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Your Trusted Partner for Dog Training & Boarding in Lockport, IL
K-9 Guardians has been a family-owned and operated business in Lockport, Illinois since 1987, dedicated to providing exceptional dog training and boarding services. With over 40 years of experience, we specialize in addressing both basic and advanced obedience needs while offering personalized solutions for pet owners. Our team of certified trainers employs proven techniques to ensure effective results, focusing on building trust and communication between dogs and their owners. We maintain a spacious, climate-controlled boarding facility with 24/7 care, ensuring pets remain comfortable and secure during their stay. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our tailored training programs, including private sessions, day camp, and intensive boot camp options.We prioritize transparency in operations, offering competitive pricing and clear communication about services and requirements. Our facility includes 5' x 10' runs for boarding dogs, with complimentary baths provided before pickup. We emphasize the importance of vaccinations and require written proof of DHLPP, Bordetella, and Rabies for boarding clients. Our reputation is built on decades of successful outcomes, with testimonials highlighting our expertise in handling behavioral issues and our genuine care for animals. We serve Lockport, Will County, and surrounding areas, maintaining a strong local presence through consistent service quality and community engagement.
Services
Basic obedience training
Advanced obedience training
Doggie Day Camp
Boot Camp training
Pet boarding services
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized dog training experience in Lockport.
- Our trainers provide personalized programs for basic obedience to complex behavioral issues.
- 24/7 boarding facility with climate-controlled runs and complimentary baths.
- Proven success with fear-aggressive and rescue dogs through patient methodologies.
- Transparent operations with clear pricing and vaccination requirements for safety.
What people say
Immediate results in manners
Top notch boot camp
Miracles on our dog
Truly love what they do
Professional and caring staff
Services
Basic obedience training
Our foundational training program focuses on essential commands like Sit, Down, Stay, Come, and Heel. Tailored for puppies and adult dogs, this service builds proper behavior through positive reinforcement techniques. Clients receive personalized instruction during weekly sessions at our facility.
Doggie Day Camp
This drop-off program provides daily obedience training while owners are away. Dogs receive structured instruction on basic commands throughout the day, followed by a review lesson at pickup. Requires advance reservation and works best as a weekly commitment.
Boot Camp
A 7-10 day residential training program combining daily obedience work with overnight boarding. Includes extended private lessons at drop-off and pickup, plus a follow-up session. Ideal for behavioral issues or owners needing comprehensive training solutions.
Pet boarding services
Our climate-controlled facility offers 5' x 10' runs with 24/7 care for boarding dogs. Includes playtime, bottled water, and a complimentary bath before pickup. Requires current vaccinations with written proof of DHLPP, Bordetella, and Rabies.
Advanced obedience training
Specialized programs for complex behavioral issues and advanced command mastery. Our trainers address fear aggression, rescue dog rehabilitation, and AKC certification preparation. Combines private sessions with practical application exercises.
People
Gary
Trainer
Certified dog trainer with 40+ years of experience specializing in behavioral correction and rescue dog rehabilitation. Known for patient methodologies and proven success with challenging cases.
Joe
Trainer
Experienced trainer offering personalized instruction in basic and advanced obedience programs. Focuses on building strong communication between dogs and owners through positive reinforcement techniques.
Questions
What training programs do you offer?
We provide basic obedience, advanced training, AKC certification prep, Doggie Day Camp, and intensive Boot Camp programs for behavioral issues.
Do you offer boarding services?
Yes, our climate-controlled facility offers 24/7 boarding with spacious runs and complimentary baths before pickup.
What are your training methods?
We use positive reinforcement techniques tailored to each dog's needs, with proven success in correcting behavioral issues.
How long has K-9 Guardians been in business?
We've been family-owned and operated in Lockport since 1987, providing dog training and boarding services for over 40 years.
What vaccinations are required for boarding?
We require current DHLPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccinations with written proof before boarding your pet.
Do you offer emergency services?
Our boarding facility provides 24/7 care, and we accommodate urgent training consultations for pet owners.
Reviews (6)
Shanna Vitullo
Jun 21, 2022
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Brutus did 12 days of bootcamp and Brutus is much more manageable now. Brutus gets excited when we pull up for boarding. Gary and Joe are great and always welcome Brutus and I. Great people and facility. Highly recommend
Brenda Gillespie
Mar 16, 2022
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Baloo went for a week long camp and came back a different dog! He has learned so much, and so have we. It's actually enjoyable taking him for a walk as he now listens. And he absolutely loved everyone at K9 guardians. Went back for review course and he was so happy to see his friends! Would highly recommend to anyone!
Jesus Lopez
Nov 27, 2021
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We are super pleased with the training our 2 year old beagle, Shiloh, received at K9 Guardians. The staff is super friendly and excellent at teaching dog owners how to properly continue the training at home. Shiloh had an issue with barking at everything that walked past the house or while on walks and now with simple commands we correct the issue. I have to say it's more pleasant taking him on walks now. Thank you to the team at K9 Guardians for everything!
Marley Gird
Sep 18, 2021
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I would 100% recommend K9 Guardians to anyone who is interested in boarding and training their furbaby. My husband and I decided to board and train our 1 year old 80lbs "puppy" around the time our daughter was due. Joe and Gary were very flexible with the drop off date due to the fact that baby's come on their own time. Our "pup" Freyja spent several days at K-9 Guardians and we can definitely see the difference once we took her home, no more pulling on the leash when we go out for a walk!
Which is a big deal for us because its something we struggled with since she was 6 months old. Thank you K-9 Guardians for doing such a great job, we truly appreciate it. We'll definitely be seeing you soon for some more follow up training
Which is a big deal for us because its something we struggled with since she was 6 months old. Thank you K-9 Guardians for doing such a great job, we truly appreciate it. We'll definitely be seeing you soon for some more follow up training
Ken Miller
Sep 15, 2021
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The worse experience I have ever had at a boarder in my life and I have own dogs for 40 years. They failed to bath my dogs, they when I told them ahead of time I would be coming in at 1pm the failed to mention they would charge an extra day. When I tried to have a discussion they were very rude. The fly a veteran flag outside, and myself and my wife are both combat veterans. I plan to post this on every forum possible don't ever use this place! They cannot spell customer service!
Abe Burleigh
Sep 10, 2021
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K9 guardians did a great job helping our dog with aggression issues and learning new commands. You can tell Gary, Joe, and the other trainers really care about the dogs. They were always very professional, informative, and helpful when dealing with the issues we were having. We will forever be grateful to K9 Guardians and recommend them to anyone in need of dog training services.
