From puppy basics to behavior modification — find certified, positive-reinforcement dog trainers near you.
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From puppy basics to advanced obedience and behavior issues, find a certified dog trainer in your area. Compare in-person, group, and at-home options.
Start as early as 8–10 weeks. Focus on socialization, potty training, crate training, name recognition, leash basics, and bite inhibition.
For dogs of any age. Sit, stay, come, down, leave it, loose-leash walking, and impulse control.
Address reactivity, leash aggression, resource guarding, separation anxiety, or fear-based behavior.
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Submit Your Training Business →Group classes typically run $100–$250 for a 4–6 week course. Private one-on-one sessions range from $75–$200+ per hour depending on trainer credentials and location. Board-and-train programs cost $1,000–$3,500+ per week.
You can start basic socialization and gentle training as early as 8 weeks old. Formal puppy classes typically begin at 10–12 weeks once your puppy has had their first round of vaccinations.
Look for credentials like CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, IAABC, or CDBC. Ask about continuing education and training methods. Avoid trainers who use prong, choke, or shock collars; modern certified trainers use positive reinforcement.
Basic commands can be learned in 4–6 weeks with consistent daily practice. Behavior modification (reactivity, anxiety) often takes 3–6 months or more. Training is a lifelong process — the more practice, the better the results.
Group classes are great for socialization and basic obedience and are usually more affordable. Private sessions work best for dogs with reactivity, fear, or aggression issues, or when you need a customized plan.