Dog Training Services

PUPPY PAWSIBILITIES

This is the most critical time during the life of your dog! Puppy classes provide education on: leadership, manners, socialization, housebreaking and beginning obedience and can help to stop unwanted behaviors such as nipping, chewing, jumping, and barking. We even have a session on beginning agility and confidence building! Classes are kept small (7 puppies maximum) to reduce distractions and increase lots of individual attention!

Ages 9 weeks to 5 months. 6 one hour group classes: $185.
(See “Training Schedule” for next start dates)

BASIC PLUS PAWSIBILITIES (*NEW CLASS*)

Basic Plus is a new class that is designed for dogs/puppies that have had formal puppy training and are ready to build on those skills without all the introduction of previous foundational skills learned in puppy class. This class takes you to the next level of training and introduces new skills for puppy graduates. Classes are kept small (7 dogs maximum) to reduce distractions and increase lots of individual attention!

5 Months and Older. 4 one hour group classes: $145
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BASIC PAWSIBILITIES

Basic dog obedience is designed to teach essential commands that every dog should know and is designed for dogs with little to no formal training experience. This program will cover: verbal and/or hand signals applied to positive training techniques and general applications for the day to day life with your dog. Classes are kept small (7 dogs maximum) to reduce distractions and increase lots of individual attention!

5 Months and Older. 7 one hour group classes: $200
(See “Training Schedule” for next start dates)

THERAPY DOG CLASS

Have you ever thought of doing therapy work with your dog and you are not sure if your dog has what it takes to work in this field? Maybe you are concerned about the difficult tests your dog must pass in order to become certified? Look no further! Anything is PAWSible is offering a four week course on how to prepare your dog to work in dog therapy with you. Rendy Schwartz is an evaluator for Canine Therapy Corps (formally Chenny Troupe) here in Chicago and can help your dog prepare for work in the field of therapy.

  • 4 one hour group classes. $145.00*
    (See “Training Schedule” for next start dates)

ADVANCED PAWSIBILITIES

Advanced dog obedience focuses on off-leash training under high distractions. Advanced Classes focus on the Canine Good Citizen Manners outline and take your dogs skill set to an all new level!Classes are kept small (6 dogs maximum) to reduce distractions and increase lots of individual attention!

Completion of Basic Pawsibilities or instructor approval. 6 one hour group classes: $185
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BARK AROUND THE PARK PAWSIBILITIES

This class focuses on real world training in a new park setting eack week. The class is designed to proof recall, leash walking and focus on owners while confronted with distractions at various parks throughout the city. All dogs must be people and dog friendly. Basic Plus or Advanced Class graduatation is recommended. Dogs must have solid sit, down, stay and a foundation in leash walking and come to be capable of succeeding in Bark Around The Park Pawsibilities.

Recommended Age is one year and older. Long training line recommended 5 one hour group classes: $175.
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TRICKS FOR KICKS!

Our newly added TRICKS FOR KICKS class is all about having fun with your dog. Teaching your dogs tricks is a great way to strengthen the bond between you and your dog, build confidence with timid or shy dogs, or just make you and others smile! Teach your dog to dance, army crawl, play peek-a-boo and much, much more! Your dog will learn 20 tricks in three weeks!!! Kids are welcome to come to this exciting and rewarding class!

  • All ages welcome. 3 one hour group classes: $85
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CHILD AND PET ADAPTATIONS

Whether you are bringing a new born baby home from the hosptial, buying a new puppy for your child, or bringing home a new pet to co-habitate with another pet or simply need help selecting a new puppy or dog, a pet adaptation lesson can make your life transition easier. These private, in-home sessions are designed to show all family members the best way to integrate a new life into your household.

2 one hour sessions: $160

Party PAWSibilities

Are you looking for an occasion to throw a party for your pooch? We have the ultimate dog party for you! Anything Is PAWsible now hosts Pooch Parties.

All Inclusive Party Package Includes:
• Party for up to 15 dogs maximum
• Treats and plush toys for all dogs
• Party hats for all dogs
• Bandanna for the host dog
• Individual dog cakes for all dogs
• Party Decorations
• “Ask the Trainer” question and answer availability
• Two hours of space rental
Package Price $250.00/Advanced Notice Required

Please note: In order to have a fun and safe time, we require at least one human to every two dogs. All participants (canine) must be current on their DHLPP and rabies.

BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION

This program is for dogs that have a specific problem, such as: aggression, jumping, barking, chewing, improper elimination etc. Classes are offered in conjunction with a basic obedience program or separately for well behaved dogs that have specific behavior problems. Behavior modification can be private session or in conjunction with one of our other classes.

Call (773) 919-7297 for details

PRIVATE PAWSIBILITIES

Private lessons are tailored for the busy pet owner with a limited time schedule. These fully customized lessons are based on the temperament of the dog and the goals of the owner. Private lessons take place in our facility or in your home.

  • 1 Session = $85.00 (in-home) or $65.00 (studio)
  • 4 Sessions = $320.00 (in-home) or $240.00 (studio)
  • 6 Sessions = $480.00 (in-home) or $370.00 (studio)

Ask us about our discount for rescue/shelter dogs.