For the Love of the Game: A Dog Sports Sampler Series

Discover Your Dog’s New Favorite Activity! A Fun, Low-Commitment Way to Explore Dog Sports

Want to get into dog sports but unsure where to start? We've partnered with Lineage of Love, an expert in positive reinforcement training since 2003, to offer a special 4-week sampler class—the perfect way to dip your pup’s paws into different dog sports without a long commitment!

For the Love of the Game is a fun, low-pressure exploration of exciting dog sports designed to:

  • Build confidence, focus & problem-solving skills

  • Improve communication & teamwork with your pup

  • Keep your dog engaged while learning new activities

Each week, your dog will try a different sport or activity, helping you discover what they love most while learning valuable training techniques along the way.

Class Size: Limited to 6 students per track.

Criteria for enrollment: While your dog will not be socializing or interacting directly with other dogs, instruction will take place in a class setting. Therefore, your dog must be reasonably comfortable being around other people and dogs in a group environment.

Age requirements: At least 6 months of age.

Vaccination requirements: Dogs must be up-to-date on their Rabies and Distemper / Parvo vaccinations and free of any contagious conditions.

Sampler Track Schedule & Registration:

🐾 Track A: Tricks, Nose Work, Dog Dance, Brain Games

Unleash your dog’s creativity and problem-solving skills. This track focuses on fun and mentally stimulating activities that build confidence and communication skills.

Tuesdays, May 6 – 27 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Register here: This class is full, please email [email protected] to be put on a waitlist for cancellations.


🐾 Track B: Agility, Retrieving, Rally, Free Work

Boost your dog’s physical skills and teamwork. This track introduces exciting sports that enhance focus, obedience, and fitness in a fun, engaging way.

Tuesdays, June 3 – 24 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Register here: This class is full, please email [email protected] to be put on a waitlist for cancellations.

Cost: $150 for 4 classes. 50% of your payment is nonrefundable once you book. Cancellations must be made at least one week before the start time of the first class or event to receive a 50% refund.

Location: Bosly’s Backyard - 4011 N. Ravenswood, Suite 108, Chicago IL 60613

About our Trainer:
Justus Jospeh of Lineage of Love grew up in the forests of British Columbia, Canada, surrounded by animals and a library of books. Her journey has taken her across Canada, Japan, and the United States, and she now calls Chicago home. Justus shares her life with her husband, six dogs, two cats, and a rotating crew of foster animals. When she’s not helping dogs and their pawrents build stronger connections, she’s creating art in graphite, paint, and clay or writing stories—usually with at least two dogs in her lap.