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Efficient, Holistic, and Results-Oriented Dog Training
Are you experiencing behavioral issues with your dog? Our dog-friendly training methods can help you overcome these issues quickly. We train in your home where you and your dog are most comfortable. With our efficient, results-oriented training program, you can achieve the communication and leadership you want with your dog. Live a happier life together with your dog!
Dog Training Services
Common Dog Behavioral Issues We Address:
- Aggression
- Adjusting to New Home
- Barking
- Biting
- Chewing
- Destruction
- Digging
- Focus & Listening
- Housebreaking
- Improving Confidence
- Jumping
- Leash Pulling
- Marking/Peeing
- New Baby Preparation
- Obsessiveness
- Respecting Other Pets
- Running Away
- Separation Anxiety
- Sibling Rivalry – in House Tensions/ Fights
Not sure where your dog could use improvement? Take our free behavioral quiz today.
Meet Vicky, Master Dog Trainer & Dog Behavioral Therapist
Home Dog Training & Puppy Training in Orland Park, Tinley Park & Naperville!
My name is Vicky Harper and I am your local master dog trainer and dog behavioral therapist in the Greater Southern Chicago Suburbs including Orland Park, Tinley Park, Mokena, New Lenox, Frankfort, Homer Glen and Naperville.
I have been training dogs and puppies for nearly 20 years and love working with families in the Greater Orland Park region.
I am proud to be acknowledged as a true professional expert in the field of dog training. I have worked directly on a national level with The Steve Harvey Show! They came to me and have sought out my advice and help. I’ve worked with them behind the scenes on some of their programs involving dogs and Steve himself gave me a shout out on air during one of the programs. You can imagine my surprise when I got a call from them on a Sunday morning! But how did they find out about me? They simply did their research like you and googled dog trainers in the Chicago area! They looked at the type of techniques that I use and read all of the positive things my clients have said about me online over the years!
I train dogs and their pet parents using our natural communication techniques that dogs understand. I apply the same communication methods - body language and voice control - that dogs instinctively follow. My initial sessions typically last 2-3 hours.
I do in-home, private behavioral and obedience dog training. The training is done in your home because your dog is more relaxed, there are less distractions and it's where most problems occur. I customize the training program according to your dog's issues and your goals.
I am most proud of the fact that I use natural techniques. I do not believe in using any harsh or physical measures at all. There is no use of any prong, shock or any other type of collar that would cause harm to your dog. I teach you how to communicate with your dog in a simple manner that he/she can understand and that will improve your overall relationship.
In addition to addressing unwanted behaviors, I also teach basic obedience - Come, Sit, Stay, Down, Walking as well as general household manners. With puppies the goal is to train them and raise them properly so that they do not develop behavioral issues. I teach puppy basics such as crate and potty training as well. Some clients hire me the day they bring their dog home so I can guide them through the process from start to finish.
Many of my clients come to me after other types of dog training methods have failed. Please do not give up on your dog without working with me first. Bark Busters Home Dog Trainers have saved thousands of dogs across the country that would have been given up or euthanized without our training.
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Connect with us Call 1-877-500-BARK (2275)or enter your zip code.
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Locally and Nationally Recognized Dog Training
Does My New Puppy Need Training?
Did you recently bring home a new puppy and need help with basic training to set a strong foundation for your dog's learning journey?
Like infants and toddlers, puppies need guidance to develop good behavior and a well-rounded temperament. They require extra attention for housetraining, socialization, feeding, and playtime—making puppyhood a rewarding but significant responsibility.
With Bark Busters in-home training, you don’t have to wait to start training your puppy. Our Puppy Training is unique in that we pace the sessions according to your puppy’s developmental stages and your progress. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to puppy training, but Bark Busters Orland Park can help you establish a solid foundation of trust and respect in a safe, nurturing environment.
We provide support with crate training, potty training, leash training, and more. Our team gives you all the tools needed to successfully train your puppy at home, tackling common issues such as:
- Chewing
- Playful biting
- Barking
- Stealing food
- Digging
- Potty training
- Separation anxiety
Training can begin just a few days after your puppy adjusts to their new home. Starting early and staying consistent helps establish the leadership skills necessary to manage your puppy’s behavior effectively. Ready to begin your journey with your new puppy?
Are You Struggling with Your Dog's Behavior?
Bark Busters trainers specialize in behavioral modification, bringing over 30 years of experience to successfully help thousands of dogs. Your Bark Busters trainer in Orland Park will tailor a solution specifically to your dog to address any behavioral issues such as:
- Aggressive dog behavior is often a learned, typically stemming from feelings of vulnerability, fear, or a perceived lack of protection. It can develop as a survival mechanism or due to a misunderstanding of the dog's role within its pack. Identifying the root cause of this behavior is essential in addressing what triggers your dog’s aggression.
- Separation anxiety in dogs is a complex behavioral issue with negative consequences. Dogs can grow accustomed to having their families around and may become confused when they are suddenly left alone more frequently. Addressing this issue early can prevent significant stress for both dogs and their owners.
- Sibling rivalry in a multi-dog household is a serious issue many dog owners face. Bark Busters trainers can identify the underlying causes of rivalry and work to resolve them before they escalate.
Unlearn Unwanted Behaviors with Dog Training
Most severe dog behaviors can be corrected with the expert guidance of a professional Bark Busters trainer. Here with Bark Busters Orland Park, our unique dog behavioral modification therapy helps dogs unlearn aggressive behaviors and restructure their responses in a way that is clear and understandable for both the dog and the owner. We can help with any age, any breed, and with any issue - even foundational puppy training. But especially if you need to relieve the stress of severe dog behavior issues - call us today!
No Matter the Dog Behavior Issue, We're Experts in Finding the Solution.
What Makes Bark Busters Orland Park Unique
Bark Busters is the worldwide leader of in-home dog training, helping over 1 million families and their dogs around the globe since 1989. We wholeheartedly believe in our methods and 30+ years of results. At Bark Busters Orland Park, we clear up the miscommunication between dogs and humans at the root of many behavioral issues by teaching everyone to speak the same language – dog!
Our nurturing, dog-friendly approach teaches you, the pet parent, the same natural communication methods that dogs understand instinctively. Our efficient, results-oriented, training program prioritizes clear communication and leadership while addressing issues in the locations they occur.
This means faster, longer-lasting solutions for you and your dog.
Dogs learn best in a familiar, safe environment, free of outside distractions and disruptions. That is why we come directly to your home, on your schedule to build an effective foundation for better behavior. We work first to build an effective foundation for better behavior. We teach you how to communicate with your dog. Dogs naturally live in families and look to their family leaders for guidance, safety, and love. Most people don't know how to appeal to a dog's natural sense of leadership or communication. We teach you how to use friendly, canine leadership and to "speak dog" using your body language, voice tones, and timing so you and your dog communicate better! You will see results. You want to see a change in your dog’s behavior, preferably sooner rather than later.
Any Breed. Any Age. Any Issue. Get Started Today!
We customize our training sessions to achieve your specific goals and meet your dog’s unique needs. When you learn to "speak dog" the Bark Busters way, you get real results – and nurture positive relationships and lasting emotional bonds with your canine family member.
Our Services
Bark Buster trainers conduct the one-on-one training in your home, without the distraction of other dogs or the stress of being sent away for dog obedience training at a kennel. After learning in your home, our behavioral therapist and trainer will work with you as needed outside and around real distractions, once you and your dog are ready.
Life of Dog Support Guarantee
Bark Busters Home Dog Training provides a Life of Dog Support Guarantee that is unique in the industry. It is designed to help owners resolve their dog's behavior and obedience problems and to provide customers with the satisfaction of ongoing support and peace of mind.
Tips & Advice
We're here to help. From general dog training tips, to puppy toilet training best practices, to learning about various dog breeds we've worked with, Bark Busters offers our free tips and advice on common dog behavior problems and more.
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