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Popular Chicago dog trainers
Prices are estimates per training session for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Alex is an incredibly patient and knowledgeable trainer. My dog can be quite challenging, but thanks to Alex's guidance and consistent approach, we've made significant progress. He took the time to understand my dog's specific needs and worked with us at a pace that built confidence and lasting results. I'm very happy with the improvement we've seen and would highly recommend Alex to anyone looking for a skilled and dedicated dog trainer.”
“We highly recommend Sharon to any new (or not new) dog owners! Sharon was so thorough in an in home training session with our 4 month old puppy Blue! We learned so much in that short window and have already seen incredible improvements in Blue’s actions and walks! Again, can’t recommend Sharon highly enough!”
“Thank you so much for the great consultation! She is so knowledgeable and talking to her helped me to feel more at ease with my puppy. Cannot wait to have sessions!”
“Charles has provided lots of great ideas for addressing our pups behavior and we are already seeing improvement after two sessions. I appreciate that his corrections come from a place of kindness and he is always thinking about the best interest of the dog.”
“I can’t recommend my dog trainer enough. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and truly cares about both the dog and the owner. He took the time to understand my dog and gave me the tools and confidence to handle situations that once felt overwhelming. The progress has been amazing, and the bond with my dog is stronger than ever. If you want real results and someone you can trust, he’s the one.”
“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!”
“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.
“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.”
“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 was incredible with our cat, Benji. She met with us beforehand and was thoughtful, attentive, and genuinely caring. While we were away, she sent daily check-ins with photos that gave us total peace of mind. Benji needs medication, and Sidney handled it with great care and attention to detail. She was punctual, reliable, and communicative throughout. (We never had to worry for a moment). Sidney is someone we trust completely and would recommend without hesitation. Her professionalism and kindness made the difference for us.”
“Stephanie is an exceptional trainer who brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to our session. She is incredibly supportive and understanding, especially when it comes to our concerns about our 10-month-old dog. Her straightforward approach and easy to implement methods make her an excellent resource for both our puppy and us. Stephanie teaches us and our dog by example, providing clear and actionable instructions. We are confident that working with her will help us support our puppy and family, resulting in a well-adjusted dog that becomes the best family member we could ever ask for.”
“This is our first time ever really using a trainer.declan made the process of understanding the basics fairly straightforward and perfectly reasonable. And is teaching methods were gentle yet firm.I look forward to hiring them again for more training”
“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.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog training service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your trainer’s cancellation policy.
Note: If your dog trainer requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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