option guarantees that every minute of your dog’s day will be structured to maximize learning. Every program includes daily text and photo updates, along with comprehensive training notes and instructions to ensure that success follows your dog home.
This program has extremely limited availability based on the trainer’s schedule. Additionally, board & train programs are only suitable for certain training goals.
2 week basic manners program $2,200
3 week intermediate skills program $3,200
4 week advanced behavior program $4,200
(Every board & train includes as many private lessons as deemed necessary.)