Dog Trainers in California

Margaret A. Lenoir

Margaret Lee Morris

Serving Sonoma Valley for your basic dog training needs!

707-888-5151

Maria Gyzander

Marie Clarice Turner-Bailie

916-287-3230

Marissa Rae Sunny

Mark Jason Stewart

Mark L Tipton

Every dog is unique and different. At AngelDogs Training we develop a program to fit your dog's needs. We teach you how to communicate with each other, and help you form a bond with your dog that is built on trust, love, and care.

661-803-8461

Marla Cooper

In-Home Private Training in the Santa Barbara area. In addition to being a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (Knowledge and Skills Assessed - KSA), Marla has been in the entertainment business for most of her life and also trains animals for movie work.She uses positive reinforcement methods and treats animals with love and compassion. In addition to training dogs, Marla has also trained cats, chickens and horses with positive reinforcement. Her services include: Puppy Manners, Basic Obedience, Problem Solving, Tricks and Behaviors for Movie DogsShe believes training should be fun for both the dog and human.

949-813-2450

Marti R. Michalis

Owner of The K9 Mentor specializing in private lessons in your home. Puppy training, potty training, Leash walking, obedience and manners. Guiding and conditioning dogs for desired behaviors. Effective use of hand signals and non verbal communication in training.Teaching owners about leadership, structure and boundaries as related to the relationship with their dog. Implementing a leadership program for daily use at home that is easy to follow achieves results.AKC Canine Good Citizen

949-229-2789

Mary A. Swinyer

Virtual Training and Behavior Consults. See Website for Details. AKC Trick Titles via Video Submission. AKC CGC Evaluator, AKC ATT Evaluator, AKC Scent Work Judge.Private instruction at your home or public park. Puppies, adults, manners, basic obedience (pet or competition), rally (AKC & WC), nose work/scent work (NACSW & AKC), freestyle, urban mushing, behavior consults. 30 years experience. Now serving northern Marin & southern Sonoma counties: Novato, Petaluma, Penngrove, Cotati, Rohnert Park & Santa Rosa.

Mary Elizabeth Torrano

Mary Torrano, MA Physiology & Behavioral Biology, CPDT-KA provides individual and group instruction for those seeking to better understand and communicate with their dogs. A variety of training opportunities are available, all using positive reinforcement (R+) methods as outlined by the Pet Professional Guild (PPG). Successful training experiences must begin with a dog and handler team that feels "safe, calm, and happy". The foundational 3 C's: Connection, Clarity, and Confidence provide the foundation for all skill building. Group classes in STAR puppy, AKC CGC (all levels), Farm Dog, Trick Dog, FIT Dog, and Rally Obedience are offered multiple times a week in a variety of public locations. Private instruction includes private instruction for single and multi-dog households, take & train for socialization, home-stay training towards specific goals, and matching local shelter fosters with adoptees and continued support for new owners. Special courses offered include Therapy Dog certification, Service Dog task training, and Cooperative Care. Weekly group walks are provided at a variety of locations for clients and their families.

916-712-5688

Mary Florence Pizanis-Ellis

559-361-8414

MaryBeth Knowles

Dog-friendly group classes in San Diego's north county coastal area. Force and fear-free training. Puppy Socialization, Basic and Intermediate, Canine Good Citizen, Clicker Training, Therapy Dog, Urban Paws Walks, AKC Trick Dog. Specializing in small group classes. 25+ years experience.

760-845-5914

Matthew Beisner

Matthew Montes

760-436-6619

Megan Issertell

Melanie M. Wagner

Meryem H. Martinez Munoz

Mia Nguyen

Ace's Pace was born out of the love for a rambunctious, goofy German Shepard/Husky mix with big feelings who taught me how to truly listen to the dogs in my life and to take things at their pace. Ace taught me not only what it feels like to be a reactive dog parent but how to foster a relationship that accommodates to both the needs of the people and the dogs.​At Ace's Pace, our aim is to provide real solutions to the most common challenges that pet parents face. Through expert behavioral coaching and applying kind, approachable, and humane principles, we are here to help you alleviate all of that unwanted stress that can come with raising a dog. We offer puppy classes, adult group classes, speciality dog sport classes, and private training and consulting for more complex behavioral problems. All services focus on providing quality knowledge on pet communication, socialization and science-based behavioral theory. No matter what service you book with us, you’re guaranteed to learn everything there is to know about what it means to share your life with a dog.

510-630-7180

Micah Hirschfield McKechnie

Michael F. Rueb

1-1 in home training/consultations

Michelle C. Rizzi

805-328-8030

Michelle D. Howard

Michelle Jacqueline Stern

Most families with dogs and young kids feel overwhelmed. I offer quick wins and longterm strategies to make living with kids and dogs easier and safer. I am a licensed Family Dog Mediator (kids division), member of KAD (Kids Around Dogs) and the host of the Pooch Parenting Podcast. My services include on-demand online classes, workshops and memberships for parents and other dog professionals, along with private consultations over Zoom. I see all of my clients virtually and work with people all over the world.

Michelle Marie Veenstra

818-718-2132

Michelle Suarez

Humane Society Silicon Valley Manager, Intake & Behavior Programs

408-262-2133 x102

Michelle Y. Lin

Mikaela Lee Hostetler

Molly A. Krutkramelis

Optimal Dog Training - Optimal Training for your CanineAssist with everything from aggression and reactivity to basic manners and puppies. No more jumping on guests or growling at the neighbor’s dog on walks…just a good life, together. We offer private training, behavior consultations, and dog walking when you are away from home.Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA)Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)Over 25 Years ExperienceCompletion of DOGS! Program at Purdue UniversityMore than 10,000 hours of Continuing Education in Dog Training & BehaviorMolly Krutkramelis is the owner of Optimal Training. Molly has an extensive background in mental health counseling and behavior modification techniques. She specializes in creating programs that are achievable and successful.

307-460-8291

Molly Anne S. Hughes

Nadia Brunner

Nadia Brunner is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer educated with the Animal Behavior College ABCDT , certified pet dog trainer with the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers CPDT-KA, a member of the Association for Pet Dog Trainers APDT and also an AKC Certified Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.She is available for private behavioral counseling at 323.422.2840, or via email at thebarkingbunch@yahoo.com.

Nancy D. Frensley

Dogs training for sports primarily scent work Behavior consulting

510-223-1362

Nancy M. Abplanalp

Private consultations, classes, and presentations Dogs and Storks Certified Presenter Classes for puppies through adult dogs. Consults for reactivity and fear-based behaviors, obedience, Rally, Life Skills, Recall, Out and About.

530-400-3270

Nannette C. Morgan

Obedience training - semi-private or individual; behavior modification; special services for shelter/rescue adoptees; basic dog sled/cart pull training. Canine manners help for expectant parents. Therapy dog training assistance. Humane, dog-friendly techniques.

408-806-2021

Naomi L. Jensen

Offering in-home private dog training lessons from puppy obedience and socialization to AKC CGC training and evaluation.

619-977-2342

Natalie Elizabeth Bookout Gonzalez

805-481-7711

Natasha Regina Perez

Better World Rescue

209-425-2827

Nathalie Mosbach

408-429-8132

Nichole Marie Montague

Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA) and Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) Providing in home and real world private training, day-training and behavior modification programs for dogs of all ages. I seek to help dogs and their owners better understand each other and live together harmoniously. I use positive reinforcement methods and love to educate families how to better fulfill their dog's needs. I look forward to working with you!

818-825-0560

Nicole Elle Williams

949-482-7267

Nicole Ellis

Nicole Ellis is a celebrity dog trainer based in Los Angeles. Nicole is the co-author of Working Like A Dog a coffee table book on working dogs. Nicole has two dogs that participate in demos, therapy. work, volunteering, movie and production work.Nicole is an American Kennel Club CGC evaluator, APDT, CPDT-KA trainer.Offering concierge pet services including in home puppy, obedience, and trick training.

Nicole Haney

Tailored Dog Training

Nicole J. Andrews

Group and Private training including obedience, agility and therapy dog training.

760-487-5866

Nicole Marie Geraldine Tate

Nicole Marie Moore

707-393-0883

Nicole Rene Marlin

Nikki Myers

562-307-7409

Nori Elizabeth Smith

EveryDog Training, Nori (Smith) McCargo is a positive reward based trainer utilizing private training sessions to maximize success on your schedule. Providing puppy intro to obedience & socialization training, advance obedience training, addressing behavioral issues, and service dog coaching.

770-722-8159