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

Every pet has its own personality and character. French Bulldogs are one of the most popular breeds here in Chicago because their personalities tend to be on the calmer side, with less aggression and fewer emotional issues.

But dogs are still dogs. They sometimes need to adjust to the household and learn the behaviors that match the expectations of your family. If you're looking for a dog trainer for a French Bulldog in the Greater Chicago area, consider contacting Marc Goldberg and his partner Patrick Farrell at 224-407-2131.

Who We Are

Marc literally "wrote the book" on dog training. He co-authored one of the most popular dog training discussion books, titled, Let Dogs Be Dogs, and holds sessions where he trains other dog trainers on his techniques and styles. His approach, known as the ForceFree method, has changed the way that many dog owners and trainers approach tricks and household behaviors.

Our French Bulldog Training Services

We happen to be based right here in the Greater Chicago area, and we're available to provide several dog training services for all breeds, including French Bulldogs, to help them learn some of the most important household behaviors. We provide:

  • Private Dog Training for French Bulldogs - We're able to give you your own private one on one session that focus on specific behaviors that you're hoping for within your home, such as teaching your pet not to jump on couches, chew on furniture, and more.
  • Pack Leader Program - Our Pack Leader programs, which are available for both adult dogs and puppies, are more structured programs that teach you the different ForceFree techniques while also addressing common household behaviors.
  • Boarding School/Bootcamp - We also offer our very popular dog bootcamp programs. This is dog boarding with training, where you send your French Bulldog to us for 1, 2, or 3 weeks (depending on behavioral issues and the type of training you prefer) and we train your dog for you. Then, you come visit on the last day for your own training and take your dog home.

Most of these programs also offer free or low cost additional follow up help, and we have phone consultations and video consultations available for those that need instant help from home.

Looking for Help for Your French Bulldog - Call Us Today

We'd love to meet you and your dog and tell you more about our services, or schedule you in for our training or boarding school. We're ready to help you make sure that your dog fits in perfectly in the house, so that you and your family can continue to make great memories together. Call today to get started.

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