About Midwest Mutts Dog Training

<h2>In-home training across the northern Chicago suburbs</h2><p>Midwest Mutts trains only in the client's home: "we believe a well-trained dog starts at home&mdash;literally. Based in Chicago's northern suburbs, we specialize in personalized, in-home dog training that meets your pup where they're most comfortable." The stated goal is broader than obedience &mdash; "Our goal is not just to correct behavior, but to enhance your life with your dog."</p><h3>Services</h3><p>Three are listed. <strong>Basic Obedience</strong> covers sit, stay, come and leash walking, aimed at puppies and newly adopted dogs. <strong>E-Collar Training</strong> is described as "Used responsibly and with clear communication… reinforces off-leash reliability and advanced obedience," with the site stressing trust and clarity. <strong>Reactivity &amp; Aggression</strong> work covers barking, lunging and fearful behavior, addressing "the root causes." The site invites owners with anything else to call.</p><h3>Published pricing</h3><p>Rates are listed openly: <strong>$120</strong> for a 1-hour lesson, <strong>$540</strong> for a 5 pack, <strong>$960</strong> for a 10 pack, <strong>$1400</strong> for 15, <strong>$1750</strong> for 20 and <strong>$2425</strong> for 30. A free in-home consultation is offered first. A travel surcharge may apply outside the standard service area.</p><h3>The trainer</h3><p>The site says "Midwest Mutts was founded in 2025 by Evan Dallas after years of hands-on experience working with dogs in Chicago's northern suburbs," and that "Evan spent three years as a trainer with a local company and several more working as a dog walker." It lists him as an <strong>AKC Certified Canine Good Citizen Evaluator</strong> and claims 300+ dogs trained. His own rescue dog Winston, a border collie and cattle dog mix, is credited as the reason the business exists.</p><h3>Where he goes</h3><p>The standard service area is published in full and covers most of this metro area &mdash; Arlington Heights, Barrington, Buffalo Grove, Deer Park, Des Plaines, Elk Grove Village, Hoffman Estates, Lake Zurich, Long Grove, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Prospect Heights, Schaumburg and Wheeling among others.</p>