We train hundreds of dogs and their owners each year in our large, indoor training facility.  Classes currently range from Puppy Class, Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Obedience classes. Or we can train you to train your dog for various A.K.C. Titles.  We also train dogs for hunting.  Although we offer many classes throughout the week that should fit into even the busiest schedule, we also offer individual training sessions.  Our courses are veterinarian approved and conducted by our highly-qualified staff.

At First Place Dog Training, we use positive reinforcement to teach dogs and their owners appropriate behavior.  There are many places that still teach dog obedience training with older harsher methods, we do not believe or utilize those techniques.  We find that the dogs respond much better to praise and reward than to other methods.  It is easier on the dog, as well as on the owner using positive training techniques.

We also have a full-service dog boarding and training kennel at our McHenry Illinois location.  The indoor kennel is climate controlled and each dog is given plenty of exercise each day during its stay. We offer a "board and train" doggy drop off boot camp, where we can train your dog for you during their stay with us.  Schedule your dog for boarding or training while you go on vacation with the comfort that he or she is in good hands.

Please let us know if you have any questions about our training philosophy or if you would like to sign up for one of our dog obedience training classes. We also have a handy on-line registration for our classes!

We can be reached at: 

First Place Dog Training Ltd.
2519 North Riverside Drive
McHenry, Illinois 60051
(815) 385-3350
Fax (815)385-3359
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