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Dog Trainers in Connecticut

Find professional dog trainers in Connecticut. Browse certified dog trainers specializing in obedience, puppy training, aggression, and more.

203K9 Training Service, LLC. logoStamford, CT

203K9 Training Service, LLC.

obediencepuppycrate-training

+1 203-979-8054

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Newtown, CT

Abagail Hill

We are proud to bring you Fairfield Counties only dedicated dog training facility. Come and enjoy our fully matted, 3000+ square foot facility. We offer private behavioral consultations and training for pet dogs throughout Northern Fairfield County as well as group obedience classes for puppies, beginners and more advanced students. We also offer Nosework, Agility, CGC Testing, and other speciality classes.

203-270-3647

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Ellington, CT

Alice M. Quinn

Family Dog training/behavior consultations/therapy dog training/service dog training

860-402-7462

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Ashford, CT

Allisia M. Vroom

908-331-0556

Allison Lee Raymunt logoLitchfield, CT

Allison Lee Raymunt

Holistic dog training in the Litchfield, CT area.

843-718-7025

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Fairfield, CT

Anya Katrina Kopchinsky

Relationship based training specializing in pitbull type dogs but have experience with all breeds. Currently working for Field Investigations and Response team for the ASPCA- experienced with hoarding dogs, puppy mill survivors, natural disasters and fear free methods of handling

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Newington, CT

Ariane M. Bailey

Pet Education and Therapy, LLC

860-484-3294

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Woodstock, CT

Ashley Jeanne White

Partnering Paws takes a holistic approach to dog behavior and training. Our mission is to safeguard and improve the welfare of dogs through training and enrichment. Since how a dog feels impacts their behavior, we never use tools or techniques that compromise your dogs physical and emotional wellbeing. Partnering Paws is so much more than obedience training. We provide skills and knowledge to help you better understand your dog, build their confidence, and develop trust.

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Wilton, CT

Ashley Nichole Donegan

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East Hampton, CT

Ashley Victoria Hill

Ca' Rigada Kennel LLC provides training for companion and hunting dogs following the principles of LIMA (least intrusive, minimally aversive), as well as produces superior performance Deutsch Drahthaar (German Wirehaired Pointer). Please e-mail or visit us online for further contact options if we may be of service (http://www.carigada.com/training).

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Norwalk, CT

Aubrey Claire Sancho

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Wallingford, CT

Avery Mackellar-Nogueira

Bark Busters - Mike The Dog Trainer logoStamford, CT

Bark Busters - Mike The Dog Trainer

obediencepuppybarking

+1 877-500-2275

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Stamford, CT

Beth Susan Hrnciar

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Greenwich, CT

Betsy S. Schwartz

Betsy Schwartz is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed and is committed to only positive, force-free, dog-friendly training methods, which create a bond of trust and foster teamwork. Training is all about relationships and clear, two-way communication between handler and dog. Betsy believes that training should always be enjoyable for both humans and animals alike, and she interjects humor and fun into all her classes and private lessons. She is an evaluator for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program and is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, the Pet Professional Guild, and the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants.

203-550-9342

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Branford, CT

Brian G. Tippy

Brian is an experienced teacher and avid student of dog behavior and learning theory. In addition to being a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Brian is a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and a licensed Pet Partners Therapy Team Evaluator. Brian teaches selected classes at Paws 'N Effect in Hamden, CT, and is available for private training sessions as well, focusing on a variety of issues, including common problems like jumping, pulling, and barking, as well as on helping people and dogs prepare for goals like competing in dog sports or working toward therapy dog evaluations.

203-747-4955

Brittni Sabra Danyell Hyzer logoMystic, CT

Brittni Sabra Danyell Hyzer

Know Better Do Better Dog Training LLC

860-415-3632

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Madison, CT

Bryony Aviles

Bryony, Founder and Owner of Sandy Paws, is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and a graduate (with honors) of the prestigious Karen Pryor Academy. She also serves as a mentor trainer for the Catch Canine Trainers Academy, educating trainers of the future. Bryony is educated in the Family Paws Parent Education program as well as The Family Dog program, both focused on helping families with dogs and children.Sandy Paws Positive Dog Training specializes in working with puppies, through private and group puppy classes and socialization opportunities. We also offer Family Dog classes and Tricks and Fun with Agility Obstacles classes too. Our family-friendly training is lively and interactive and meets all learners where they are, humans and canine. You will feel empowered, motivated and on the path to a more polite dog. Our rewards-based approach is veterinarian-recommended, and dog approved.

203-689-2011

Christopher John Rohland logoDanbury, CT

Christopher John Rohland

General manners training and problem-specific resolution

203-748-7102

Coaching 4 paws logoSouthington, CT

Coaching 4 paws

obediencepuppycrate-training

+1 203-267-9173

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Westbrook, CT

Corinne Tufano

We help dog owners raise the well-mannered companion they've always wanted through fun, reward based training.

860-460-6123

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Shelton, CT

Courtney Anne Kolodziej

513-399-1220

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Barkhamsted, CT

D&D Dog Training Services, LLC

+1 860-307-2165

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Lebanon, CT

Dana Peterson

860-456-3314

Dawn M Lowery logoShelton, CT

Dawn M Lowery

One Smart Dog is a Southern, CT dog training service.We turn puppies and dogs into well-behaved, friendly pets that are a pleasure to live with. We offer private in-home dog training, puppy training, group dog training classes, and behavior solutions for issues such as aggression, fear, and anxiety.

203-209-3712

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Greenwich, CT

Debra A. Shore

Debra Shore Dog Training LLC Private In-Home Lessons

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Avon, CT

Derrick Seymour

Bee's Dog Services LLC

860-406-0729

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Danbury, CT

Donna L. McNerney, CPDT-KA

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Woodbridge, CT

Donna L. Ruskin

Donna’s formal work with dogs essentially began in the summer of 2002 as a volunteer at the ASPCA in New York City. In addition to volunteering she’d hoped to gain experience so that one day, lifestyle permitting, she’d be prepared to care for a dog of her own. At the time, Donna lived alone and was away from home most of the time, commuting back and forth to Manhattan where she worked as an Education Associate with the International Center of Photography. Come autumn, circumstances hadn’t changed much but for one thing: Donna had met and fallen in love with a three-year-old German Shepherd who’d arrived at the shelter as a humane law enforcement case after legal seizure from a neglectful and physically abusive owner. Donna took the dog home a short time later and named her Sammy. Always having wanted a Weimaraner, Donna would point to Sammy and fondly say, “I just don’t know what happened. She was supposed to be a Weimaraner.” But that’s how love is, unpredictable and on its own schedule. Donna returned to volunteer at the ASPCA a number of years later and was deployed to Kentucky with the Field and Investigation Team to work on one of the largest puppy mill raid cases to date. Donna was an active volunteer in the dog enrichment program for the Guiding Eyes for the Blind in Yorktown, NY, and worked at Pet Rescue in Harrison NY and The Humane Society of Westchester (HSW) in New Rochelle NY as a volunteer trainer in their ‘train to adopt’ program. In 2013, Donna completed an eighteen-month course of study with the Northeast Regional Dog Trainer’s Academy (NRDTA) run by Bobbie Bhambree, Founder & Director of DogCentric Training & Behavior and HSW’s former head trainer. Currently she volunteers 4-12 hours a week with CPR (Companion Pet Rescue) in Southbury, CT.At the Humane Society of Westchester, Donna often taught the ‘What Every Shelter Dog Should Know’ (AKA Dog training 101) class as well as the monthly Green Dot, Dog Walking classes for junior, adult and family volunteers. She joined DogCentric Training as an associate from 2015-2017 and now provides private training and puppy socialization and manners classes.In an ongoing quest to expand her knowledge of training skills and dog behavior, she is a regular attendee of lectures and workshops. She completed Sue Sternberg’s Instructor Training Course (ITC) at the Rondout Valley Animals for Adoption facility in Accord, NY in the summer of 2015 and Suzanne Clothier’s ITC program in 2016

914-882-7643

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Cheshire, CT

Drake Lawrence Azevedo

Sarah's Pet Sitting and Dog Training is a the best pet care in Connecticut. We provide premium care for our pet sitting clients and only the best for our dog training clients. Our certified professional dog trainer is skilled in multiple types of dog training and is always seeking out further education so he can provide the best solutions to your specific situation.

203-439-0456

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Ellington, CT

Drew's Dogs of Ellington

+1 860-266-0913

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North Haven, CT

Eileen M. McCabe

203-925-0777

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Orange, CT

Emma Lynne Kroesser

475-414-5135

Empire State K9 Services logoNewtown, CT

Empire State K9 Services

+1 203-768-1903

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Shelton, CT

Evelia Veronica Rivera

Animal enthusiast since 2006, specializing in dogs since 2009. Started with aquariums, fell in love with therapy dogs, and now dedicated to transforming the lives of shelter dogs. Let's embark on a journey of compassion and connection! #AnimalTraining #DogLover

203-699-6364

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Harwinton, CT

Evelynn Karin Linden

516-949-6928

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Cheshire, CT

Francine M. Zelladonis

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Meriden, CT

Gina M. Hoag

Train your dog and strengthen your relationship with the help of a certified professional dog trainer. Founded on positive training methods grounded in scientific learning theory, Positive Behavior training empowers people and pets for a lifetime of happiness together. Basic Obedience: focuses on building a relationship between client and dog. Training skills include intro to positive reinforcement, refocusing techniques, sits, downs, stays, recalls and loose leash walking.Advanced Obedience: builds on the basics and takes owner and dog out of the classroom and into the real world, equipping them with the skills needed to handle the challenges they faceeveryday when out and about.

203-530-0535

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Mystic, CT

Gleanna Doyle

We develop confident, puppies and dog who are able to be the best family member and community citizens that is possible for them. We offer coaching to this effect in the following formats:Private lessonsGroup classesDay school (small groups of dogs and puppies selected for proper optimal compatibility and learning are with our excellent trainers between 8am to 1pm. They gain skills, confidence, get exercise, proper socialization with others and the world at large, empowering them to be better family members and community citizens. This process has been developed by our founder, Gleanna Doyle over a 30 year period and gleaned from the dogs' perspective in effort to create safe, fun, and challenging learning environments.Day trainingCustom board and train optionsCertified trainers employ force-free, positive reinforcement, LIMA methods.Train dogs and other animals for TV/movies for 30 years.Website: www.rhodescollar.comMovie credits:imdb.me/gleannadoyle Voted #1 for Pet Training in Southeastern CT

860-213-0260

Great Pets by Brian KIlcommons logoBethlehem, CT

Great Pets by Brian KIlcommons

+1 914-755-8892

High Ten Dog Training, LLC logoStamford, CT

High Ten Dog Training, LLC

+1 203-539-0231

Hunky Hound Handlers - Holistic Healthy Hounds logoNorth Canaan, CT

Hunky Hound Handlers - Holistic Healthy Hounds

+1 959-227-9013

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Woodstock Valley, CT

J. Wells Kennels LLC

+1 860-748-9908

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Wethersfield, CT

Jacqueline Lanni Lampert

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Madison, CT

Jade Giuggio

Janice Ann Liscinsky logoDeep River, CT

Janice Ann Liscinsky

We believe that training your dog should be fun! We train using GAMES to build confidence, keeping your dog focused and engaged working on reducing environmental distractions and increasing FOCUS to YOU!We are a training facility that uses scientifically proven Positive Reinforcement which rewards the desired behavior.Reward-Based Training is all about working with your dog as a partner. The key to training is setting your dog up for success by rewarding good choices. Your training success will depend on you building strong, trusting communication with your dog by playing fun games and teaching your dog what you want them to do and we are here to help you do just that!Janice Liscinsky, CPDT-KA, ABCDT, FDM is owner/trainer of The Perfect Pup, LLC (www.theperfectpupllc.com). She is a certified dog trainer (CPDT-KA) (Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, which is the leading independent certifying organization for the dog training profession), and an honors graduate of Animal Behavior College. She is also a LFDM (Licensed Family Dog Mediator), completing Kim Brophy's LEGS Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation Course which is a thorough examination of the intersection of canine and human evolution, welfare, behavior, and relationship in the modern world.Janice is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and is continuously attending seminars and reading educational books on training and animal behavior to further her education.She has currently completed numerous seminars from Ian Dunbar (Animal Behaviorist, Dog Trainer and founder of SIRIUS Puppy Training) along with seminars from other industry experts and is an AKC CGC (Canine Good Citizen) Evaluator.All training is done using positive reinforcement which rewards all desired behavior. Her love of animals began at an early age where she grew up having numerous pets. Janice currently lives in Deep River, CT with Dave and their fur babies Anka and Wolfgang both German Shepherds.Janice has been a dog handler/trainer at many adoption events and did follow-up home visits with adopters’ to ensure everyone was happy including the dogs!

203-943-2579

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Uncasville, CT

Jennifer Brooke Saindon

860-333-7599

Jennifer S. Zatorowski logoShelton, CT

Jennifer S. Zatorowski

We provide in home training and behavior consulting for you!We help with important foundation work for basic skills and manners to behavior concerns including fearfulness and aggressiveness. All ages and breeds are welcomed.We can provide you the knowledge to help you build a relationship and bond with your dog using humane, safe, effective reward based methods.All training and behavior plans are implemented based on your individual needs and the needs of your dog(s).Certified Mantrailing Global instructor. What is Mantrailing you ask! Great question! We train ALL dogs to find people for fun! Yes, YOUR dog can do it!Contact us to talk about your dog(s)!

203-260-9491

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Frequently asked questions about dog training

How much does dog training cost?

Dog training costs vary by type and location. Group classes typically run $50–$200 for a multi-week session. Private sessions range from $50–$150 per hour. Board and train programs can cost $500–$2,500+ per week depending on the trainer and length of program.

What dog training methods are most effective?

Positive reinforcement is widely considered the most effective and humane dog training method. It rewards desired behaviors rather than punishing unwanted ones. Look for trainers certified by organizations like CCPDT, IAABC, or Karen Pryor Academy.

How long does dog training take?

Basic obedience typically takes 4–8 weeks of consistent training. Behavior modification for issues like aggression or separation anxiety may take 3–6 months. Every dog learns at their own pace — consistency and practice between sessions are key.

What certifications should a dog trainer have?

Look for trainers certified by CCPDT (Certified Professional Dog Trainer), IAABC (International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants), or the Karen Pryor Academy. These certifications require demonstrated knowledge and adherence to humane training standards.

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