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Popular Chicago dog trainers
“Alex is an Excellent trainer! Just five minutes into training there were already huge changes in our pup's behavior and manners!! I would definitely recommend him!”
“Sharon is INCREDIBLE! I had her over to work on crate training, and not only did I see improvement in Hazel in the first session, I also learned a ton of other techniques, and she's already chewing up my furniture less. So excited to have Sharon come back to work on her outside behavior!”
“Anthony is a great dog trainer. I’ve watched his passion and skill grow over the last few years to a place of expertise. Anthony has a knowledge and intuition that is unmatched and rare to find. He is always on time and courteous and a joy to be around.”
“Katie was incredibly helpful in guiding us on how to address leashing pulling with our dog. She directed us on better leash and harness options to address the pulling. I would definitely recommend her to others. It's very apparent she has a wealth of knowledge.”
“Charles was extremely helpful!! I have been having some issues potty training my puppy and he gave me some helpful insights and valuable techniques. It was evident that he has a great deal of knowledge with regard to training animals. He was extremely patient with my puppy and I knew she was in good hands. I would highly recommend Charles!!”
“Hailey is a great trainer who really knows her stuff! She leads training with empathy and compassion for every dog's situation and takes a customized approach to every case. She trained my dog as a puppy and addressed slight reactivity he was displaying before it could develop into something worse. She provided him with confidence/structure and educated me on how to read my dog's body language. He's now a happy, confident 4 year old who respects other dogs boundaries and can exist happily amongst my friends dogs when we get together. HIGHLY recommend Hailey for all your dog training needs.”
About: I chose to earn my dog training certification through GoodPup because it is a reward-based program grounded in the latest research. I believe a calm, clear, consistent and compassionate approach is the most effective way to teach dogs how to behave. Trust not fear is the foundation of any successful relationship with your pet. I’m here to support you with individualized techniques tailored to your goals, while helping you build confidence in how you approach training your dog. With your commitment, we will yield greater peace. I look forward to being your guide and trusted resource.
“Emily is a great dog trainer and we had a positive experience with her and lolli loved her. We worked on polite greetings in the home. With help from Emily she was able to stay calm in greeting situations, especially inside the house. We worked with Emily during one on one sessions as well as following through with provided homework to encourage appropriate behavior. Emily also helped us better manager her excited greetings by coming up with an exercise routine as well as enrichment. Lolli and I loved getting to work with Emily and it is fun seeing your dog succeed in training!”
“The session with Christina went really well. Christina was friendly, great at explaining things, patient; and full of knowledge and ideas. She definitely had ideas on how to move forward.”
“Our family has been training with Alexis since May 2019. We started training in K9 fitness with our young agility dog and our senior dog. We adopted a 1yr old and started obedience training with him. Alexis started working on his manners, reactivity to squirrels and seeing other dogs on walks, and overall obedience. Alexis has built so much confidence in our dogs. Fitness has also built their confidence for agility by working on unstable surfaces and learning balance skills. Both dogs achieved their AKC Canine Good Citizen test with Alexis. My dogs absolutely love and respect Alexis.”
About: Most of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or emotionally drained by their dog’s behavior. I don’t just teach commands. I teach owners how to understand their dog and respond strategically.
“Shir is an absolutely incredible dog trainer, and working with her is life-changing! She truly cares about the whole family, not only your dog but also the humans. We started with Shir when our dog was a 7-month-old puppy and have completed dozens of sessions over the last three years. At the beginning, Shir helped us prioritize and work through challenges. We've applied her teachings to many scenarios throughout Nova's life. She's available via text between sessions, which helps SO much. With her help, Nova is a confident, well-mannered, almost 5-year-old. Thank you Another Chance Training!”
“Sidney is the best dog trainer. In a world where so many folks are focused on negative punishment that makes you question the comfort of the dog, Sidney is able to effectively get results without using fear or any other negative punishment. She also is always available to answer questions as they pop up, and always makes sure we understand her directions. I highly recommend her for any type of pet training or care!”
About: I have 19+ years experience in training and behavior modification techniques for the most challenging dogs. If your dog barks, lunges or just "goes crazy" when seeing another dog, unfamiliar people, bikes, cars, etc. Your help is just a contact away! I can also help with resource guarding, fear, basic training, puppy sessions and Nose Work for fun or competition.
“Thank you Declan, for the information, tips how to work with Bruno, suggestions on equipment , I learned a few things from our walk around my neighborhood, I appreciate your knowledge on dog training. See you next time .”
“Robyn was very knowledgeable, answered a bunch of questions and guided us on this confusing behavior. It completely changed the way we handle guests. We’ve noticed our dog slowly building confidence and settling quicker and quicker each time someone comes over. Highly recommended Robyn for simple and complicated issues you are having with your dog.”
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Dog Training FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Trainers listing on Rover must be credentialed dog trainers, commit to reward-based training methods, and pass a background check to offer dog training in Chicago.
Reward-based training encourages dogs to offer desired behaviors by reinforcing the behavior with something the dog likes; treats, play, or toys. Reward-based training prioritizes using the least intrusive intervention; it promotes thinking rather than punishing mistakes.
When rewards are used, the likelihood the behavior is repeated increases. The positive connection to the reward results in making learning enjoyable, strengthens the human animal bond and over time leads to consistent desired behaviors.
Training can happen many places — your home, a park, a store, or anywhere else that you and your trainer decide is best for the training you are doing! Many trainers will recommend training in your home. This allows them to observe your dog in their natural environment so they can effectively assess and best help reach your training goals.
Trainers will often mention on their profile where they typically hold training sessions, but you can always contact a trainer to learn more!
Rover makes it easy to find Chicago dog trainers to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star trainers you can find on Rover will work with you and your dog to build new skills and address behaviors. Dog trainers can work on:
- Puppy training, adult dog training, agility training, clicker training and advanced training.
- Behaviors such as barking, leash manners, leash reactivity, house manners, jumping, fearful behavior, anxious behavior, separation distress, recall, biting, chewing, mouthiness, potty training and resource guarding.
Of course! Having a trainer that is the right fit for both you and your pup is an important step to reaching your training goals. We recommend reaching out to any trainer that interests you. Your initial request is not final until both you and the trainer decide you want to move forward with booking.
Also, trainers may offer or require consultations. Make sure to ask trainers so you can make the best decision for you and your pet.
Many trainers on Rover indicate experience in a wide range of behaviors, from puppy training to more advanced behaviors and training types.
Review a trainer’s profile to see if their experience aligns with your needs, and if you have questions, don’t hesitate to contact them to ensure they’re the right trainer for you and your pet.
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