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Ready for your DARN GOOD DOG, Chicago?
"How does your training work?
"How does your training work?
How many SESSIONS does my dog need?
How many SESSIONS does my dog need?
How long do sessions last?"
How long do sessions last?"
First, we start with a 60-minute Initial Consultation, either at your home or on Zoom.
First, we start with a 60-minute Initial Consultation, either at your home or on Zoom.
gathering your dog's full medical, socialization, and training history
providing training handouts and DGDC policies
reviewing your goals and offering training plan recommendations
getting to know you and your darn good dog so we can tailor support
required before buying any Team or Day Training package; included in the Training Intensive 6-Session Package.
$155/*$150 (*shelter/rescue pricing)
We offer two training formats:
We offer two training formats:
Team Training: A DGDC trainer teaches you how to train your dog. Very hands-on.
Day Training (“Train for You”): We do most of the training for you—great for busy pet parents with big goals.
Learn more about each package below!
Learn more about each package below!
Day Training Packages
Day Training Packages
Two one-on-one sessions with your dog and the DGDC trainer plus a Transfer Session for you each week plus two Follow Up sessions.
Added bonus: at Day Training sessions, we can take care of potty breaks, feedings, crating your dog, play breaks, enrichment and relaxation work. You save money on dog walkers on Day Training days!
Day Training is only available with Joan Marie & Joan H.
8 Sessions
8 Sessions
OUR NEWEST PACKAGE!!
Have a deadline, need a more affordable option, but very busy?
Then the Jump Start is right for you!
And if you need more training after the 2 weeks is over, you can always purchase additional sessions at a discounted rate!
$1280/*$1160
$1280/*$1160
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
$120 in savings!
$120 in savings!
The Jump Start Package must be paid in full prior to the first session.
14 Sessions
14 Sessions
Wouldn't it be great if for just one month, your dog got at home "bootcamp" training for skills like learning to settle, loose leash walking, keeping "four on the floor," greeting guests, and more?
That's exactly what the Thriving Dog Package delivers!
$2230/*$2020
$2230/*$2020
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
$210 in savings!
$210 in savings!
Package can be purchased in full, or in two or four installments.
17 Sessions
17 Sessions
Are you looking to get the absolute most transformative training for your dog - or your multi dog household?
That's the Everything-They-Need Package in a nutshell. It provides you with the best results with its consistent weekly training sessions.
$2675/*$2415
$2675/*$2415
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
$260 in savings!
$260 in savings!
Package can be purchased in full, or in two or four installments.
Team Training Packages
Team Training Packages
You and your darn good dog are the dream team at each and every session - more time "at bat" for you, but also more time spent building a joyful training bond with your darn good dog!
Great for the dog owner who wants to be hands-on, but also the best option for fearful dogs, many reactive dogs, and newly adopted dogs in need of feeling safe and trusting with their #1 people - YOU!
A great “intro to training” package for new pet owners and for experienced dog parents who need a refresher with their newest family member.
If you want to keep going, you can with an Add-On 4 Session Package or Single A la Carte Sessions.
One hour consultation/first training session followed by five 50 minute training sessions.
$995 (one price)
$995 (one price)
The Training Intensive 6 Session Package must be paid in full prior to the first session.
Eight is great! Our 8 Pack can address many training goals—like walking Fido without jumping, reducing barking at home, and feeling confident with your kids and dog together. Experienced owners of dogs with behavior challenges can also benefit from this package.
After the consult, you and your DGDC trainer will work together for eight 50 minute sessions.
$1275/*$1155
$1275/*$1155
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
$120 in savings!
$120 in savings!
This package can be purchased in full, or in two or four installments.
Our Team Training 10 Pack teaches your dog essential life skills and shows you how to build on them. If you're struggling with bigger behavior challenges—like reactivity, resource guarding, over-arousal, intense jumping or mouthing, or deep fear—our 10 Pack will help you the most.
After the consult, you and your DGDC trainer will meet for ten 50 minute sessions.
$1575/*$1425
$1575/*$1425
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
(*shelter/rescue pricing)
$150 in savings!
$150 in savings!
This package can be purchased in full, or in two or four installments.
MORE Training Support & Package Features
MORE Training Support & Package Features
Welcome to Training Bag
email/phone/text support plus online and printed resources
shareable Task List for your darn good dog (when applicable)
three post-package months of continued support from us!
opportunity for dog-to-dog intros and field trips
DGDC alum discount on all future training for the life of your darn good dog (not valid for 2 Weeks Day Training Package - minimum of 8 sessions is required for alum discount)
"Ability to work with even the most difficult dogs."
"Ability to work with even the most difficult dogs."
"Joan Marie is very knowledgeable and patient with pups, and I really respect her ability to work with even the most difficult dogs. She loves to teach dogs commands and shape behaviors through positive reinforcement." - Beth F.
"Joan Marie is very knowledgeable and patient with pups, and I really respect her ability to work with even the most difficult dogs. She loves to teach dogs commands and shape behaviors through positive reinforcement." - Beth F.
"A true gift."
"Joan (Harrris) has a true gift when it comes to obedience training and behavioral issues." - Lorie M.
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