Dog Training in Staten Island
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Popular Staten Island 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%.
“Ashley is a very kind, patient, and joyful trainer with a sunshine smile who always has a positive perspective on behavioral challenges and keen eye for catching proclivities amongst animal interactions. She has been one of my dogs’ trainer (an Australian Shepherd) for nearly three years, since she was a puppy… and during the last year has done a wonderful job helping me with my other rescue dog (a possible Beagle/Foxhound mix, also around three years old) who joined our small pack— both high~energy babies. I could go on praising this wonderful person but will sum this up by saying that I highly recommend Ashley for your pets’ needs! ✨🐾🙏🏽🤗🙏🏽🐾✨”
“Holly was very welcoming to my puppy and I. She immediately bonded with him which made training so much more seamless. Any questions I had, Holly was more than happy to help me out and left me with very helpful knowledge!”
“We had a great experience with Evgenii. He conducted a very helpful session focused on our dog’s barking, jumping, and separation anxiety. He was patient, knowledgeable, and professional, and explained everything clearly with practical tips and techniques that we can work on at home. The session gave us a better understanding of our dog’s behavior and how to manage it effectively. We really appreciate his guidance and look forward to seeing our dog’s progress. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a caring and knowledgeable dog trainer! 🐶”
“Neferli was amazing! She brought homemade treats and taught us some great basics for our puppy. She was incredibly patient and kind. Will be rebooking for a follow up appointment.”
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.
“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!”
“Ana is amazing! Kind, flexible, knowledgeable, and with great instincts. She helped shape our chaotic pup into a respectful doggy citizen. A true puppy whisperer. Please give her all your money.”
About: I employ deep attention to detail in your dog's behavior and routine along with noting what what you the owner are doing to create habits the dog is having. Good training starts with your dog but often ends with you
“Cassian has been working with my dog for the last six months, helping me solidify her basic obedience skills for service dog work. He provided structured lessons that focused on my dogs needs and was very willing to adapt each lesson based on what we struggled with. the critique and feedback he gave was always clear and concise and helped me learn not only how to train my dog, but why we use certain methods to help our dogs learn. I would recommend him to anyone looking for affordable training with a training that truly cares about you and your dog.”
“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.”
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
“Joyce and I have been volunteering together at an animal shelter for a while now. She is very dedicated to the animals and their wellbeing. She strives to make them feel more confident in their surroundings. She takes her time to explain all the steps we as parents must take to help our little ones be better and do better. She is patient, calm, understanding and knowledgeable. She lets them learn at their own pace and rewards with kind words and a tasty treat. I highly recommend Joyce for you and your pup(s).”
“As a professional dog sitter/walker, I highly recommend Liz. She’s extremely patient, trustworthy, and knowledgeable about dogs. She is a clear communicator, with a good sense of humor and I turn to her for advice often whenever I have a dog question.”
“Fantastic experience with Beth! She was exceptionally patient, listened to our needs, and gave us clear, actionable advice. She took the time to address all our concerns and made us feel very comfortable. We look forward to working with her more in the future for our dog’s training and eventually for a new cat!”
“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!”
“Heather was so patient and informative in helping my 5 month old puppy Jordie overcome her fear of wearing the harness and of another dogs on the streets. She answered all the questions I had and I feel so much more informed of what to do to help Jordie feel safe with me on walks. Thank you Heather!”
“Working with Courtney was a game-changer for our family and our Great Pyrenees, Teddy. When Teddy developed severe resource guarding and stranger aggression, we were terrified for everyone's safety. Courtney used a patient, structured, and positive approach to address the root causes of his reactivity. Thanks to her step-by-step guidance, our home is peaceful again, visitors can enter safely, and Teddy is a much happier dog. If you are dealing with severe behavioral issues, Courtney is the absolute best!”
“Annmarie has been amazing so far. We were able to do a virtual consultation with her to discuss the struggles we were having with our 3-month old puppy and make sure she felt confident she could help us and we felt comfortable signing her on, which was awesome. So far after one visit we feel we got helpful information and guidance. We look forward to scheduling additional appointments with her!”
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 Staten Island.
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 Staten Island 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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