About Shake Training

<h2>Force-free, in-home training across Chicagoland</h2>

<p>Shake provides "pet training and behavior modification in the Chicago area" and is unambiguous about method: "We pride ourselves in our use of SCIENCE-BACKED, FORCE-FREE METHODS when training your pets," and "Shake! adheres to the Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) Policy." The delivery model is equally clear — "We only offer private in-home visits… we will come to you" — covering the Chicagoland area including Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Glenview, Northfield, Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka and Glencoe.</p>

<h3>Packages</h3>

<p>Everything starts with a free 30-minute <strong>Discovery Call</strong> used to pick between three packages. <strong>New Dog, Who Dis?</strong> is "a basic yet personalized plan tailored for new dogs entering the home, ideally aged between 8 weeks and 6 months." <strong>I'm Tired of Raw Doggin' It</strong> is the broader package "tailored for pets with nuisance habits, such as excessive barking, jumping, leash pulling, chewing, and counter surfing." <strong>I've Tried Everything…</strong> is described as the final option "designed for those desperate to reclaim their lives," using "science-backed, humane, non-aversive, and force-free practices" with an out-of-control dog. Listed hours are Monday to Friday 9 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 10 AM to 2 PM, closed Sunday.</p>

<h3>Background</h3>

<p>The about page is written in the first person by Ellie, who identifies herself as the owner of Shake. She describes completing a degree in Theatre, then working at a dog daycare and boarding facility and walking dogs through apps, before a dangerous incident with a dog that had unaddressed behavioral issues prompted her to pursue a certificate in Advanced Canine Training from the Animal Behavior Institute — where the site says she received training in behavioral science and hands-on experience treating complex behavioral problems using humane, science-backed, force-free methods — followed by shadowing other force-free trainers.</p>