Private Dog Training in Wicker Park
In-home dog training built around your dog and your daily routine. Learn together, build trust, and make life easier.
Helping dogs and humans meet in the middle
If you’re searching for private dog training in Wicker Park, it’s usually because something specific isn’t working.
That might be puppy biting, pulling on the leash on walks, difficulty settling at home, reactivity, resource guarding, or patterns that only show up somewhere specific.
I offer in-home, one-on-one dog training for Wicker Park families who want support that’s practical and tied to everyday routines.
Sessions take place in your home and nearby areas you already use, so the work stays connected to daily life instead of feeling separate from it.
Rather than following a preset program, training is built around what’s driving your dog’s behavior and what will help them navigate those situations more effectively over time.
Why Work With Me
Hi, I’m Hailey Mott—Certified Pet Dog Trainer, group class/private instructor through Copilot Dog Training.
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Training Built for Chicago
Training focuses on skills your dog can use in everyday environments, with sessions shaped around how you live.
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Learn How Your Dog Thinks
You’ll learn what your dog’s behavior is communicating and how to respond in ways that make sense to them. The goal is clarity, not guessing.
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Experience & Collaboration
As a certified trainer, I work collaboratively with clients using clear, science-based methods. Expect honesty, support, and shared problem-solving.
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We’ll Create More Calm Moments
Progress doesn’t require pressure. Training brings structure and steadiness into daily life so you can move through the day easily.
What clients commonly need help with
Sessions last one hour and are $145/session. Purchase a 5 pack for $675!
Leash Walking & Reactivity
Pulling, stopping, barking, or reacting on walks often points to difficulty regulating in certain moments, not a lack of training. The goal is to help dogs move through those situations with more clarity and less buildup.
Tension in Multi-Dog Households
When dogs share space, small moments can build into bigger issues. Training focuses on routines, management, and communication so everyone can coexist more comfortably.
Puppy Behaviors That Don’t Fade On Their Own
Biting, jumping, and trouble settling in the crate usually mean a puppy needs clearer structure and more intentional practice, not just time. Training focuses on building skills early so habits don’t harden.
Potty Training & House Manners
Accidents, counter surfing, and boundary testing are often about unclear expectations rather than defiance. Training helps create predictable routines and clear communication so dogs understand what to do.
Adjustment After Adoption & Nervousness
Some dogs come in shut down. Others come in overwhelmed. Training supports dogs through this transition by creating predictability and helping them make sense of new expectations.
Obedience Basics That Hold Up Day to Day
Cues like sit, down, stay, and recall are only useful if they work outside of practice sessions. Training focuses on teaching these skills in context so they’re reliable when you need them.
How Training Sessions Are Structured
1. Start With a Free Phone Consult
We’ll talk through what’s feeling hardest right now, and what you’d like life with your dog to feel like. It’s a low-pressure conversation to make sure we’re a good fit and to decide next steps.
2. Build Skills, Have Fun
Training focuses on what’s driving the behavior and the situations where it shows up. Skills are introduced in manageable steps so your dog can learn without being overwhelmed.
3. Evolve as Progress Builds
As your dog progresses, we change the setup, increase difficulty, and refine timing. Progress looks like steadier choices over time, not instant results.
What my clients say
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Hailey is so passionate about helping owners and their pets and she is so sweet and patient. She’s helped build confidence in my anxious little baby, and, even though she’s afraid of most people, my dog lovesss Hailey.
Megan Montgomery
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Hailey worked with my mini goldendoodle Murphy, who is the sweetest dog but had some resource guard issues that were starting to get tricky to manage. Hailey was incredibly knowledgeable and patient — not just with my dog but with me, too! I noticed a huge difference after just a few sessions. Thank you so much Hailey!!!!!
Jenna White
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Hailey is an extremely knowledgeable and compassionate dog trainer! Hailey’s best skill is her ability to meet dogs where they are at and then build deep trust to form behavioral changes. She has experience with all levels - eager puppy all the way to fearful, reactive adult.
Sarah Fitzpatrick
The benefits of private training
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Convenient Scheduling
Scheduling that fits your routine—even mornings, evenings, or weekends.
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Custom to Your Space and Routine
Sessions happen in your space, so progress feels natural and lasting.
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Full Attention, Every Session
Your dog gets the trainer’s full attention, start to finish.
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Great for Dogs Who Need More Space or a Slow Intro
Great for anxious, reactive, or rescue dogs who need a quieter space.
Serving Wicker Park and Nearby Neighborhoods
FAQs
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Yes! I use positive reinforcement training methods. This means rewarding desired behaviors rather than using corrections, punishment, or fear-based techniques. Positive reinforcement builds trust and creates lasting behavior change.
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Most clients see meaningful progress within 3-6 sessions, depending on goals and consistency with practice between sessions.
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Absolutely. Reactive dog training in Chicago is one of my specialties. I work with leash reactivity, fear-based aggression, and dogs who struggle with other dogs or people.
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Currently, I focus on in-home training for the best results, but I'm happy to discuss options if virtual support would help supplement our work.
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Yes! I encourage all household members to participate so everyone is on the same page with training.
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I work with many fearful and anxious dogs. We'll take introductions slowly and work at your dog's pace to build trust and confidence.
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Yes — I’m a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), which means I’ve passed a national exam and logged hundreds of professional training hours within the private and group class training realm. I also stay current on continuing education and modern, science-based training methods.
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Absolutely! My background includes extensive rescue work, and I understand the unique needs of rescued dogs transitioning to their new homes.
