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Canine Perspective: Structured Daycare, Boarding & Training

Chicago, Illinois

4.7/5· 117 Google reviews

About Canine Perspective: Structured Daycare, Boarding & Training

Chicago’s Best in On & Off-Leash Obedience and Behavior Modification is now offering Structured Boarding and Daycare on Chicago's West Side! Our facility is led by Dog Aggression/Behavior Expert and Master Dog Trainer, Jesse San Miguel, nicknamed ‘The Chicago Dog Whisperer’ by his clients. With over 15 years of experience, Jesse has developed many skills over the years that he is now teaching to his employees personally. Come see why owners and dogs all love this family-run business!

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
  • Puppy training
  • Recall training
  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
  • Fear and confidence
  • Reactivity training
  • Resource guarding Customer-reported

How training happens

  • Board and train
    Program details

    Transform your dog’s behavior with Chicago’s premier Board and Train program. Specializing in off-leash obedience and behavior rehabilitation, Canine Perspective provides intensive, results-driven training. Whether you’re dealing with leash pulling or complex aggression, master training can help!

  • Group classes
  • Pack walks
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Training level

  • Beginner training

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support Customer-reported

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Training approach

  • E-collar training

Additional services

  • Boarding
    Program details

    Secure, structured dog boarding in Chicago for your peace of mind. We provide a quiet, professional kennel environment designed to minimize stress and maximize comfort. Our boarding service includes structured exercise and mental engagement to provide safety and love while you're away.

  • Daycare
    Program details

    Experience the best Structured Dog Daycare at our West Town facility. Unlike traditional "free-for-all" or “play-all-day” facilities, our Chicago dog daycare focuses on mental stimulation, impulse control, and balanced socialization. Supervised small-group play, daily treadmill, and a QUIET KENNEL!

Other listed services

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  • Dog training
    Program details

    Master dog trainer Jesus "Jesse" San Miguel leverages 15+ years of hands-on experience to transform dogs and their owners. Our programs range from foundational on-leash skills to comprehensive off-leash freedom. Located near the West Loop and Logan Square, we help Chicago dogs become the very best!

  • Behavior Management
  • Canine Enrichment
  • Collar Training
  • Day Activities
  • Dog Parks
  • Dog Training Consultation
  • Dog Training Facilities
  • Dog's Food
  • Dog's Training Program
  • Dogs Home
  • Group Play
  • Labrador Retriever
  • Long Stays
  • Minute Training
  • Physical Exercise
  • Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Positive Dog Training
  • Potty Breaks
  • Training Routine
  • Training Sessions
  • Training Treats
  • Transportation Services
  • Treadmill Training
  • Vet Assistance
  • Additional Dog
  • Dog Behaviorist
  • Dog Biting
  • Dog Park
  • Dog Rehabilitation
  • Flea & Tick Treatment
  • Nutrition Consultations

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.7
out of 5117 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Boarding 27
  • Leash pulling 23
  • Reactivity training 21
  • Dog daycare 13
  • E collar 10
  • Board and train 9
All 10 topics
  • Structured training 6
  • Customized approach 4
  • Off leash training 3
  • Puppy head start program 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

100 collected reviews

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Jack Rabenn
5/5
This daycare and boarding program has been a life saver. Beyond reinforcing our training throughout the day, they actually understand how to handle dogs. Most daycares we have tried simply put the dogs in a room for the whole day for constant play, which is a recipe for disaster.…Read full reviewClose full review

This daycare and boarding program has been a life saver. Beyond reinforcing our training throughout the day, they actually understand how to handle dogs. Most daycares we have tried simply put the dogs in a room for the whole day for constant play, which is a recipe for disaster. Canine takes the time to learn your dog's quirks and personality to set them up for long term success. I never have to worry about Remi when she is with the Canine team! I find it incredibly hard to fathom that anyone that actually talks to them/utilizes their services would say anything negative about Jesse and his team. This muzzling fiasco playing out in the reviews is absolute nonsense......A single disgruntled past client orchestrating an effort to tear down a small business that brings so much joy to so many dogs and owners is borderline criminal imo. Especially when the animal in question was also a long time daycare/boarding participant! I guess some people struggle with the fact that they themselves may be the problem!! This amazing place is willing to take in and watch dogs that many other daycares are ill-equipped or flat out refuse to have (muzzled or not). Muzzles (for certain dogs) are essential so that the rest of the animals and staff can feel safe and maximize fun/play (and so that muzzled animals/owner can still utilize the services). Canine is very clear about this from the start and makes no secret that these practices will be employed if deemed necessary .

Ale BQ
5/5
My boyfriend and I brought our aggressive doberman (Goku) for behavioral and obedience training. Jesse and his team were able to structure the proper training to help with his nervousness/aggressive behavior. Training involved socializing him with various dogs, e-collar training,…Read full reviewClose full review

My boyfriend and I brought our aggressive doberman (Goku) for behavioral and obedience training. Jesse and his team were able to structure the proper training to help with his nervousness/aggressive behavior. Training involved socializing him with various dogs, e-collar training, bite suit training, off leash, heel, walking in reverse, emergency down, muzzel training, and much more. The combination of all these trainings has help Goku built confidence and is no longer the same nervous/ aggressive dog. I recieve many compliments on how well train he is and I couldn't have asked for any other trainer besides Jesse! Would recommend to anyone who is in need of behavioral and obedience training!!

Emily Rappaport
5/5
The entire team at Canine Perspective is absolutely wonderful. I initially did 1x1 training with Jesse to help work through some leash reactivity and reinforce basic behaviors. The results and progress my dog, Remi, has made is outstanding. We always get compliments on her behavi…Read full reviewClose full review

The entire team at Canine Perspective is absolutely wonderful. I initially did 1x1 training with Jesse to help work through some leash reactivity and reinforce basic behaviors. The results and progress my dog, Remi, has made is outstanding. We always get compliments on her behavior in public settings and I love to show off all of the great things we've learned. We've also been utilizing their daycare and boarding facilities for just under 2 years now and can't say enough amazing things!! Remi LOVES the team at Canine and I can rest easy on vacation knowing she is in good hands. I am so thankful we found CP and can't imagine taking Remi anywhere else. Thank you again to the amazing team!! Remi and I are so greatful for you guys! If I could rate you 10 stars I would!

Kate Mahon
5/5

The best experience training our dog, Elsa

Deborah Kim
5/5
Jesse and his staff are the only people I trust my dogs with. Our older dog was trained by Jesse almost 5 years ago. And we couldn’t ask for a better behaved dog and role model for our new puppy. There was no question who we were going to for training our puppy 5 years later. Our…Read full reviewClose full review

Jesse and his staff are the only people I trust my dogs with. Our older dog was trained by Jesse almost 5 years ago. And we couldn’t ask for a better behaved dog and role model for our new puppy. There was no question who we were going to for training our puppy 5 years later. Our puppy gets the bonus of the fantastic staff we have been working with. Since going to Canine Perspective, our puppy has learned so much and has made so much progress. We’ve also been taking our first dog for day care and we couldn’t be happier! The structure Canine Perspective provides is exactly what our dogs need. They aren’t just thrown into kennels and let out every 6 hours to use the bathroom and maybe socialize. They are stimulated, training is reinforced and they socialize. Our two dogs are pitbulls, so this is especially important to us. Our older dog has been turned away from other facilities because he is a pitbull, even though he is so loving and playful. Canine Perspective welcomes all breeds and temperaments. Jesse and his staff provide structure and routine but also care for my dogs. Both of my dogs always get excited when I drop them off. I never doubt that they are going to have a good day and are being taken care of. Reconnecting with Jesse and Canine Perspective has brought me peace of mind when it comes to my dogs. The staff is always so welcoming and answer my questions no matter how silly I think they are. They are the first and only people who I trust to take care of my dogs. The ONLY people.

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