In Home Dog Training: Where the Best Dogs Learn

When it comes to in home training your dog, it’s important to ensure that you are creating the most optimal environment to achieve success. One key factor in this is to ensure that the training sessions are in a quiet and relaxing space, allowing your pup to focus their attention and limit any potential distractions. This allows your dog to concentrate, absorb new information, and it is the most important stage of training. 

While group training has its benefits, it can also have its potential drawbacks. Many people confuse group training classes as “socialization” Unless the group class offers time for the dogs to “interact” then it is not socializing, it is distraction. Distraction training happens after your dogs has learnt basic foundation and is able to perform in a environment that can pull the attention away from the handler. For example Leash Walking.  Most dogs will pull on a leash if they see a squirrel, another dog, or a person. However if your dog understands the princapals of walking on leash, then it will be less likely that the dog will pull.

In Home training provides the a better suit experience for both the dog and the owner. Don’t hesitate to visit dogs4life.com to discover how you can master basic foundation skills and leash training.

In Home Dog Training Offers

  • Personalized attention
  • Individual programs
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Less distraction
  • Reduces frustration, anxiety, stress
  • Beneficial for all dog
  • Trains in the environment the dog lives

In Home Dog Training Programs

In Home Dog Training

The Benefits of Private In Home Dog Training

When it comes to addressing common behavior issues, in home training has a lot of advantages over other methods, such as group classes or online videos. First of all, private training is tailored specifically to your families unique training needs. Your trainer will get to know your pup and create a customized training plan based on his or her individual personality and behavior.

Another benefit of private in home dog training is that it allows you to get one-on-one help with the specific issues you’re dealing with. Maybe your puppy is doing great with potty training but still needs help with nipping. Or maybe chewing is your main concern. Whatever the case may be, your trainer can focus on those specific issues and help you find solutions that work for both you and your pup.

And finally, private in home dog training is convenient and flexible. You can schedule sessions around your busy schedule, and you don’t have to worry about coordinating transportation to and from group classes.

If common puppy behavior issues are getting the best of you, don’t hesitate to reach out to a professional trainer for help. Private training is an effective way to address your pup’s specific needs and help them (and you!) stay happy and healthy.

In Home Dog Training Conclusion:

Common behavior issues can be frustrating, but private in home dog training can help! With its customized plans, one-on-one assistance, and flexible scheduling, private training is the best way to address common puppy behaviors in a way that works for both you and your pup. So if you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to reach out to a professional trainer today.

Roxie was adopted as a young pup with an unknown background. We have had Golden Retrievers and Labrador Retrievers in the past and didn't appreciate the difference in training techniques that would be necessary for Roxie. We hired Christine for in home training, mostly for training us….she was able to teach us how to communicate effectively with Roxie and to not give her ‘mixed’ messages. Now there are no free lunches, Roxie has gone from being unruly to listening and actually enjoying ‘working’ while she is training. She is anxious to please and willing to listen. We are committed to life long training with Roxie. What we now realize is that communicating and training each dog requires evaluation of that individual dog’s personality which Christine did very well. Roxie loves her and will miss our regular training sessions as we ‘head out’ on our own. It is too bad that we don’t have before and after videos. For us Christine was the super nanny for dogs! " Gay Crain and Dr. Cindy Charlier, DVM St. Charles IL
Roxanne and I are former students. We’ve moved to a new home where there are a LOT of dogs walking. Yesterday we went on our first walk in the neighborhood. Anxious because, admittedly, we haven’t been religious about all of the rules. I’m so excited to report… not only were we NOT the worst behaved walkers, we may have been the BEST. Thanks for giving us the skills we need to be Model Citizens
Collins House
Collins House
This review is way over due but Christine was amazing with Karma! Before Karma went to training she was a almost 2 year old untrained (and it showed) Rottweiler, wild, rude and on the obnoxious side. She's been home now since June 4th and is wonderful! I can now take her places that I was never able to before like Home Depot, pet supply plus, petsmart and I even brought her to a restaurant where they allow dogs on the patio. So many people complimented on her behavior. Some of my friends and family are convinced she switched dogs on us lol. She sent me regular updates and videos of her progress which was awesome. even after day 3 i was amazed! I will never own a dog again that I wont send to Christine. it was well worth it!
Kristine Botkin
Kristine Botkin
We adopted our pup when she was about a year old. She was a stray and not used to being in a household. Our new pup dug under fences, chewed couches and pillows, and jumped on everyone she met. After a handful of visits with Chris (and our homework completed diligently each time), she stopped chewing inappropriately, would sit, stay, go to her place or crate, and while she still looks for love from everyone she meets, she is far less jumpy. We really appreciated that Chris started her training with the entire family, including our three children. This helped us all to get on the same page right away. I highly recommend Chris!
Anna Karrick
Anna Karrick
I can’t say enough good things about Christine. We took our four month old French Bulldog, Piper to Dogs 4 Life for 12 days of boarding and training. We can’t believe the change we’ve seen with Piper!!! (Take a look at some of the videos that are posted.) She now follows basic commands, is well adapted to being in her kennel and is all around a better trained Puppy! Working with Christine has been a great experience and we are extremely happy with her work with Piper. I would highly recommend Christine and Dogs 4 Life.
Steven Webber
This a review for Christine with dogs 4 life. she worked with us and our dog, tyla. tyla is a rescue pup that has been through 3 homes....we are her fourth (and forever). needless to say, she came in quite anxious and unsure of herself. christine knew how to modify the training to fit tyla's personality and needs. now, not only does tyla sit, stay, and wait...she walks with confidence, makes eye contact, and wags that tail! (not mention has a bit of a prance in her step!) thank you, christine!
Lindsey Luker
Christine helped trained my dog in a board and train for my 1 1/2 y/o yorkiepoo and did an excellent job. Before my dog was lunging, jumping, not listening in distractions, pulling, barking at other dogs and hated car rides. He has improved alot in many areas, at first i couldnt believe he was my CoCo. He is now a better version of himself and now iam able to take him on a walk without stressing he will try to lunge and bark at other dogs. He is polite gentleman! Thanks Christine for all your hard work and making a difference! Now me and Coco can both be happy on our nice long walks and enjoy going on car rides
Monica Valdez
I call Christine at Dog 4 Life to help me teach the basics to my 1 year old collie pups. We did the in home training so she could work with the whole family. She was great in providing us the tools we needed. I recently went back to Christine as one of my boys has become a bit reactive while we are out for a walk (especially if I walk them together). We worked one on one and again she gave me great tools and directions (I needed to be taught how to handle my dog in those situations). Now I feel comfortable going out and working with my dog so we can both enjoy our walks together. Thanks Christine!
Alisha Gruger
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important things

The ideal time to begin training is around 7 to 8 weeks for most puppies, and the most effective training involves positive reinforcement and gentle commands. This is also the age to begin socializing your puppy to new people and new species, allowing them to explore and have new experiences.

Training an older dog is totally possible, and in some cases might even be easier than training a puppy. Dogs are lifelong learners, and generally speaking they love to please their owners and receive attention. You can leverage these characteristics to train any dog, no matter their age or training background.

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Because dog training can be simple yet complex when working with behaviors we require a phone conversation with each potential client.

We want to make sure that we have the information we need to properly assess your needs and review your training goals which allows us to create a program that fits your  goals.

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Our program fees are discounted from our regular hourly rate and have expiration dates with a no refund policy. If you feel that you do not want to commit to a program or that you will not be able to complete a program within the allotted time, you can opt for session per sessions at our regular hourly rates. 

We allow (1) same day cancellation  without charge. Otherwise anything less than 24 hours is chargeable .

3 Hour Programs expire after 5 weeks.

5 hour programs expire after 8 weeks.

7 hour programs expire after 12 weeks.