Training

As a result of training over 14,000 dogs during my 35 plus year career as a dog obedience instructor, I have developed an effective method of training.

Our training method and experience involves using a balance of praise and love as a motivator, not always treats. With this method of training, dogs are truly trained and not just kitchen trained. All dogs must be up to date with their vaccinations.  If you are not already a customer of Pals For Pups, please fill out this registration packet and bring with you to register at the Roselle facility. If you would like to register at the other locations that we teach at, you can register by calling the applicable phone numbers provided.

One handler per dog in class but entire family is welcome to attend.

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Beginning

beginner

The handler must be old enough to have control over the dog. A six-foot leather leash and a properly fitted chain collar are required. Dogs are motivated using praise not treats and are trained to respond to first command.

Dogs are taught to heel without pulling, automatic sits, sit and down stay during distractions while the handlers are out of sight, come immediately when called off leash, stand stay.

  • Number of Classes: 10 Classes
  • Length of Class: 1 hour
  • Age: 5 months and up
  • There is a $50 cancellation fee for any bookings after registering. Due to wait lists no refunds will be given after 1st night of class. 

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Intermediate

intermediate

For dogs that have successfully completed the Beginning Obedience class or instructor consent.

This class will include the reinforcement of the beginning exercises along with off leash heeling, drop at a distance, drop on recall, hand signals and preparation for the agility class.

  • Number of Classes: 10 Classes
  • Length of Class: 50 Minutes
  • Age: 5 months and up
  • Prerequisites: For dogs that have successfully completed the Pals For Pups beginning obedience class
  • Due to waiting lists no refunds will be given after 1st night of class.

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Agililty

training-agility

This class is the most fun and the best exercise you can have with your dog. Dogs zip through tunnels, climb a tall A-frame, hurdle over jumps, traverse a narrow dog walk, maneuver through weave poles, travel up and over a see-saw, all while racing against the clock. We are fortunate to have Laura Donaldson who has acquired a MACH 13 with her agility dog, Daisy. As of 2019, Laura has the number 1 mixed breed agility dog in the country!

  • Number of Classes: 10 Classes
  • Length of Class: 50 Minutes
  • Age: 5 months and up
  • Prerequisites: For dogs that have successfully completed the Pals For Pups beginning obedience class
  • Due to waiting lists no refunds will be given after 1st night of class

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Private Lessons

This class is tailored to the individual needs of the participants and for those who would like the individual attention given during private lessons. Dogs are motivated using praise not treats and are trained to respond to first command. Dogs are taught to heel without pulling, automatic sits, sit and down stay during distractions while the handlers are out of sight, come immediately when called off leash, stand stay.

  • Number of Lessons: 7
  • Length of Class: 1 hour first lesson, 30 minutes all others
  • Age: Any Age

 

Training During Playcare

Training will be broken up into intervals through out the play care day. This will allow us to brush up or fine tune any specific exercises or behaviors that need modification.

  • Number of Classes: Payment is made per day
  • Age: 4 months and up

 

Sleepover Training

Sleep over training is for those that are too busy or who will be traveling and would like to have their dogs trained while they are away. Dogs are motivated using praise not always treats and are trained to respond to first command. Dogs are taught to heel without pulling, automatic sits, sit and down stay during distractions while the handlers are out of sight, come immediately when called off leash, stand stay. Our training is done in a variety of surroundings such as local business’ . Dog’s are brought home with us at night to be sure they understand proper behavior in a home setting. We only train 1 dog at time so as to give them our complete attention. Pictures of their accomplishments are sent regularly. 

  • Length of Training: 3 Weeks of Playcare,  Training and Boarding
  • Age: 5 months and up

Upcoming Classes

Beginning

 

    • January 7, 2025 Tuesdays 7:30-8:30  NOW OPEN
    • September 17,  Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 WAIT LIST ONLY.
    • Please call if you would like a private lesson to hold you over until the next class begins.
    • There is a $50 cancellation fee to cancel after registering. No refunds given after the first class.

 

                

Intermediate Obedience/Beginning Agility

  • June 17th, 2025 NO CLASS JULY 1
    (Tuesdays 6:30pm – 7:20pm) 
  • Pals For Pups location

Training Locations

Pals for Pups
60 W Central Avenue
Roselle, Illinois
Registration or General Questions: 1-630-894-7704

 

 

Pricing

Beginning Training
$250 for 10 week session
 
Intermediate Training
$250 for 10 week sessionPrivate Lessons
$350 (7 Sessions)Training During Play care

Sleepover Training
$3500

Ready to Register?

Pals For Pups classes are currently only being taught at the Roselle location.

Please fill out the registration packet(found on the registration page) and bring in your vaccination records along with payment to register for all classes. Both private and group classes are available.

Proof of your dogs current vaccinations are required. These include Rabies, DHLPP, Bordetella, flu and the results of a clear fecal.