Want your dog to be Chicago city savvy? Positive Reinforcement Training for the Urban Pup

Services

  • Group Classes

    Check out our group class options. Our classes are designed to develop focus and engagement in busy environments.

    Group Classes

  • Group Walks

    We offer group walks in local city parks. We have options specifically for reactive dogs or any dogs looking to work on parallel walking skills.

    Group Walks

  • Private Training

    Let’s work 1x1 to tackle some of your training goals. We offer individual sessions or packages.

    Private Training

  • Day Training

    Jump start your training by having us do some of the heavy lifting. We offer 4- and 5-week options that include trainer sessions and group sessions to transfer skills

    Day Training

Success Stories

  • "She provided us with so many tools to help support them while walking, and their reactivity has diminished significantly."

    Vicki & Brenton

  • "She is incredibly knowledgeable and she provided him (and us!) the one on one attention we needed. "

    Lizzy & Laura

  • "Margaret’s calm and positive style creates an environment where dogs and humans can bring their imperfect selves to grow rapidly and approach challenges with curiosity, not fear or embarrassment."

    Dana & Kevin

  • "Under Margaret’s leadership, we learned many techniques that helped all enjoy Hank on walks and in social situations. She was professional and friendly."

    Steve & Karen

  • "Margaret's training methods are based on years of experience which is centered around understanding the underlying behavior and correcting it using positive reinforcement. "

    Alyssa

  • "Margaret meets you and your pup wherever you are in your journey and makes the training fun, realistic, and achievable."