Gyula M.
Fox Lake, IL
Services
Gyula can care for
Availability
Pet care is woven into my everyday life. I work part‑time in a dog kennel, so caring for dogs isn’t just a job—it’s truly my passion. I dedicate three full days each week to dog sitting, and I’m also available most weekday evenings. Spending my time with dogs, especially the rebellious and high‑drive ones, is simply part of who I am.
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About Gyula M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I care for pets, the dog’s needs always come first. I follow their routine, provide structure, and make sure they feel safe, understood, and engaged. I also take plenty of photos and videos of our playtime and daily activities, sharing them with the dog parents so they can relax and enjoy their time away knowing their pup is happy and well cared for.
Information Gyula M. would like to know about your pet
It’s important for me to understand each dog’s unique personality and needs before we begin. I like to know how they behave around other dogs, other pets, and children, as well as any recent changes in behavior that seem unusual or out of character. Details like these help me provide the safest, most supportive environment possible—especially for high‑drive or strong‑willed pups—so I can tailor their care and set them up for a calm, positive experience.
A typical day
I love keeping dogs mentally and physically engaged with fun, confidence‑building activities. We play fetch, practice nose‑work games both indoors and outside, and work on basic obedience in a positive, upbeat way. If a dog enjoys extra challenges—like running through a tunnel, hopping onto a platform or table, or any special activity their family requests—I’m always happy to tailor our playtime. My goal is to make every session enriching, exciting, and perfectly suited to each dog’s personality.
Location
Fox Lake, IL
Pets
Where Rebellious Dogs Find Patience
Pet care experience
Some dogs need more than a sitter—they need someone who understands their fire. I specialize in caring for the bold, the stubborn, and the wonderfully rebellious (likely referred to as reactive) pups that others often turn away. With a training style rooted in positive reinforcement (yes, plenty of treats), I help even the toughest personalities feel safe, understood, and engaged. I avoid labeling dogs as “reactive,” even though it’s become the norm—I prefer positive terms like high‑drive that honor their energy and potential. From high‑drive Malinois and German Shepherds to clever Australian Shepherds, spirited Corgis, and the gentle giants like Mastiffs and Cane Corsos, these dogs aren’t just clients—they’re my best friends. Here, every dog gets the patience they deserve, the structure they crave, and a companion who truly gets them.
Reviews
Gyula walks my two Labs regularly, and I highly recommend him for your dog's needs. He has years of experience working with all types of dogs and has the skills to manage them competently and with a great attitude. Gyula is prompt, attentive to the dogs at all times, and naturally works with them as he's walking them, which has improved both of my dogs leash manners. If you need someone to take care of your dog, I'm confident you and your dog will be happy with the services Gyula provides.
There is no one that I trust with my dogs more than Gyula. He is attentive, communicative, and loves my babies like they are his own. He has extensive experience with dogs, especially German Shephards. My dogs LOVE and adore him. He goes above and beyond at every visit, spoils them with treats, and makes sure they get their exercise in every time. I am so grateful for Gyula and feel fortunate that I have someone who takes such amazing care of them. We don’t know what we would do without him!
Gyula has been working with dogs for over a decade now. When he was a full-time dog trainer, I took classes from him as an apprentice for both group and solo training and learned so much about ways to handle ANY dogs. Large or tiny, skittish or aggressive, hyper or loomy, somehow he always knows a way to bring the best out of the dogs with pure love and knowledge. He knows their body language and he listens. His figure makes dogs comfortable. He truly is a dog whisperer and dogs love him! If you want a reliable person caring for your dog, let that be walking them, or pet sitting, he is your solution.
About Gyula M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I care for pets, the dog’s needs always come first. I follow their routine, provide structure, and make sure they feel safe, understood, and engaged. I also take plenty of photos and videos of our playtime and daily activities, sharing them with the dog parents so they can relax and enjoy their time away knowing their pup is happy and well cared for.
Information Gyula M. would like to know about your pet
It’s important for me to understand each dog’s unique personality and needs before we begin. I like to know how they behave around other dogs, other pets, and children, as well as any recent changes in behavior that seem unusual or out of character. Details like these help me provide the safest, most supportive environment possible—especially for high‑drive or strong‑willed pups—so I can tailor their care and set them up for a calm, positive experience.
A typical day
I love keeping dogs mentally and physically engaged with fun, confidence‑building activities. We play fetch, practice nose‑work games both indoors and outside, and work on basic obedience in a positive, upbeat way. If a dog enjoys extra challenges—like running through a tunnel, hopping onto a platform or table, or any special activity their family requests—I’m always happy to tailor our playtime. My goal is to make every session enriching, exciting, and perfectly suited to each dog’s personality.
Gyula M.
Fox Lake, IL