urban ratting classes in Evanston

Max 5 dogs in each one hour session. All levels are welcome -- our themed weekly lessons are adapted for each dog's (and handler's) individual learning journey.

Meet the Instructor

Rex's Place, 2120 Ashland Ave, Evanston, IL 

Ample free street parking is available in front of building or on neighboring side streets. The training room is accessed through the middle door of the building (with the glass windows). 

Thursday evenings @ 6:30 PM & 7:45 PM

• THURSDAYS, May 7, 21   
• THURSDAYS, June 4, 18 
• THURSDAYS, July 2, 30

Drop-In Style -- Try-its for first timers OR practice Level I-II runs:

• Sign up to play with Group 1 or Group 2; within that time slot you can play either or both sports offered
  • Group 1: 6:30-7:15 PM
  • Group 2: 7:30-8:45 PM

• Field Classes Drop-In @ Warren Park: Wednesday, May 20 - REGISTER HERE
  • Shed Hunt (antlers) and/or Trailing & Locating (rats)

• Urban Classes Drop-In @ City Sniffers Chicago: Tuesday, May 26: - REGISTER HERE
  • Urban Locating (rats) and/or Lost Item Recovery (handler/stranger items)

Upcoming Happy Ratters Trials in Chicago Area: 

• Star Spangled Ratter Trial July 4-5, 2026 @ Urban Pooch Training & Fitness Center (Chicago) - open for entries!

Upcoming NASDA Events in Chicago Area:

• "Spring Into Summer" trial May 29-31 - open for entries!

• Single Class (start anytime): $35 - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
• 3 Class Package (use within 3 mos) - $32/class - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
• 6 Class Package (use within 6 mos) - $30/class - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

IMPORTANT: To use your package credits to register for specific class sessions:

• sign up yourself from the list of upcoming classes

OR

• email me with your requested date(s) and time(s) 

HELPFUL LINKS FOR PACKAGE-HOLDERS

• Click here to check your current package status
• Video: How to Apply Package Credits

Training Policies: Registration & Equipment

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