Dog Training in New York City
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Popular New York 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%.
“Anabel is a very calm, patient and caring dog trainer. We really appreciated the advice she gave us for our puppy Luna. We learned that her behaviour is reactive and Anabel shared tips on how to desensitise her. Thank you Anabel for your kindness towards Luna.”
“Really love working with Ashley! I always look forward to our sessions together. She’s been so helpful and can tell she cares deeply about seeing our puppy improve. I’m so impressed with her knowledge and dedication. We’re already seeing so much improvement with him. And look forward to continue working with Ashely!”
“Daniela has been a joy to work with. She’s very patient, understands what our dog needs, and has helped us make huge strides with some behavioral issues. She’s also done a great job preparing my husband and me to continue the work after the visits. Thanks so much!”
“The training session with Tyray went great! My dog, Tuxedo, responded very well to his instructions which were clear and easy to follow. I’m looking forward to working with him again soon.”
“My first time meeting Nefeli was very comforting. She made me feeling confident and was very patient. Even after the session she checked in with me and gave me a summary of everything I mentioned. I Highly recommended booking with Nefeli for the betterment of yourself and your pet.”
“Our dog is extremely hyperactive. Before working with Mei, things felt pretty chaotic and Phoebe didn’t feel like she had an off switch. Mei taught us a “settle” cue that’s made a big difference. When things start to ramp up, we have something we can actually use to bring things back down. What stood out most is that she taught us how to handle it ourselves. She explained what we were doing and why it worked. By the end, we felt comfortable using it on our own outside of sessions. It’s made everyday life a lot easier, and I’d recommend her to anyone with an impossibly high-energy dog.”
“Hillel had a very calm and reassuring energy around my dog, Micah. From the start, he made both of us feel comfortable and at ease during the session. He was patient and attentive without being overwhelming, which really helped Micah relax and engage naturally. The whole experience was positive for both of us.”
“Karim was wonderful! He is clearly extremely talented and understands dogs on a deep level. He was able to help us make significant process with Darcy even in one session.”
About: I am a force free trainer who has over 5 years of dog handling experience. I tailor training plans to suit each case, monitor progress and adjust accordingly. I don't believe in forcing people into commiting to a set number of lessons, because each dogs learns at a different pace and each owner needs to balance the time committment of training to his or her unique lifestyle. I help you try to find that balance while paying as you go.
“Heather is an incredible trainer and an even better human. She’s helped me make real progress with my dog, Charlie, who struggles with anxiety and reactivity. From the start, she’s been patient, kind, and flexible—always working around my schedule and meeting me where I am. She never makes me feel judged, only supported. Charlie has improved so much. I couldn’t recommend her more highly.”
About: It’s very important to train dogs as early as my possible to utilize their innate communication possibilities to learn, desired behavior. Quality training can influence their learning ability.
“My dog Rufus loves Ian! Ian is very sweet and gentle with Rufus and only used positive reinforcement even when my dog was very stubborn. I highly recommend him!”
“Ayesha was a great help training my puppy especially as a first time dog owner. She was very patient and professional during the entire process. Ayesha’s methods enforces positive reinforcement and problem solving approach. Her instructions are clear and use easy to follow steps to practice after she leaves. I saw incredible progress in a short amount of time and my dog is now more obedient, confident, and happy. I highly recommend Ayesha as a dog trainer.”
“Margaret was incredibly thoughtful and genuinely lovely to work with. She brought fresh ideas every time we hit a roadblock and understood my dog in a way that felt both intuitive and practical. She always had a creative solution ready to go, and thanks to her approach, my dog made a ton of progress in such a short time. 10/10 recommend!”
About: I am passionate about dogs. Even before I became dog trainer I used to volunteer with ACC and ASPCA, and fostered dogs for number of NY based rescues. Not two dogs are alike, and I treat each and every dog as an individual
“Karen is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about her craft. She definitely exceeded my expectations for our first session. She is a great teacher and was very patient with all the questions we had. Highly recommend!”
“Arianna has been incredible with my dog, Prince! She’s been caring, reliable, attentive, and clearly passionate about what she does. I noticed improvements in his behavior immediately. She has a natural ability with dogs and knows exactly how to build trust while reinforcing good habits. Prince also loves spending time with her dog, Milan. Their friendship has been wonderful for his socialization and has helped him build confidence around other dogs in a positive, healthy way. She treats him like her own, and I can’t recommend her highly enough!”
“I had a great experience with Roderick! Even on the first day, my dog already showed noticeable improvements. She’s not pulling as much on walks and is becoming more obedient. Roderick was patient, knowledgeable, and explained everything so I could keep up the training at home. Highly recommend!”
“I recently had a zoom consultation with Shar.. needless to say she was AMAZING!!! I seeked her expertise in teaching me new strategies in helping my puppy settle into a routine. Lets just say I left with several notes! From something simple as where her wee wee pads are placed, to cognitive chew toys and simple commands Shar had answers to them all. You can tell right away she truly has a heart for animals. She stopped periodically to make sure I fully understood what she was saying, and if I didnt, she gave great examples that I was able to relate too. I am definitely looking forward to our next meeting in 2 weeks.”
About: What sets me apart is my focus on communication, fulfillment, and real-life integration — not just obedience commands. I help owners understand why their dog behaves the way they do and how to create clearer communication through consistency, structure, enrichment, and engagement. Rather than relying heavily on correction, I focus on building thoughtful behavior, emotional regulation, and practical skills that fit naturally into everyday life and strengthen the relationship between dogs and their humans.
“Liz helped me so much with a challenging foster dog. She is extremely knowledgable, compassionate, and will work with you to effectively communicate with your dog. She deeply understands dog behavior and so will guide you to techniques that are dog specific and that will build towards lasting connection and better outcomes for you and your dog. I would highly recommend her!”
“Elissavet is great! So far we had two sessions with her, the first was an introduction to my dog and his environment, we addressed the most important issues my puppy is going through, he’s 1 year and 9 months, maltipoo. She gave me valuable techniques I applied in my journey of training my pet. The second was even better, that same night my dog already was learning from the techniques she showed me, we addressed so many things in this second session, every minute was worth it! Besides Elissavet is very warmth, nice and she actually listens pay attention to your concerns. I’m putting a lot of time plus effort into training my dog, that’s helping also. I recommend her 100%.”
“Highly recommend Aisha! 🐾 Our dog, Vinnie, is a good boy but used to get extremely anxious around loud noises and broadcast, trying to run away immediately. We did 4 classes with Aisha, and she taught us how to use leash corrections and specific commands to help desensitize Vinnie and keep his focus on us. The results speak for themselves: Vinnie can now walk calmly right through a construction site! If you need a skilled, effective dog trainer, Aisha is the one to choose!”
“Courtney trained our dog from 3 months old, and now at almost 6, the results have truly lasted a lifetime. She taught him foundational commands like sit, place, recall, wait, drop it, and leash walking—something puppies definitely don’t naturally know! Thanks to her patience and positive reinforcement methods, he’s calm, respectful, and beautifully behaved everywhere we go. As first-time owners, she also taught us how dogs learn, how to train effectively, and how to better understand behavior overall. I trust Courtney completely and cannot recommend her enough.”
“Christian was great full of knowledge and valuable information on training my 4 month old Chihuahua he was very friendly and patient and carries alot of experience I was nervous about dog training and he gave me confidence in the task,I highly recommend this great dog trainer”
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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 New York 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 New York 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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