Reward Based Teaching
Improving Relationships Between Humans and Their Dogs
for More Than 25 Years
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Serving Chicagoland
Our Focus Is:
Behavior Assessments
Behavior assessments include identifying goals, evaluating risks, outlining best practices, and introducing modification exercises.
Behavior Modification
Lesson plans, follow-up visits, and instructive feedback help you change behaviors.
Training Classes
Training classes address behavior, manners, obedience, and dog sports.
Virtual Video and Phone Consultations
Virtual video and phone consultations are mediums for all instruction. Stay tuned for our upcoming workshops and classes.
Our Trainers
Janice Triptow
President and Lead Trainer, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), and Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT)
Rachel Findley
Trainer, Certified
Professional Dog Trainer
(CPDT)
Our Clients
Jessica and Scott P
Boston (Lab/Mix)“My husband and I were extremely concerned Boston, began having negative reactions to our newly mobile toddler son. After a few months of intense behavior modification sessions with Janice, and a lot of homework for us, Boston and Jake are now good pals.
We are thrilled with the results and highly recommend Janice’s services to anyone experiencing behavioral problems with their dog.”Ainat and Zack K.
Bella (Weimaraner)“When Bella broke free from her leash right outside our back gate and took off, leash trailing, after her archenemy, we knew we were in trouble. She bit the owner in the ankle. Janice introduced us to a training approach that takes advantage of the natural tendencies of our dog. We are now aware of how to control Bella in order to entirely avoid her aggressive behavior and not only that, from an incorrigible puller, she is now a pleasure to walk on a leash.”Kelly and Tim R.
Ela (Springer Spaniel)“The dog we adopted, Ela, came to us sick, emaciated and with more ‘baggage’ than a 747. We got her healthy again... but the behavioral issues, which included separation anxiety and aggression, remained.
After just a few months of positive-reinforcement based training and behavior modification with Janice and continued adjustments with veterinary-prescribed anti-anxiety medication, she’s made great improvements, gaining confidence in both herself and us.”Heather and Brian U.
(Lab/Shep and Lab)“Our Lab/Shepherd mix became aggressive towards our Black Lab shortly after undergoing surgery on one ear...We were referred to Janice and immediately found her to be comfortable and confident in remedying the problems we were experiencing. Through a combination of behavior modification, a few strict household rules, and a prescription for anti-anxiety medication from our vet, we conquered the “mid-life crisis” that our Lab/Shepard was enduring.”Mary S.
Ben (Staffordshire Terrier)“After moving into a high rise building Ben became aggressive toward other dogs, who would routinely run into the elevator off leash. Ben responded to Janice almost immediately and was responding to her commands (and mine too!) by the time she left an hour later. It was a huge relief to me to see and experience this. For the first time, I felt empowered with my dog.”Shoshana B.
Wrigley (Portuguese Water Dog)“Wrigley had been the baby in the family for his first year of life. The impending birth of our first child had us concerned about how Wrigley would react to having a new baby in the house and so we contacted Janice.
Janice worked with us and Wrigley on how to manage his enthusiastic greetings and his expectations of being the center of attention and taught us ways to get him used to the inevitable pulling and prodding of little hands.
Now that our daughter is a year old, Wrigley is her best friend. And though he may not love to share thespotlight, he’s always gentle and tolerant of her.”