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Transform Your Dog’s Behavior with Proven Training That Works

Specializing in K9 Behavior Modification, Puppy Training, and Obedience for All Breeds & Ages

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ABOUT ME

Meet Your Trainer

Welcome to Lake County Dogs! I'm Gary Boots, the proud owner and founder of our dedicated canine service. With nearly 25 years of experience in the industry, I've devoted my career to understanding and improving the behavior of our beloved canine companions.

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Behavior Modification Specialist

Improving dog behavior with proven, compassionate methods.

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Karelian Bear Dog Breeder

Preserving a loyal, intelligent breed through responsible breeding.

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AKC Evaluator

Certified to assess dogs by AKC standards.

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SERVICES

Our Services

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Behavior Modification

Target issues like aggression, reactivity, anxiety, and fear with customized 1-on-1 sessions. We use safe, science-based techniques to address the root causes and create lasting change.

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Puppy Training

Build your puppy’s foundation with positive reinforcement. We cover crate training, potty habits, name response, basic commands, and early socialization.

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Obedience Training

From basic manners to advanced commands, we personalize your dog’s training for better leash behavior, focus, and responsiveness.

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Specialized Services

Board & Train

Immersive training experience while your dog stays with us.

Service Dog Task Training

Tailored task training for qualified service dog candidates.

Multi-Dog Household Training

Improve behavior and harmony across all your dogs with targeted group training.

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Pricing

Behavior Consultation

Understand your dog's behavior and get expert guidance to create a personalized training plan.

Price: $150

Behavior Modification Program

 A structured multi-session plan to change unwanted behaviors and build better habits long-term.
 Price: 4 sessions: $460 | 8 sessions: $880

Basic Obedience Package

Teach essential commands like sit, down, stay, leash walking, and recall in a 5-session plan.
 Price: $475

Individual Obedience Session

Target a specific issue or reinforce existing training in a focused, one-hour session.
Price: $110

Board & Train Program

Send your dog for immersive, hands-on training with daily structure and individualized attention.
Price: $1,800-$2,200

Private Behavior Session

One-on-one training focused on aggression, fear, reactivity, or anxiety with proven techniques.
 Price: $125

Puppy Foundations Package

Start your puppy off right with 4 sessions covering crate training, obedience, leash skills & socialization.
 Price: $380

Advanced Obedience Package

Refine your dog's focus, off-leash control, and distraction resistance for real-world reliability.
 Price: $525

Virtual Puppy Consult

Remote coaching to guide new puppy owners through crate setup, potty training, and daily structure.
Price: $75

Service Dog Task Training

Custom training for medical, psychiatric, or mobility-related tasks. By consultation only.
Price: Starting at $150/session

What Our Clients Say

Discover how our training has transformed dogs and brought peace of mind to their families. Real stories. Real results.

We have been working with Gary for years. When we had to put our 4-legged family member down, we started this puppy with training from the beginning. I can’t say enough how wonderful Gary has been with our bundle of joy.

He works with the whole family. Both of our girls have loved going to Gary’s. Remi not only does training, overnights but also daycare. She has so much fun.

We 110% recommend Gary.

The Pawlowskis
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Ready to Get Started?

Let’s create a calmer, more confident dog—together.

Type of Service Needed
Behavior Modification
Puppy Training
Obedience Training
Board & Train
Service Dog Training
Multi-Dog Household Training
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Serving Lake County, IL & Surrounding Areas

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