About Black Dog K9 Training and Pet Services LLC

<h2>In-home private training across the south suburbs</h2>

<p>Black Dog K9 Training and Pet Services describes itself on its home page as "Chicagoland's premier in home private dog training and behavior specialists," and says it is "Recommended by veterinarians, shelters, police and animal control officers." The same page lists the work it specializes in as "group and private training, aggression, obedience problems and behavior issues."</p>

<h3>How they describe their method</h3>

<p>The site sums up its approach as "Simple, Effective, Science based and Humane Training for Every Dog," and says the approach "is balanced and natural taking into consideration your dog's breed and instincts as well as your need to have a reliable friendly companion." The about page is explicit about what is not used: "We do not rely on shock collars or harsh punishments. We take the time to understand you and your dog and apply the method that will work best for you both." The business frames training as "about communication and cooperation," with humane training helping "your dog to think and make good choices in everyday situations."</p>

<h3>Experience and credentials the site claims</h3>

<p>The about page says the business brings "over 25 years of study and experience to every training situation," and explains that it was started because many dogs are surrendered over behavior problems that training could solve. It names two people working with clients, Marty and Heide, and says they "work with all breeds and problems including aggression,(toward humans and dogs)." Of Marty the page says he "is a graduate of Animal Behavior College and is a Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and the Association of Companion Animal Behavior Counselors," that he is "an American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen evaluator" and that he is "certified by G.A.P.(Gifted Animal Placement) finding and training therapy,search and rescue and assistance dogs in shelters." The home page separately lists professional membership of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and the Association of Companion Animal Behavior Counselors.</p>