Training that feels like magic
Imagine life with your dog feeling easier, sweeter, and more joyful, where your bond deepens through play, presence, and discovery.
Whether you’re raising a puppy, preventing future problems, or untangling behaviours already causing stress, we guide you toward simple, effective solutions that also deepen your bond with your dog.
Here, training isn’t just about fixing behaviour — it’s about building understanding.
Whether you’re in the Chicagoland area or farther afield, you’ll learn to listen, your dog will feel heard, and together you’ll unlock possibilities neither of you knew existed.
Ready for a well-trained dog?
Upcoming events
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Learn to draw and paint your pet!
Saturdays, 9:30am - 12:20pm
10/25 - 12/6
Celebrate your pet by turning their image into a series of expressive, hands-on artworks. Each week, you’ll experiment with a new medium — print transfer, charcoal, collage, watercolour, and interpretive painting — using a different photo of your animal companion. This is a relaxed, studio-based class focused on playful exploration, personal style, and deepening your creative connection with your beloved muse.
Beginners welcome!
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Dog Dance & Tricks!
Tuesdays, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
11/11 - 12/9
What’s Dog Dance?
If you’ve never heard of it, picture your dog’s favorite tricks set to music.Why You’ll Love It:
🐾 Teach your dog new tricks (and polish old favorites)
🎶 Learn to link moves into simple, fun routines
💪 Strengthen focus, confidence, and leash skills
❤️ Deepen your teamwork and communication as your dog learns to move with you, stay by your side, and check in often to see what fun comes next
🙌 Share laughs and cheers with other dog-loving teamsPlus, you’ll have the option to earn your AKC Trick Titles during class!
No experience needed — just bring treats, enthusiasm, and your canine dance partner.
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An Immersive October Dog Training Adventure!
10/01 - 10/31
This October, dog training gets a spooky twist…
The Familiar’s Field Guide is no ordinary training course; it’s a story you and your dog step inside together.
Through playful quests and haunting audio, you’ll explore real-life skills in a world that feels equal parts eerie and enchanting.
Guided by story, you and your dog will uncover courage, connection, and joy.
Will you and your familiar dare to enter?
join our dog dance & tricks class!
join our dog dance & tricks class!
Unleash Your Inner Dance Partner:
A Tricks & Dog Dance Class Like No Other!
Does your dog love to learn new things? Want to build teamwork, connection, and joy while adding a little flair to your skills? This class blends creative tricks (think spins, bows, leg weaves, paw shakes, and more) with the playfulness of canine freestyle — dog dancing!
What’s Dog Dance?
If you’ve never heard of it, picture your dog’s favorite tricks set to music. It’s not about perfect choreography or costumes (unless you want them!) — it’s about celebrating the fun and bond between you and your dog. Every wag, spin, and step strengthens your connection.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Teach your dog new tricks (and polish old favorites)
- Learn to link moves into simple, fun routines
- Strengthen focus, confidence, and leash skills
- Deepen your teamwork and communication as your dog learns to move with you, stay by your side, and check in often to see what fun comes next
- Share laughs and cheers with other dog-loving teams
Plus, you’ll have the option to earn your AKC Trick Titles during class!
No experience needed — just bring treats, enthusiasm, and your canine dance partner.
This October, dog training gets a spooky twist…
The Familiar’s Field Guide is no ordinary training course; it’s a story you and your dog step inside together.
Through playful quests and haunting audio, you’ll explore real-life skills in a world that feels equal parts eerie and enchanting.
Guided by story, you and your dog will uncover courage, connection, and joy.
Will you and your familiar dare to enter?
Learn how to draw & paint your pet this autumn!
Join our new class
Portraits of the Beloved:
Exploring Pet Portraiture Across Media
Training that’s fun, force-free & effective
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Two-way Communication
Our training teaches you ways to better communicate with your dog, so they understand what you want, and gives your dog ways to communicate with you — in ways you like!
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Without Fear or Punishment
Our aim is to increase your dog’s confidence and strengthen their trust in you. Our training will always build up your dog! This means we won’t try to intimidate them, physically punish or coerce them, or try to make them afraid.
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Safe, Pain-free Equipment
We do not use choke chains, prong collar, vibration collars, or electronic / shock collars. These tools often rely on causing dogs pain and can create additional problems, including increased aggression. If you’re currently using one of these tools, don’t worry! We understand why they’re used, and if you’re interested, we can work with you to identify alternative equipment that’s safe and comfortable for you and your dog.
Want a dog who’s less wild and more wonderful?
🐾 Free 30-Minute Consultation Call
Let’s talk about your dog — and what’s possible.
This no-pressure, 30-minute phone call is for curious, caring guardians who want to explore what working together could look like.
We’ll talk about:
✔ What’s going on with your dog (behaviorally or emotionally)
✔ What kind of support you’re looking for
✔ Which program or pathway might be the best fit
✔ How I work, and what you can expect
This isn’t a training session or behaviour assessment — it’s a warm, welcoming first conversation. A chance to ask questions, share your story, and find out if this is the right fit for you and your pup.
You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
Let’s take the first step together.
Ready to stART YOUR TRAINING JOURNEY?
Your journey starts with understanding — not judgment.
This 90-minute session is your opportunity to share your dog’s story, ask questions, and explore the best support options for your unique situation.
Together, we’ll:
✔ Talk through your goals, concerns, and your dog’s history
✔ Observe your dog’s behavior and body language in a safe, supportive space
✔ Begin to uncover the root causes behind unwanted behaviors
✔ Map out a personalized training plan — one that honors both your dog’s needs and your lifestyle
You’ll leave this session with insight, next steps, and a clear path forward — whether you’re navigating reactivity, raising a puppy, or supporting a sensitive soul.
Because every transformation starts with a conversation.
And every dog deserves to be seen, heard, and understood.
