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Canine Life Center

 4501 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
  (773) 942-6445
Open Today Until 6:00 pm
In-Store Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Local Delivery, Same Day Delivery, No Contact Delivery Available

Training and Fitness Center

 5400 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
  (773) 961-8880
Open Today Until 8:30 pm

Urban Pooch Training & Fitness Center

5400 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

Corner of Balmoral Ave

773-961-8880
We Open Today at 08:00 AM

In this Location, We Offer:

  • Award-Winning Pet Retail Store for Dogs
  • Enrichment Daycare
  • Training, Agility, Nose Work
  • Grooming & Bathing, Self-Wash
  • PlayTime Express Transportation

Urban Pooch Canine Life Center

4501 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Corner of Sunnyside Ave

773-942-6445
We Open Today at 08:00 AM

In this Location, We Offer:

  • Award-Winning Pet Retail Store for Dogs and Cats
  • Group Play Daycare
  • Cage-Free Boarding (Lodging)
  • Grooming Spa & Bathing
  • PlayTime Express Transportation

Welcome to Urban Pooch Training & Fitness Center!

We’re proud to provide the city’s largest team of award-winning trainers who can solve any behavior issue.


From groups to private sessions, we have the perfect class for you and your pooch!

We offer classes for all ages of dogs at all levels of experience! We can even do a 30 Min. Assessment to review your goals and help guide you to the best solution for you and your Pooch! Browse through our course curriculums below:

Puppy Training

We offer multiple Puppy Classes each week including Puppy Playtime, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, Junior Dog, Puppy Agility and Intro to Puppy Nose Work! Whether you are looking to socialize your pup, teach them obedience or even start them off on the right paw in the world of dog sports, we have the classes that will make your pooch a true champion!

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Urban Pooch LEVELS Obedience Training

Comparable to a gym membership for your dog, our innovative class structure is more flexible by offering unlimited training sessions during your enrollment. Your Urban Pooch LEVELS membership allows you to attend as many class sessions each week as you’d like if those classes are at your dog’s training level.

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Agility & Sport Classes

Not only is Agility a fun bonding activity for BOTH you and your dog, but it's also a great way to build your dog's confidence! Whether your dog is reserved, or has loads of energy, Agility is the perfect sport for your pup!

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Advanced Manners and Certifications

We offer multiple levels of testing for Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification through the American Kennel Club.

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Behavior Specialty Classes

We designed these courses to help you and your dog develop a healthy relationship. Currently, we offer Reactive Dog, Reactive Dog 2 and Charm School.

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Private Training

Private Lessons are conducted by our Professional Certified Trainers in multiple areas of expertise.

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Dog Daycare

Your dog will love running and playing in our brand new 10,000 sq. foot facility and fun outdoor space! We offer daycare Monday – Friday from 6:30am – 7:00pm, as well as Sunday from 9:00am – 5:00pm. and are currently accepting new clients.

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Overnight Boarding

Your dog will have a great time spending the night with us. Comfy beds provided – No cages ever. To ensure everyone has a fun and safe time, our Pooch Pack Counselors sleep on beds with the dogs surrounding them. Our staff LOVES pooches, so the more the merrier for cuddling!

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Nose Work Classes

Sue Sentowski & Robin Taylor are certified Nose Work instructors (CNWI) with the National Association of Canine Scent Work (NACSW). They guide you and your pooch to success and Fun!"

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What Our Customers Say

Barbara Harris
2025-03-31

I cannot recommend Sharon Cierniak and Urban Pooch dog training facility enough! My dog, Etta, and I recently completed both the Agility and Tricks courses, and the experience has been nothing short of amazing. Sharon is an incredibly talented and patient trainer who has a true gift for working with rescue dogs. From the very first class, I could tell that she deeply understands canine behavior and has a genuine passion for teaching. She was able to tailor the training to Etta’s needs and personality, making sure we both progressed at our own pace. Her positive reinforcement approach created such a supportive and fun environment, which kept Etta motivated and eager to learn. The Agility course was an absolute blast! Sharon broke everything down into easy-to-understand steps, and Etta quickly picked up the skills, even overcoming some initial hesitations. The obstacles were exciting, and it was so rewarding to see Etta grow in confidence as we made our way through the course. Sharon’s encouragement and expert guidance made the experience feel both challenging and enjoyable. The Tricks course was equally fantastic! Sharon has a great way of keeping the classes upbeat and engaging, teaching new tricks with clarity and patience. Etta quickly learned a variety of fun and useful tricks, from simple ones like “sit” and “shake” to more advanced ones like “spin” and “bang!” The best part was seeing how proud Etta became of herself as she mastered each trick. I’ve noticed such a positive change in Etta’s behavior, confidence, and focus. The training we received from Sharon not only strengthened our bond but also gave me the tools to continue teaching and growing with Etta at home. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, kind, and truly exceptional dog trainer, Sharon Cierniak is the one to go to!

Samantha Bellgraph
2025-03-01

We’ve really enjoyed our first treibball class! Ruby has always loved playing fetch, and treibball feels similar but more with more technique and challenges. With multiple balls, a goal to reach, and a focus on teamwork between us, it really gets her thinking. It’s been fun to tap into Ruby’s herding instincts, though I’m sure any dog would love it. As Ruby gets older, we’re grateful that treibball is active yet low impact. We also appreciate how Ashley makes practicing at home so easy with fun and creative homework ideas. Ruby has gained confidence and learned new commands—this class gets her moving and thinking all while having fun.

Judy Washer
2024-11-22

The best place for training! And their retail has everything you need: Food, treats & toys! SHOP LOCAL!

Kristi Johnson
2024-10-30

We have been taking our pup here for a couple months. She is going through the levels program and have found it wonderful. The flexibility of different days, different trainers styles, and more than once a week has allowed her to learn so much more quickly that I experienced with my previous dog with once a week classes. I've enjoyed every single one of the trainers and they are very kind. The store also has a great selection!

Paul Rogus
2024-10-17

Best in the business for everything canines! Dan and Ed truly speak their passion for animals through their wonderful and professional staff. If you have a pooch in Chicago, check them out for daycare, boarding, grooming, retail, and more! 5/5 recommend!

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We’re proud to provide the city’s largest team of differentiated, award-winning trainers, who can solve any behavior issue.