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Darn Good Dogs Chicago Inc

Helping busy Chicago dog owners raise calm, confident dogs ready for city life. Reactivity, jumpy/mouthy behavior, separation anxiety, and fear specailists

Offering R+ day training+in-home sessions to make real-life training fit your real-life schedule.

28/09/2025

Imagine being dropped into a brand new world where nothing makes sense; that’s how your rescue dog feels.

Put yourself in your dog’s shoes. They don’t know you’re safe yet and many southern rescue dogs have never seen the things they’ll face in a busy city. You have to show them they’re safe by letting them decompress at their own pace and rewarding the small wins.

You don’t need to touch or leash them right away, toss a treat, avoid direct eye contact, talk softly, sit at their level, and show you’re not a threat. If they come to you, great - but don't constantly force interactions.

This stage is crucial.

We're dog trainers who understand what it's like to bring a southern rescue dog into your home. We specalize in helping you and your dog build confidence with one another, trust, and a relationship while slowly introducing your dog to city living without pressure.

We also offer a discount for packages for shelter dogs!

27/09/2025

Just some random photos from the best dog conference ever!

24/09/2025

No time to train? We've got the solution

Training needs consistency, and patience. Maybe you don't have time for that, we do.

Before Day Training: pulling you down the street, barking nonstop, jumping all over visitors, and destroying things while you’re out.

After Day Training: walks you both actually enjoy, calm greetings with visitors and dogs, and no more stress about your neighbors complaining.

Our 1-2-1 Day Training service is designed for busy dog owners who want the training done for them, in the comfort of their own home, so you can finally relax and enjoy life with your dog like you always wanted,

Book a free Discovery Call with me or Joan H is the link in our bio to start your journey to creating your dream companion!

23/09/2025

It's okay to admit your new pup is driving you crazy!

Raising a puppy isn't easy, from potty accidents to chewing to sleepless nights. Puppyhood is hard, but it DOES get better! Hang in there mama (or dad!)

At Darn Good Dogs Chicago, we specialize in puppy training and day training programs designed for busy dog owners who want results without the additional task of training on their already busy plate. We train your dog for you, in the comfort of your own home (you don't even have to be there!)

From house training and puppy biting to leash manners and barking, we build calm and confident companions built for Chicago living. Think coffee dates, strolls in the park and walks where you're not being dragged to every other dog they see, but without you having to actually do the training.

Ready to take the pressure off? Book your FREE Discovery Call today, link in bio or DM us for the link.

21/09/2025

First up - Dachsunds ❤️❤️🐶🐶

18/09/2025

Your perfect Sunday day out 🧡🍁☕️

We’ll be stallholders at Barktoberfest, hosted by at our favorite Chicago dog-friendly brewery, , on Sunday, September 21st!

Beers, dogs, shopping, and stalls specializing in all things DOGS 🤩 what more could you want?

Come say hi to me and Joan H! We’ll have tasty treat bags, training tip bookmarks, and a raffle 🙌🏻

This is one of the best Chicago dog events of the season, so grab your friends, grab your pup, and kick off autumn 2025 with us.

Nervous or reactive dog? That’s okay! Bring yourself and take them home a tasty treat 🧡

This is a FREE but ticketed event! Grab yours from the link in our bio!

16/09/2025

Reminder: your dog doesn’t know it’s not real

Chicago doesn’t hold back when it comes to Halloween: giant inflatables, motion-sensor zombies, spooky noises, and trick-or-treat crowds everywhere. It can be overwhelming for our dogs, especially if they’re nervous or reactive.

Just comforting your dog won’t cure their fear, preparation will!

Behavior modification takes time, so now is when you want to start:

✅ Slowly desensitizing your dog to decorations and noises
✅ Talking with your vet early about medication options
✅ Trialling calming aids like sprays, diffusers, or Zylkene well before the big night

It’s never about quick fixes, about setting your dog up for success with positive, lasting strategies that actually reduce fear and stress and change their way of thinking.

👉 Leave your favourite Halloween photo of your dog below! 🎃🤩

12/09/2025

Why we don’t never our dogs “no!”

Why? Because dogs don’t speak English… they don’t know what “no” means.

If your reactive dog is lunging, barking, or dragging you down the street in Chicago and you find yourself clenching that leash tight and repeatedly saying “no”, but they ignore you… they’re not being “bad.”

They just don’t understand what you’re asking of them!

Instead of yelling random words, focus on rewarding the behaviors you do want, like calm walking, looking back at you, or choosing not to react from a safe distance. That’s how lasting change happens - when they understand what you want from them.

As professional dog trainers in Chicago, we’ve helped countless reactive dogs (and their busy owners!) finally find calm, enjoyable walks again without the shouting, yanking, or frustration.

If you’d like to book in, give us a message!

11/09/2025

September and October are popular months to move, so if you’re moving home with your dog, these tips will help!

Moving is stressful enough for us humans, but part of that stress often comes from worrying about how the move will affect our dogs. From the chaos of packing, to moving day itself, to the adjustment period in a new home, it can be a lot for them to handle.

Remember, dogs thrive in routine and consistency, so try keep every other thing in their routine the same such as meal times, walks, toilet breaks, pet sitters and dog walkers.

If you’ve got any other tips which you have found helped your reactive or nervous dog when moving homes, drop them below! 👇🏻

05/09/2025

You don’t need to be Dr Doolittle to communicate with your dog 😝

Dogs communicate with us all the time, and it’s our job to listen. Instead of words, they use body language.

Here is a list of all the common ways your dog is showing you that they may be stressed or uncomfortable.

Once you start to recognize these subtle signs and how much your dog actually uses them, you will start to understand your dog and their behaviors a lot better.

Set yourself a challenge to start actively observing your dogs behaviors during various encounters: the vets, groomers, strangers petting them, and dog encounters. Take a mental note of which behaviors they display, and of course advocate if necessary.

How does your dog tell you they’re stressed or uncomfortable? Let us know below!

03/09/2025

Small wins create big changes! 💙

Training your dog in a isn’t about overnight results — it’s about steady progress. Every step matters when it comes to dog training.

Remember: modifying behavior takes time, and that’s okay. 💛

What small wins did you see this week? Let us know in the comments - every win is worth celebrating!

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Monday	14:30 - 21:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 21:00
Thursday	09:00 - 21:00
Sunday	14:00 - 20:00

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