Pet Boarding Training near Skokie

“The entire staff is warm, compassionate and patient. Dr. Stewart pays attention to every detail, thinks quickly and is committed to exceptional care. She has proven to be an excellent listener and communicator, empathetic, adaptable and reliable.“

“Wenz is absolutely amazing! We are so thankful we did the behavioral modification training for our Golden Retriever pup that was going through her teenage phase. I highly recommend working with Wenz, who has a great understanding of how to train dogs at all ages with a loving, caring and gentle attitude. She has a lot of great tricks for barking and leash pulling. She helped us come up with alternatives whenever our pup was being stubborn or biting the leash in public places. As the dog parents, we also learned so much and we developed a stronger relationship with our pup. The best part was learning how to properly leash walk our puppy as well as how she should greet visitors. It’s so easy to walk our pup now around the neighborhood and she’s a lot calmer when we have friends over. We would definitely do it all over again.“

“We sent our dog Apollo to a week of board & train with Ty, Kyle, and Laura while we were away on our honeymoon. We were initially trepidatious because we had never done anything like this for our dog. Now, walking Apollo is like walking with a brand new dog! They did such a great job working with him on his bad walking habits. They also worked with him on his separation anxiety--I was so impressed! The best part was seeing how happy Apollo was to see Ty and Kyle during our recap lesson; it really lets you know that your dog not only learned, but that the staff at Bow Wow treats the dogs beautifully. I am definitely going to continue his training with Bow Wow! he loved it and we love the results!“

“This is the first class we have taken at Paws Chicago Training Center it is a great facility and our instructor is great! We are taking the AKC Canine Good Citizen Class“

“I have to say this place has been the best find in the city for my Cane Corso. She is a big girl and because of her breed/size I stay away from dog parks as people get nervous with smaller dogs. Sean (owner) had no hesitation taking her on and is so flexible with pick up/drop off times. I utilize this space as exercise for her to stay in shape as well as socialize with dogs of all shapes and sizes. Prices are very affordable and their responsiveness is top notch. Might sound silly but I live for their photo updates. They take professional photos outside throughout the day and post them on instagram during your pups stay or send them to you directly if you request. Nothing like seeing your dogs having the time of their lives.“

“We sent our dog Rocky to Western Wag for a little over two years, before moving out of the city. Our dog loved going there and would get excited at dropoff! We miss being a part of the community so much. Rocky would come home exhausted and we could tell from the pictures on instagram that he had a great day. Would recommend it to anyone who is lucky enough to send their dog there.“

“We took the Foundations course with our 7-month old puppy and it was great! Margaret was a phenomenal instructor (very good with the dogs and people). The class only had 5 dogs, so there was plenty of space to work.“

“Best dog Training facility by far. Wouldn't trust my 2 Great Danes with anyone else. Tony and Mike are amazing and so professional. My dogs are so tranformed and well behaved now.“

“Kim and Team were absolutely wonderful. We completed Basic Obedience and Continuing Basic Obedience with our 1.5 yr old husky puppy, who is a lot . . . even for a husky. Not only did she learn new skills, but her ability to listen and focus greatly improved. Kim's methods focusing on clear commands are what every dog need to succeed!“

“My dog loves it there! The staff are helpful, quick to respond via email, and genuinely care about the dogs. They make drop-off easy and fast. I highly recommend them“

“Cannot recommend enough! Did we get training? No because after taking 40 minutes of her time to talk to us, Jody told us we did not need it. Instead during the extremely generous phone call, she told us things we could do to help benefit our dog. She did suggest training right before having a baby though, so when we are at that point we will be giving her a call! Highly recommend for honest and well educated training! PS she came recommended by our vet who is a very straight forward and dog-loving man!“

“Nick and his team at Off Leash Canine are one of a kind! With Nick’s vast knowledge of canine psychology and 20+ years of experience working with dogs, he has helped my dog (Henry) and I so much in training. Henry now comes when called, knows an array of commands and walks beautifully on the leash, all because of Nicks 1:1 sessions with us. We also utilize Nick’s dog walking services 3x a week and cannot be more happy with the service that they provide! I know that Henry is safe and having fun when he’s at the dog park with Nick and his team. I could not recommend Off Lease Canine more, they are the best!“

“They took amazing care of my beloved (foster) dog Rex. He can be a handful and they were not only capable and trustworthy, but flexible and kind with everything we needed. They went above and beyond to make sure he was taken care of and helped to keep Rex on his training course so he can get adopted! Can’t recommend them enough. Pic of Rex for cuteness cred.“

“Took my Aussie Shepherd Margot there for the "Puppy Head Start" class. It was a great opportunity to socialize Margot with other dogs her age - as well as other people. She learned some basic skills - and I learned the concept of positive reinforcement training and how to use it with her.. The instructors - Nancy and Emma - were terrific. Have already signed up for the next level class and looking forward to it.“

“Thank you so much for transforming our puppy into a sweet, loving and obedient friend. We couldn't find anybody better for this job. I'll always recommend your services. Thank you“

“I had a hard time finding the right hotel for my 15-month-old American bully, I didn't feel I can trust anyone with my dog, he was never left with anyone before, he is full of energy and he's not neutered. After Contacting Magdalena we set up Playdates so she can meet my baby doggie. She fell in love with my Dragon! After leaving Dragon I cannot explain how happy, peaceful and comfortable I was leaving my Dragon with Dzika dog academy I was receiving daily updates and pictures, which made me feel comfortable! Magdalena is awesome guys! She is full off energy, she loves animals and she is the only one who I trust with my dog now!!! If I could give her million stars I would, trust me she deserved!!!!“

“Adam was referred to me by a friend. Right off the bat, after our initial meet and greet, we thought our dog was gonna be in good hands. Little did we know how much good Adam would be for our guy! Phife Dog loves him so much, is responsive and happy every time. Adam works on little things too, we just want the best for guy! Like sit, wait. Don't pull. But he gets a workout too! Always knocks out after his walk. #satisfiedcustomer Was able to use him for overnight stay too. Hands down respectful, communicative, piece of mind.“

“My dog loves this place and the staff. Every time we pull into the parking lot and he hears the other dogs barking, my little 12 pound buddy becomes a sled dog and pulls me to the front door in anticipation of playing with the other dogs.“

“We love them SO MUCH. The folks here are so kind to our baby dog (and her humans). She loves daycare and boarding with them. We trust the BowWow team 100%!“

“House of Paws is amazing. My rescue pup has severe separation anxiety so he needs to go to daycare a few days a week when I need to be in the office. I’m extremely particular about who I leave him with, so finding House of Paws has been a life changer. Liz and Josh are great people who truly care about your pet. When my pup first started going to daycare, he was very nervous and had to be coaxed inside, but now he runs and pulls me towards their front door with excitement. Truly a game changer.“

“My dog like the staff which is important, they were fine with me too. The price for the visit was reasonable“

“I’m pretty thorough with where I take my dog and nearly every daycare in the area gave me some kind of red flag - either through recent reviews or visiting and just not feeling very comfortable leaving Jax for an extended period.

Dog. has been a very positive experience so far. I walk over a mile to get there each time and it’s always worth it for the security I feel when he’s there. It’s clean, professionally run, and the dog daycare cameras they offer are reassuring. Jax always leaves tired and the front desk folks are always friendly. Ever since my initial email reach out, they have been very thorough in answering my countless questions without making me feel annoying - which I appreciate.

My dog is my best friend and I don’t want to ever worry about where I leave him. And so far with Dog, I have no had any worries. I appreciate what they offer and how much they clearly care.“

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Found Chicago! Our dog Sammy is severely anxious, and struggled with his confidence on walks, meeting strangers, and encountering other dogs. The fantastic team at Found truly guided Sammy with dedicated care, structure and LOTS of love - the daily updates brought us immense comfort and it was wonderful to watch his progress and growth. Found also specializes in training dog owners alongside their pets to ensure long-term success. We brought Sammy home feeling confident in our ability to maintain Sammy’s training because Justin, Julianna and Mariah (and countless others at Found!) prepared us and equipped us with the tools to succeed. This has been a transformational journey and we can’t wait to see Sammy continue to shine as the happy, confident boy he’s becoming!“

“I recently took my dog, Steffy, to SBK Dog Club, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive.

The grooming itself was top-notch, Steffy came out looking clean, well-trimmed, and smelled great! I also appreciated the detailed report they gave me about her behavior and any issues they noticed during grooming.

I highly recommend SBK Dog Club to any pet owner looking for a reliable and caring grooming service. We will definitely be returning!“

“Dr. Caplan is a dog whisper. CoCo looks great. Reasonable prices as well. Super friendly staff.“

“I used to work as a receptionist for a dog daycare, so I've had to talk to different vets all the time all over Chicago. Now, no longer a receptionist and I have my own puppy; Preiser was one of my top 3 to go to. I HIGHLY recommend, they have a wonderful staff and receptionists. The nurses are so kind, and treated my puppy with so much love. Like, I'm pretty sure my dog loves the vet now. They helped refer me to a specialist and helped me make sure she got the best care. Pricing wasn't terrible at all. The doctor called me personally to discuss my dog which I thought was really thoughtful. Also the lobby is so cute, and welcoming. Sometimes lobbies at vets can be rough, like they can smell, be dirty, have strange colors, and have uncomfortable chairs... but not here. It's so cute and cozy, the sun shines in, there are magazines, comfy sheets, and so much space if you have an uneasy or aggressive pet that needs space from other pets. Also I have to point out that all the plants have their own names it's adorable“