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Dog Training

Back To Basics Dog Training

3232 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, Avondale

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3232 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, Avondale

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Prices

  • City average $849 · $101 more
    6 weeks puppy obedience
    from$950
  • Basic obedience course
    5 weeks basic obedience
    $800

Checked 10 Oct 2026 · price listPrices as published by the place on the date shown. They can change - confirm before you book.

Good to know

  • Puppy classes
  • Behaviour problems
  • Private lessons
  • Online lessons

As the place states it on its own website.

About

Dog trainer in Avondale, Chicago

Back To Basics Dog Training provides multi-week obedience courses, day training, and board-and-train programs. The trainers specialize in customized behavior modification plans addressing reactivity, anxiety, aggression, and fear. Online training courses and puppy foundation classes are also available.

Opening hours

Monday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠5:00 PM

Hours checked 10 Oct 2026 · source

What customers say

pawenn summary of 8 Google reviews from April – October 2026

All reviews on Google
Mostly positive7 of 8 reviews

Patient and dedicated dog trainers

Dog owners consistently commend instructors Jenn and Wen for their supportive, patient guidance during private sessions and multi-week courses. Reviewers note that the trainers teach both pets and handlers effectively, adapting techniques to each household's needs.

Mostly positive6 of 8 reviews

Noticeable progress with reactive behaviors

Clients report significant transformations in dogs struggling with leash reactivity, excitement, barking, and poor impulse control. Multiple owners highlight that multi-week obedience classes helped their dogs walk calmly in public and peacefully coexist with other family pets.

Mostly positive4 of 8 reviews

Structured feedback and ongoing check-ins

Pet owners appreciate receiving detailed training notes, weekly homework assignments, and regular check-ins between sessions. Handlers emphasize that trainers remain accessible via message to answer urgent questions and reinforce newly learned skills at home.

Questions owners ask

Do trainers help with leash reactivity and anxiety?

Yes, clients frequently mention successful behavior modification for leash reactivity, lunging, and fear-based aggression.

Do owners receive practice material between lessons?

Reviewers note that trainers provide written summary notes, homework routines, and check in by text between sessions.

Are classes focused on handler education as well?

Pet parents emphasize that the curriculum trains owners on commands and body language to maintain consistent habits.

Summary of public Google reviews; pawenn does not verify them.

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