Tailored Training Canine Academy

Group classes include Puppy (10 weeks–6 months), Beginner/All Ages, Intermediate/Reliability (prerequisite: Beginner), and Advanced (prerequisite: Intermediate). Each class is limited to 6–7 dogs. Private lessons are customized to individual needs. Board-and-train programs last 10–21 days with daily one-on-one training in a home setting. Evaluations are offered for CGC, Trick Dog, and Virtual Home Manners. Training focuses on foundational cues, reliability with distractions, and real-world behavior.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $200–$225 for a 6-week course (1 hour per week). Private lessons start at $100/hour at their facility and $120–$150/hour for in-home sessions. Boarding and board-and-train services require a personalized quote. Payment accepted via cash, check, or Venmo.

Policies

Cancellations require 48 hours’ notice; otherwise, a fee may apply. Late arrivals over 15 minutes may result in loss of session time. No-shows are subject to policy enforcement. A training contract and liability form must be signed at the first appointment. Proof of vaccinations required. Food, toy, and equipment restrictions may apply for evaluations.

Tailored Training Canine Academy is a dog training business with over 20 years of experience, offering positive reinforcement-based training for dogs of all ages. They provide private one-on-one lessons, limited group classes, in-home boarding, and board-and-train programs. Their services include basic obedience, puppy training, leash manners, resource guarding, fearfulness, and service dog preparation. They also offer evaluations for CGC, CGCA, CGCU, Trick Dog, and Virtual Home Manners certifications. Training occurs at two facility locations in Libertyville and Lindenhurst, IL, and in-home sessions are available. Their board-and-train program places dogs in a trainer’s home for 10–21 days with daily one-on-one training in a real-life environment. They emphasize personalized training plans tailored to each dog’s and owner’s needs.

They accept cash, check, and Venmo for payment. Training materials include treats, toys, and appropriate collars (flat buckle, martingale, slip, or pinch collars), but they aim to train without choke or pinch collars. Flexi-leads are discouraged. Children must be supervised during sessions.

They also provide pet boarding services where dogs stay overnight with a trainer, not in a kennel, to promote real-world behavior generalization.

Accomplishments

Over 20 years of experience in dog training. Offer evaluations for CGC, CGCA, CGCU, Trick Dog, and Virtual Home Manners certifications. Featured client success stories include dogs overcoming fear, resource guarding, and leash reactivity.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must contact via phone or email to inquire about availability, select a service, and complete a contact form specifying their preferred location and training need. Group classes require sign-up via the contact form. Private lessons and boarding require direct consultation to determine pricing and availability.