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You can have a well-behaved companion. I'm here to help you learn how to communicate effectively and build a stronger bond using a mindful, compassionate, and fun approach to training.   

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Virtual Consultations and Training

Train in the comfort and safety of your home. Please call 815-260-0659 for more information.

In-Person Group Classes

We do not use choke, prong, or shock collars. Schedule is subject to change.

Puppy Class/AKC Star Puppy

  • Pups 10 to 16 Weeks of Age (18 Weeks if Toy Breed)
  • "Open Enrollment" Class
  •  You Can Start at Any Time (Space Permitting)
  • Once a week for 6 Weeks. 
  • Maximum of 5-6 Pups Per Class. Attention to Name, Sit, Down, Stand, Come, Stay, & Loose Leash Walking Will be Covered as Well as Handling & Proper Socialization. Tips on House Training, Nipping, Chewing, Jumping, & Resource Guarding Will be Provided. 
  • Mondays: 5:30pm  space available   
  • Tuesdays: 4:30pm space available

Basic Manners

  • Dogs 5 Months & Older
  • Once a week for 6 Weeks. 
  • Maximum of 5-6 Dogs Per Class.
  • Attention, Sit, Down, Stand, Come, Wait, Go To Mat, Leave it, & Loose Leash Walking Will Be Covered. Information on jumping & Other Problem Behaviors will be Provided As Needed.
  • Monday: 4:30pm  space available
  • Tuesday: 5:30pm  space available 

K9 Nose Work®

  • Dogs 6 Months & Older.
  • Approximately 1 Hour Per Week For 6 Weeks. Maximum of 6 Per Class.
  • Intro to Nose Work  Friday May 23 5:30pm call for information
  • Competition Prep - Wednesdays 5:30pm  
  • 1 spot available 

Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

  • 7 Week Class.
  • Dogs 6 Months & Older.
  • Class Meets for 1 Hour Per Week For 6 Weeks. Test is Given at Week 7. Successful Completion of the Basic Manners Class is Required or schedule a 30 minute private session to evaluate dog & handler skill level.
  • Maximum of 6 Per Class. Fee Includes the CGC Test.
  • This Class Will Prepare You & Your Dog to take the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen Test
  • Call for more information

Therapy Dog Training

Please Call For Information.

Rally Class

  • Dogs 6 Months & Older.
  • 1 Hour Per Week for 6 Weeks.
  • 3-5 Dogs Per Class. 
  • Rally is a Fun Sport that Combines Basic & Advanced Dog Obedience skills With the Flow & Interaction of Agility.  Completion of the Basic Obedience Class is Required or Approval From the Instructor.
  • Call for information 

Recreational Agility

  • Dogs 6 Months & Older.
  • 1 Hour Per Week for 6 Weeks.
  • 3-5 Dogs Per Class. 
  • Agility training is a high energy dog sport that teaches  your dog to maneuver obstacles with direction from you, their handler, using hand cues and voice. 
  • Call for information


In-Person Private Lessons

Puppy & Basic Manners

  • Most Sessions Run Approximately 1 Hour.
  • Sit, Down, Stand, Wait, Come, Stay, Leave it, Polite Leash Walking, Go to Mat/Place. 
  • Jumping, chewing, barking, house training

Behavior issues

  • Most Sessions Run 1-1/2 to 2 Hours.
  • Separation Anxiety, Resource Guarding, Shy/fearful Behavior, Mild Aggression.

K9 Nose Work

Sessions can be scheduled for 45 or 60 minutes.


In-Home Training

In-Home training sessions are approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hours in length. This service is available in Kankakee, Iroquois, Will, and Cook counties.

Call for more information. 815-260-0659.

Torbel's Canine Connection

1240 Larry Power Rd, Bourbonnais, IL 60914

(815) 260-0659


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