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Popular Kansas City dog trainers
Prices are estimates per training session for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Fantastic! She was immediately engaging. She had a wealth of information. Our rescue is 8 years old and she had him responding to cues so quickly. I was really impressed. Definitely recommend Jessica 10/10!”
“We have been clients of Merriam B since our puppy rescue gave us 4 training sessions with GoodPup. Merriam has held our hands and paws through every stage of puppyhood. She is an amazing wealth of knowledge both for puppy training and puppy development. She been able to help us navigate breed specific issues. Merriam is also a veterinary technician with years of experience. There has not been a single issue Merriam has not been able to help us navigate. We also spent a lot of money on a local in person trainer that was a complete waste of resources compared to our time with Merriam. If you are considering a virtual dog trainer I highly recommend Merriam without her our adorable but rambunctious schnauzer pup would have been returned to the rescue.”
“We are beyond grateful for the incredible work Dominic did with our dog. The patience, knowledge, and genuine care he showed made such a difference. We saw improvement not only in obedience, but also in our dog’s confidence and behavior at home. He took the time to explain everything clearly and made the training process enjoyable for both us and our dog. Highly recommend Dominic to anyone looking for an amazing dog trainer!”
“Caleb was great to work with! He made the whole session so simple but effective. I had never hired a trainer before but after doing this first session, I can’t wait to book another! Also my dogs loved him, he was great with interacting with the dogs.”
“We were very impressed with our initial meeting with Michaela. She explained her methodology very well and gave us additional resources to enhance Bellas training experience.”
“Olga in a one hour session had our TWO puppies showing progress we had not ever seen before, the ability to stay and listen, cannot wait to have her back for another session!”
“Bryan offered helpful obedience tips for our young rescue dog and our usually shy cat was obsessed with him! Hopefully in the future we can work out a better plan to improve her leash manners.”
“Karen was incredibly insightful and helpful with our new rescue dog. She was able to help us identify some patterns of behavior and corrections that we had been struggling with. 100/10 would recommend. My puppy and I will be seeing her again!”
“Rachel is fantastic! Patient and understanding when meeting our reactive dog, great communication, punctual, and clearly very knowledgeable. She spent a huge amount of time with us, listened carefully to all our challenges and offered helpful advice that made a big difference for our Thanksgiving gathering already. Hope we can find the time to work with her again soon!”
“Debbie has been absolutely amazing with my puppy Winnie! She believes in positive reinforcement rather than punishment which has been so great for Winnie. My puppy loves debbie and has improved so much in only a few weeks”
“Jessika was fantastic! After just one consultation, I felt like she really understood my goals and Sampsons behavior challenges. Sampson immediately felt comfortable with her. She left me with training suggestions and modeled the behavior/reward plan with me throughout our session. We set a follow up plan and I look forward to continuing to work together. I definitely recommend her, you won’t be disappointed!”
About: Besides having over 15 years experience in dog training. I received my education from Starmark Academy/Triple Crown Academy for professional Dog trainers. I also have a background in veterinarian care working at animal hospitals as well as competing in numerous dog sports and dog activities.
“I met Leyan for a dog training consultation and it went great! With just the few tips she gave me I have seen an improvement! I can’t wait for our first full training session. And from just the one meeting, I can tell Leyan knows her stuff and is willing to share her knowledge and expertise. We are excited to be working with her!”
“We have been using Kristin for training of our golden retriever puppy, currently 7 months old. Kristin is very patient with Maisie and is very knowledgeable about training techniques and the developmental stages of puppies. She uses a positive reinforcement approach to training. She is also great at follow up after our training sessions. We highly recommend her!”
“I’ve known Meagan for years, and she has helped with both my personal dogs and rescue dogs. She’s professional in assessing situations and communicating with clients, tailoring training to each dog’s unique needs. Meagan understands how dogs think and devises plans accordingly. In rescue, many dogs have troubled pasts, but her patience, calm demeanor, and understanding are unmatched. Her thoughtfulness and expertise make her my go-to for anything dog-related.”
About: 100% Success with Problem Dogs I take aggressive/reactive cases others refuse. Military + psychology master's = unique behavioral expertise. 24/7 Home Care (No Cages) Dogs live as family, no cages. Real change requires constant attention, not hourly sessions. Tom Rose trained - positive reinforcement for fearful dogs, structure for stubborn cases. Specialties: Service/therapy dogs, deaf training, scent work, tracking Licensed: USDA, $1M insured Lifelong Support: Manuals, ongoing help, always available.
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Dog Training FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Trainers listing on Rover must be credentialed dog trainers, commit to reward-based training methods, and pass a background check to offer dog training in Kansas City.
Reward-based training encourages dogs to offer desired behaviors by reinforcing the behavior with something the dog likes; treats, play, or toys. Reward-based training prioritizes using the least intrusive intervention; it promotes thinking rather than punishing mistakes.
When rewards are used, the likelihood the behavior is repeated increases. The positive connection to the reward results in making learning enjoyable, strengthens the human animal bond and over time leads to consistent desired behaviors.
Training can happen many places — your home, a park, a store, or anywhere else that you and your trainer decide is best for the training you are doing! Many trainers will recommend training in your home. This allows them to observe your dog in their natural environment so they can effectively assess and best help reach your training goals.
Trainers will often mention on their profile where they typically hold training sessions, but you can always contact a trainer to learn more!
Rover makes it easy to find Kansas City dog trainers to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star trainers you can find on Rover will work with you and your dog to build new skills and address behaviors. Dog trainers can work on:
- Puppy training, adult dog training, agility training, clicker training and advanced training.
- Behaviors such as barking, leash manners, leash reactivity, house manners, jumping, fearful behavior, anxious behavior, separation distress, recall, biting, chewing, mouthiness, potty training and resource guarding.
Of course! Having a trainer that is the right fit for both you and your pup is an important step to reaching your training goals. We recommend reaching out to any trainer that interests you. Your initial request is not final until both you and the trainer decide you want to move forward with booking.
Also, trainers may offer or require consultations. Make sure to ask trainers so you can make the best decision for you and your pet.
Many trainers on Rover indicate experience in a wide range of behaviors, from puppy training to more advanced behaviors and training types.
Review a trainer’s profile to see if their experience aligns with your needs, and if you have questions, don’t hesitate to contact them to ensure they’re the right trainer for you and your pet.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog training service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your trainer’s cancellation policy.
Note: If your dog trainer requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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