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Bear Down Dog Training LLC

Elmhurst, Illinois

5/5· 24 Google reviews

About Bear Down Dog Training LLC

Bear Down Dog Training uses evidence-based positive reinforcement methods to help dogs and owners build strong, healthy relationships. We believe every dog learns best through kindness, patience, and encouragement, which is why our programs reward good choices to create confident, lasting behavior. Whether you’re starting your training journey or working on advanced skills, our trainers tailor each session to your dog’s unique needs and personality. We offer group classes, private in-home training, immersive day academy programs, and specialty courses designed to make learning fun, effective, and rewarding for both you and your dog. All training sessions and facility visits are by APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Obedience training Customer-reported
  • Puppy training Customer-reported

How training happens

  • Group classes
  • In-home training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Training level

  • Beginner training Customer-reported
  • Intermediate training Customer-reported

Class options

  • Small classes Customer-reported

Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement

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Customer reviews

Google listing
5
out of 524 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Puppy training 8
  • Caring trainer 4
  • Confidence building 3
  • Adopted 2
  • Communicator 2
  • Dog’s behavior 2
All 10 topics
  • Fun class 2
  • Pet care 2
  • Socialization 2
  • Stubborn dog training 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

28 collected reviews

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Melissa Vavra
5/5

Ms. Sara is the best just ask any of our 3 dogs!! It’s hard to trust someone with your fur babes and Sara has my trust 100%. The difference in our pup Winnie after working with Sara has been night and day-as I tell her place right now and she ACTUALLY listens!

Amanda Tran
5/5

Sara has been great with our dogs. Winnie has benefited the most from Sara’s training because she has needed the most listening support. We are so grateful for Sara taking care of Bella, Winnie and Rosie like her own!

edvyna valkiunas
5/5
Sara with Bear Down Dog Training is an absolute answer to my puppy training! We adopted a young dog that came with some self confusion issues and not only has Sara been able to help our family learn different tools to use when we get into situations she has helped us fine tune ou…Read full reviewClose full review

Sara with Bear Down Dog Training is an absolute answer to my puppy training! We adopted a young dog that came with some self confusion issues and not only has Sara been able to help our family learn different tools to use when we get into situations she has helped us fine tune our obedience training and make our pup a fairly great member of society! If you love your dog no matter how young or old or what the training issue is contact Sara ..there's a lot of trainers out there some way over the top rough some way to "nice" Saras training is that just right training. You will have your dog for a long time. Set it up to succeed call Sara !

Kristyn Dorney
5/5
I can’t say enough great things about Sara. She is the perfect balance of stern, patient and fun. But what means the most to me is how much she genuinely cares about my dog — almost like she’s her own. My (very stubborn) girl, who likely had no real structure or training in the …Read full reviewClose full review

I can’t say enough great things about Sara. She is the perfect balance of stern, patient and fun. But what means the most to me is how much she genuinely cares about my dog — almost like she’s her own. My (very stubborn) girl, who likely had no real structure or training in the first couple years of her life, absolutely loves her time with Sara, and the progress she continues to make amazes me. And on top of being incredible with dogs, she’s equally great at teaching and explaining things to their humans. If you’re looking for someone who truly knows what they’re doing and puts their whole heart into every dog they work with, I couldn’t recommend her more. ❤️🐾

Carolyn Bach
5/5
We were referred to Sara Graham by the rescue I adopted my Poppy from when I noticed issues between Poppy and my cats. I simply didn't have the skills to navigate a difficult relationship that could have quickly become a dangerous one without professional help. With Sara's guidan…Read full reviewClose full review

We were referred to Sara Graham by the rescue I adopted my Poppy from when I noticed issues between Poppy and my cats. I simply didn't have the skills to navigate a difficult relationship that could have quickly become a dangerous one without professional help. With Sara's guidance and patience we worked together on creating a neutral relationship, much to my cats dismay at her not being husband new bestie, and from there Sara became our sole trainer for everything. Poppy is your typical Bully mix, stubborn in every way while also being surprisingly smart. Even through her many, many quirks Sara has guided and taught with laughter, patience and grace. Always willing to think outside the box and listen to me when I need to either rant or share a success. If you're on the fence about seeking training....don't wait. Sara is the absolute best, and I'm incredibly proud of my girl Poppy because everything she's learned, we learned from Sara.

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