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Popular Kirkland 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%.
“Madison has given amazing practical tips that have worked great for our Cavapoo, Bella. We feel Bella’s learning potential got unlocked during these sessions and my kids, my husband and I learned so much about our pup too along the way.”
“Crystal made me feel like I was directly communicating with my pets through her. She understands body language and pays such close attention, it blew my mind. My dog is 7 years old and has some unwanted behavior, and she had my dog sitting so politely and doing everything she asked. An animal whisperer. Highly recommend!”
“Maria did a wonderful job with Pepper. She taught my puppy core commands like sit, stay, place, drop it, and heel. She helped getting Pepper used to riding in a car. She also provided socialization, exposing my puppy to different kinds of environments, people, and sounds. She communicates well and is on time.”
“I just had a video call consultation. Karen has great training solutions to the needs and problems me and my dog need help with. She laid out a very good plan on how we can train and achieve our goals. I'm very excited and happy to get started.”
“Anji is amazing, truly wonderful! This was only our second session and we, the puppy parents, have so much to learn, but we are deeply grateful that we have Anji to work with and highly recommend her to all.”
“Madeline is truly wonderful with our border collie. She taught him to respond and do wonderful tricks. She trained him to walk on leash without being afraid of other dogs. Madeline is a true dog psychiatrist. Her understanding of dog behavior is very impressive! She is a responsible and and responds within 24 hours.”
“Fantastic experience with Beth! She was exceptionally patient, listened to our needs, and gave us clear, actionable advice. She took the time to address all our concerns and made us feel very comfortable. We look forward to working with her more in the future for our dog’s training and eventually for a new cat!”
About: I’m a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) specializing in working with reactive, anxious, and easily overstimulated dogs, especially on walks and in everyday environments. I focus on setting dogs up for success by working at a distance they can handle, rather than pushing them into situations that overwhelm them. Sessions are practical and tailored to your dog, with clear guidance so you know exactly what to do between sessions. I also include video and explanation so you can see the work in action and feel confident continuing it on your own.
About: I am GoodPup Trainer Certified and have completed a hands-on apprenticeship, giving me both the technical knowledge and real-world experience needed to help dogs and their humans succeed. My training style is positive, clear, and tailored to each dog, focusing on building strong communication, confidence, and good behavior that lasts. I’ve worked with dogs of many ages, temperaments, and energy levels — from puppies learning the basics to adult dogs needing structure, manners, or behavior support.
“Rachel/Xiangmin is a good trainer we talked through the app then transfer to WeChat since we both found out that we’re Chinese and it was easier to communicate there. She gives us a guide on training and what needs to be taught by everyone around my puppy so he knows and get used to it! Will always check in on us every week even if we didn’t book an appointment!”
“Megan has been working with pets for 11 years she always puts the dogs interests first and uses them to her advantage in training, if the dog is food motivated they will get a ton of treats with high value, if the dog is attention motivated they pet lots of praise and attention.”
“Very good session with Alexis. We had a long consult prior to our first session. Alexis gave us a lot of good information and insights into our new rescue pup. She followed up with written notes and directions.”
“It was so great to have the advice and guidance in managing my smart, tricky, teenager pup! She has immediately responded to the new guidance and ideas. Would 1000% recommend Taylor for anyone and their pups!”
“We can't recommend Christina from Tails Dog Training highly enough! Our weekly sessions are a highlight. She has a remarkable understanding of dog psychology, turning training into fun, engaging games we all enjoy. Christina's prepared a structured plan with achievable weekly goals, but also offers optional "stretch" games when we're feeling ambitious. Most importantly, she's realistic about training a small puppy in our busy family and is always incredibly positive and encouraging. If you want a knowledgeable and effective dog trainer, look no further!”
“Lanyao is a professional, responsible and loving dog trainer. I started to take Lanyao’s class shortly after adopting my dog. I knew nothing about dog training and ways of communicating with dogs at the beginning. She taught us patiently from simply sitting to waiting with distractions. I’ve asked so many questions about dog behaviors and she’s always so nice to explain everything in detail. My dog is always so happy to see her and play with her. I would definitely recommend Lanyao if any of my friends are interested in dog training!”
“Sasha has been helping us get our standard poodle through some basic training work and has also been guiding us on ways to start work on service dog skills. She is very patient with us (we are complete beginners) and has offered a lot of insights into dog psychology and what might be behind some of the behaviors we are seeing. For every new skill, she offers multiple approaches to tackle the situation. She has also been very flexible about scheduling appointments. Her warmth and kindness are very evident. I can't recommend her highly enough!”
About: I am a positive reinforcement, force-free trainer. I’m certified through the Karen Pryor Academy. I’m a former service dog trainer and current zookeeper, so I have experience training a wide variety of animals effectively without any aversive training methods.
About: I founded Lotus Dog Training in 2021. As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) with a degree in Education and Behavioral Neuroscience, I ground my work in both learning theory and canine behavior science. These foundations guide my teaching style with human clients and allow me to create training plans that support both the dog and their parents as a team. My approach is holistic, adaptable, and centered on understanding the “why” behind the behavior.
“Maria was able to step in immediately and identify the issues our puppy was facing and give us easily actionable projects to work on. She answered all our questions and has a great plan for moving forward.”
“Hannah was really great at our training session with our newly adopted pup. She's very knowledgeable about different ways of training and very good at connecting with our dog. Also, great at explaining things very clearly and teaching us how to work with our pup. And her follow up is very appreciated and helpful as well.”
“Alison is an attentive and knowledgeable trainer. We had our first session and already came away with some basic steps to help our terrier, Bodie. We’d happily recommend Alison for training your pup!”
About: Tracy received a MS in Clinical Animal Behavior from the University of Edinburgh School of Veterinary Studies. She received her first dog training certification through the Northwest School of Canine Studies. She is also a Fear-Free certified trainer. Tracy uses force-free, reward-based training methods that set dogs up for success. She believes effective training builds communication between dogs and their humans. She does not use choke or prong collars, e-collars, or other common training tools that create fear or pain. Instead, she promotes front-attach harnesses, patience, and humor.
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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 Kirkland.
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 Kirkland 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.
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