Dog Training in San Francisco
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Popular San Francisco 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%.
“Christine is a GEM! We love her positive approach to training. Our poodle Latte is pickling up new skills and has become calmer in the home and out in public. Can’t recommend Christine highly enough!”
“Michael is fantastic! He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and thorough. He spent extra time answering all our questions, reassuring us about what we’re already doing well, and helping us identify areas for improvement. Our dog really enjoyed him and was naturally responsive to his guidance. We learned so much and will definitely be booking with him again!”
“We’ve had the absolute pleasure of working with Madeline for the past two months as our puppy trainer for our Cavapoo, Ginger. Simply put, Madeline has been incredible. When we started, Ginger was quite anxious, she was scared of new environments, unfamiliar sounds, and other dogs. We were also pretty unsure of how to help her build confidence. Madeline changed all of that. She not only transformed Ginger’s confidence, but she also gave us the tools and the confidence we needed as pet parents. She’s been warm, supportive, and always there to check in. She’d text us regularly with tips, recommendations, and encouragement, which made a world of difference. Thanks to Madeline, Ginger now feels safe and happy both with us and out in the world. We’ve seen huge improvements in her leash walking, her basic commands, her potty training, and just her overall comfort level. Ginger absolutely adores her, and we do too. We’re excited to keep working with Madeline and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and incredibly effective puppy trainer. Thanks, Madeline, for everything you’ve done for our little family!”
“Athena has been so dedicated to understanding the behaviors and dynamics of our 2 dogs, and we are so grateful she took us on. We are already seeing improvements in our pups (less leash pulling, reactivity, more attentiveness, calm, and focus), and look forward to future sessions with her.”
“The thing about training a dog I’ve found is that it takes time, patience and expertise. Maxine has all three in droves! Zappa is a smart dog but he was unpredictable and all over the place. Enter Maxine. I booked the six lessons and she got to work as soon as she saw the dog. She got him and she got us. She has that gift. These past few months have transformed our little guy into an attentive, obedient and even smarter dog. Her methods are logical and not complicated. You just have to continue to enforce them and work with your pup. We will check in with her from time to time and use her teachings for as long as we have our Zappa. We were lucky to have found her.”
“I’ve had dogs my whole life, but I realized I was speaking a different language than my rescue, Cooper. The training Perry provided wasn't just about getting him to listen; it was about building a partnership. The sessions were clear, professional, and fun. It’s amazing how much more Cooper wants to work with me now that I know how to ask him correctly. 10/10 would recommend Perry to anyone who wants a deeper connection with their dog.”
“Coralie has excellent skills when it comes to dog behavior and gets you in tune with your dog with such simple dierctions to follow. I have such a better connection with Ella now and she is eager to learn with the help of Coralie and the games taught as well. I highly recommend Coralie for a calmer, polite and higher connection with your dog.”
“Isaac is very calm, knowledgeable and patient. He gets Stella right away and listens to our needs and goal plus plab the sessions to help achieving my needs for Stella!!! I agreed to rebook the first session right after the consultation:)🐶”
“Nick is an incredible, versatile trainer with experience working with dogs of all needs. He has volunteered with rescues, fostered dogs, and handled everything from basic manners to complex behaviors like reactivity. He takes a thoughtful, holistic approach, considering behavioral, environmental, and medical factors. I’ve seen him go above and beyond to help reactive dogs not only cope, but thrive in challenging urban settings. He is knowledgeable, compassionate, dedicated, and gives 100% to every case. I can’t recommend him enough.”
“Stephanie was incredibly helpful when my dog, on steroids, needed frequent potty breaks. She introduced the Bark Potty and patiently guided him step by step, from getting comfortable standing on the indoor potty pad to using it confidently. She worked at his pace, inviting him to be curious about the pad and rewarding him for each step in the process. She only used positive reinforcement methods and also walked me through it so I could understand and continue the training on my own. My dog loved her, and I highly recommend Stephanie!”
“This was a wonderful informative session, we learned a lot. Lauri is a very skillful and experienced trainer. We will now switch over to puppy group lessons for a few months, so puppy can have early socialization. Thanks again!”
“Our dog requires special handling as a reactive dog and a personality that needs a firm and loving handler. Laura helped reinforce the 'heel' training in addition to managing our dog's high energy needs. Laura is also excellent with managing reactivity in our dog to specific objects which is where the training along with the rest of the basic commands needs to be on point. Laura's ability to care for a high energy, reactive dog and provide a structured yet loving home is par excellence. Highly recommend!”
“Chiara was a great trainer, immediately engaged with our dog, gave us so many tips on how to improve the things we wanted to address, and she was amazing. I really recommend her.”
“Met Shannon for the first time for a consultation to get some guidance on correctly training my 8w old puppy, she was helpful & provided suggestions! We tried one suggestion & it seems to be working!”
About: Over more than 15 years, I have worked with more than 5,000 dogs and their people across private training, dog care, and animal welfare. I spent nearly a decade owning and operating a comprehensive dog care and training business with a storefront in downtown Oakland, and most recently served as Behavior and Training Program Manager at one of the nation’s leading animal welfare organizations. That range of experience allows me to meet clients where they are, whether they need help with everyday manners and life skills or more challenging behavioral concerns.
“Ohr is awesome! Super kind and one of those trainers who, as you can see from the very first second, just knows dogs. Ohr was clear on our starting points, plans, and objectives for training. I had a lot of anxiety about so many things with my pup, but all of that was calmed within the first few minutes of our meeting. I feel so much more comfortable knowing my relationship with my dog is going to be secure.”
“Angelina was on time for our consultation. She listened, observed & was very attentive during the session with my rescue dog. I'm looking forward to getting a plan for next steps.”
“Mohamed is a very knowledgeable and helpful trainer! Not only did our dog learn during our session, but we did as well. He taught us how to correct every issue we discussed and more. He's very honest with his approach, which we truly appreciate. We highly recommend Mohamed for any training needs!”
“I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Nima work with dogs, and it’s clear he has a natural gift for understanding and connecting with them. His calm, patient energy puts even the most anxious dogs at ease, and his use of positive reinforcement makes training both effective and enjoyable. Nima takes the time to tailor his approach to each dog’s personality and helps pet parents feel confident and supported throughout the process. His passion for helping dogs and their people build strong, lasting bonds truly sets him apart. Any pup would be lucky to learn from him!”
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 San Francisco.
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 San Francisco 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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