Dog Tribe

Dog Tribe offers structured training programs focused on specialty dog sports and protection work. Clients begin with an assessment to determine the appropriate program. Training is delivered in session-based packages with options for ongoing participation. Programs include protection sports, PSA K9, Mondioring, French Ring, scent detection, and agility (coming soon). A private dog sport club is available for members. All training occurs at their facility.

Pricing Summary

Training packages include a 5-session package for $650, a 10-session package for $1,250, and a 20-session package for $2,000, each with a processing fee. A monthly Dog Tribe Protection Membership is $150/month for 5 months with a $5 credit card fee. All packages have validity periods and require a processing fee upon purchase.

Policies

Clients must sign a liability waiver acknowledging risks of protection sports. A valid credit card must be kept on file for emergency veterinary expenses. Dog Tribe is not liable for veterinary costs unless gross negligence is proven. Clients authorize the business to seek emergency veterinary care if they cannot be reached. Images of dogs may be used in promotional materials without compensation.

Dog Tribe is a specialty dog training business based in Chicago, IL, offering professional training services in agility, protection sports, and scent detection. They provide structured training programs for dog owners seeking advanced skills for their dogs, including preparation for competitions like PSA K9, Mondioring, and French Ring. Dog Tribe also offers a private dog sport club, a dog pool for dock diving, and a dog-friendly event space for hosting gatherings. Their team has over 15 years of training experience and 8+ years as professional decoys, with a focus on high-level sport and protection dog development.

They serve clients seeking specialized, performance-oriented training rather than basic obedience, and their services are delivered at their dedicated facility. Dog Tribe also provides dog protection dog sourcing and raising guidance for families interested in personal protection dogs. Additional offerings include dog pool rental and event hosting at their facility.

Clients must sign a detailed liability waiver acknowledging the inherent risks of protection sports and agree to maintain a credit card on file for emergency veterinary expenses. The business grants permission to use dogs’ images in promotional materials.

Accomplishments

Dog Tribe has over 15 years of training experience and 8+ years as professional decoys. They have trained competitors nationally and regionally, hosted seminars, and developed a protection dog curriculum over the last 8 years.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must book an assessment to meet with an expert trainer and determine the appropriate training program. Assessments are required before enrolling in any specialty training service, including protection sports, scent detection, or agility.