About K9 University Chicago

<h2>A complete dog services facility on West Lake Street</h2>

<p>K9 University Chicago says it "has provided trusted dog services in Chicago since 1992, from daycare, boarding, and grooming to private dog training and reactive dog programs," and states: "We welcome all breeds and temperaments, making us Chicago's most complete dog services facility."</p>

<h3>Training programs</h3>

<p>The training menu is one of the longest in this directory: <strong>custom training programs</strong>, <strong>boarding and training</strong> (including a version for puppies), <strong>day training</strong>, <strong>private lessons</strong> and <strong>group classes</strong>. Classes named include <strong>basic obedience</strong> and <strong>intermediate obedience</strong>, <strong>loose leash walking</strong>, <strong>off leash obedience</strong>, <strong>nose work</strong>, <strong>agility training</strong>, <strong>Canine Good Citizen (CGC) training</strong>, a <strong>puppy confidence building workshop</strong>, <strong>Stress Free Puppy</strong>, <strong>puppy training</strong> and <strong>dog group social rehab</strong>.</p>

<h3>Care services</h3>

<p>Alongside training the facility runs daycare — including dedicated <strong>daycare and boarding for reactive dogs</strong> and for unspayed dogs, plus senior dog daycare and boarding — along with boarding, emergency last-minute boarding, grooming, enrichment, day camp, open play, puppy parties and a dog shuttle.</p>

<h3>How they describe the operation</h3>

<p>The site emphasizes staff training and safety over method: "Our team is comprised of dog handlers, trainers, kennel attendants, and customer service members… We cross-train dog handlers to identify and interpret dog body language and behavioral cues." On the facility: "Safety is our priority. It informs everything we do. Our facility is specially designed to ensure both dogs and people have a safe, clean, and fun experience," monitored by staff 24/7 and climate-controlled. The site says staff "spend time with each dog to get to know their individual play style and the other dogs they like to be around." Schedules, prices, FAQs and a booking app are published on the site.</p>