A home, not a kennel routine
Your dog settles into my home like part of the family. We practice the manners that matter beyond a training session.
In-home stay and train · Illinois
Better manners start here.
The progress comes home with you.
Your dog stays in my home and trains directly with me. Together, we'll work toward calmer walks, better listening, and an easier everyday life with your dog.
Evaluation: $50 · Lake County, McHenry County, and beyond.
Training directly with JasonYour dog lives in my homeGo-home and follow-up lessons included
More than a boarding stay
Practice for the life you actually share.
Pulling on walks. Jumping at the door. Tuning you out when something exciting happens. Stay and train gives us time to work on everyday challenges while your dog lives with me—not just during a weekly lesson.
One trainer, start to finish
I'm Jason, and I'll be the person working with your dog and talking with you about their progress.
You learn, too
Training doesn't end at pickup. I'll coach you through go-home and follow-up lessons so you know what to practice together.
Your dog's plan
What we can work on
We'll choose goals around your dog's age, behavior, and needs. Depending on the plan, that can include:
- Loose-leash walking and listening around distractions
- Calmer greetings and manners around the doorbell
- Coming when called and settling into a down stay
- Car rides, outings, and everyday confidence
- Helping you communicate clearly with your dog at home
An evaluation comes first. I'll meet your dog, hear what's been difficult, and tell you honestly whether stay and train is the right fit.
How it works
A clear next step, not a big leap.
Start with an evaluation
Tell me about your dog and what you'd like to change. We'll meet, talk through realistic goals, and choose a plan.
Your dog stays with me
We work on the agreed goals through training and everyday life in my home. I'll keep you updated along the way.
Bring the learning home
I'll show you what your dog has practiced and how to follow through. Your go-home and follow-up lessons are part of the program.
From a dog owner
Support for both ends of the leash.
“The best part is that he also supports us in the training process by giving techniques to use at home.”Andrea · excerpt from a Google reviewRead K9 Connections reviews on Google
Is this right for your dog?
Let's make that decision together.
Stay and train may be a fit if you'd like daily, hands-on training and are ready to keep practicing when your dog comes home. If another format makes more sense, I'll talk you through private lessons, day training, or puppy raising.
Results and timelines vary. Your dog's starting point, the goals we choose, and your follow-through all matter.
Before you book
Questions I'd want you to ask.
Where will my dog stay?
Your dog stays in my home with me, settling in like part of the family. At your evaluation, ask me about the daily routine and anything your dog needs to feel comfortable.
How long does stay and train take?
I recommend at least three weeks so your dog has time to learn and practice. We'll choose the length together based on your dog's needs and the goals we agree on.
Will I know what to do when my dog comes home?
Yes—go-home and follow-up lessons are included. I'll show you what we've practiced and coach you on keeping it going. Continued practice at home is part of the plan.
What training tools do you use?
I use a range of training tools rather than one approach for every dog. At your evaluation, I'll explain what I'd recommend, why, and how you'll work with your dog. Bring your questions before committing to a program.
Do you work with owners outside Lake and McHenry counties?
Yes. I serve Lake County, McHenry County, and beyond. That includes owners from Crystal Lake, McHenry, Grayslake, Mundelein, Libertyville, and Gurnee. If you're farther away, call or text and we'll talk through the arrangements.
Will I get updates?
Absolutely. I'll keep you in the loop while your dog stays with me. We can talk about updates and your questions at the evaluation.
Ready when you are
Tell me about your dog.
What makes walks hard? What happens when guests arrive? What would you love to feel easier? Let's start there and build a plan together.
Calls and texts 7am–8pm. I'll get back to you ASAP.