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Popular Portland 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%.
“Tamara is the absolute best! We have learned so much from her in just two sessions and look forward to her continued guidance and support with our adopted dog Charlie. He responds beautifully to her positive training tips and calm demeanor. Thank you Tamara!!”
“Angyl is so knowledgeable and kind. We’ve had one training session so far and already I’m feeling more hopeful than I ever imagined about living a more peaceful life with my anxious pup. Excited to continue working with her to increase my little guy's quality of life by building his confidence.”
About: For years I've noticed other trainers offering 1-3 sessions for quick results - promising success after. The reality is, training takes consistency. We give dogs the opportunity to learn and be successful with the goals you have set! 🌲 1 Acre of Private Property: Fully secured space with high fences to eliminate outside distractions so your dog can focus. 🐾 On-Site Agility Equipment: Great for mental stimulation, building confidence, and burning physical energy. 🏡 Peaceful Neighborhood: Located in a quiet, beautiful area perfect for safe, real-world leash walking and public manners.
“J is an excellent dog sitter and trainer. She is compassionate, reliable professional and my corgi puppy loves her. She has helped work with him for basic commands. In addition, she works with training service dogs for the blind. I highly recommend J.”
“Our timid dog Tofu had trouble going outside on walks and would either shut down and lay on the ground or try to get back inside by pulling hard on the leash. Once he even pulled back so hard he slipped out of his harness. After a few sessions of training, Tofu was able to walk properly without pulling and has progressed so much since he first started. Young introduced the martingale collar to us and was very patient with Tofu who has now built up so much confidence and enjoys walking outside.”
“Alyson is the only dog trainer you will ever need. She incorporated so many useful training exercises with our dog that proved to be invaluable. She’s incredibly supportive, encouraging, makes herself available in between sessions and is an obvious expert in her field. Our dogs wanted to go home with her! Highly recommend her services.”
“We have had one session with Willow and are looking forward to the second one. She is great!!! Very patient and informative. She gave us some great tips and things to work on in between session that have already been helping. It’s also very helpful having her come to my home and see my dog and how he acts in his normal surroundings. She has a lot of knowledge and I look forward to learning everything she knows.”
“We just had our initial visit with Susana and it was a great start. She was patient, personable, and very kind with our two dogs. She seems very knowledgeable and took extra time to get to know us while identifying the specific behavior issues we need to address. We have more sessions scheduled and are happy with how things are going so far.”
“Meg did a phenomenal job during our consultation. She immediately got to work , was super thorough, and took the time to explain the finer details so we felt confident moving forward. I really appreciate how in depth and thoughtful she was, and am excited to be working with her.”
“Kelley is fantastic! We were lucky enough to book her for a consultation within the first few days of bringing home our 3y old rescue dog. She walked in with a relaxed and confident presence and Mars responded to her positively. She observed and chatted with us for a bit to understand what type of behaviors we want to work on. She had a training plan for us the next day and we had our first training session shortly after. At the first training, Kelley brought the same professional and easy presence and was responsive to what we wanted to focus on, including a last minute pivot after our priorities changed.”
About: Instead of just teaching dogs, tricks or correcting them when they're bad and rewarding them when they're good, i'm actually using dog language to help teach dogs the rules in a human household so that they can understand the similarities between pack living in a dog house and in a human house. This allows for a much deeper bond and understanding that lasts.
“Natalie was fantastic! I have often been overwhelmed and frustrated with our puppy. It’s a comfort to know we have Natalie to guide us along the way. We are so lucky to have found her. Thank you Natalie!”
“Our dog literally tap dances with excitement when he's meeting Cyrus! Seeing how they greet each other with a big hug says it all. It doesn't matter whether they are going out on adventures, having new socialization experiences, or staying together for a couple of weeks; we trust Cyrus to take brilliant care of our dog because he is always kind, empathetic, engaging, and patient with him.”
“Tina is an amazing trainer who brings an individualized approach to every training consultation. While her knowledge expands decades in both training and medical, she strives to remain up to date on the most advanced training techniques. She'll spend time not just helping you meet your goals, but getting to know you and your dog. She recognizes that every relationship is unique and she's there to support both the guardian and their companion however best she can as she recognizes it takes a village. She's definitely someone you want on your dog training team!”
“Wow, Nikki is SO great! She worked amazing with my two young huskies, which is not an easy task for most. She helped guide me in ways to build trust, train properly, management for pulling behaviors & gave me many science backed tips for feeding my dogs healthy. I look forward to applying what shes taught & having another session with her!”
About: With 20 years of professional training experience and over 25 years in dog sports, I bring deep expertise in animal body language and behavior. I’m immersed in the professional dog training community, maintaining strong relationships with local training facilities and staying up to date through certifications and continuing education. My specialty is working with sensitive and reactive dogs, understanding their unique needs, and helping them gain confidence through positive, science-based methods.
About: I combine professional knowledge with genuine compassion for both dogs and their people. I’ve dedicated years to studying canine behavior, while also recognizing that every family’s journey is unique. I don’t just teach cues — I help guardians understand their dog’s behavior and provide tools that make life easier. My goal is to support both ends of the lead with clear communication, ongoing guidance, and a safe, judgment-free space.
“Dallas is attentive and incredibly knowledgeable about dogs and their behaviors. He is kind and warm hearted perfect for the pups. He is sensitive to all dog types really a great dog soul :)”
How dog training on Rover works
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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 Portland.
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 Portland 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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