If Man's Best Friend Needs to Learn a Few Manners...
Bring your pet to an experienced dog trainer in Chicago, IL
When it comes down to basic needs, dogs aren't that different from people. Just like us, every dog wants to be shown affection and kindness. With a little love, some professional dog training and lots of patience, you can develop a positive lifelong relationship with your furry friend.
Whether you need help training a new puppy or you want to discourage bad habits in an older dog, our experienced dog trainer can help. Back To Basics Dog Training serves clients in and around Chicago, IL. We offer training courses for dogs of all ages and breeds.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall trainingCustomer-reported
Socialization
Behavior support
Barking
Fear and confidence
Jumping up
Reactivity trainingCustomer-reported
Resource guarding
How training happens
Board and train
In-home trainingCustomer-reported
Online or virtual training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private trainingCustomer-reported
Dog age
Adult dogs
Puppies
Senior dogs
Training level
Advanced obedience
Advanced training
Beginner training
Support between sessions
Homework and practice
Photo updatesCustomer-reported
Dog sports
Agility
Additional services
Boarding
Daycare
Dog walking
Consultations
Free consultation
Other listed services
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Animal Trainer
Animal Training
Basic Commands
Behavior Changes
Canine Behavioral
Canine Handler
Custom Dog Training
Dog Bark
Dog Training Education
Dog Training Method
Dog Training Program
Dog Training Schedule
Dog Training School
Dog Training Sessions
Dog Training Techniques
Dog's Behavior
Dogs Playing
Free Assessment
Free Dog Training Assessment
Free Phone Consultation
In Person Training
Pet Insurance
Teaching Your Dog
Training Your Dog
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Questions & answers
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What people have asked about this business.
Do you have a training facility?
Not right now.
We do in home visits or meet in the middle for training sessions as we prefer to work outside. We want to train pups to listen better and more consistently outside (outdoors is where it gets difficult for them). Hope this helps!
Community answer · Back To Basics Dog Training · 2023-09-21
What are the prices? None are listed on the website.
Hello Jessica , thanks for the inquiry! The prices aren’t listed because it varies depending on the type of training needed and your goals. It ranges from $600-750 for 4-5 weeks program. Please fill in the short form on our website to schedule a call with us so we can learn more about your pup and give you a better estimate!
Community answer · Back To Basics Dog Training · 2023-09-21
5/5We had the best experience working with Jenn from Back to Basics! From session 1 we could tell she really knew her stuff and she quickly got to know us and our dog, Poppy, so she could personalize training. We had already done some basic training with Poppy, but Jenn was able to …Read full reviewClose full review
We had the best experience working with Jenn from Back to Basics! From session 1 we could tell she really knew her stuff and she quickly got to know us and our dog, Poppy, so she could personalize training. We had already done some basic training with Poppy, but Jenn was able to help us tighten up what she already knew and teach her (and us) some really useful new commands. We saw improvement quickly, and Poppy is now more responsive on walks and has more tools to calm herself when guests come over. Highly recommend Jenn- she was kind, knowledgeable, and super helpful!
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Donald Krause
5/5
Jenn did a great job in training our dog Rupert. He has improved immensely since we started the training. Rupert quickly has become a more calm and tame dog and doesn’t jump on people nearly as much as before.
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Jenn Levreault
5/5I luckily came across Wen Tze and Ermias at Back to Basics while searching for training help for my 3 year old Schnauzer/mutt sibling pups who constantly pulled on walks and barked/yelped at other dogs. Ermias was very professional and came prepared with a plan catered to me and …Read full reviewClose full review
I luckily came across Wen Tze and Ermias at Back to Basics while searching for training help for my 3 year old Schnauzer/mutt sibling pups who constantly pulled on walks and barked/yelped at other dogs. Ermias was very professional and came prepared with a plan catered to me and my two very co-dependent dogs over a five week course. I can now successfully walk past other dogs without them creating a scene and both of my dogs are much more attentive to me with basic commands unlike they ever have been prior to formal training. I was so impressed with how much improvement they both made with listening overall and I couldn't be happier with the outcome of this training course. Thanks again, E!
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Claire Hynes
5/5We decided to reach out to Wenz for personal training since we already brought our puppy to Posh Pet Club daycare. We talked with her on what we wanted to work on and Wenz ended up helping us with each thing. Our biggest issue was we wanted to be able to take our dog on walks and…Read full reviewClose full review
We decided to reach out to Wenz for personal training since we already brought our puppy to Posh Pet Club daycare. We talked with her on what we wanted to work on and Wenz ended up helping us with each thing. Our biggest issue was we wanted to be able to take our dog on walks and not feel like she was out of control. I now feel like I can walk her anywhere! It was the best decision we could’ve made for our pup! Wenz does an amazing job personalizing the training to your particular dog’s needs. We would highly recommend!
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Christopher Nichols
5/5I recently had the pleasure of enrolling my goldendoodle in a two-week training program with Wen, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the results. Prior to the training, my dog struggled significantly with focusing, especially around other dogs. His anxiety and lack of attention…Read full reviewClose full review
I recently had the pleasure of enrolling my goldendoodle in a two-week training program with Wen, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the results. Prior to the training, my dog struggled significantly with focusing, especially around other dogs. His anxiety and lack of attention made walks and social interactions quite challenging.
Wen did an absolutely fantastic job working with him. In just two weeks, the transformation has been remarkable. My once easily distracted and anxious dog is now much calmer and more focused. This change has exceeded all my expectations. We continue to practice the techniques Wen taught us at home, and I am continually impressed with how well my dog responds.
The Posh Pet Club where he trained is also an excellent facility. It is clean, and the staff genuinely care about the well-being of the animals. I felt confident leaving my dog in their care, knowing he was in a safe and loving environment. Additionally, he received a summer groom during his stay, which looked great.
I would not hesitate to recommend Wen as a dog trainer. She has an extraordinary ability to connect with dogs using positive reinforcement methods. Her dedication and skill have made a significant difference in my dog's behavior and overall personality. If you're looking for a professional and compassionate dog trainer, Wen is undoubtedly the one to trust.
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