TOPS Kennel

08/19/2025

Fall is coming 🍂 training classes are filling fast + now’s the time to book holiday boarding & grooming appointments 🐶✂️🏡 call to schedule a tour and make your plans today 📞 847-223-2822 TOPS Kennel

08/14/2025

Whether you have a strong willed pup or just want better manners for your dog, our trainers are here to help ...

📍 Clean, spacious facility
👩‍🏫 Expert, caring trainers
🐕 Real results

Way to go Katlyn, you're awesome at what you do 💯 TOPS Kennel

08/11/2025

💫 Ever wonder why dogs tilt their heads ❓ it’s one of the cutest behaviors, but it’s more than just adorable! Dogs tilt their heads to better understand what we’re saying — they try to pick up sounds more clearly by adjusting their ears + tilting helps them see our facial expressions better, so they can figure out if we’re happy, sad, or maybe about to offer a treat 🐾 next time your pup tilts their head at you, know they’re paying close attention and trying to connect 🐶❤️ TOPS Kennel

Want to learn more ❓ The American Kennel Club explains it really well here ...

Why do dogs tilt their heads? Do they know how adorable they look, or is something else going on? A certified animal behaviorist explains.

08/08/2025

All smiles + wagging tails 😊🐶 congrats to all our amazing pups (and their humans) for graduating puppy class 🎓 TOPS Kennel

To learn more about our upcoming puppy or adult dog trainiing classes, please call the front desk at 📞 847-223-2822.

📸 photo credit - Chris O.

08/05/2025

Happy Birthday to our employees celebrating in August 🎈thank you for the heart and hustle you bring every day 💙💪 we appreciate each of you and wish you great things on your special day 🎂 TOPS Kennel

07/28/2025

Is your pup scratching more than usual ❓ dry, itchy skin is no fun for dogs or their humans 🥴🐾 from hydration to grooming tips, here's an easy “Ditch the Itch” checklist to keep your dog’s skin itch free all year long ☀️🍂❄️🌸

👇 read the full article - https://bit.ly/dog-tips-itchy-skin TTOPS Kennel

07/24/2025

💙 In Loving Memory of Apryl Polster 💙

Apryl was not only a devoted dog lover but a proud member of the TOPS family for many years. She trained all her dogs with us and deeply believed in the power of service dogs to change lives.

Apryl passed away this May, and her family has set up a memorial fundraiser to support the TOPS Service Dog Program — a cause close to her heart. While TOPS donates all the training, these funds will help cover critical costs like veterinary care and food supplies for our incredible service dogs in training.

We are honored to share this link in her memory. If you feel called to give or share, we’d be grateful. Apryl’s love for dogs and people lives on through every service dog we place TOPS Kennel

🔗 https://gofund.me/ae1fc6ee

07/21/2025

Another Certified Good Dog from Kaitlyn's Beginner Class 🎓🐕‍🦺 congratulations Healther (and Alex) 🥳 you're a star ⭐️ TOPS Kennel

For information on our traning options, please call 📞 847-223-2822 or visit - https://www.tops-k9.com/training

07/14/2025

Greetings 🐶 wishing everyone a week full of sunshine & smiles ☀️😊

... if you need a safe, friendly place for your pup this summer, we’ve got a spot waiting 📞 call 847-223-2822 TOPS Kennel

07/09/2025

If you’ve pulled into Tops Kennel lately, you might’ve noticed something new 💚🧡💛 we’d love to know, which sign is your favorite ❓ drop it in the comments below 👇TOPS Kennel

07/04/2025

We’re sending big birthday wishes to our incredible team members celebrating this month 🎈🎉 thank you ✨ we’re lucky to have you

07/02/2025

Fireworks may be fun for us 🎆 but they can be frightening for our furry friends. Here are a few tips to help keep your dog calm and safe this holiday:

✅ Keep them indoors during fireworks
✅ Create a cozy, quiet space with their favorite toys
✅ Avoid leaving pets unattended outside
✅ Make sure their ID tags and microchip info are up to date

Have a happy and safe Fourth of July 🇺🇸🐾 TOPS Kennel