“As a first-time dog owner, I didn’t know what to expect from dog training. Who would really be receiving the teaching, my puppy or me? Stephannie immediately put us both at ease. She teaches in a way that is easy for both pet and owner to learn, and her lessons are simple, clear and fun.

“In only three or four weeks, Rexi learned the basics of obedience: heel, sit, stay and come. Stephannie is always kind and full of enthusiasm, yet is firm and a stickler on proper learning. I’m thrilled and proud to have accompanied Rexi through basic training and can’t wait to begin advanced classes.”

Steven J. Vasilion, A.I.A.
Batavia, IL

“Stephannie is a real miracle worker. We brought a golden retriever into our family a year and a half ago. Ace was a puppy and had a lot to learn. We did, too. She watched us and watched our dog. Stephannie worked with us and set up training specific to our needs. Now we look like we've been dog owners for decades. It's not just dog training. It's training for the whole family. Ace enjoys staying at DePaw University when we travel, too. We recommend DePaw University and Stephannie strongly!”

Preston and Mary Beth Reilly
St. Charles, IL

“I don't work, but Mokie and I need DePaw University. Mokie loves those hours she spends at daycare, running and playing inside an outside with her 'pals.' I cherish the time, getting things done more efficiently and less stressfully than with an active puppy under foot, begging for

my attention. Sometimes I have time to see my friends as well.

“Having never boarded our dogs before and one of them being a 5 month old puppy, we were nervous about boarding them for the first time. We couldn't have been happier with the DePaw facility and especially Stephannie. She was very understanding and her knowledge of

animal behavior and training helped reassure us that our 'babies' would be in good hands. The accommodations were large enough that all 3 of my dogs were together and comfortable.

“They had plenty of time to play during potty breaks, but the ability to have daycare was a real benefit. Upon picking them up, they were obviously glad to see us, but they seemed very content as well. It was nice to go on vacation and feel that my dogs had a vacation, too. I would highly recommend DePaw for boarding and daycare and I look forward to benefiting from Stephannie's training expertise in the future with my puppy.”

Kara, Mark, Dobby, Dudley, and Ellie
Geneva, IL