Lakeshore K9
1570 Old Skokie Valley Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
Overview
Lakeshore K9 is a family-owned dog training and boarding facility in Highland Park, IL, offering daycare, boarding, training programs, and grooming services. They emphasize positive-reinforcement training focused on timing, consistency, and motivation, with programs ranging from puppy preschool to advanced obedience and boarding school. The facility has a strong reputation with nearly 400 reviews and a 4.9 rating, providing daily report cards and photos to owners.
Amenities & Policies
Required vaccinations: Rabies, DHPP
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What Reviews Say
320 reviews analyzedLakeshore K9 is a highly-regarded facility specializing in 'Board and Train' programs and daycare, with customers frequently reporting dramatic improvements in dog behavior. The facility is praised for its convenient curbside drop-off/pick-up and high-quality digital report cards. While the training methods are 'balanced' (which may not suit owners seeking 100% positive reinforcement), the overwhelming majority of clients describe the staff as exceptionally loving and professional.
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Training Philosophy (Balanced vs. Positive Only)(2 mentions)
“The trainer immediately started talking about using choke collars or other negative ways to train the dog rather than only positive reinforcement.”
Booking Availability(2 mentions)
“The only downsides are their booking system and how busy they can be during summer... requiring a lot of advanced planning.”
Communication Gaps(3 mentions)
“During the second round of training he got sick... and no one ever contacted me to see how he was.”
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Top Rated
4.9 stars from 352+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.9-star rating across 352 reviews.
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