How much does dog training cost in Chicago?
Updated 16 Oct 2026
Chicago dog trainers offer structured puppy courses, one-on-one private lessons, and behavior consultations. Here is what puppy training courses cost across Chicago:
Puppy course · Chicago
Costs from $250 to $950, average $849. We compared 3 places; prices checked 10 Oct 2026.
All pricesA puppy course covers foundational manners, crate training, socialization, and housebreaking through multi-week group courses.
Private lessons
Private training provides dedicated one-on-one instruction at the facility or at your home.
Private lesson · Chicago
Costs from $80 to $275, average $175. We compared 4 places; prices checked 10 Oct 2026.
All pricesTrainers often sell single private lessons alongside discounted multi-session packages. Check whether travel fees apply for in-home visits outside their primary zone.
Behavioral consultations
For issues like separation anxiety, leash reactivity, or fear, trainers conduct an initial behavioral assessment before designing a customized training plan.
Behaviour consultation · Chicago
Costs from $30 to $400, average $235. We compared 5 places; prices checked 10 Oct 2026.
All pricesAdult obedience courses
While multi-week obedience courses for adult dogs are common in Chicago, fewer than three trainers publish fixed package prices online. Most trainers assess dogs individually before placing them in intermediate or advanced courses.
Trainers across Chicago
Browse trainers and academies throughout the city:
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How we checked
Prices are compiled from official websites of Chicago dog trainers. Packages requiring custom quotes or boarding programs (board-and-train) are excluded from the standalone training median.
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