Best Life K9 Training | Illinois

My gsd is reactive and his behavior was out of control. His first trainer referred us to Best Life K9 Training, after telling us “she.couldn't help him anymore”. Maggie was wonderful! She showed us ways to correct his negative behavior. She always kept in touch and responded to us anytime we’d ask questions. It was amazing. I would recommend BEST LIFE K9 (Maggie) in a heartbeat! Great trainers and we are thankful for Maggie!

I can’t say enough good things about Maggie. She’s the only trainer I trust with my dogs. She took my Bernedoodle and my Aussie from impulsive, run‑off‑the-second-they-get-a-chance chaos to fully trained on e‑collars and confidently off‑leash. We have a farmstead and hunting ground, and thanks to her, my dogs can enjoy both safely and freely right alongside us. When I travel, they stay with her—and she treats them like they’re her own. They’re happy, relaxed, and never stressed when I drop them off. Knowing they genuinely enjoy being with her makes leaving them so much easier. Maggie is truly exceptional.

I can’t recommend Maggie enough! She worked with Duke (my 100lb reactive doodle) and me to help him become so much calmer and more confident around other dogs. Not only did she train Duke, she also trained me how to better understand and work with him. Maggie gave me tons of insight, helpful tips, and practical tools that I still use every day. Her calm, thoughtful approach made a huge difference, and I’m so grateful for everything she taught us. If you’re looking for someone who truly gets dogs and their people, Maggie’s the one!