Hilary & Lucas T.
“Hilary has been helping me out with taking my crazy Australian Cattle Dog/Mountian Cur mix out. She has continued to work on and help refine the skills that my dog needs to learn to be able to go out on walks and not be so reactive. Her ability to make sure he is staying focused and ensure that he has the best chance to succeed really makes me feel comfortable with her helping refine his training. She truly is incredibly talented in training.”
Alsu F.
“Alsu worked on Lily's leash walk and it has improved in just 1 session! She had issues pulling on her harness and now she's learned heel and has a more calm walk. I will be doing more training with Alsu coming up.”
Tony K.
About: Successful training, to me, isn't just a dog performing on command. It's a dog and an owner who can move through the world together as partners who are poised, respectful, confident, and calm. I should also mention that I'm not just training your dog. I'm training and coaching you, too. The owner who can read a situation and tap into a stress-tested skillset is the owner whose dog succeeds long after our sessions end.
Autumn W.
“Autumn honed her dog skills by volunteering with a local Agility Training facility, gaining first hand experience as well as access to classes. She refined those techniques fostering for Carolina Border Collie Rescue and training her own dogs for competition in Rally, Fast Cat, and Agility. She generously offers her expertise to fellow volunteers and BC owners struggling to keep up with a challenging breed. Autumn's force-free training style incorporates time tested, rewards based methods. Her quiet, empathetic manner puts a dog at ease and promotes focus and connection.”
Elise T.
“Elise has a huge heart for animals! She’s not only trustworthy, but she works really hard to make the animals feel like they’re on vacation too!”
Kerry S.
“Kerry has been instrumental in training my 1yr old hound mix! She is extremely patient and productive during our sessions and is knowledgeable on various aspects of training. She's provided a lot of resources and my dog has made lots of progress in the few sessions we've had.”
Alicia B.
“Ali is a great trainer. I love that she used positive reinforcement and she meets your and your pet where you're at. She is flexible, supportive, and very knowledgeable. My dog has had great positive changes thanks to her teachings.”
Brendan H.
About: Over a decade of hands-on experience combined with national certification as a working dog trainer for odor detection. I’ve trained dogs with real world purpose, not just basic obedience. My approach is high-energy, reward-based, and focused on making training fun for the dog. I don’t just teach commands...I build a bond. I treat every pet like an individual, adapting my style to fit their personality. Whether it’s a high-drive working dog or a family pup, I bring structure, excitement, and results.
FAQs
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.
FAQs
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.
