Chicago Dog Trainer
Home of the ForceFree Method
Marc Goldberg | Patrick Farrell
Text or Call: 224-407-2131

Max The Springer SpanielMax is a super energetic Spinger Spaniel with an amazing joy of life. His friendly temperament was only matched by his uncontrollable habits. He constantly sniffed at and ate off the counters and table, climbing over seated people to do so. Climbing over my client's 91 year old father in law, Max accidently clawed the elderly gentleman's arm. Numerous stitches were required. His owner, a physician, wanted Max to be able to more fully enjoy family life.

Max's other charms included not coming when called and jumping wildly on people. On top of all that, he would constantly jump in the swimming pool even though he had his own wading pool. And as if all that were not enough, Max also had a taste for the pop-up water sprinkler heads, eating them as the timer kicked on.

After our training program, Max was able to enjoy many more walks with his family. He also got to spend more outdoor time with the family by the pool...not in it. He comes when called, asks for attention without jumping, and now he only looks for food in his special place.

Calvin and Colleen Sheehan (Assoc. Producer - The Oprha Winfrey Show)
Marc Goldberg with Cesar Millan, "The Dog Whisperer"

Our Philosophy & Goals

Our philosophy is simple. Improve the life of both dog and family. All too often, unruly dogs do not fully enjoy life because their families constantly become upset and frustrated with them. This is difficult for both family and dog.
 
Our mission is simple. Make both dog and family happy.
 
What does is take to make your dog happy? He will thrive when you give him leadership and attention.


 
Making the family happy is a bit more complex.

Families typically want their dog to:

  • Come when called, every time, on or off leash
  • Walk nicely on a loose leash without pulling
  • Sit until released
  • Down until released

Families also want their dogs:

  • Not to jump on people
  • Not to charge through doors
  • Not to dig in the garden
  • Not to bark and chew  inappropriately
  • Not to climb on furniture you prefer they avoid
  • Not to sniff and eat off the table and counters.
  • Not to be wild and uncontrollable
  • Not to ignore you when you want their attention