BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING
Kindred. Kinship. KinDog.
Because dogs are family
Professional dog training and behavior consulting guided by kindness and science
I love your Sammy who growls and snaps at people. I adore your Lucy who barks and lunges on walks. I treasure your Cleo who is afraid of so many things. As a fear, reactivity, and aggression specialist, I see without judgment.
Your kin dog is struggling, and I know you are too.
We'll work together to reshape behaviors compassionately while you nurture a bond with your dog rooted in trust and support. This is where science meets kindness. Because dogs deserve both. Because dogs are family.
Oleg Sobol, JD, CPDT-KA, CTC
Juris Doctor, cum laude
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC)
Serving Chicago, the North Shore suburbs, and the greater Chicago area. Travel locations listed at the bottom of this page. Remote consultations anywhere. Boarding and board & train services located in 60646.
My training approach
Kindness and science. Those are my training tools.
I'm dedicated to humane dog training principles that focus on positive reinforcement, compassion, and emotional well-being. This means I don't use equipment or techniques that rely on pain, fear, physical force, or intimidation. My methods align with the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior's position statement on humane dog training here.
Your dog learns skills and trust. You learn to support and truly understand your dog.
