Caseys Story,

Upon making it to our retirement years. I surprised my husband with the revelation that I wanted a pup, to join us on our Journey.

My hopes for her were that she be able to travel with us , to enjoy the sunshine and ocean  in the winter months, to be our company for nightly walks and coffees at Starbucks. Maybe even to do some visits to libraries or retirement centers .

After several attempts at training (motivated by treats)  we were left with a growing dog, that was jumping on guests , and scaring people she met.

At 14 mos... read more Casey, our standard poodle, had 12 weeks of group training and and over 6 hours of private training. The consensus was, she had "Impulse control issues"!!!

Maybe by the time she was 3, she would calm down.

Enter Dog Training Now,  One Consult, and 10 days of training, we now

have the foundation for a great relationship , and a much better behaved pet. We will continue to work with the skills Casey has learned and know it will take time to perfect.  But We have been Sooo happy with the results from day one. The owners of Dog Training Now and all of the trainers were very professional in the training of the dog, and making sure we were confident on how to follow thru.

Lastly , the cost of the school was a bargain, well worth every cent spent.

The Only thing I would change if I had a redo, was that I would have skipped all the treat training classes and followed my instincts sooner.

We will forever remember and thank, Melissa, Dan, Kellsy ,Taylor , and Tony. P.S. Casey will be going to Key West with us very soon.

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Had a very good experience with both puppy day camp and puppy preschool. Would highly recommend for those programs, they really care for the dogs and love the social media photos throughout the day so I could check in on my pup from work. For their more advanced training programs they use prong collars which personally I'm not a fan of but they obviously get good results and have success with it. Love that they didn't try to pressure me into anything I wasn't comfortable with though, great people working there. Loved the whole team but special shout out... read more to Taylor, Kelsey, Tony, Melissa & Jackie! Haru will still visit!! read less

The staff at Dog Training Now was such a pleasure to work with! I dropped my Evie off every morning knowing that she was going to be in good and loving hands. It was hilarious seeing how sad the staff would get when we came to pick her up in the evenings lol! Although my fiance' and I can't quite afford the (probably amazing) advanced training classes while we prepare for our wedding, we are happy that she had the experience of being cared for and socialized at this facility. We'll try to bring her by for a visit every... read more now and then. Thank you guys so much! read less

The behavior of our six month old schipperke, Maddy, has been transformed by the 10 Day Training Program at Dog Training Now!.  We offer thanks to Amy who greeted us each morning and to Taylor and Kelsey who helped train Maddy.  A special thank you to Melissa who trained Maddy and also reviewed each day's activities with us.  Finally, thank you to Dan for managing a first class training facility.

Anyone familiar with schippekes knows they are an intelligent but headstrong breed.  Maddy's transformation has been truly remarkable.

Dan and Joanne Leski

Admittedly, I was apprehensive about leaving my wee one, Cello, for 12 days.  Adding to my worry was that the none of the three people we originally met were even involved with the training.  But with that said, Dan quicky put my mind at ease and Amy did extraordinary wonders training Cello.  I received updates and pictures during his 12 days off board and train. I definitely sensed the love and truly appreciated the care and dedication of training.  On the 12th day, Dan educated both my husband and me so that we could continue training using the same techniques.... read more Dog Training Now truly is a first class pet training program worthy of the cost. read less

Dog training now staff is amazing. My husband and I got our little baby Rocky and maybe two weeks later, we signed him up for obedience training but we didn't realize that he was so shy and didn't have the confidence to be on a leash. So they changed us up to puppy training classes for about two weeks before he could start the obedience class. The result from just the puppy training class was amazing! He was super confident walking with leash and having a collar on and even going up and down the stairs he even started pulling... read more on the leash. His personality really started coming out. When the obedience class finished he was like a whole new puppy knowing commands and he is really good at the command place right now. Dog training now is just truly amazing with how they treated him throughout the whole process. I would really like to thank trainer Dan, Nels, and Melissa. Grr.. I cant remember all their names right now. But just everyone there. We will be coming back for the graduate training classes. read less

We took our 4 month old puppy to Dog training now for the 10 day obedience training course. All of the staff was wonderful. It was great that they were able teach our dog the various commands. I felt it was much easier then to just reinforce what was already taught. I felt as though the training was effective and they gave you the tools to continue to work on it at home. I would certainly recommend the program to others.

I HIGHLY recommend Dog Training Now! We have had a phenomenal experience with these trainers, and we continue training with them. They are all very friendly, informative, knowledgeable, and effective and have been very patient with me and my pup. My goal has been to have an obedient and friendly dog, but also to have him be trained to be a certified therapy dog. Well, I am excited to say he passed his evaluation to start a training program and it’s all thanks to Dog Training Now!

Dog training now was absolutely fantastic and far exceeded our expectations! The hardest part in picking out a dog training place is finding somewhere where you can trust the people to love your dog as much as you do, and this place absolutely delivers. Nels, Marcus and Chris are not only fantastic trainers, but awesome people! Our pup was excited to see all of them every morning and has come such a long way since taking him there day 1. Their 2 week training program has worked wonders!

I sent my 1 year old dog to the 2 week boot camp and was amazed at how well she did in that short amount of time! Especially while out on walks. Amazing service!

Dog Training Now is great! We had our puppy trained there a couple years ago and he recently needed a quick refresher. The cost was super reasonable, and it was easy to schedule. Marcus and Dan were both very personable and willing to spend time explaining things to me when I dropped my dog off and when I picked him up. Great experience.

I loved their positive approach to training, lots of praise and treats. Thanks to their work with me and my dog; Winston went from a  wild, hyper puppy, lovable puppy to an eighteen month old well behaved, lovable dog.

I was so impressed with Dog Training Now, both how professional they were, as well as how much they truly cared for our pup. We knew they were awesome trainers because not only did we see a change in temperament from the first day, they also take the time to train the owners too. You can tell they genuinely care about the animals, and the owners being able to maintain the training they provide in a loving environment.

I was so impressed with Dog Training Now, both how professional they were, as well as how much they truly cared for our pup. We knew they were awesome trainers because not only did we see a change in temperament from the first day, they also take the time to train the owners too. You can tell they genuinely care about the animals, and the owners being able to maintain the training they provide in a loving environment.

Chris and the entire DTN trainers and staff were outstanding. The treated Wiley as if he was their own. Our one year old pup is strong and energetic. He now has improved behavior and self control. It was well worth the time and money.

Amazing job! After the first day my puppy (Belle) was asking to go out for potty. After the first week, she was potty trained, no accident after that. It's really affordable and the people working in this place are really good. I recommand this place, even if you don't have a pet and just want to talk to some real nice people.

Amazing job! After the first day my puppy (Belle) was asking to go out for potty. After the first week, she was potty trained, no accident after that. It's really affordable and the people working in this place are really good. I recommand this place, even if you don't have a pet and just want to talk to some real nice people.

Love, love, love this place! My Lily did so well here and every single one of the trainers is amazing. Marcus, Matt & Chris always make you feel welcome - always willing to help with any questions and they love what they do because it shows.

Lily just went for 2 week refresher during the holidays & I couldn’t be more pleased with how well they take care of her and how well behaved she has become. I would recommend to anyone with a dog - these guys are the BEST!

Dog Training Now was an absolute blessing for my Jack Russel/Whippet Terrier mix, Bo Bo! We were in over our heads with a dog that would bolt out any open door and run through busy streets, and he was impossible to catch. He didn't listen to us and had horrible leash manners, despite months of training at a different facility and our own attempts to train him. We were at a complete loss. After the 2-week Day Camp program, we now have a dog that is still just as cuddly, energetic, and playful as before, BUT we have complete control... read more over his behavior! The trainers at DTN are the absolute best. They are the only people my dog will allow to come near him with nail clippers. They take time to show owners how to work with the dogs at home. They are so passionate about what they do, and patient with all dogs and owners, and will answer any question, big or small. And, on top of all this, they were the most reasonably priced training program in the area! read less

We absolutely LOVE Dog Training Now! They are kind, professional, and a wonderful resource and training facility. Our dog has received so many compliments on his training and listening since attending the 10 day training program. He recently brushed up his skills at a three day intensive and was so excited to be back with the trainers. I look forward to being able to sign him up for another course!

My pups Rocco and Rosie went here and were so loved!!! They now know several commands and make our time at home with them and our 3 children more enjoyable (and manageable)! Thank you so much!!

I've used Dog Training Now for my 3 dogs and each time was a different, amazing experience. All dogs have different strengths and struggles and they nailed them all. The trainers are all fantastic, you feel like they're family once you're done and can always go back to them with questions and advise. My dogs love to go back to visit and feel like they're at home. I recommend them all the time.

DTN has been a lifesaver for my rescue. They took my scared, anxious pup and helped us both with training! The best part is that they love your dog like their own. After training was over, I’ve been able to bring him for day visits. I was recently out of town and boarded him with Zach. He was so well cared for! All the trainers are the best, Marcus, Matt, Chris... My dog, is calm, settled, has a purpose, well behaved and most of all HAPPY. I trust them so much with a... read more very important member of my family! read less

I can't say enough wonderful things about Dog Training Now. Marcus was phenomenal during the evaluation and all the guys & girls were terrific with London. They saved my sanity and helped me have a well-behaved, well-mannered dog. Would highly recommend them.

Our two rescue dogs did the 10 day boot camp.  It was a amazing to see the difference from day 1.  I cannot recommend dog training now enough.  They not only trained the dogs but us the owners on how to work with them and give them the commands they need to be successful.

I've been taking my dog to Dog Training Now since he was 10 weeks old. We've gone through Puppy Preschool, Potty Training and 10 Day Obedience. For a short time I have decided to find a daycare place that would help my dog burn some of his energy while I was at work, but that came with consequences. I would bring him home and he would have scratches and scabs from "play time".  After few instances, I've decided what's best for my dog and started to bringing Rocky back to Dog Training Now for a refresher graduate program. Dog Training... read more has been always there, not only is Rocky much more obedient, but he comes home tired, scratch and scab free! I trust Dog Training Now more than I trust myself with my own dog. read less

My dogs (Sucio and Azul) both attended puppy pre-school and Crate and Potty training about a year ago. Socialization taught me so much, from taking my dog to the park and giving him treats as he stopped barking at bikes to teaching him to be excited when seeing runners, instead of alert. As a cattle dog, Azul required a lot more socialization than Sucio but thanks to this place, he learned. No, he doesn't love to play with other dogs, but he greets, runs around and understand the expected behavior in public places.

Today, Sucio and Azul are able to... read more visit dog parks, indoor water pools, dog events, etc.. without an issue. Sucio as an American Staffordshire was attacked at a dog park and instead of fighting back and potentially murdering the dog, he corrected, then I came to the rescue. I mean sure I wish he knew to defend himself better but he knows when the issue goes beyond him correcting, and he trusts me to step in. As an owner of this breed, I am grateful.  Little dogs go after him, he corrects and teaches them to play nice. His bite is so strong (toys go fast) but thanks to training, he defies the breed stereotype. Him having been passed around the circle at Dog Training Now made him love people and kids! All thanks to the after puppy preschool sessions and what we learned about reading our dogs play, when to correct, guiding them and showing them the way.

Sucio went on to an obedience course, and "stay" and "place" are the best words he could have learned. Thanks Matt and thank you Dog Training Now. Now, add a pool!

Location was always clean during our visit, Matt, our trainer was knowledgeable, patient and willing to teach me how to become a dog handler. Will definitely return for refresher courses. By the way, I love that for every 20 reviews, DTN is willing to train a dog in a shelter seeking their Fur-Ever home. Hearing this prompted me to write this review and truly, to further respect this location.

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I took my dog Jada to Dog Training Now because this school was highly recommended in helping my 2 year old rescue boxer/lab mix socialize with other dogs. They are the best! I recommend this school to everyone I know.

Dog training now did an amazing job with my Clark and Addison. They worked extra with Addison with her anxiety!! We love you guys!!! Thank you for a wonderful year with our pups!

My daughter's new 7 mo old rescue dog had been kicked out of group obedience and received complaints from neighbors in her building about her barking. There are a lot of training facilities in the Chicagoland area with really great reviews. I called and emailed at least a dozen. Chris answered when I called Dog Training Now and he was by far the most patient and informative of any other facility. I was also happy to hear that the trainer would take our beloved pup into his/her home for board and train rather than being crated alone overnight in the... read more facility. We made an appointment for everyone to meet and Chris spent an hour or 2 getting to know our dog and going over their training and our expectations. This was before we were even committed to anything. We liked what we heard, booked the 12 day board and train and were fortunate to have Chris as the trainer. Although he was very honest about no guarantees on the barking, especially if due to separation anxiety, we couldn't be more pleased with the results. She knows so many commands now, including "quiet" and although she has only been home for 3 days, the transformation is remarkable and I expect that it will improve even more over time with continued practice. All of the trainers that we met are so nice. The 12 day board and train is obviously a significant expense for most people but rest assured, this is an investment that really pays off for your peace of mind and the well being of your furry family member. read less

The staff and their methods have been very effective for our family's puppy, BrockLeigh, a boxer shepherd mix. He did some board and train and some day training. Initially, I was worried about sending him away for a few days (he rescued us when he was 3 mos, now 1 year), but when he came home he was still the same goofy pup, but with some manners! I really felt the love that the staff has for all the pups and dogs that come through and they are really dedicated to having you learn and implement the training your pup... read more has learned with the rest of your human pack (family). We can't wait to come back and do some more training with our BrockLeigh. read less

Many things stand out....very clean facility, very personable with the dogs, very friendly staff, and awesome advice! They really know what their doing!

After a lot of research and reading reviews, I made an appointment to meet the staff at Dog Training Now. I went in with my dog, Bear, and was impressed with the facility and the trainer (Matt) I met with. My wife and I decided to put Bear in the 10 day Fabulous Dog day training program. We couldn't be happier. Every staff member is kind, gentle, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. The two trainers I had the most contact with were Dan and Chris, and they were fantastic. When we picked up Bear in... read more the evening, every trainer made sure that we knew exactly what Bear had learned during the day, demonstrated what he learned, and then had us do it with him to make sure we were comfortable working with Bear. I can't say enough good things about the staff and training program. I highly recommend Dog Training Now. read less

We took Wrigley with us to the Maxwell St Market today. He has learned so much! He was the most perfect boy. Even with the crowd, vendors music and other dogs, he was amazing. Thank you so much for your outstanding training!

Chris is an amazing trainer and everyone at Dog Training Now are so nice! I was so sad to leave my baby Lucy for a whole week, but Chris sent me lots of photos and gave me updates daily. I just got her back today and I already see so many improvements. Thank you so much for taking care of my Lucy and providing the best training Chris!!

Dog Training Now was a wonderful experience for Gus (my Shephard Mix) as well as for myself! It was astounding the work that they were able to accomplish each day! I loved the fact that I could drop Gus off before work at a place that provides not only excellent training but a place where he can be active most of the day. The entire staff is friendly and knowledgeable. It was so nice to have them walk me through what Gus learned every day to make sure we were able to enforce the commands at home. I simply cannot... read more say enough wonderful things about Dog Training Now. I would recommend to anyone who is looking into training programs. I cannot wait to bring Gus back for some Graduate Refresher days! read less

Dog Training Now has been an awesome place for our family to take our then 3 month old dachshund puppy to puppy preschool and now that he's 4 months old, to day training. Puppy preschool was a great place for our puppy to socialize with other dogs and people while dealing with new situations to build confidence. Not to mention it was a lot of fun for us too! When our puppy was old enough for day training, he went in to learn leash basics such as heel, sit, stay, etc. The day training is great because you leave your... read more dog in the morning and then when you pick him up in the evening, the trainers tell you what your dog has learned and have you practice under their guidance. Every trainer and employee at Dog Training Now is knowledgeable and has a genuine love for the dogs and what they do. I would highly recommend DTN to any dog owner. read less

What a fabulous place! Full of trainers who truly love the dogs! Hossa did wonderfully and is on his way to being a well mannered little guy. Thank you DTN

We adopted our dog Lucky on 11/3/16. She was afraid to walk on a leash and when took her to puppy preschool she would hide under our chair. After two sessions of puppy preschool Lucky was walking on a leash, interacting with other dogs, walking the agility course, accustomed to bicycles and vacuum cleaners.

We went away the first week in December and we did a board and train. Judy took Lucky home with her at night. Before we left, Lucky was house broken to pee pee pads but had a lot of accidents on our carpet.When we returned,... read more Lucky knew all of her basic commands: Sit, stay, down, heel, place, short and Long stay, auto sit and she was completely potty trained. In fact, she was potty trained to go on command. AMAZING....

We took another trip at the end of January 2017 and again we did a board and train. Jackie took Lucky home with her at night and she gave us daily progress reports while we were gone. This time, Lucky was trained not to jump on people and how to sit when a stranger approached with another dog.

Now, Lucky is in off leash training. We are training her to be a therapy dog. During her trainings, she has NEVER appeared anxious, fearful or nervous. She loves going to the studio at Dog Training Now and greets everyone as if they are long lost friends. The trainers and staff are ALWAYS courteous, helpful and ALWAYS gentle with the dogs. If I could rate them a million stars, I would do so. I have never seen them mistreat a dog. They are absolutely wonderful. However, we learned that a dog owner MUST continue to work with their dog at home, otherwise the training isn't effective. Dog Training Now focuses on a team effort with Trainer, family and dog. Keep up the great work. We are your biggest fans. read less

Wonderful! My rescue has so much more confidence! They gave me my sweet dog who is less anxious and happy!!