What is Pup Start?
Pup Start offers the freedom to enjoy a new puppy without all the confusion and stress. Have your puppy on the weekend, and let us handle potty training, obedience training, exposure, and exercise during the week. This is NOT just puppy training; this is a curriculum we follow to create confident, reliable, and obedient pets.
Certified Professionals
Our team consists of Certified Professional Dog Trainers, and we want the best for our program puppies.
10+ years of experience
Puppy training is extremely important because we define their future outlook on life and build their behavior from the beginning. This is why we want an experienced team.
450+ Puppies Trained
Success speaks for itself. We've trained over 450 puppies through our program, and now they focus on enjoying their lives with their families.
How does it work?
We want to make bringing a new puppy into your family as easy and stress-free as possible.
Drop-off your puppy
Drop off your puppy as early as 7am and pick up anytime between 4pm and 7pm. Boarding options are available as needed.
We train, socialize and provide real-world exposure
While you're away busy during the day, we provide all the training necessary for your puppy to excel in life.
Group Classes/ Tutorials
Don't worry, you'll be in the loop. You'll attend our weekly classes and receive bespoke tutorials on your puppy's training and homework.
What is my puppy going to learn?
We don't want our puppies to just listen; we want them to love the training and excel at it.
Potty & Crate Training
Potty training on cue and prevent crying and barking in the crate.
Sit, Down, Place & more
We teach the basics and instill long-term reliability.
Leash Walking
Prevent leash pulling and leash reactivity by following a proven process.
Distance, Distractions & Duration
We teach all puppies to deal with distracting environments long enough for you to enjoy your time with them.
Exposure to Environments
Puppies learn to swim, visit parks, and explore busy shopping centers, all to build the confidence to thrive.
Off-Leash Training
All 9 Months of age, all puppies complete an off-leash program, design for outdoor activities and high-level control.
Contact us about your puppy!
4108 N. Rockwell
Chicago, IL 60618
773.5393880