
Moving to a new house is the perfect opportunity to get a new puppy—especially if you're coming from a place where pets weren't allowed. Now it's your space, and you can have a furry friend to share it with. Sometimes you need some help training and caring for those furry friends, though. Here are some of the best dog training centers near Rockford homes for sale.
- Go Dog Rockford - 4639 Charles St., Rockford, IL 61108
If you're going on vacation or just work all day and need someone to walk your dog, Go Dog Rockford can help. They provide dog walking services whenever you need them, as well as feeding and other care while you're on vacation, so you don't have to leave your friend in a kennel. Their employees are trained and certified to handle all of your pet's needs, from basic care to first aid and other emergencies. They work every day of the year, including holidays, and will handle any type or breed of dog—and cats too!
- Forest City Dog Training Club, Inc. - 6203 Material Ave., Loves Park, IL 61111
Having been in business for over 50 years, Forest City Dog Training Club has expert instructors of all types to train your dog in a variety of different ways. Located near Loves Park homes for sale, they offer classes in obedience, conformation, agility, and more, as well as training therapy dogs and show dogs. You can also rent their facility to host your own rally, show, or other dog-centric event.
- Canine in Focus - 3600 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61107
With a philosophy of mutual respect and positive reinforcement, Canine in Focus uses the latest canine behavioral science research to improve the relationship between dog and owner. Their puppy training helps you bond with your dog while their personality is first developing. They also have behavioral modification to eliminate anxiety and aggression in older dogs and basic manners classes to help them become well-adjusted members of your household and community. You can bring your canine companion to their training facility or schedule a house call, virtual training session, or extended stay at the home of a professional trainer.
- 4 C Positive Dog Training, LLC - 5496 Elevator Road, Roscoe, IL 61073
They say you can't teach an old dog new tricks, but 4 C Positive Dog Training proves the saying wrong. In addition to basic obedience classes, their trick dog training class is open to dogs of any age, teaching them how to jump through a hoop, take a bow, push a shopping cart, and more. Located near Roscoe homes for sale, they also offer a K9 Nose Work class, training dogs to recognize different scents and find specific objects in increasingly challenging scenarios.
- Dog Obedience by Gina - 7832 Moore Hill Court, Belvidere, IL 61008
If you want someone reliable and trustworthy to help train your dog to get along better with people or other dogs, stop unwanted behaviors, or just obey simple commands, Dog Obedience by Gina (D.O.G.) can help. Located near Belvidere homes for sale, their trained, licensed, and insured instructors can help curb destructive habits, reinforce good ones, and reduce aggression and separation anxiety. Get a series of one-hour training sessions or opt for their comprehensive "Stay-for-the-Day Training": five 8- to 10-hour sessions that include behavior training, plus plenty of playing and cuddles.
Contact us if you're ready to make Rockford the new home for you and your canine companion. Our real estate agents will help you find a place that suits both of your needs.