Puppy & basic obedience
Foundational obedience, household skills and behavior support build good habits, communication and a strong bond.
Thoughtful pet care in River North, Chicago(312) 248-8407
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DOG TRAINING
Kind training. Lasting progress.
Clear guidance, positive reinforcement and science-based support for everyday skills and complex behavioral challenges.
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Pawfect careTHE PAWFECT DIFFERENCE
Care that feels
personal.
Behavior-focused support
Marnie offers support ranging from single-session guidance to ongoing work for complex, long-standing challenges.
Professional behavior services
Gabrielle develops personalized, science-based plans for anxiety, separation anxiety, aggression and related concerns.
Education for the whole family
Owner guidance, follow-up and refinement help turn training into sustainable progress at home.
PROGRAMS
Support for the dog
in front of us.
Puppy / Basic Obedience
Foundational training for loose-leash walking, controlled walking, household manners and impulse control.
- Heel / Auto Sit, stays and place
- Wait, leave it and doorway skills
- House breaking and unwanted behavior support
Behavior-Focused Training
Kind, science-based training that puts emotional wellbeing first, with the level of support shaped around the case.
Board & Train with Marnie
Home-based boarding, positive reinforcement, daily training and ongoing support designed for complex behavior work.
- Weeks 2–4: management and safety
- Up to 12 weeks: deeper layers of behavior
- 180 days: materials, calls and Zoom support
Behavioral Services
Gabrielle reviews history, routine, medical background and concerns, then creates a personalized plan with management and enrichment guidance.
Separation Anxiety Program
After the initial session, this virtual program involves daily collaboration and follows the evidence-based CSAT methodology developed by Malena DeMartini.
Ready when they are.