Joel S.
“Super helpful trainer. Worked well with my dog Snoop! Very friendly and knowledgeable and has a ton of great tips and works well with Snoops.”
Anthony V.
“Anthony is a great dog trainer. I’ve watched his passion and skill grow over the last few years to a place of expertise. Anthony has a knowledge and intuition that is unmatched and rare to find. He is always on time and courteous and a joy to be around.”
Kaitlyn K.
“Kaitie is awesome! Had a new puppy consultation with her - very knowledgeable and helpful in her approach. Highly recommend!”
Frankie S.
“Frankie was the absolute BEST. My (very big) dog began resource guarding and having insecure reactions to people out in public, and everything I read online made me feel panicked and confused about how to handle the situation. Frankie not only gave me confidence to handle the situation at home in a loving way with my pup, but was also so incredibly knowledgeable about dog behavior. I feel I understand my dog better, and she provided me with really good notes after the session that make it easy to implement. Seriously, would give 20 stars if I could.”
Olivia T.
“Olivia is an amazing dog trainer and one of the nicest people ever! When she first started working with my dog — a crazy teenage chocolate lab bursting with energy — he would barely sit still or calm down. Olivia has been so so patient and great with him, after just a few sessions (plus some great recommendations for at-home exercises) he’s already doing so much better at settling down. My pup absolutely adores her, and so do I!”
Edina J.
“Edina is great to work with, the tools she has provided me with has been so helpful with my dog.”
Christina W.
“The session with Christina went really well. Christina was friendly, great at explaining things, patient; and full of knowledge and ideas. She definitely had ideas on how to move forward.”
Hailey M.
“Hailey is one of the kindest and most trustworthy people I know, and that translates directly into the way she cares for dogs. She has a people-forward approach that makes both pets and their owners feel completely at ease. She doesn’t just train dogs — she genuinely wants to understand them. Hailey is smart, patient, and intuitive, and she treats every dog as if it were her own. I would trust her with any animal, in any situation, without hesitation.”
Traci O.
About: I chose to earn my dog training certification through GoodPup because it is a reward-based program grounded in the latest research. I believe a calm, clear, consistent and compassionate approach is the most effective way to teach dogs how to behave. Trust not fear is the foundation of any successful relationship with your pet. I’m here to support you with individualized techniques tailored to your goals, while helping you build confidence in how you approach training your dog. With your commitment, we will yield greater peace. I look forward to being your guide and trusted resource.
Dresden G.
“Just from the consultation alone we have seen a small improvement. My dog was engaging and doing things that she usually struggles with, it was surprising seeing how much she can improve in just an hour. Our dog is a rescue and struggles on many areas, Dresden has been positive and utilizes good strategies and positive reinforcement to ensure that my dog feels comfortable but learns at the same time. I will be rebooking and am looking forward to the progress that will be made!”
Anna M.
“Fantastic trainer, session was super impactful and enjoyable for both the dog and the humans”
Justus J.
“We have used Justus's services both in person and through online training. She has helped us with everything from acclimating our new puppy to addressing large behavioural issues in our high needs rescue dog. She is communicative, follows up sessions with easy to follow/reference emails, and has made us feel more confident with our dogs, and ensured that we all have a great quality of life together. Highly recommend her services.”
Emily M.
“Emily is a great dog trainer and we had a positive experience with her and lolli loved her. We worked on polite greetings in the home. With help from Emily she was able to stay calm in greeting situations, especially inside the house. We worked with Emily during one on one sessions as well as following through with provided homework to encourage appropriate behavior. Emily also helped us better manager her excited greetings by coming up with an exercise routine as well as enrichment. Lolli and I loved getting to work with Emily and it is fun seeing your dog succeed in training!”
Alexis P.
“Our family has been training with Alexis since May 2019. We started training in K9 fitness with our young agility dog and our senior dog. We adopted a 1yr old and started obedience training with him. Alexis started working on his manners, reactivity to squirrels and seeing other dogs on walks, and overall obedience. Alexis has built so much confidence in our dogs. Fitness has also built their confidence for agility by working on unstable surfaces and learning balance skills. Both dogs achieved their AKC Canine Good Citizen test with Alexis. My dogs absolutely love and respect Alexis.”
Ellie C.
About: Most of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or emotionally drained by their dog’s behavior. I don’t just teach commands. I teach owners how to understand their dog and respond strategically.
Jazz C.
“Interesting point of view on training. I am trying to put his suggestions into practice to see if it helps Jasmine is pretty well trained except when she gets over excited.”
Shir L.
“Shir is an absolutely incredible dog trainer, and working with her is life-changing! She truly cares about the whole family, not only your dog but also the humans. We started with Shir when our dog was a 7-month-old puppy and have completed dozens of sessions over the last three years. At the beginning, Shir helped us prioritize and work through challenges. We've applied her teachings to many scenarios throughout Nova's life. She's available via text between sessions, which helps SO much. With her help, Nova is a confident, well-mannered, almost 5-year-old. Thank you Another Chance Training!”
Sidney W.
“Sidney was incredible with our cat, Benji. She met with us beforehand and was thoughtful, attentive, and genuinely caring. While we were away, she sent daily check-ins with photos that gave us total peace of mind. Benji needs medication, and Sidney handled it with great care and attention to detail. She was punctual, reliable, and communicative throughout. (We never had to worry for a moment). Sidney is someone we trust completely and would recommend without hesitation. Her professionalism and kindness made the difference for us.”
Declan G.
“This is our first time ever really using a trainer.declan made the process of understanding the basics fairly straightforward and perfectly reasonable. And is teaching methods were gentle yet firm.I look forward to hiring them again for more training”
Robyn s.
“When I got my dog pumpkin he would run up to people and bark. I couldn’t take him anywhere. He was an adult rescue dog. I got from the shelter. He was half German Shepherd half pitbull. About 80 pounds. I was nervous I was going to have to surrender him back, but I figured I’d give training a shot. I knew I wanted to focus on behavioral work and not obedience training or group classes. I was super happy I found Robyn and the results were almost immediate. I can now take pumpkin out in public and he can look at people calmly and then engages back with me. Highly HIGHLY recommend.”
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.
