Walk the Dog Training

Walk the Dog Training is a small in-home boarding and training service in Chicago, IL, where dogs stay in a home and keep working on good habits. It takes only two dogs at a time. That makes it a good choice for owners who want personal, cage-free dog boarding in Chicago instead of a busy kennel.

What does a boarding stay include?

Boarding and training go together here. Dogs get off-leash playtime in an enclosed yard. Their stay also gives them time to practice everyday skills like calm house manners and walking on a loose leash. The business holds a certification as a Certified Professional of Animal Training & Enrichment through the Animal Behavior Institute.

• Cage-free, in-home boarding
• Off-leash play in an enclosed yard
• Boarding combined with training
• Pickup and drop-off service
• Private dog training sessions

Which dogs are a good fit?

The service accepts energetic dogs, senior dogs, and dogs with special needs. Its training work covers puppy training, socialization, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, and loose-leash walking. That makes a stay useful for dogs who need steady practice on a behavior that one short session won't fix.

The website describes a patient, flexible approach. It focuses on reading a dog's body language, rewarding good choices, and trying new methods when something isn't working. The tone is warm and practical, with no one-size-fits-all promises.

Practical details for owners

Nightly boarding runs from $85 to $125, according to the business's website. Booking is done online, and the team can also be reached by phone at 312-767-8245. Every stay comes with a satisfaction guarantee: if an owner isn't happy, the business offers a refund or a redo of the service.