Consummate Canine, Inc.

Private training includes in-home, facility, drop-off, and remote video options with customized plans for obedience and behavior modification. Group classes are ongoing drop-in sessions with no registration, including P.E.T. & Agility (for confidence and engagement), Reactive Dog Rehab, and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy & Canine Good Citizen prep. Board and train programs provide intensive, one-on-one training while the dog stays at the facility. All programs involve the whole family and emphasize consistency and long-term behavior change.

Pricing Summary

Private training sessions are priced at $135–$150 per hour. Board and train programs are offered but specific pricing is not listed. Group classes are drop-in with no stated fee. No packages or payment plans are detailed.

Policies

Dogs showing signs of illness or parasite medication should not attend classes. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated.

Consummate Canine, Inc. is a professional dog training and behavior modification service based in the Chicago suburbs and Greater Lexington, Kentucky. They offer private training, group classes, board and train programs, dog walking, and pet boarding. Their training philosophy is rooted in positive reinforcement and the Hierarchy of Behavioral Change, using classical and operant conditioning to build trust and confidence between dogs and their owners. They emphasize humane, ethical methods and tailor training to individual dogs and families, including children. Their trainers are certified professionals with over 50 years of combined experience, specializing in behavior issues like aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety, and fear-based behaviors. They also offer AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen preparation, as well as therapy dog training support.

They provide flexible training formats including in-home, facility-based, drop-off, and remote video sessions. Their group classes are drop-in style with no pre-registration required and include P.E.T. & Agility, Reactive Dog Rehab, and CGC prep. They focus on lifelong bonding through clear communication, consistency, and positive engagement.

Accomplishments

Lisa, the primary trainer, is a CPDT-KA certified professional, AKC CGC evaluator, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy instructor, and certified in Pet First Aid & CPR. She holds multiple obedience titles from AKC, GSDCA-WDA, and USCA. Kris is also a CPDT-KA and AKC evaluator for S.T.A.R. Puppy and CGC. Both are certified in Pet First Aid & CPR.

How to Get Started!

Owners begin by contacting the business to discuss their dog’s needs. Private training is scheduled based on availability, with flexible options including in-home or facility sessions. Board and train programs require direct consultation. Group classes require no registration and can be joined at any time.