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Downtown Dogs Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

4.8/5· 160 Google reviews

About Downtown Dogs Chicago

Our dog training system sets up a communication system with your dog through markers. The learning phase is all through positive reinforcement. As the dog becomes fluent in the communication skills, the dog trainer introduces other quadrants of learning for the dog to be able to work through distraction and learn to control his/her impulses. The product is a happy, eager, attentive and obedient dog!

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
  • Recall training

Behavior support

  • Reactivity training
  • Resource guarding

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Day training
  • Group classes
  • In-home training
  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Training level

  • Beginner training

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support Customer-reported

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Training approach

  • E-collar training
  • Positive reinforcement

Additional services

  • Boarding
  • Dog walking
  • Grooming

Consultations

  • Free consultation

Other listed services

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  • 3 Week Boot Camp
  • Animal Care
  • Anxious Dogs
  • Begin Training
  • Continuing Education
  • Crate Trained
  • Distraction Exercises
  • Dog Advice
  • Dog Basic
  • Dog Bed
  • Dog Behaviors
  • Dog Park
  • Dog Training Packages
  • Focused Training
  • German Short Hair Pointer
  • Intensive Training
  • Job Training
  • Jump Start
  • Leash Aggressive
  • Leash Reactive
  • Pet Transport
  • Pups Dog
  • Refresher Courses
  • Training Course
  • Training My Dog
  • Training Your Dog

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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

Do you guarantee results for the price of $2700 and also how long would my 3yr old yorkie have to stay at your facility?

yes we do, We offer a free consultation to go into detail about the 3 week board and train, you can schedule a consultation at chicagodogtraining.com

Community answer · Downtown Dogs Chicago · 2019-09-21

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Do you have German Shepherd and doberman

We train all breeds of dogs!

Community answer · Downtown Dogs Chicago · 2019-09-21

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How many classes do you get for $2700 and what does the training consist of?

We offer a free consultation to go into detail about the 3 week board and train, you can schedule a consultation at chicagodogtraining.com

Community answer · Downtown Dogs Chicago · 2019-09-21

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Do you come to the house to train?

No we do not

Community answer · Downtown Dogs Chicago · 2019-09-21

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What is your fee per night for boarding?

Unfortunately we only board for our training clients at this time

Community answer · Downtown Dogs Chicago · 2018-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.8
out of 5160 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Person aggression 18
  • Board and train 16
  • Recall skills 7
  • Leash biting 4
  • Leash reactivity 4
  • Obedient dog 3
All 10 topics
  • 3 week board and train 2
  • Follow up lessons 2
  • Heel command 2
  • Three week training 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

100 collected reviews

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Lauren Cook
5/5
I took my Staffie (Doug) to Downtown Dogs for their Board and Train program. Ari, Aliya, and their team are very knowledgeable and worked with Doug on improving his listening and recall skills. I love that they have group classes to help reinforce what he learned and to teach me …Read full reviewClose full review

I took my Staffie (Doug) to Downtown Dogs for their Board and Train program. Ari, Aliya, and their team are very knowledgeable and worked with Doug on improving his listening and recall skills. I love that they have group classes to help reinforce what he learned and to teach me how to effectively communicate with him. They offer boarding programs too so I know that I always have a safe, reliable place for Doug to stay when I’m out of town. And, added perk, this is the only place where Doug will allow his nails to be trimmed!

Pedro Roman
1/5

I called the store but a machine answered and the person who answered sounded despotic and aggressive, it seemed like he was talking to animals but he didn't realize that he was answering calls. If that's how it is with people, I can't imagine what it must be like with them. dog parents

S Z
5/5
Downtown Dogs Chicago has changed our and our dog’s life forever. They are worth every penny and more ! Our bulldog was reactive to other dogs and had fear aggression. We did private behavioral classes with A trainer at another facility and group ones which did not correct any of…Read full reviewClose full review

Downtown Dogs Chicago has changed our and our dog’s life forever. They are worth every penny and more ! Our bulldog was reactive to other dogs and had fear aggression. We did private behavioral classes with A trainer at another facility and group ones which did not correct any of the issues. He was kicked out of day care and we were sad and desperate. A friend recommended Downtown Dogs and our lives turned for the better. Henry went through the training and the dog we got back was A completely different animal. 2 years later we still go to group classes once in A while and have kept up with everything we were taught. Thank you to all the trainers , Ari and Aliya

Patricia Wypych
5/5

This review is LONG overdue!! We brought our chow/pit mix here due to her herding / feet nipping habits/ playtime nipping and the trainers here completely transformed my dog. She was a tough cookie to crack and not food motivated AT ALL but the trainers here were so patient. Our dog is now super well behaved, understands boundaries, and is very obedient! 10000% worth the investment!

Lindsey Nystrom
5/5

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.

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