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Canine State of Mind

1855 N Dayton St, Chicago, IL 60614, Lincoln Park (DePaul)

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1855 N Dayton St, Chicago, IL 60614, Lincoln Park (DePaul)

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  • Behaviour problems
  • Private lessons
  • Training at your home
  • Online lessons

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About

Dog trainer in Lincoln Park (DePaul), Chicago

Canine State of Mind provides canine behavior education and private coaching led by Sasha Armstrong in Lincoln Park. The practice specializes in addressing underlying behavior challenges through holistic human-dog communication. Services include in-home sessions, online masterclasses, and retreat boarding.

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM

Hours checked 10 Oct 2026 · source

What customers say

pawenn summary of 19 Google reviews from October 2024 – October 2026

All reviews on Google
Mostly positive18 of 19 reviews

Holistic coaching and owner mindset guidance

Most pet owners offer glowing praise for founder Sasha Armstrong, describing her as an intuitive and deeply committed behavior coach. Clients value her focus on canine psychology and energy-centered owner education. However, one client felt misled and reported dismissive communication during a board-and-train stay.

Mostly positive14 of 19 reviews

Compassionate care alongside boarding concern

A large majority of reviewers describe peaceful, enriching experiences where their dogs thrive during farm boarding stays and retreat visits. In contrast, one reviewer reported severe distress, alleging their dog returned from boarding neglected with dirty bedding and untreated gastrointestinal illness.

Mostly positive11 of 19 reviews

Transformative human-dog relationship building

Clients consistently report lasting breakthroughs in mutual trust, calmer demeanors, and deeper understanding between dogs and their families. While most owners find her non-traditional approach highly effective, one dissatisfied client found the instruction to ignore their pet unhelpful.

Questions owners ask

What is the training philosophy at Canine State of Mind?

Reviews describe a holistic, energy-focused approach emphasizing canine psychology, natural communication, and owner coaching rather than conventional obedience drills.

Does the practice offer boarding for dogs?

Yes, clients frequently mention farm retreat boarding, with most reporting relaxing experiences though one reviewer raised serious concerns regarding care.

Are remote or digital training resources available?

Yes, reviewers mention utilizing Sasha Armstrong's online masterclasses, books, and private one-on-one coaching containers.

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

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