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Realistic, Positive Dog Training For a Calm Future

RK9 Training LLC, Puppy Training, Chicago dog training

I help new dog owners say goodbye to puppy-chaos and hello to pawfect leash walking, listening skills and happy homes.

Dog training service in Chicago

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Training your puppy shouldn’t feel overwhelming, confusing, or like you’re constantly second guessing yourself. You deserve support that actually makes sense and a trainer who gets what real life with a puppy looks like. That’s where I come in.

I specialize in helping puppy parents turn everyday chaos into clear, doable training routines that actually stick. No harsh methods, no intimidation, and no expecting perfection overnight. Just practical, positive training that fits into your life and helps your dog learn in a way that builds trust, confidence, and real results.

And I truly get it because I’m in it too. I have a puppy, Cricket (Boston Terrier), and I’m going through the puppy stage right alongside you. The distracted walks, the random zoomies, the “why are you like this today?” moments I’m living it in real time. So when I say I understand the frustration (and the wins), I mean it!

With over a decade of hands on experience working with animals from shelter dogs to professional training programs I’ve seen it all. I’m certified through CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and the Victoria Stilwell Academy, and I’m a proud member of the Pet Professional Guild, which means my approach is always rooted in no fear, no force, and no pain. Training should feel good for both you and your dog and that’s exactly what we focus on.

When you work with me, you’re not just getting a training plan you’re getting guidance, support, and someone in your corner who will celebrate the wins with you (even the small ones) and help you through the frustrating moments too. Because raising a puppy is a lot but with the right help, it doesn’t have to feel impossible.

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