At Underdog Academy, we specialize in elite dog training designed to help both pets and their owners succeed. Located in Algonquin, Illinois, our boutique training and grooming facility provides a calm, professional environment where we focus on quality over quantity. We work with a select number of dogs at a time, ensuring personalized attention and service-dog-level training.
Our training programs are tailored to your dog’s needs, from mastering basic commands to achieving total off-leash freedom. Every dog enrolled in our program also enjoys a lifetime guarantee, so you’re supported for the rest of your pet’s life.
Training & services
Training goals
Leash training
Obedience training
Socialization
Behavior support
Barking
How training happens
Private trainingProgram details
Unleash Your Dog’s Best Self with Our FREE Training Trial and Evaluation!
Ready for a game-changer? At Underdog Academy, we’re offering a FREE Dog Training Trial and Evaluation that’ll leave you and your pup barking with excitement! Drop off your furry friend for a full day of expert training, and watch our skilled trainers transform their behavior and obedience like magic.
Here’s the Fun Plan:
Drop-Off: Bring your dog for a day packed with training awesomeness.
Evening Pickup & Private Lesson: · Listed price: From $0.00
Dog age
PuppiesCustomer-reported
Dog size
Large dogsProgram details
Treat your furry friend to the ultimate spa experience designed specifically for large sized breeds . Our Large Dog Grooming Service is tailored to meet the unique needs of petite companions, ensuring they leave looking and feeling their absolute best. · Listed price: From $110.00
Treat your furry friend to the ultimate spa experience designed specifically for Extra large sized breeds . Our Extra Large Dog Grooming Service is tailored to meet the unique needs of petite companions, ensuring they leave looking and feeling their absolute best. · Listed price: From $130.00
Small dogsProgram details
Treat your furry friend to the ultimate spa experience designed specifically for small breeds . Our Small Dog Grooming Service is tailored to meet the unique needs of petite companions, ensuring they leave looking and feeling their absolute best. · Listed price: From $75.00
Additional services
GroomingProgram details
Treat your furry friend to the ultimate spa experience designed specifically for medium sized breeds . Our Medium Dog Grooming Service is tailored to meet the unique needs of petite companions, ensuring they leave looking and feeling their absolute best. · Listed price: From $90.00
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Free Dog TrainingProgram details
Unlock Your Dog’s Potential with a Free Training Day! ??
Give your furry friend the gift of professional training at Underdog Academy—absolutely FREE! This one-day experience is designed to show you what your dog is truly capable of, with personalized attention from our expert trainers.
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• Professional, experienced trainers
• Tailored training for · Listed price: From $0.00
Nail ClippingProgram details
Give your pet the pampering they deserve with our Nail Clipping Service—a quick, stress-free, and precise session that keeps their paws looking polished and ensures their comfort and well-being! · Listed price: From $15.00
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5/5I really wish we had a facility like this in my town, because I see a lot of value in the training model. While we weren't able to commit to the time requirement due to previous engagements and distance from our home, this model would be super helpful if you are a busy pet parent…Read full reviewClose full review
I really wish we had a facility like this in my town, because I see a lot of value in the training model. While we weren't able to commit to the time requirement due to previous engagements and distance from our home, this model would be super helpful if you are a busy pet parent and would prefer to drop your dog off for training and have professionals handle the "bulk" of the process. The entire staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I appreciated all their insight and understanding around our pup's specific issue. It is clear by the other dogs in their care that they know what they are doing and how to communicate with dogs.
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Rodney Hill
5/5
Great Service
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Sandra D
5/5
Staff was incredibly knowledgeable and informative on training and behavior corrections
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Sandra Llanes
5/5
We just left a training session with our dog Calvin and it went absolutely fantastic! There were so many things that we learned and want to encourage in our day to day. We really want to come back:) The staff here is great and they REALLY know what they are doing.
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April DeLaughter
5/5
We went for the free lesson and though we decided not to continue I would definitely recommend them. They sent videos and texts during the day to keep you informed and our dog showed signs of improvement in them. Overall the people there seemed very educated. (Plus they also play pretty good music)
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