Private, in-home dog training services for Peoria, Ill and the surrounding community.
We’re focused on helping you achieve your goals, all while making sure your dog’s needs are met. After all, the saying is true – “A happy dog is a good dog”
Let us help you…
Work on the basics
Is your dog lacking in formal training? We’ll make sure your dog learns the basics and how to perform in a variety of scenarios.
Establish polite manners
Say goodbye to the jumping, barking, and overly excited greetings. We’ll help your dog learn how to be a polite canine host.
Stop all of the leash pulling
There’s not much more frustrating than a dog dragging you down the sidewalk! We’ll teach your dog to walk with you, so you can finally enjoy your walks again.
Teach your dog to come when called
We’ll help you teach a rock-solid recall so your dog turns on a dime, every time.
Solve behavior Issues
Whether your dog is barking and lunging on leash, or showing fearful behavior at home, we can help you overcome your dog’s behavioral concerns.
Avoid pesky problems
Prevent behavior issues from becoming a bigger issue. If you’re just starting to notice new behaviors in your dog, now is the time to reach out.
Why in-home dog training?
Convenience
Forget the extra travel time, traffic, and preparation for in-person classes. We’ll come to you to work on training where it matters most.
Training Specific to You
Sits & downs can only get you so far. We’ll teach you essential skills that are contextual to your everyday life with your dog.
Training Where it Matters
Dogs need context to thrive with training! We’ll work with you and your dog in your home, neighborhood, or wherever it matters most to your lifestyle.
Chaos to Calm
Behavior Training for Out-of-Control or Reactive Dogs in Peoria
This comprehensive program uses proven systems and techniques to transform your dog’s behavior, rebuild the joy in your relationship, and end stressful or embarrassing outbursts. Perfect for busy households, this program offers a clear and effective path to relief—helping reactive and out-of-control dogs become more predictable, manageable, and enjoyable to live with while building a stronger partnership between you and your dog.
We’ll start by immediately identifying and eliminating outburst scenarios, then tailor training strategies to fit your dog and your lifestyle. By incorporating behavior training into your daily routines, you’ll start seeing results quickly—so you can enjoy life together again and feel proud of your dog’s behavior.
Program Benefits:
- Walk your dog confidently through the neighborhood
- Feel relief from barking, lunging, and outbursts
- Gain predictability and ease in daily routines
- Work with a trainer who prioritizes long-term success
- Incorporate training seamlessly into your lifestyle
You & Your Dog Will Learn:
- Starting basic obedience & manners (sit, focus, down, name, greetings, recall, loose leash walking, place)
- Relaxation exercises
- Engage/Disengage Game
- Meeting your dog’s needs through enrichment
How It Works:
- 5 private lessons
- 10-day training sessions (30 minutes each)
- 6-month access to online training videos
- Correctly fitted harness, leash, clicker, treat bag
- 2 treat buckets and a personalized shopping list
Investment: $1,300
The Young and the Restless: Adolescent Dog Program
In-Home Training in Peoria for Teenage Dogs with Big Energy
Adolescence is tough—but it doesn’t have to be a disaster. This personal, in-home program helps you turn your young dog’s wild behavior into partnership and cooperation. With expert guidance, you’ll build an engaged, well-mannered companion using methods that feel good, work fast, and strengthen your bond.
We’ll start by understanding your expectations and goals for your dog, then create a customized training plan just for you. Throughout the program, we’ll show you how to get in sync with your dog through proven, science-based methods—so you can feel proud of your young pup and confidently show them off to friends and family.
Program Benefits:
- Reduce stress and build trust during your dog’s teen stage
- Gain reliable behavior in real-life situations
- Feel confident when guests visit or distractions arise
- Learn to support cooperative care and calm routines
- Get training that’s tailored to your goals and your dog
You & Your Dog Will Learn:
- Greeting manners
- Basic obedience foundations (sit, recall, stay, place, down, wait, loose leash walking)
- Dog behavior basics
- Cooperative care basics (brushing, tooth brushing, nail trims, exam)
How It Works:
- 5 in-home private lessons
- 6 day training sessions (30 minutes each)
- Custom how-to videos created just for your dog
- Training gear: fitted harness, leash, treat bag, Kong, clicker
Investment: $1,200
The Good Service Dog
Custom Service Dog Training in Peoria for Owner-Trainers
Training a service dog is a deeply personal journey—and you shouldn’t have to navigate it alone. This flexible, in-home program provides step-by-step guidance tailored to your unique goals, whether you’re just starting out or building on existing skills. We focus on creating a reliable, skilled, and confident service dog who can support your needs in everyday life.
We’ll start by understanding your expectations and what tasks or behaviors your service dog will need to perform. Then we’ll create a customized plan just for you and your dog, using proven, science-based training techniques. Throughout the process, you’ll receive expert support to help you stay in sync with your dog and feel confident every step of the way.
Program Benefits:
- Train specific tasks to help with your daily needs
- Build a solid foundation for public access readiness
- Develop a reliable partnership based on trust and communication
- Feel supported with personalized, one-on-one coaching
- Gain confidence in your dog’s skills and your role as a handler
You & Your Dog Will Learn:
- Task training tailored to your specific disability or daily challenges
- Public access manners for real-world situations
- Reliable obedience and handler focus
- How to build consistency and confidence in high-distraction environments
- Techniques for maintaining behavior long-term
How It Works:
- In-home training sessions tailored to your goals
- Full-service program or targeted booster sessions available
- Training is personalized for your disability, routine, and lifestyle
- Ongoing support through each stage of the service dog journey
Investment: $125/hour
Good Dog ASAP
Priority In-Home Dog Training in Peoria for Immediate Results
When you’re feeling overwhelmed and need help fast, this express training program gets you to the front of the line. Perfect for families and individuals facing urgent behavior challenges, this in-home program is designed to bring quick relief and a clear plan for long-term success.
We’ll start by taking a deep dive into your dog’s behavior, understanding your training goals, and identifying the most effective ways to start seeing progress right away. Then, we’ll equip you with immediate management strategies and a customized training plan you can follow with confidence.
Program Benefits:
- Skip the waitlist and get support as soon as possible
- Learn what’s driving your dog’s behavior and how to change it
- Implement practical strategies that bring fast results
- Build a plan tailored to your lifestyle and training goals
- Ideal for time-sensitive challenges like new babies, moves, or safety concerns
You & Your Dog Will Learn:
- Basic obedience skills like sit, down, and recall
- Greeting manners and calm behavior around visitors
- Strategies for reducing jumping, barking, and impulsive behavior
- How to manage your dog’s environment for quicker progress
- The foundations of long-term behavior change
How It Works:
- One 3-hour intensive session
- One private in-home lesson
- Treat bag, clicker, and 2 reward buckets included
- Custom training and management plan based on your needs
Investment: $600
Interested in Group Classes?
We offer group training programs focused on variety of levels through our partnership with Play All Day Dog DayCare.