Canine State Of Mind

Jun 2024

If you're in search of exceptional boarding and training services for your canine companion, look no further than Canine State of Mind. Leaving your beloved pet in the capable hands of Sasha and her team at Canine State of Mind will provide you with unparalleled peace of mind. They offer an authentic, loving, and expert program designed to cater to both you and your canine's needs. I first started bringing my Pug named Cleo to Canine State of Mind in 2023 when I needed long-term care for her while I was out of the country. Initially, I had reservations about leaving her as I had never boarded her anywhere before and wanted the best possible care for her. However, my worries quickly dissipated as I witnessed the level of compassionate care provided by Sasha and her team. Not only do they ensure Cleo's well-being, but they also offer programs that strengthen the bond between you and your dog in a thoughtful and intelligent manner. Cleo is genuinely excited to go to "Camp" at Canine State of Mind, as we fondly refer to it. I have complete peace of mind knowing that she is in capable hands. I appreciate how Sasha and her team understand and accept Cleo, and during her stay, she naturally learns and returns to us with an even calmer, kinder, and more intelligent demeanor. Sasha also takes the time to communicate and educate us humans, allowing us to grow and improve our relationship with Cleo in every aspect.

Jun 2024

We refuse to send our two girls Melody and Treble anywhere else! Is it expensive? It's not the cheapest option, but honestly it's not much more than the concrete jails that most boarding places are around Chicago. If you love your dogs like family and want the best for them, you can't do better than Canine State of Mind! When my wife and I moved to Chicago last Spring, we were really concerned about where we could safely and comfortably leave our dogs. We love to travel and we can't enjoy ourselves fully if we aren't 100% sure our fur babies are being treated as well as we do, and we certainly can't enjoy ourselves knowing that they are stuck in a concrete kennel for most of a day or only able to go outside for short periods. We had a trip to Norway planned right after moving here and at the last minute our dog sitter fell through. Enter Sasha and Canine State of Mind! She went out of her way to make sure she had space for our girls, she told us about her farm and the grounds the dogs are on, how they get to spend their time, and it sounded like Doggie summer camp. That's exactly what it is! Our girls get to run around the grounds, have plenty of time outside and with the other dogs, and truly enjoy themselves! Just look at the photo of them running and smiling with bandanas on at CSoM! I can't speak to the training but knowing Sasha and having used them many times now, I would bet $s to dog food that it is life changing and you won't find better if you want to help your dog behaviorally, and you also need help to make sure they can be their best selves. Even without doing the training, we've noticed all around improvements in their confidence, happiness, and sociability. After living outside by the beach and seeing few dogs for 2 years prior to moving here, they were pretty reactive and unruly. I could tell that they were stressed out, but I couldn't help them, and it's impossible to avoid other dogs and people on the 606. Literally, the first time they came back from the farm that was gone and I attribute that to the environment Sasha and her team create. She helped them remember that they were safe and confident and comfortable around strange dogs and strange people. TLDR: Just use them. If you love your dogs like we do, you could never find a better place for them to stay and enjoy their own vacation while you enjoy your own! To the negative reviews about "not getting your dog back" or "not getting any pictures", I'm sorry you had bad experiences but I can't relate. They are always responsive but not immediately so, and that's fine. Enjoy your own vacation and trust the process. They never miss pick ups and drop offs. I will admit that I find the lack of photos frustrating but I also understand that the dogs are being allowed to be dogs rather than being photographed and isn't that what's most important? Plus, shouldn't I be in the moment myself and enjoying where I am instead of stressing out about what my dogs are up to at every given moment?

Apr 2023

Sasha is an absolute master at her craft. Not only is she a phenomenal dog behavioralist, but she so deeply understands the human psychology and the intricate connection between them both. You can feel her passion for her work in her love for dogs and in her love for educating, guiding, and empowering you to lead. Through her holistic approach, she examines all dimensions of behavior - mind, body, spirit - to bring all aspects into harmony and balance. I have had the most incredible experience working with Sasha, and hold her in the highest regard. She is a powerful leader and teacher, ushering in a new paradigm of the human-canine relationship. Her work is deeply transformative and will leave you feeling empowered as the alpha that you are meant to be!