30+ years of experience
Professional Dog Training, Boarding & Importing
in Mundelein, IL
North Shore K-9 Services at Von Miller Kennels has over 30 years of experience specializing in professional dog training, boarding, importing German Shepherds, European Dobermans, and Belgian Malinois.
Training
Professional Training & Expert Guidance
Boarding
Safe, Comfortable & Reliable Boarding
Importing
Responsible Importing & Quality Care
Building Stronger Relationships with Your Dog
For over 30 years, North Shore K-9 Services at Von Miller Kennels has been helping dog owners throughout Mundelein and Lake County build stronger relationships with their dogs through professional training, trusted boarding, and responsibly bred German Shepherds. Whether you're welcoming a new puppy, working through behavioral challenges, or searching for a dependable boarding facility, our experienced team provides personalized care and proven training programs designed to help your dog succeed.
Our modern kennel combines decades of hands-on experience with structured training methods that promote confidence, obedience, and lasting results. We welcome dogs of all breeds, ages, and sizes, tailoring every program to fit your dog's personality, learning style, and your family's goals. From everyday obedience to advanced behavioral correction and protection dog training, we are committed to helping every dog reach its full potential in a safe, supportive environment. If you're looking for reliable dog training, dog boarding, or a professional dog board and training program, North Shore K-9 Services at Von Miller Kennels is ready to help.
Complete Dog Training & Boarding Services
We offer a full range of professional canine services designed to support dogs at every stage of life. Whether your goal is better manners at home, correcting unwanted behaviors, or providing a safe place for your dog while you're away, our programs are built around individualized care and consistent results.
Safe & Comfortable Dog Boarding
When your dog stays with us, they become part of a structured environment focused on safety, cleanliness, and attentive care. Our boarding accommodations are designed to keep dogs comfortable while maintaining daily routines that support their well-being.
For added convenience, we also offer boarding pick-up and drop-off as well as training pick-up and drop-off services for qualifying clients.
Board & Train Programs
Our Board & Train programs combine professional instruction with comfortable boarding accommodations, allowing your dog to receive focused, daily training while staying at our facility. This structured environment helps reinforce positive behaviors through consistency and repetition, making it an excellent choice for busy owners looking for dependable progress.
Each program is customized to your dog's specific needs and may include obedience training, recall work, behavioral improvement, socialization, and more.
Professional Dog Training
Every dog learns differently, which is why we customize every training plan to meet your dog's needs and your goals as an owner. We proudly offer:
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience Training
- Advanced Obedience Training
- Dog Behavioral Correction
- Aggressive Dog Training
- Service Dog Training
- Recall Training
- Dog Socialization
- E-Collar Training
- Large Dog Training
- Small Dog Training
- Protection Dog Training
Our training focuses on creating clear communication, building trust, and teaching practical skills that owners can continue using long after the program is complete.
Why Choose North Shore K-9 Services at Von Miller Kennels?
Choosing the right dog trainer or boarding facility is one of the most important decisions you'll make for your pet. At North Shore K-9 Services, we combine decades of experience with personalized service to give every dog the attention they deserve.
Over 30 Years of Trusted Experience
With more than three decades of professional experience, we have worked with countless dogs of varying breeds, temperaments, and training goals. From puppies learning basic commands to adult dogs requiring behavioral correction, our knowledge allows us to develop programs that produce meaningful, long-lasting results.
Our approach emphasizes consistency, patience, and positive communication, helping dogs gain confidence while giving owners the tools they need to reinforce good behavior at home.
Imported European Bloodlines
Von Miller Kennels is proud to specialize in German Shepherd importing with carefully selected imported European bloodlines. Every importing decision is made with health, temperament, structure, and overall quality in mind.
Our goal is to produce German Shepherds that excel as loyal family companions, active working dogs, and confident partners. We maintain professional whelping facilities and prioritize responsible importing practices that support the long-term health and well-being of every puppy.
Modern Training & Boarding Facility
Our facility has been designed to provide a safe, clean, and structured environment for every dog in our care. Spacious kennel accommodations, dedicated training areas, and carefully maintained grounds allow us to deliver high-quality services while prioritizing your dog's comfort and safety.
Whether your dog is staying for boarding, training, or one of our Board & Train programs, they receive personalized attention from experienced professionals committed to their success.
Personalized Programs for Every Dog
No two dogs are exactly alike. That's why we begin by understanding your dog's personality, experience level, and behavioral needs before recommending a training plan. By creating individualized programs, we're able to help dogs develop reliable skills while supporting owners every step of the way.
Helping Dogs & Owners Build Lasting Relationships
Professional dog training goes beyond teaching commands—it creates stronger communication, greater trust, and a more enjoyable relationship between you and your dog.
Whether you're looking to improve obedience, correct unwanted behaviors, enhance recall, increase socialization, or prepare your dog for advanced training, our experienced team is dedicated to helping you achieve lasting success. We believe every dog has the ability to learn with the right guidance, consistency, and support.
Our commitment doesn't end when training is complete. We strive to provide owners with the knowledge and confidence needed to continue reinforcing positive behaviors for years to come.
Explore Our Facility & Success Stories
We invite you to see firsthand what makes North Shore K-9 Services at Von Miller Kennels a trusted choice for dog owners throughout Lake County. Browse photos of our facility, training sessions, boarding accommodations, German Shepherd puppies, and the dogs we've helped through our professional programs.
You'll also find testimonials from clients who have experienced the difference that personalized training, exceptional boarding care, and decades of expertise can make.
Read Client Testimonials
See why families throughout Mundelein and the surrounding communities trust North Shore K-9 Services at Von Miller Kennels for professional dog training, boarding, and German Shepherd importing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What breeds do you train?
We work with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages. Every training program is customized to fit your dog's individual needs and goals.
What is included in the Board & Train program?
Our Board & Train program combines boarding with structured daily training sessions focused on obedience, behavioral improvement, socialization, recall, and other personalized training objectives.
Do you offer aggressive dog training?
Yes. We provide behavioral correction and aggressive dog training after evaluating your dog's temperament and developing an individualized training plan.
Is transportation available?
Yes. We offer boarding pick-up and drop-off as well as training pick-up and drop-off for qualifying clients. Contact us for availability and service details.
Do you breed German Shepherds?
Yes. We specialize in responsibly bred German Shepherds from carefully selected imported European bloodlines known for their health, temperament, and structure.
Schedule Your Dog's Training or Boarding Today
Whether you're interested in professional dog training, a customized Board & Train program, safe and reliable dog boarding, or learning more about our German Shepherds, North Shore K-9 Services at Von Miller Kennels is here to help.
Our experienced team is committed to providing exceptional care, proven training methods, and personalized service that helps dogs and owners succeed together.
Call (847) 867-7797 today to schedule a training evaluation, reserve your dog's boarding stay, or speak with us about the right program for your canine companion. We proudly serve Mundelein, Libertyville, Vernon Hills, Lake Zurich, Grayslake, Gurnee, Waukegan, Lake Forest, Highland Park, North Chicago, and surrounding communities throughout Lake County, Illinois.
