Dog Trainers in New Jersey

Lindsay Root

Lisa B. Schroeder

Tails of Success Dog Training provides personalized private sessions that are tailored to fit your dog, your needs, your lifestyle, and your schedule. She provides in-home training and behavior modification for puppies and dogs of all ages. As state certified teacher, she specializes in working with families and children. Lisa is devoted to dogs and committed to you. She will work with you at your dog’s natural pace using the effectiveness of positive reinforcement training.

973-479-1967

Lisa M. Wance

908-202-4317

Lisa Plocinski

On The Ball Dog Training offers Puppy training and socialization, Basic and Advanced Obedience classes, as well as Nose Work, Trick, and Pet Therapy classes.Classes are small to foster a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere, and to allow for individual attention to each of our clients. All of our classes are taught using positive reward based training techniques. Private training sessions are also available by appointment.

908-451-5707

Lori A. Carscadden

Maren Bernadette Lavelle

Positive-reinforcement dog trainer and owner of The Big City Woof Walker, LLC., a dog walking and pet care company based in NYC and Chicago, Maren services clients in the greater NYC and Northern NJ area. Maren is a CPDT-KA and a Peaceable Paws Affiliate dog trainer, having studied with Pat Miller at Peaceable Paws and graduating from her Level One Canine Behavior and Training Academy and Level Two Behavior Modification Academy. As a Positive Reinforcement dog trainer, Maren uses science-based force-free ethical training methods, to ensure her clients’ dogs are always actively participating in and consenting to their training program. Using rewards that are of high value to your dog, along with praise, Maren encourages the behaviors you do want from your dog, rather than trying to suppress the behaviors you don't want. She focuses on building trust and confidence between you and your dog, ensuring you have a shared toolkit to enhance your communication and strengthen your bond together.Maren takes on basic manners training and behavior modification cases, puppy prep and puppy training cases, reactivity and fear-related behavior cases, and mild aggression cases. As a film and television director, Maren also specializes in training dogs for tv and film performance as well as live on stage performances.She is located in Montclair, NJ and can accommodate last minute private appointments in Montclair, Glen Ridge, and Bloomfield, NJ. Appointments in NYC or other Northern NJ cities need to be booked in advance.

Margaret A. Macewen

Margaret MacEwen is the owner of Super Fine K9 Dog Training which provides private services to clients in their homes. The travel area includes all of Morris County, NJ and parts of the surrounding counties.Margaret has over 20 years of professional dog training experience. Her methods are reward based and she focuses on training a dog to think rather than just responding to commands.All dogs are born as dogs, it's up to us to teach them how to be pets.Margaret enjoys the sports of dog agility, disc dog and K9 nosework with her own dogs.

973-945-5638

Martha A. Windisch

Personalized Dog Training, LLC offers dog-friendly and family-friendly training. Martha has over 25 years of experience. In-your-home basic obedience and problem-solving plus K9 Nose Work classes in four South Jersey locations. I also teach tracking, retriever field training for hunt tests, obedience competition lessons, rally obedience lessons and beginning agility lessons at my location. Furthermore, I work with New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities clients helping them to teach their Home Companion or Service Dogs. Visit my web site for additional information, call for a brochure or to schedule lessons with your dog.

609-726-9054

Mary Jean Alsina

Mary Jean Alsina, Owner and Head Trainer of The Canine Cure, LLC has worked with dogs for over 12 years. I have taught many owners how to fully enjoy their relationships with their dogs and how to be more fulfilled as dog owners. I am a CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed) and I did my main studies at The Academy for Dog Trainers in San Francisco, under the well-known trainer/author Jean Donaldson. There, I learned the ins and outs of dog behavior and behavior modification. I'm devoted to continuing education and in spite of my experience, I continue my education by attending many seminars, workshops, and conferences. I have worked at various animal shelters and continue to attend seminars and workshops around the country. I was a regular Dog Training Columnist for Examiner.com and Barks From The Guild. I also was a public school teacher for many years. Having 2 graduate degrees in Education has been a great asset as I understand how people truly learn, as well as dogs, and can patiently guide you to learn how to work with your dog to the best of your ability. Many times dog trainers seem to be the only one the dog will behave for. I will show you that is simply not true. You CAN get your dog to do what you want. My teaching experience also allows me to specialize in training for the whole family. It is so helpful to have everyone in the home on board for the training of the dog. This sets your dog up for a higher and faster rate of success. I strongly feel that dogs learn best when in a relaxed, positive environment. Using fear and scaring a dog in an attempt to get him to learn can be quite harmful, and is not effective in the long run, as it can cause other long-term fear and aggression problems. Dogs do not learn well with constant corrections. When trained this way, they never learn what IS expected of them. I teach your dog what they should do, not simply what you don't want them to do. You AND your dog will be much happier this way. Choosing a trainer with an EDUCATION in dog behavior is quite important because anyone can say that they are "good with dogs" because they had dogs all their life. That does not mean that they understand the intricacies of how dogs learn and

973-768-8042

Mary L. Alverson

Positive, evidence-based training and behavior modification. Specializing in Pit Bulls and separation anxiety, plus kid and dog safety. CGC Evaluator, Speak Dog Certified, Certified Trick Dog Instructor. 25+ years experience. Remote sessions available from anywhere.

Marypat Brown

MaryPat's training is based on the philosophy of how dogs think and learn. She approaches training in the most humane methods that are least intrusive and minimally aversive.Her behavioral plans are customized to each individual dog and as simple as possible for clients to implement. Her in-home training includes: New puppy/house training, basic obedience, loose leash walking, elimination of unwanted behaviors, and counseling for fearfulness. All individual plans are based on an evaluation and observations during an initial consultation.

908-229-5578

Maverick's K9 Mission & Dog Training

+1 201-956-9291

Megan F. Byrne

Train That Dog offers in-home, customized dog training and behavior modification services in northern New Jersey. We are here to provide you with the help you need, including teaching basic obedience, behavior modification for aggression and reactivity, teaching you and your dog how to communicate effectively, preventing problem behaviors, and addressing problem behaviors so you can find joy in your dog again. Here are Train That Dog, WE SPEAK DOG. We use the latest training techniques and pride ourselves in knowing and understanding scientifically-based training and behavior modification methods. Our goal, first and foremost, is to empower you. Contact us today and let us know how we can help!

Melita J. Wright

Michelle C. Ostrander

Certified Professional Dog Trainer who offers positive, balanced, reward-based training to help your puppy or dog achieve your behavior goals. Training builds a strong bond between owner and dog. Training is not ‘one size fits all’ so we provide personalized training plans to meet your lifestyle and needs.

908-377-6195

Miranda Emily Bobrowski

732-333-9221

My Positive Pup

+1 201-218-0413

Nancy B. Schumacher

Nancy Schumacher, founder of Best in Behavior and CPDT-KA Certified Dog Trainer is committed to helping your dog achieve his or her best in behavior. She uses a positive reward-based approach to dog training. This science-based approach rewards desired behavior and discourages undesired behavior through clear, consistent instruction. It is one you and your dog will enjoy.As a Knowledge Assessed member of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, Nancy must abide their strict Code of Ethics and adherence to high standards of excellence, professionalism and ethical conduct. In order to get the best results shaping your new puppy’s behavior or improving your family dog’s behavior, and for your understanding how to maintain these good behaviors, Nancy offers customized private in-home training sessions.Training Methods & PhilosophyPositive reward-based training is a method that uses positive motivators to reinforce a dogs behavior. By communicating clearly to the dog what we want them to do and rewarding that behavior, the dog will repeat that behavior.By motivating with treats, praise and playtime, the dog is rewarded for performing the behavior the owner is asking for. Behavior that is rewarded is repeated. Your dog will learn that coming to you when called is a positive experience and he will repeat the behavior.Basic ObedienceBehavior ModificationPuppy Training CampServices Include:Dogs 101 for First-TimeDog OwnersDay Training

973-632-2992

Nancy Pindilli

732-672-4145

New Beginnings Dog Training

+1 973-687-7540

Next Level K9

+1 201-519-7487

Nicole E. Pulone

Nicole Lorenzetti Yuhas

NICOLE IS NOT CURRENTLY TEACHING OR TRAINING AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO TAKE ON CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. You may visit https://nicolelyuhas.wixsite.com/nicole-l-yuhas to learn more about her upcoming dog training book and register for book updates.Nicole has been professionally training dogs and their people since 2014, earning her certification from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers in the spring of 2016. She enjoys teaching group training classes and educating people about behavior and and dog body language.After giving birth to her first child in the midst of the pandemic in 2020, she decided to take a break from training to dedicate her time to being a full time stay-at-home mom. Now she is using any spare time she finds to bring a new dog training book to life in order to provide assistance to as many people as she can, even when she is not actively teaching classes.NICOLE IS NOT CURRENTLY TEACHING OR TRAINING AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO TAKE ON CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. You may visit https://nicolelyuhas.wixsite.com/nicole-l-yuhas to learn more about her upcoming dog training book and register for book updates.

Nicole M. Skeehan

215-850-9745

Northern New Jersey German Shepherd Dog Club

+1 551-206-9838

northern State K9

+1 973-862-9594

Olivia Ardis Miller

908-246-4637

P.A.T. Pet Services, LLC

+1 201-937-6123

Patricia S. Baker

Specializes in training therapy dogs and placement of emotional support animals with people with disabilities.

609-558-2277

Paul Barish

201-725-0000

Paws and Thank you

Paws for Thought Dog Training Jersey City

+1 914-863-1656

Pawzitively Furbulous

+1 201-494-1410

Petco Dog Training

+1 201-660-6101

PetSmart Dog Training

+1 201-662-1747

Puppy University

+1 201-292-3557

Rachel J. Stintzcum

7324771589

Riverview Bark

+1 201-870-8843

Rosa's K-9 Training

+1 201-240-5241

Rylee Snow Rose

I offer in-home dog training for basic obedience, puppy training, and case-by-case behavioral issues. I am dedicated to helping your dog become the best version of themselves while they enjoy every step of the way!

908-246-6187

Samuel E. Wike

I am a force free, fear free, pain free, science based, trainer. I specialize in behavioral issues, particularly moderate to severe issues including fears, phobias, aggression and reactivity.

732-963-7101

Sarah M. Kobylarz

Sharleen Mompalao

The Confident Canine

908-824-7403

Sheila K. Lobel

Behavior consulting and individualized behavior modification programs. Force-free training. (Eager, happy dogs are faster learners). Clear guidance to owners and their pets. Providing insight into reading and understanding dogs, leading to success and strong bonds between owners and their canine companions. Personalized programs.

609-223-0759

Sheryl A. Marszalek

Welcome to CoolDog Academy, where we make dog training a fun & rewardingexperience for dogs and owners alike! Our trainers come witha wealth of hands-on training experience backed by scientific research.We rely on the most current evidence-based approaches to deliverdog training that is both effective and kind. We believe in a fun, uplifting,and rewarding training environment that you and your dog will love!

609-285-3622

Stacy L. Milboer

StayPlayNTrain

+1 201-220-8086

Stephanie Frost

856-350-5509