Sarah Pyle Dog Training
Service area: Serves Spring Valley, Peru, La Salle, and Princeton in the Illinois Valley area.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Private lessons are one-hour sessions held in-home or at the Spring Valley facility, targeting individual behavior goals. Day school offers daily enrichment and learning in small play groups with pick-up and drop-off. In-home boarding is available for past clients and includes participation in day school activities. Yard time provides access to a fenced outdoor space for exercise. All programs are designed around positive reinforcement and individual dog needs.
Testimonials
Sarah is amazing with my dog Reggie and he has made amazing progress under her care. He is a stubborn guy sometimes and her chemistry with him is really the key to his success. She picks him up once a week to play and learn, he has a blast with her and comes back home ready for a world class nap. Having such a convenient option for getting him the enrichment and socialization while I am at work has made a huge difference in both of our lives. I can’t recommend her services enough, especially with the weather getting cold and not having as much time outside.
– Client
Very friendly!
– Client
About the Trainer
Sarah Pyle Dog Training offers dog training, boarding, and day school services in the Peru and surrounding areas of Illinois. Sarah, a certified dog trainer through Animal Behavior College, has been training dogs since 2011 and specializes in positive, individualized methods tailored to each dog’s needs. She works with dogs in various sports including agility, nose work, barn hunt, and obedience. Services include private lessons at home or at her Spring Valley location, day school with small play groups, in-home boarding for past clients, and yard time rentals for exercise. Her approach emphasizes fun, positivity, and building strong handler-dog bonds.
Clients appreciate the convenience of pick-up and drop-off for day school, the personalized attention in private lessons, and the home-like environment for boarding. Sarah’s experience with stubborn or high-energy dogs makes her a trusted choice for owners seeking effective, compassionate training.
Accomplishments
Sarah is certified through Animal Behavior College and has been training dogs since 2011. She has hands-on experience in agility, nose work, barn hunt, and obedience sports.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins by contacting Sarah via phone or email to inquire about availability and schedule a session or service. Day school and boarding are available for current and past clients only.
14+ Years Experience
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
9am-5pm
Certifications
- Credentialed
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet boarding service
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