Chicago Canine Academy has been a trusted name in dog training throughout Chicago, IL, and the surrounding areas for decades. Owned and operated by Jim Morgan, a veteran with over 40 years of experience, our academy offers a full suite of services including obedience training, dog boot camps, daycare, and overnight boarding. We specialize in shaping well-behaved companions through clear structure, consistency, and positive reinforcement. What sets us apart is the level of care we provide , a dedicated caretaker lives on-site, and dogs are monitored 24/7 to ensure their safety and comfort. Whether your dog needs behavioral training or just a safe place to stay, we treat every pup like our own.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Obedience training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
How training happens
Board and train
Group classes
Dog age
Puppies
Training approach
Positive reinforcement
Additional services
Boarding
Daycare
Dog walking
Grooming
Consultations
Free consultation
Other listed services
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Dog sitting (in-home)
Dog Boot Camp
Exercise Routine
Group Activities
Individualized Training
Supervised Playtime
Structured Training Integration
Individualized Care and Attention
Seasonal and Special Event Care
Dog care services
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Questions & answers
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What people have asked about this business.
Do you offer private lessons for my dog?
Yes, we offer private one-on-one training sessions tailored to meet the unique needs of your dog. These sessions can address specific behavior issues or help reinforce commands learned in group classes.
Community answer · Chicago Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
What services do you offer at Chicago Canine Academy?
We offer a range of services including basic obedience training, advanced obedience, puppy socialization, behavior modification, and private sessions. We also provide group classes, agility training, and canine good citizen certification programs.
Community answer · Chicago Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
What is the training method used at Chicago Canine Academy?
We use positive reinforcement techniques, focusing on rewarding desirable behaviors to encourage learning. Our methods are humane, science-based, and tailored to each dog's temperament and needs.
Community answer · Chicago Canine Academy · 2025-09-21
BEWARE- Please read the reviews before you take your dog here!!!
He honestly hits the dogs into submission to train and that is just unacceptable I wish you would just close up shop! If enough people don't go there he will!
Community answer · Ellen · 2018-09-21
I just called and ask about training classes for my pit and was told they don't do classes, I'm confused then what kind of location is this!
Community answer · diana ayala · 2021-09-21
Jim is fantastic. My dogs love going there. Made a huge difference in my dogs.
I also think you should go in and talk to them, and that it is worth every penny.
Community answer · Trevor Grant · 2018-09-21
Bootcamp for 2 weeks is at least $1600 but after that you can keep on going every Saturday and Wednesday. It is worth the money. I get compliments on my dogs all the time
Community answer · Ana Bubalo · 2018-09-21
Thank you but I'm on disability it's a little to high for me
Community answer · Nikesmommy · 2018-09-21
For Daycare and boarding they are very affordable. Training is costly but on par with others. Staff is great with the dogs, and the owner is a true dog lover.
Community answer · Brian Nerzig · 2018-09-21
They are worth every penny. They can work with you
5/5The best place for your dog! Might not be everyone’s cup of tea but we love a strong and ethical approach to dog training with lots of love! They offer that here. Our boy Sam is safe, happy and thriving so much in just the two weeks spent in their care. Beyond thankful to the tea…Read full reviewClose full review
The best place for your dog! Might not be everyone’s cup of tea but we love a strong and ethical approach to dog training with lots of love! They offer that here. Our boy Sam is safe, happy and thriving so much in just the two weeks spent in their care. Beyond thankful to the team and can’t wait to send our other pup here. Cannot recommend it enough. If you are willing to put in the work you will see a vast improvement and just how much a dog can thrive with structure!
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Lisa Smith
5/5
We have 3 stubborn JRT’s - Jim & crew have helped us to learn how to train them and ourselves to make sure our household is a calm, safe & happy space for everyone!
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lolo
5/5
I love this place and these people. I never worry about my pups when they are boarded here. They are always well cared for . I highly recommend them.
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Melinda Millan
5/5
Love it here Better and my dog gg too 😀.
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Heather Boles
5/5Bringing my puppy Anniken here has been the best decision. Their number one focus is the safety of your dog. They enforce this with a respect based training, which does include corrections. Seeing this from the outside vs being there and going through the training is truly night …Read full reviewClose full review
Bringing my puppy Anniken here has been the best decision. Their number one focus is the safety of your dog. They enforce this with a respect based training, which does include corrections. Seeing this from the outside vs being there and going through the training is truly night and day.
The day before I dropped her off for bootcamp I read some of the reviews and was second guessing this decision.
Going to see her on the second week was like seeing a completely different puppy, I was amazed and knew we made the right decision for her.
In the 4 months that we have been going here after bootcamp I've met a lot of dogs and dog owners. I have witnessed so much love, praise, respect, and success.
I love my dog. If that means I have to give her a few corrections to make sure she is not put into a deadly situation, that's exactly what I'll do.
I'd also like to note that choke (slip) collars, pronged collars and electric collars exist and are used/sold for a reason. The military, police, and even service dog use these collars for training some of the best dogs. It works.
If you're against the use of these, this isn't the place for you.
I will continue to bring my dog here until they get sick of us and tell us to go away.
Original customer experiences from the collected Google data. Ratings without comments follow written reviews.
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