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Dog Trainers

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

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Seattle, WA

Kara C. Main-Hester

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Bloomfield, CT

Kara Kulpa

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Sturtevant, WI

Kara L. Pacetti

I offer private in home training sessions for puppy training, basic manners, behavior modification for shy, fearful, and reactive dogs, and focus and control exercises to help dogs learn to focus and pay attention in the real world.

262-364-6567

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Placerville, CA

Kara Lee Fike

408-687-2065

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Keenesburg, CO

Kara Lynn Polansky

Kara, owner of Canine Behavior Connection, is a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and certified dog behavior consultant (CDBC). She holds a B.S. in Psychology and a Master’s degree in teaching. Her particular professional interests include puppies and adolescent development, sport dogs, nose work, reactivity, and the Control Unleashed program/methodology. She enjoys spending time outdoors and with her 4 dogs, 2 cats, and partner who is also a dog behavior consultant.The utmost goal of her practice is to help co-create lives with dog guardians so they and their animals thrive.

720-279-4881

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Kara S. Yochem

303-720-5899

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Fort Worth, TX

Karah E. Wilkes

Diamond Dogs LLC

817-797-4079

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Round Lake, IL

Karen A. Sandy

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Youngstown, OH

Karen Ann Becker

Karen Ann McNichol logoTottenham

Karen Ann McNichol

One Heart One Mind CaninesPrivate Lessons * Behaviour Consultations * Board & Train * Puppy Head Start Board & Train

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Gorham, NH

Karen Ashley Chapdelaine

603-305-3418

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Flagstaff, AZ

Karen B. London

My business is called Karen London Dog Behavior, LLC. I primarily work with people whose dogs have serious behavioral issues (especially aggression), though I also do general training. I am committing a considerable amount of time now to writing--books, blogs, articles--so I am seeing fewer clients than usual.

928-414-0037

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Jefferson, NY

Karen B. Miller

Visit our website: www.townandcountrycanine.com

607-652-2207

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Alexandria, VA

Karen Baragona

Got an anxious dog? You've come to the right place. I have a soft spot for shy, fearful, anxious dogs like yours. I specialize in helping dogs with separation anxiety, shy/fearful behavior, and anxiety around kids.

571-982-0343

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Mill Valley, CA

Karen Carroll Schuerholz

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Mamaroneck, NY

Karen E. Reilly

914-698-3695

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340 Southgate Drive

Karen Emily Fisher

Effective, compassionate dog training for manners and problem behaviours. Offering group and individual instruction, including behaviour modification. Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant through the IAABC, as well as CPDT-KA through the CCPDT.

Karen F. Ogden logoWest Tisbury, MA

Karen F. Ogden

private in home training for dogs of all ages. behavior modification scent detection - sport & working applications

508-693-3708

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Greenland, NH

Karen G. Betournay

The Mission of Animal Manners is to train dogs and their People through Positive Reinforcement Methods, Respect and Trust. Animal Manners would like the opportunity to help you train your dog, teach you to understand your dog?s behavior and build a relationship based on cooperation and trust.

6034314738

Karen H. DiCostanzo logoLenexa, KS

Karen H. DiCostanzo

Private, in-home training for: *behavior modification - aggression, reactivity, separation, possessiveness, calm for grooming, etc.*manners - loose-leash walking, focus around distractions, polite greetings, coming when called, etc. *puppy/new dog training - potty training; preventing nipping, jumping, barking, and more. Modern fear- and force-free trainer with expertise in the science of animal behavior and learning will help you learn more effective two-way communication with your companion dog while further strengthening your relationship bond. Certified Dog Training Professional (CPDT-KA) by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers; Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP), Certified Fear-Free Professional (CFFP).All breeds, sizes, and ages are welcome; appointments offered weekdays, evenings, and weekends

808-628-8414

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Fort Lauderdale, FL

Karen Ilana Bistre Dabbah

In Home Dog Training

972-971-6654

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Templeton, MA

Karen J. Rich

I specialize in group classes in all levels of obedience (Puppy kindergarten, Basic, Intermediate, CGC and other classes as needed). I am also an AKC Evaluator, an AKC Temperament Tester, and a therapy dog educator. I am a tester/observer for the Alliance of Therapy dogs, and I am particularly invested in promoting the animal-human bond. I specialize in early socialization for puppies and their families.I currently offer training, testing, and evaluations of therapy dog teams, leading to eventual certification for animal assisted activities. I am available to do in-home evaluations and assessments.I am an evaluator for the UKC and the AKC, and I do STAR Puppy testing, CGC, CGCU, and CGCA, testing, and Tricks testing, as well as prep classes. I recently became eligible to do AKC Temperament Testing. I am currently involved in AKC competitive obedience classes, competing and coaching.I currently teach all levels of obedience classes at the Gardner Animal Care Center, and I am available for private classes and evaluations, as well.

978-939-5578

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Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Karen K. Hashimoto

Dog training in Private and Group sessions. Training for all ages and breeds are available.

808-382-4789

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Hendersonville, NC

Karen L. Comstock, MA

Aunt Karen’s Lucky Dogs offers Puppy Coach programs for gentle socialization, good manners and functional obedience; Adolescent Survival programs with targeted workshops for help during your dog’s “teenage” stage; and, Drool and Dazzle workshops to add a little spit and polish to your adult dog’s obedience skills. Karen Comstock, aka Aunt Karen, specializes in prevention and mitigation of canine aggression and rehabilitation of misunderstood dogs who are lucky enough to get a second chance.

828-489-8344

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Marshfield, MA

Karen Lanoue-Lambrecht

PAWS-itively Obedient dog training instruction group class and private instruction available from basic puppy to adult obedience .I also consult and coach owners dealing with more complicated fear or aggression based issues.

6174131510

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Aldergrove Langley

Karen Lau

Obedience classes and behavioural consultation/ problem solving.Agility training and classes . Also private lessons and sessions on request

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San Antonio, TX

Karen Lowell Engelland

Modern Dog SolutionsThe Palms Pet Resort and Spa

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Diamond Bar, CA

Karen Lulu Ni

Karen Ni is a dog trainer, occupational therapist, and animal assisted therapy practitioner. She offers private dog training for puppies, obedience/basic manners, behavior modification, tricks, therapy dog, and service dog work using positive reinforcement and force-free methods. Karen also incorporates animal assisted therapy into occupational therapy intervention for children and adults with special needs. She provides consultation and training for professionals who would like to incorporate therapy dogs into their work. Karen also offers recreational classes and wellness sessions for anyone who would like to learn about dog care and training, even if they do not have a dog or are preparing to get one.

424-262-9617

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Shelton, WA

Karen M. Cannard

K9Kapers Dog Training provides classes and private training for the pet owner as well as for competition. We have Puppy classes, Manners classes, Agility, Conformation, Obedience, Carting, Tracking, Nosework classes, Rally classes as well. 25 + years Professional Trainer using up to date gentle training methods.

360-432-1478

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Cumberland Center, ME

Karen M. Casey

802-343-9913

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Dedham, MA

Karen M. Plescia

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Calabash, NC

Karen M. Scott

Dogs Love Nose Work, LLCNACSW K9 Nose Work, Basic Obedience, Behavior Issues in person in NC and virtually.

703-927-4806

Karen Marie Baxter logo580 Steve Court

Karen Marie Baxter

Unified K9 Behaviour Centre

289-383-4136

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Wakefield, RI

Karen MCCarthy

Courteous Canine LLC offers group training classes, private in home training and behavior modification and our Unleashed! Day Camp Services in South Kingstown RI.

401-954-2699

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Vernon, NY

Karen Michele Serianni

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Winnipeg

Karen P. O'Quinn

204-885-3924

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Keezletown, VA

Karen R. Mast

Private consults now offered at my new training center in Keezletown, VA (near Harrisonburg, Rockingham County). Pet behavior consults, basic household manners training, cooperative husbandry and vet care, reward-based methods with an emphasis on clicker training. Training to help you learn to resolve conflicts between you and your pet, between your pet and your pet's environment (other dogs, cats, unfamiliar people, unfamiliar environments). I offer New Pet assessments and adoption counseling.

540-269-6904

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Tarzana, CA

Karen R. Taylor

We serve Oxnard and Vicinity, Tarzana and Vicinty, and Chatsworth and Vicinity!Dog Trainer specializing in "Difficult" dogs.In-home, Groups, on Board training at PAWparazzi dogs thru My Best Friend Obedience, Potty training, Socializing, Walking, Separation Anxiety, Aggression (all types), Fear, Manners, Obedience issues as it relates to Agility, Multi-level AKC obedience and rally, CGC and S.T.A.R. Puppy. My Best Friend hires trainers for training also! Look us up!

818-996-3647

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Glendora, CA

Karen S. Widaman

626-221-3006

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Springfield, MO

Karen Sue Capen Kathka

417-833-5978

Karen Suzanne Shipe logoCastle Rock, CO

Karen Suzanne Shipe

408-610-8738

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Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

Karen Winter

Positive reinforcement dog training, specializing in puppy head-start, general pet manners for dogs of all ages, and behavior modification for reactive dogs (barking and lunging on leash) and/or dogs overcoming fears and generalized anxiety. Private lessons in Palos Verdes and the nearby beach cities.

310-999-9772

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Cochrane

Karie Elizabeth Armstrong

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Karin M. Liebrand

Karin Liebrand (CPTD-KA, KPA CTP, CTDI) uses rewards-based training to jumpstart positive communication between pet parents and their four-legged best friends giving them a valuable skillset that fosters a spirit of teamwork, collaboration and trust. She works with clients to meet their training goals in the areas of basic dog manners, advanced dog manners, new puppy training, leash reactivity and tricks. She graduated from the Karen Pryor Academy Dog Trainer Professional program in 2013 and stays current with new training methods and research by attending continuing education courses and professional conferences, such as ClickerExpo.Karin's current credentials are:● Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)● Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP)● Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI)● AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator● AKC Trick Dog EvaluatorKarin frequently works with clients one-on-one in private, customizable lessons and has a number of years' experience teaching group classes at dog training facilities in the Austin, Texas area.

512-466-6254

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Nashua, NH

Karin M. Statkum

Karina O'Carroll logoSai Kung

Karina O'Carroll

Dog Walking and Pet Sitting in Sai Kung, Hong Kong

Karl D. Beatty logoFindlay, OH

Karl D. Beatty

419-719-0600

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Karla J. Gran

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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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