Mystic Paws Academy of Cary

Mystic Paws Academy is a Dog Training facility in Cary, IL. The academy helps families understand their dogs and build better relationships through positive, play-based training methods. Rather than focusing on rigid commands and exhausting drills, they teach owners how to train their dogs during everyday life, such as while walking, relaxing at home, or spending time together. Their approach emphasizes communication and connection over force, aiming to create calm, confident, well-mannered dogs. They report having helped over 1,000 families, with more than 30 years of combined experience and a 99% happy client rate. The academy holds a 4.00 rating from the customers who have reviewed it.

Founded by Heather Pohlman, who began dog shows as a child and earned accolades early on, Mystic Paws Academy was built on the belief that obedience alone doesn't solve most problems, but misunderstanding does. Many behavior issues stem from confusion between dogs and owners, and the academy teaches owners how dogs think, communicate, and learn to replace frustration with cooperation. Their training focuses on teaching owners how dogs learn, preventing unwanted behaviors, building calm behavior naturally, and creating reliability without fear. They offer a progressive Levels program for manners and obedience, advanced classes, tricks and enrichment classes, owner education and safety workshops, masterclasses with one-on-one private training, and a rescue support program for newly adopted dogs. Their online academy is coming in the summer of 2026. The academy is located at 140 W Terra Cotta Ave in Cary, IL.

Mystic Paws Academy is known for its positive rating from the customers who have reviewed it, reflecting a reputation for reward-based methods that keep dogs engaged and confident. They help families enjoy calmer homes, relaxed walks, and dogs they can confidently take anywhere, with training available in their center and coming soon online. For dog owners in Cary looking to build a stronger bond with their pets through understanding and play, Mystic Paws Academy offers practical, lifestyle-integrated training that supports dogs at every stage of life.