The Canine Club of Chicago - Dog Training Services

I recently had the pleasure of working with The Canine Club, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! From the moment I reached out to inquire about their services, I was met with professionalism, warmth, and genuine care for my dog’s well-being. The trainer, Raza, took the time to thoroughly assess my dog, Zeus, and our specific needs. Zeus had been struggling with basic commands and leash pulling, and I was at my wit’s end. But Raza’s approach was not only effective but also compassionate. He took the time to explain each step, providing clear instructions and guidance that I could easily implement at home. The training sessions were always engaging and positive, and it was clear that Raza’s techniques were based on positive reinforcement rather than punishment. I especially appreciated how he made each session feel like a fun experience for Zeus, ensuring that he remained motivated throughout. After just a few sessions, Zeus was already responding better to commands and walking on a leash without pulling! The transformation was incredible, and it truly exceeded my expectations. I also felt more confident as a dog owner, equipped with the knowledge and tools to continue Zeus’s training at home. I highly recommend The Canine Club to anyone looking for dog training services. Whether you’re dealing with behavioral issues or just want to improve your dog’s obedience, they offer tailored programs that really work. The results speak for themselves, and I’m so thankful for their expertise and support!

I hired Raza for puppy training in November 2024 and opted for the $800 package with 10 sessions. Why a 2-star review? Because Raza knows dogs, but he DOES NOT know business. For multiple training sessions and pick-up and drop-off appointments for boarding, he was significantly late or asking to change days/times at the last minute. He always has dog-ate-my-homework excuses: he and his girlfriend had a fight and she threw his phone across the room breaking it; he hit a deer and his car is totaled; his brother lost his house keys and he had to go home to let him in; he ran into traffic because of the weather; he left his phone at a restaurant and someone stole it; he got pulled over by the police, on and on, you get the picture. On average he’s 10-15 minutes late, at worst he’s been 30 minutes-1 hour late. On 3 separate occasions he offered to compensate me with an additional session. He refused to refund me unused sessions, so I was stuck. Frankly, he doesn’t have the discipline to have a rigid business policy like that. We had a come-to-Jesus conversation about his behavior in which he promised the flakiness would stop. The final straw for me was him being unresponsive on the day of pick-up for boarding on February 11, 2025, the night before an early morning flight (which he knew). We agreed in writing and in-person on the day/time a week in advance. The day before, I get no confirmation. The day of, I messaged him throughout the day looking for confirmation with no response. I had to scramble at the last minute to find another boarding option that evening. An hour AFTER the agreed upon pick-up time, he messages me from an email address with another lame excuse, claiming he could pick up my puppy in an hour (which would be 2+ hours after the agreed upon time of 7pm). At this point, I’ve already taken my dog to another business for boarding. Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, shame on me. I will no longer be using his services and cannot confidently recommend him. My puppy did make progress with play biting, potty training, crate training, and “sit” and “place” commands. However, any decent trainer could have accomplished that AND been respectful of my time, and a puppy’s need for consistent complete sessions. I hope he finds a way to become a more responsible and polished business owner. Don’t treat this like a side hustle, and don’t think I’m your homie and your excuses are gonna slide. I am an Afrolatina woman, so I am not stereotyping him when I say: Do better.

The best dog trainers in Chicago! The Canine Club and their 4-week board and train program. My dog Bruce came home a completely different dog in the best way possible. Before the program, he was stubborn and hard to manage, but now he listens to me so well and is incredibly well-trained. It’s like a dream come true. Raza was amazing to work with throughout the entire process. From the moment we started, I could tell he genuinely cared about Bruce and wanted the best for him. He explained everything so clearly and made sure I felt confident about keeping up with the training once Bruce came home. You can tell Raza has a passion for what he does, and it shows in the results. This program was worth every single penny and then some. I never thought I’d have a dog that would listen so perfectly, even off-leash, but now I do. It’s made such a difference in our lives—walks are enjoyable, and Bruce is so much more relaxed and happy. If you’re on the fence about signing up, do it. Raza and his team at The Canine Club are the best, and I’m so grateful for everything they’ve done for Bruce and me.

Raza is a phenomenal dog trainer I couldn’t happier with the results i received from The Canine Club!! Raza and his team truly care about your dog and helping you to achieve the results you need. From the moment I meant Raza he was super kind and explained soo much to me and really taught me a lot about the science behind dog training explaining everything from beginning to end and making sure I understood all of it. If you’re looking for a dog trainer I highly recommend calling the canine club and speaking with Raza.