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Popular Seattle dog trainers
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“We are five training sessions in with Maddie. She’s a great teacher for both Rosie and us parents. She describes each command very clearly and reinforces everything with written instructions. She is super patient and just a really nice gal to work with!”
About: As a newly certified trainer, I bring the latest positive reinforcement techniques, personalized coaching, and a genuine commitment to helping every dog and owner succeed. Emphasize science-based, reward-focused training that builds trust rather than relying on fear or intimidation.
“Xiangmin is patient, reliable, and knowledgeable with dogs. She cared for our energetic Weimaraner, Gunner, while reinforcing good behavior, positive training and structure. Highly recommend her.”
“Just started training with Catherine and absolutely loved her. She has so much respect for our goals and the lifestyle we want to build with our pittie puppy. After our session she sent some great follow-up resources so we can continue to build between sessions. Can’t wait to work with her again soon!”
“My young female wire fox terrier Scout became so timid and barked at everything, following the traumatic death of her brother (and my husband). A friend introduced us to Kendra. Her holistic and compassionate approach had immediate results. After a few virtual and in-person sessions (and homework), our world is quite transformed. Both Scout and I are more courageous and joyful. Kendra isn't just a trainer, she’s a healer and miracle worker who literally saved both of our lives. We highly recommend her.”
About: I believe every dog has a wild spirit worth honouring—not through force, but through connection, clarity, and care. As a Certified Dog Trainer with a deep wellness background, my approach blends fear-free training with an understanding of your dog's natural instincts and nervous system to help cultivate calm and confidence. My methods are rooted in the belief that real training is a partnership—not a power struggle. I aim for an experience designed to honor your dogs’ instinct and build confidence and joy (and maybe five whole minutes to drink your coffee while it’s still hot🙃).
“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.”
“We definitely made the right decision hooking up with Stacy. She was casual and friendly but super knowledgeable and professional. She speaks dog and she was able to translate down to the the finest detail of what is actually transpiring in my dog's brain so that I could understand it and we can finally begin to communicate in a deeper way and I finally got that a-ha moment....I've had dogs all of my life but I've never been able to appreciate our relationship like I am now because of this new ability to effectively communicate with each other. It's really incredible. I was surprised, frankly, at how quickly the progress came. Stacey was nice enough to give us some follow-up paperwork so that if we needed to reference back to it, we could...she took the time to put this together for us later in the day, mins you, long after our session was over...that's impressive... just a great person and a great trainer. I highly recommend. Thank you, Stacey!”
“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.”
“First and foremost, Gus loves and respects all dogs. We've spoken at length not only about his approach to training and socializing his own dog, Jacks, but also about the importance of strengthening the relationship between dogs and their owners. I will entrust Gus with any puppies in my future because I'm confident he'll give them the training they need to be well-behaved, gentle, and responsive members within my family and in the community.”
“Robert has been to our house twice now and has helped us tremendously! Our two dogs, Daisy (GSD) and Gus (Super Mutt) have problems with reactivity and pulling while on the leash. Also, we have neighbor dogs that they react to and after only two sessions and practicing in between, our dogs are already changing their behavior. Well worth every penny, he's clearly an experienced trainer and completely understands dog behavior. He clearly explains instructions and makes sure he answers all your questions. Highly recommend!”
“Weronika was amazing with our new rescue dog. We have been working with her on resource guarding and noise-triggered growling and barking issues. Our rescue pup took to her right away despite being wary of strangers and our hour together was well spent working on the strategies she provided to help reduce her anxiety. She is clearly very experienced and we appreciated her guidance!”
About: I have years of experience with animals and behaviors of all kinds from wild birds to horses. I can tackle more complicated behaviors and help your family find success with your dog. I want you to bond with your dog and be able to have a conversation to meet both your needs.
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.
“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!”
“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.”
“I highly recommend Lanyao as a dog trainer. I took her class when she was at PetSmart, and it made a big difference for my reactive dog. She has great training skills and taught me practical ways to better manage my dog’s behavior. She is professional and focuses on positive reinforcement, which I really appreciate. My dog improved a lot after her class and truly enjoys working with her.”
About: I specialize in helping fearful and reactive dogs feel safer and more confident in the world. Through positive reinforcement, welfare-based training plans, I help dogs and their people live better together. I offer two ways to work together: Coaching Sessions (Trainer + Owner): One-hour sessions available as one-time, weekly, or bi-weekly packages. Hands-on, step-by-step guidance to help you build confidence and clear communication with your dog. North Seattle Home School: (4 weeks) 3 30-minute trainer–dog sessions, plus 1 transfer session each week to help you continue the progress at home.
“Tatiana was amazing. She is very well educated about dog training and care and did a phenomenal job with my very shy six month old puppy. She even taught him a new trick! I would absolutely hire her again.”
“Christina's teaching style and the way she explains the activities and their purpose is excellent. I feel like I learn so much at each session, and in a way that helps me work through the sticking points Molly and I run into in our daily life. Molly gets so excited to see Christina for training, it's the highlight of her week.”
About: I have a background in working with/training in a zoo setting with multiple species from mice to mountain lions. I have also shown dogs in the show ring and multiple of my past clients have dogs who have earned or are currently earning titles through the AKC, NASDA, Do More With Your Dog, and more.
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.
“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.”
“We were very glad to find Sasha to help us with some training for our new puppy. Sasha is so knowledgeable, patient, and kind. You can really tell she loves what she does. Sasha really took the time to listen to our questions and give thoughtful feedback as to what we could do to help our puppy learn in the important first few months of her life. We also appreciated her enthusiasm and encouraging nature. I’m sure we will use Sasha’s training services again as our puppy grows. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing any sort of dog training help! She is awesome!”
“Lee was great! She arrived right on time, was very friendly and knowledgeable, and provided helpful, practical advice on making the most out of my relationship with my two newly adopted adult dogs. I do not currently have ongoing training needs, but if I did I would have complete confidence that Lee could help me. I highly recommend her!”
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.
About: I don't just focus on rewards. I also focus on the dog's natural desires, so they learn from natural consequences. This combination creates a powerful training style where dogs learn, and what they learn is locked in for the real world.
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 Seattle.
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 Seattle 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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