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Popular Seattle dog trainers
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“Madison has been working with our reactive dog for the past few months, and the progress we’ve made with her guidance has been incredible. Most recently, she helped us prepare for a visit from four family members, including two young boys (ages 4 and 8) who had very little experience around dogs. Madison came to our home and facilitated introductions, and it was by far the smoothest experience we’ve ever had introducing him to strangers. She not only helped our dog feel comfortable and successful, but she also took the time to teach the boys how to approach him appropriately, read his body language, and interact with him in ways that would help keep everyone calm and safe. The boys absolutely loved learning from her, and after she left they were excited to put her tips into practice. Thanks to Madison’s coaching, we were able to create a great environment for our reactive dog, and by the end of the evening he was happily giving everyone kisses and enjoying their company. Madison is knowledgeable, patient, and wonderful at teaching both dogs and people. We are so grateful for her help and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for support with a reactive dog.”
About: Ramya will be the trainer/behaviorist who will work with you and your dog. I focus on more than just rewards with treats; and want your dog to have fun! I use concepts from dog sports to get your dog active and healthy and work with you!
“Crystal is incredibly knowledgeable and truly understands what it means to make your puppy a cherished part of the family. If you’re looking to build trust—not fear—with your pup, Crystal is the perfect trainer. He has a gentle and intuitive approach, quickly recognizing and understanding your puppy’s behavior just by observing them. Crystal uses positive reinforcement and encouragement to guide your puppy, helping them integrate smoothly into your family. Thank you, Crystal—we love and appreciate all that you do.”
“Karen was very attentive to assessing my dog’s reactions and to the issues I was interested in focusing on. She also had valuable information about the specific breed and activities that would be beneficial. I look forward to continuing to work with Karen.”
“We would be delighted to recommend Lindsay to others on this app. We rescued a very fearful dog during the summer and we weren’t sure how to handle her. We reached out to Lindsay who help us to learn about decompression, socialization and other training methods. She was very patient and caring with our new pup. We even boarded with Lindsay while we were away for 10 days, we received daily updates and photos. Lindsay was very accommodating. We knew our dog Peggy was looked after and cared for while being trained - returning to us with more confidence on the leash, less fearful out and about, sit and down mastered, along with working on heel, wait and come. Very happy customer!”
About: My interest in dog training started from being a dog sitter and a dog owner later. I have learnt so much from interacting with these dogs including my own puppy and my own rescue dog. I want to see happy dogs and happy dog parents. I focus on long-term success and emotional well-being.
“This was our third session with Anji. She is so helpful and encouraging, which means the world to us because we are late in life new dog owners and have had everything to learn. We've had our puppy for a month and we are finally feeling more relaxed and confident that he is doing well and so are we! We highly recommend Anji.”
“Stacy was wonderful! We recently adopted a dog from the shelter who struggles with reactivity on leash. She gave us great tips and he is doing so much better in just a few days! We are so happy-thank you Stacy!”
About: I've been boarding dogs on Rover for 3 years, with 50+ happy pups through my home. Newly certified through the GoodPup Dog Training Certification program,I now offer beginner-friendly private coaching grounded in positive reinforcement and provide founding-client rate. What we work on together: • Foundations: sit, down, stay, come, and attention • Leash skills: check-ins, calmer walking, and reducing pulling • Home manners: greeting, settling, boundaries, and routine building • Pet-parent coaching: timing, rewards, and a simple practice plan
“Just moved here from across the country and started having behavioral issues with my reactive 4 year old vizsla when we started working with Catherine. She was honestly super helpful and informative. She helped me change the way I’m train him, and made it fun. He’s slowly becoming more confident and it’s amazing seeing how much he can learn. Would gladly recommend Catherine to anyone in need of a dog trainer.”
“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!”
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.
“Sessions with Kendrawerecentered on who my dog Django is, and what my specific issues with his behavior are. Very personalized and very helpful in mitigating the problems. She uses body language ( both human and dog) to communicate and she gives me specific things to do in various situations. The sessions are also about training me—to be consistent in what I ask for and to pay attention to what the dog is asking for. Kendra charges a fair and affordable rate for her time and knowledge, and she’s smart and enthusiastic. Django and I learned a lot and needed naps after our sessions!”
“Gus is a trustworthy and reliable source that I feel good consistently leaning on and I highly recommend making him a part of your dog’s training routine. I truly feel that he values my dog’s safety above all.”
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.
“Jennifer was very professional and her high level of experience and method with fearful and anxious dogs on leash was calming and encouraging for our dog. Her training tips are very logical and practical and we are experiencing positive results already after one session. She is also helping us find sensible solutions for our other dog’s indoor digging behavior that has plagued us. She is very observant and understands the behavior modification goals we are looking for.”
“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 had a great experience working with Xiangmin! She was patient, knowledgeable, and really took the time to understand both of our dogs. Chewy has been noticeably calmer and better behaved since training, and Theo has improved a lot with walking on a leash. We’ve already seen a big difference at home and on our walks. Highly recommend Xiangmin to anyone looking for a great dog trainer!”
“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.”
“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!”
“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!”
“Weronika was wonderful! So kind, so informative, and we've started seeing progress with our pup almost immediately. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone!”
About: I’m trained in positive reinforcement through Karen Pryor Academy, which means I focus on understanding behavior rather than forcing quick fixes. I create a calm, structured environment where dogs can build confidence and trust, leading to more reliable, long-term behavior changes.
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.
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.
“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 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!”
“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: 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.
“I met with couple of trainers prior to meeting Tatiana. Her dedication to help both dog and the owner, her knowledge were both exceptional! She gave me clear guidance, offered multiple solutions, and made sure I clearly understood her. I will absolutely go back to Tatiana for more training guidance and happy to recommend her to other dog owners!”
“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.”
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.
“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.”
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.
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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.
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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