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Canine Life Center

 4501 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
  (773) 942-6445
Open Today Until 6:00 pm
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Training and Fitness Center

 5400 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
  (773) 309-3332
Open Today Until 8:30 pm

What to Bring to Training Classes

How to prepare for your awesome & FUN classes at Urban Pooch Training and Fitness Center:

  • Bring a variety of very yummy, small-sized treats (the size of a green pea). You may try mixing the treats with your dog’s meal if you’re concerned about over-feeding, but not all dogs will train for kibble outside the house.

  • Consider using a treat pouch – it’s easy to forget you have treats in your pocket. We have treat pouches for sale at Urban Pooch Training & Fitness Center.

  • In addition to training treats, you’ll also need a calming treat. This can be anything that will get your dog chewing or licking, such as a stuffed Kong, Lickimat, or bully stick.

  • Bring motivational toys that don’t make noise and that won’t roll away.

  • Please, no choke or electronic collars. Flat collars, martingale collars, and many styles of harness can all be appropriate, depending on the dog. If our trainers think a different piece of equipment will help you or your dog, we'll let you know. Don't forget ID tags!

  • Use a simple 6-foot leather or cloth leash. Chain and thick rope leashes are not recommended. Retractable leashes are not allowed. It's best to remove any keys, poop bags, or other items you may have clipped to the handle.

  • As always and everywhere, Please bring poop bags!

  • Wear your play attire to class – comfortable clothes, closed-toe and rubber-soled shoes

  • The Red Bandana Program

Red bandanas will be worn by dogs who need a little space. They may be uneasy around other dogs, or shy of people, or become overstimulated easily. Please offer space when you see a dog wearing a red bandana.



What Our Customers Say

187 trusted five-star reviews
Kelly Merrick
2026-08-10

Urban Pooch Training and Fitness Center has been incredible for our dog. He's a regular at Enrichment Daycare (Jorma and Krissi made him at home from his very first day) and is also enrolled in Pooch Academy. We've seen a huge improvement in his socialization and his behavior from the regular training and fun with his buddies. We've also done one-on-one training sessions with Marta, who we highly recommend. Sharon and Olivia have worked with our pup regularly in Pooch Academy and their report cards let us know what to work on at home. Can't say enough good things about this place and the care, attention, and support they give to pups (and their people!)

Caylin Stewart
2026-08-08

We love Urban Pooch Training & Fitness sooooo much! Sharon’s Tricks and Agility classes are wonderful and our favorite! Enrichment daycare and grooming have also always been great & my pup, Samson, is a graduate of the Levels obedience program. I cannot say enough about how amazing the Levels program was for him, and it’s also where he first met Sharon who has by far been his favorite teacher! Urban Pooch is seriously the best, it’s helped Samson be his best self, and his tail is always wagging even if it’s just for a nail trim!

Meredith Cain
2026-08-08

UPTFC has been an incredible part of my dog’s life for almost four years. From enrichment daycare to training and grooming, every experience has been consistently outstanding. The team truly understands each dog as an individual and interacts with them in a way that makes them feel safe, engaged, and loved. Their creative theme days are unmatched—always thoughtful, fun, and clearly designed with the dogs’ happiness in mind. Ali does an amazing groom every single time, and all of the staff are friendly, helpful, and wonderfully accommodating. I couldn’t ask for a better place. Love everything about UPTFC!

Elizabeth Simpkin
2026-08-08

We love Urban Pooch training! The flexible Levels classes helped us and our reactive rescue dog build skills and gain confidence. And in Tricks Star class Sharon is helping us communicate better in the most fun way.

Maxx Byron
2026-08-07

Pamela at puppy fundamentals is so knowledgeable and I love all the play time!

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