About Canine in Mind

<h2>Board and train from a trainer's home, plus in-home lessons</h2>

<p>Canine in Mind describes itself as "A Dog Training Company" serving the northwest suburbs of the Chicagoland area, and lists East Dundee, West Dundee, Algonquin, Gilberts, Barrington, Elgin, South Elgin, Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg, Huntley, Bartlett and more among the communities it covers.</p>

<h3>Board and train</h3>

<p>The board and train is described as taking place in a trainer's home rather than a kennel: "No crowded kennels – dogs stay in our comfortable, family-oriented home," with limited spots. The training page says the program begins with relationship building – "we will relax, play games, and walk together" – before obedience work starts, and that owners receive progress updates by text, email or call along with photos and videos. An at-home lesson at the end of the stay and a follow-up lesson are included.</p>

<h3>Private lessons and the first step</h3>

<p>In-home private lessons run an hour and are framed as "training you how to train your dog." A Consultation Lesson is the mandatory first step for any program; the site says it is used to set goals in depth, meet the dog, and give a realistic expectation and time frame. A Buddy Program is published for households or friends with more than one dog, described as $100 off each dog.</p>

<h3>Common problems addressed</h3>

<p>The homepage lists jumping on guests, leash pulling, excessive barking, furniture chewing, recall, listening around distractions, potty training, begging and door rushing, and says the company specializes in puppy training.</p>