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Sitter Profile Image: Anabel C.
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Anabel C.

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Connection. Clarity. Results.brooklyn, NY
$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
56 repeat clients
3 years of experience
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Anabel Is The Truth!!! Patient, Observant, And Outspoken. She Was Able To Sense All Training Issues Cosmo Had And Needed To Work On Within A Few Minutes. She Asked Me To Clarify If Her Observations Were Correct And Each Were. She Also Offer Suggestions And Other Methods To Assist With Training. I Am So Eager To Start The Sessions, I Know Anabel Will Get My Cosmo To Learn These New Training Habits In No Time. 10/10 Highly Recommend!

Sitter Profile Image: Daniela A.
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Daniela A.

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Learning while having funBrooklyn, NY
$95
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
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Daniela has been a joy to work with. She’s very patient, understands what our dog needs, and has helped us make huge strides with some behavioral issues. She’s also done a great job preparing my husband and me to continue the work after the visits. Thanks so much!

Sitter Profile Image: Ashley C.
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Ashley C.

Positive Training. Proven Results.Clifton, NJ
$34
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
62 repeat clients
9 years of experience
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Ashley was incredibly helpful. Just had my first call and it felt very informative. Would highly recommend and plan on doing more sessions with Ashley!

Sitter Profile Image: Darina K.
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Darina K.

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Happier life with a dog you trustNew York, NY
$95
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
7 repeat clients
2 years of experience
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One session in and I can already see an improvement. Thank you😭

Sitter Profile Image: Tyray F.
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Tyray F.

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Best dog trainer at your disposaBronx, NY
$105
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
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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.

Sitter Profile Image: Holly K.
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Holly K.

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Enjoyable and successful training!Union Beach, NJ
$95
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
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Holly was so helpful and patient with my dogs. I would definitely recommend!

Sitter Profile Image: Mei Xin L.
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Mei Xin L.

Training for your whole householdBrooklyn, NY
$105
per session
4 reviews
1 year of experience

Our dog is extremely hyperactive. Before working with Mei, things felt pretty chaotic and Phoebe didn’t feel like she had an off switch. Mei taught us a “settle” cue that’s made a big difference. When things start to ramp up, we have something we can actually use to bring things back down. What stood out most is that she taught us how to handle it ourselves. She explained what we were doing and why it worked. By the end, we felt comfortable using it on our own outside of sessions. It’s made everyday life a lot easier, and I’d recommend her to anyone with an impossibly high-energy dog.

Sitter Profile Image: Nefeli S.
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Nefeli S.

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Going from Storm to CalmBrooklyn, NY
$105
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
85 reviews
24 repeat clients
2 years of experience
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My first time meeting Nefeli was very comforting. She made me feeling confident and was very patient. Even after the session she checked in with me and gave me a summary of everything I mentioned. I Highly recommended booking with Nefeli for the betterment of yourself and your pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Qing N.
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Qing N.

Science-Based Positive ReinforcemenNew York, NY
$105
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience

About: With a strong background in veterinary medical sciences and certified hands-on care, I bring a unique combination of clinical knowledge and behavioral understanding. I emphasize force-free techniques, clear communication, and tailored guidance that fit each unique family routine, keeping welfare and safety as top priorities.

Sitter Profile Image: Nora K.
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Nora K.

I Train People and Their Dogs ❤️New York, NY
$100
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience

Nora cared for my senior rescue dog Rosie, who can be very shy and anxious with new people—especially when I’m not present. Nora was so patient and gave Rosie the time and space she needed to build trust at her own pace. Nora's calm, gentle, compassionate approach helped Rosie feel safe and comfortable. By the end of my trip, Rosie was giving Nora kisses and had even climbed into bed with her! I appreciate how attentive Nora was to my dog's unique issues and past traumas, and how well she understood Rosie's needs. Nora's an animal advocate, and her love and respect for animals shines through.

Sitter Profile Image: Karim C.
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Karim C.

Unleash your dog's potentialBrooklyn, NY
$105
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
25 repeat clients
20 years of experience
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Karim is great trainer! He has so much knowledgeable about our canine pals. I can’t wait to train my pup to be come a support animals with him.

Sitter Profile Image: Hill M.
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Hill M.

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I can teach you to speak dogNew York, NY
$120
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
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Hillel had a very calm and reassuring energy around my dog, Micah. From the start, he made both of us feel comfortable and at ease during the session. He was patient and attentive without being overwhelming, which really helped Micah relax and engage naturally. The whole experience was positive for both of us.

Sitter Profile Image: Sylvia H.
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Sylvia H.

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Good Habits for Happy DogsNew York, NY
$100
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
1 year of experience
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Very helpful, informative, and my puppy loves her!

Sitter Profile Image: Ayesha A.
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Ayesha A.

Trainer with proven resultsNew Rochelle, NY
$70
per session
5 reviews
1 year of experience

Ayesha was a great help training my puppy especially as a first time dog owner. She was very patient and professional during the entire process. Ayesha’s methods enforces positive reinforcement and problem solving approach. Her instructions are clear and use easy to follow steps to practice after she leaves. I saw incredible progress in a short amount of time and my dog is now more obedient, confident, and happy. I highly recommend Ayesha as a dog trainer.

Sitter Profile Image: Tanisha T.
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Tanisha T.

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T the Dog Trainer in BrooklynBrooklyn, NY
$105
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
10 repeat clients
3 years of experience
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T was amazing! I learned so much in only one session. She was calm and patient with my dog, as well as with my dad and I.

Sitter Profile Image: Kristina S.
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Kristina S.

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Training with regular follow upJersey City, NJ
$80
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience

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.

Sitter Profile Image: Heather S.
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Heather S.

Learn to speak dog!Jersey City, NJ
$150
per session
2 reviews
5 years of experience

Heather is a very nice and patient dog trainer, when Cinnamon struggled with group sessions, she went out of her way to do one on one sessions to make sure Cinnamon had the best care. She puts your pet first and makes sure they feel comfortable and safe. I recommend working with Heather for the best care of your pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Xander B.
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Xander B.

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Trainer & Animal Reiki PractitionerQueens, NY
$150
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
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Xander did a great job assessing the challenges for our dog and setting up a training plan. Very excited to work together!

Sitter Profile Image: Margaret K.
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Margaret K.

Dogs are my favorite peopleMatawan, NJ
$70
per session
5 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience

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!

Sitter Profile Image: Arianna A.
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Arianna A.

Nurturing Furry, Friendly ScholarsBronx, NY
$100
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
6 repeat clients
4 years of experience

Arianna has been incredible with my dog, Prince! She’s been caring, reliable, attentive, and clearly passionate about what she does. I noticed improvements in his behavior immediately. She has a natural ability with dogs and knows exactly how to build trust while reinforcing good habits. Prince also loves spending time with her dog, Milan. Their friendship has been wonderful for his socialization and has helped him build confidence around other dogs in a positive, healthy way. She treats him like her own, and I can’t recommend her highly enough!

Sitter Profile Image: Anna T.
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Anna T.

Your dog is your best friendBrooklyn, NY
$150
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience

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

Sitter Profile Image: Shar K.
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Shar K.

Pawsitive Change Starts HereBronx, NY
$150
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
11 repeat clients
5 years of experience
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I recently had a zoom consultation with Shar.. needless to say she was AMAZING!!! I seeked her expertise in teaching me new strategies in helping my puppy settle into a routine. Lets just say I left with several notes! From something simple as where her wee wee pads are placed, to cognitive chew toys and simple commands Shar had answers to them all. You can tell right away she truly has a heart for animals. She stopped periodically to make sure I fully understood what she was saying, and if I didnt, she gave great examples that I was able to relate too. I am definitely looking forward to our next meeting in 2 weeks.

Sitter Profile Image: Rhoderick B.
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Rhoderick B.

Train Together. Live BetterSaint Albans, NY
$67
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
5 years of experience
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I had a great experience with Roderick! Even on the first day, my dog already showed noticeable improvements. She’s not pulling as much on walks and is becoming more obedient. Roderick was patient, knowledgeable, and explained everything so I could keep up the training at home. Highly recommend!

Sitter Profile Image: Liz L.
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Liz L.

Dog training can be fun!Queens, NY
$150
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
4 repeat clients
1 year of experience

Liz is a compassionate, brilliant person who deeply understands both dogs and the people who love them. Even a seemingly small piece of advice from Liz greatly improved my communication with my dog and had a noticeable effect. Liz is non-judgmental and takes the time to deeply understand both you and your dog. I am choosy about who I trust regarding my dog, but Liz truly loves dogs and understands what makes them tick. I could not recommend someone more highly.

Sitter Profile Image: Liia S.
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Liia S.

Clear Communication, Calm DogsFreehold, NJ
$75
per session
1 year of experience

About: What sets me apart is my focus on communication, fulfillment, and real-life integration — not just obedience commands. I help owners understand why their dog behaves the way they do and how to create clearer communication through consistency, structure, enrichment, and engagement. Rather than relying heavily on correction, I focus on building thoughtful behavior, emotional regulation, and practical skills that fit naturally into everyday life and strengthen the relationship between dogs and their humans.

Sitter Profile Image: Karen R.
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Karen R.

I Train Celebrity DogsNew Rochelle, NY
$188
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
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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!

Sitter Profile Image: Cydne M.
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Cydne M.

Create Meaningful ChangeBrooklyn, NY
$175
per session
8 years of experience

About: My goal is to empower owners. I want you and your dog to learn new skills but more importantly I want you to understand why & how these skills can benefit your dog. Change is difficult for both humans and dogs. I offer a few different options to help you get started on a better path: Single Session - 90 minute in person private Puppy Package - 45 minute sessions for 6 consecutive weeks (for pups under a year old) Behavior Package - hybrid package offering a 2 hour initial private followed by six weekly virtual check-ins to help keep you and your pooch working towards your goals

Sitter Profile Image: Elissavet M.
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Elissavet M.

Training built for you and your dogBrooklyn, NY
$150
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
19 repeat clients
1 year of experience
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Elissavet is great! So far we had two sessions with her, the first was an introduction to my dog and his environment, we addressed the most important issues my puppy is going through, he’s 1 year and 9 months, maltipoo. She gave me valuable techniques I applied in my journey of training my pet. The second was even better, that same night my dog already was learning from the techniques she showed me, we addressed so many things in this second session, every minute was worth it! Besides Elissavet is very warmth, nice and she actually listens pay attention to your concerns. I’m putting a lot of time plus effort into training my dog, that’s helping also. I recommend her 100%.

Sitter Profile Image: Yi-Hsiuan W.
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Yi-Hsiuan W.

Empowering You to Train & BondWoodside, NY
$180
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 years of experience
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Highly recommend Aisha! 🐾 Our dog, Vinnie, is a good boy but used to get extremely anxious around loud noises and broadcast, trying to run away immediately. We did 4 classes with Aisha, and she taught us how to use leash corrections and specific commands to help desensitize Vinnie and keep his focus on us. The results speak for themselves: Vinnie can now walk calmly right through a construction site! If you need a skilled, effective dog trainer, Aisha is the one to choose!

Sitter Profile Image: Madeline P.
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Madeline P.

Empowering dogs and their peopleBrooklyn, NY
$225
per session
5 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience

Madeline is great! Most importantly, my reactive dog loves her and they instantly built trust. That alone was such a win for us, but she's helped us work towards even more wins! Her training is customized to my dog's needs and she always comes in referencing science-backed training. She's helped me learn how to closely read my dog's body language and how to manage stressful situations so that my girl can succeed! She's always willing to go the extra step (bringing a stuffed dog or a friend over) to help with our training. Grem absolutely loves her!

Sitter Profile Image: Kristopher C.
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Kristopher C.

In person and Virtual trainingMineola, NY
$200
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience

About: What sets me apart is that I believe in fair training i.e. using treats and words like good, and I'll go over your dogs health.

Sitter Profile Image: Ariella L.
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Ariella L.

Raise a Calm, Well-Behaved DogQueens, NY
$160
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
103 reviews
35 repeat clients
7 years of experience
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Such a sweet and gentle soul! She was amazing with my joy and after just one lesson she left me with the knowledge to not only teach my dog a better temperament but the patience to do it! Even better that she’s local to me. 100/10 would book again!

Sitter Profile Image: Linda K.
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Linda K.

Results you and your dog will love.Cedarhurst, NY
$150
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
15 years of experience
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Linda was informative and attentive! We loved learning from her and our puppy responded greatly to her training. We look forward to seeing her again soon!

Sitter Profile Image: Courtney G.
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Courtney G.

A Positive TrainerMt Olive, NJ
$105
per session
3 reviews
10 years of experience

Courtney trained our dog from 3 months old, and now at almost 6, the results have truly lasted a lifetime. She taught him foundational commands like sit, place, recall, wait, drop it, and leash walking—something puppies definitely don’t naturally know! Thanks to her patience and positive reinforcement methods, he’s calm, respectful, and beautifully behaved everywhere we go. As first-time owners, she also taught us how dogs learn, how to train effectively, and how to better understand behavior overall. I trust Courtney completely and cannot recommend her enough.

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Cristian P.

A well rounded dog trainerQueens, NY
$150
per session
5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
7 repeat clients
8 years of experience
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Christian was great full of knowledge and valuable information on training my 4 month old Chihuahua he was very friendly and patient and carries alot of experience I was nervous about dog training and he gave me confidence in the task,I highly recommend this great dog trainer

Sitter Profile Image: Joshua L.
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Joshua L.

Comprehensive Training That WorksBrooklyn, NY
$350
per session
2 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience

Joshua has been amazing with my dog, Charlie. He uses positive reinforcement methods that have really helped Charlie make huge progress with his anxiety and reactivity. After each session, Joshua sends extremely thorough summaries with his observations and next steps, and he even does regular check-ins to see how things are going. It’s clear how much he truly cares. He’s also really flexible and easy to work with. I’m so grateful we found him!

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Frequently asked questions about Dog Training on Rover

To list on Rover, trainers must:

Pass a third-party background check

Show proof of education or certification in dog training

Commit to rewards-based training

Rewards-based training encourages dogs to offer desired behaviors by reinforcing the behavior with something the dog likes, including treats, play, or toys. Rewards-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!

No problem! When you initially contact a trainer, you will be prompted to select a proposed first session date — this is not final, and is confirmed only if both parties decide to move forward. We also recommend contacting multiple trainers to make sure you find a trainer that is the right fit for you and your pet.

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.

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Frequently asked questions about Dog Training on Rover

To list on Rover, trainers must:

Pass a third-party background check

Show proof of education or certification in dog training

Commit to rewards-based training

Rewards-based training encourages dogs to offer desired behaviors by reinforcing the behavior with something the dog likes, including treats, play, or toys. Rewards-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!

No problem! When you initially contact a trainer, you will be prompted to select a proposed first session date — this is not final, and is confirmed only if both parties decide to move forward. We also recommend contacting multiple trainers to make sure you find a trainer that is the right fit for you and your pet.

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.