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Julie AFDT

Always Faithful Dog Training. I am Julie Presta and I am a lifelong animal lover!! Let me help you train your dog. Call me 630-828-6496

I am a firm believer that a trained dog is a happy dog and a happy dog is enjoyed by everyone.

10/22/2026

🐾😂 OMG, DELILAH! YOU’RE BUSTED! 🚨🐶

Does YOUR dog do this?! 🤣

Apparently, Delilah decided the dining room table was the perfect place to hang out today! 🫣🐾

And YES… even the dog trainer’s dog has her naughty moments! 😂

Delilah, we have discussed this. Four paws on the FLOOR, not the TABLE! 🤦‍♀️🤣

Just a little reminder that even well-trained dogs aren’t perfect! They’re curious, mischievous, and sometimes just plain hilarious! ❤️

🐶 Now it’s your turn! What’s the naughtiest thing you’ve caught YOUR dog doing? Share your stories or photos in the comments! 👇😂

Because life with dogs is NEVER boring! 🐾❤️

Julie 🐾🐶🐾
📞 630-828-6496
📧 [email protected]

10/15/2026

🐾 UNLEASH YOUR DOG’S BEST BEHAVIOR! 🐾

🐶 Does your dog need a little guidance? Whether you’re raising a brand-new puppy, working through unwanted behaviors, or simply looking to strengthen the bond with your four-legged best friend, Julie at Always Faithful Dog Training – Itasca is here to help!

🐕 Puppy Training – Build great habits from the start with basic manners, confidence, and essential commands.

🦮 Basic Obedience Training – Work on sit, stay, come, leash walking, and everyday listening skills.

🐾 Behavior Training – Address challenges like jumping, excessive barking, pulling on the leash, and other frustrating habits.

🐕‍🦺 Advanced Obedience – Take your dog’s skills to the next level with improved focus, reliability, and responsiveness.

❤️ Training isn’t just about commands. It’s about communication, trust, and creating a happier life together!

📣 READY TO SEE A DIFFERENCE?

Don’t wait for little habits to become big problems. Give your dog the guidance they deserve!

👉 Contact Julie today to discuss the right training for you

🐾 Better Manners. Stronger Bonds. Happier Dogs.

10/08/2026

🦆🐾 Way to Go, Waylan! First Duck Success! 🐾🦆

There’s nothing better than seeing a past training student putting his skills to work! 💛🐶

Meet Waylan, one of our former Always Faithful Dog Training students, proudly retrieving his very first duck! 🦆👏

Dogs have incredible natural instincts, and it’s amazing to watch those instincts come alive when given the opportunity!

Whether it’s retrieving, herding, scent work, or simply exploring new activities, finding ways to ignite your dog’s natural instincts is a wonderful way to build confidence, provide mental stimulation, and strengthen the bond between you and your dog. 🐾

Congratulations, Waylan! We’re so proud of you! Keep doing what you were born to do! 🐕💛

Want to discover what makes your dog thrive? Let’s work together to bring out their natural abilities!

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Julie 🐾🐶🐾
📞 630-828-6496
📧 [email protected]

10/07/2026

Your dog already brings you comfort. Let’s help them become the calm, confident companion you can rely on. 🐾❤️

Emotional support starts with a dog who can stay calm, listen, and respond to you—even when life feels overwhelming.

At Always Faithful Dog Training of Itasca, our personalized, private in-home training can help build:

• Calm, reliable obedience
• Better leash manners
• Confidence around distractions
• Improved behavior with fear, anxiety & overprotectiveness
• A stronger connection between you and your dog

Our Leadership Dog Training approach uses no treats, no clickers, no shock collars, and no gimmicks—just clear communication designed to help you become the calm, confident leader your dog needs.

Because the dog who supports you deserves training that supports them, too.

📍 Serving Itasca and surrounding communities
📞 630-828-6496
🌐 alwaysfaithfuldogs.com/itasca

Message or call Julie today to talk about your dog and your training goals.

09/30/2026

Meet Yogi 🐾 — a service dog in training who’s working hard on staying calm, focused, and confident in everyday situations.

Training a service dog takes consistency, patience, and a strong partnership. Every outing is another opportunity to learn and grow. ❤️

Ready to build better communication and reliability with your dog? Contact Julie at Always Faithful Dog Training of Itasca today!

Julie
630-828-6496

09/25/2026

🍁 Sometimes Comfort Comes With Four Paws 🐾

As the seasons change and the days get a little shorter, there’s something special about having a faithful companion by your side. ❤️

Delilah reminds us that sometimes the greatest comfort doesn’t come from words—it comes from a quiet presence, a gentle nudge, and four paws that are always there. 🐶🍂

Emotional support dogs can provide companionship, comfort, and reassurance, and good training helps them become calmer, more confident companions for everyday life.

This fall, we’re celebrating the incredible bond between people and their dogs. 🧡

Want to learn more about training your dog to be a calm, well-mannered companion?

🌐 AlwaysFaithfulDogs.com/itasca

Julie 🐾🐶🐾
📞 630-828-6496
📧 [email protected]

09/17/2026

🐾 A Review Like This Means So Much! ❤️

Thank you, Joan, for taking the time to share such a kind and thoughtful review. Watching you and Ella grow together has been incredibly rewarding.

Ella’s journey wasn’t an easy one, but you committed to the process, put in the work, and continued the training at home. Seeing the confidence and hope you now have with Ella is exactly why we do what we do. 🐾

At Always Faithful Dog Training, our goal isn’t just to train your dog—it’s to give you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to enjoy a better life together.

If you’re struggling with reactivity, aggression, obedience, or simply feeling like you’ve lost control, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Let’s talk about how we can help you and your dog move forward. ❤️

🐾 Julie | Always Faithful Dog Training
🌐 alwaysfaithfuldogs.com/itasca⁠

09/17/2026

🐾 Remember Miss Ella? 🐾 Well… LOOK AT HER NOW!

When Ella first came to us, her history with other dogs was serious. She had attacked 8 dogs, with 4 requiring veterinary care, and Joan struggled to maintain control when Ella reacted.

After completing her Board & Train, we took the next important step — transferring everything Ella learned back to Joan. I followed up with two in-home sessions, working with Joan on handling, communication, confidence, and maintaining control in real-life situations.

And THIS is the result. 🙌

Joan is in control. Ella is listening. And Ella is absolutely FABULOUS! ❤️🐶

This is why the work after Board & Train matters so much. I can teach the dog, but I also want to teach the owner how to maintain that training and confidently move forward together.

Seeing Joan and Ella working as a team makes me incredibly proud. 🥹❤️

What a difference. What a team. Way to go, ladies! 🐾👏

09/09/2026

🐾 Bad weather doesn’t have to mean a bored dog! 🌧️☔️

When the weather isn’t cooperating, bring the fun indoors! Mental enrichment is a great way to keep your dog thinking, engaged, and working those problem-solving skills—and it can be just as valuable as getting those paws moving.

Julie loves finding simple, fun ways to turn everyday activities into training opportunities. 💙

Try this with your dog and see how they do! 🐶
What’s your dog’s favorite indoor activity? Tell us below! 👇

🐾 Julie | Always Faithful Dog Training
🌐 alwaysfaithfuldogs.com/itasca

09/03/2026

🐾 An Emotional Support Dog Needs Support, Too. ❤️

A loving bond is a wonderful foundation—but emotional support dogs also benefit from calm behavior, reliable obedience, and confidence in everyday situations.

At Always Faithful Dog Training of Itasca, our Leadership Dog Training approach helps you become a calm, confident leader while teaching your dog the skills needed to be a dependable companion.

Training can help build:

🐶 Calm behavior at home
🐶 Loose-leash walking
🐶 Sit, stay, come, and down
🐶 Confidence around distractions
🐶 Better responses to fear and anxiety
🐶 A stronger bond between you and your dog

With personalized, private in-home lessons, you and your dog can practice together in the environment where these skills matter most.

❤️ When you rely on your dog for emotional support, a calm, well-mannered, and confident companion can make your connection even stronger.

📩 Ready to build a better partnership with your dog? Contact Julie at Always Faithful Dog Training of Itasca today!

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Itasca, IL
60143

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 3pm
Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 2pm
Friday	9am - 2pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Website

https://www.alwaysfaithfuldogs.com/itasca

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