Certified Dog Trainers in Alabama

My name is Chase Cumbie and I am a trainer at Five Freckle K9 in Montgomery, Alabama. At Five Freckle K9, we consistently and continually strive to enhance the quality of canine and human lives by enhancing the relational bond between humans and their dogs, promoting mental, emotional, and physical well-being, and celebrating all things dog. We work extensively with rescues in new homes and want the best for every dog.

Private in-home lessons tailored to your specific needsGroup Classes for Basic MannersGroup/Individual Classes for Therapy Dog WorkNuisance Behaviors Solved (jumping up, door dashing, house soiling, etc.)AKC Evaluator for AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program, CGC, Community Canine (the advanced level of CGC), Urban CGC, Video Home Manners and Trick Dog testsNational Canine Facilitator for Canines for Christ Therapy Dogs

Leah Gangelhoff owns Flint Hill K-9 Dog Training in the Greater Birmingham, AL area. In addition to being a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed and a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine - Knowledge Assessed, Leah is also a Senior Faculty Member at the National Association of Canine Scent Work and a Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI). She has owned and operated her dog training business since 2001, first in Los Angeles from 2001-2006, then in Birmingham where she is from since 2006. She assists owners in understanding their dogs more fully so that they may become advocates for their dogs struggling with behavior issues. Leah spends the majority of her current working time teaching Seminars and Competitive Coaching Groups nationally and internationally in the sport of K9 Nose Work® as well as teaching at Nose Work Training Camps administrated by Dogs of Course.

Lucky Dog Training Academy offers training in obedience and other performance sports for dogs.

Philosophy: The dogs we have invited to live with us in our homes trust us to teach then what we want them to do in a safe and friendly manner. Our goal is to help you form an amazing relationship with your dog so everyone enjoys learning. We believe dog training should never be forced; training should always be FUN! Classes Offered: From helping your puppies become socialized at a young age to basic manners to addressing undesired behaviors - Island Dog can help! Besides basic manners and obedience training, we also offer an array of "just-for-fun" classes such as Playground (for-fun agility), Agility (NADAC style skills), Gymtastic Tricks, AKC CGC, AKC Fit Dog, and "Where Is It?" - a treat based Nosework class. All group classes are limited to 6 students with an instructor & assistant. Private lessons, sensitive dog classes, and reactive dog classes are also offered. See website for details.

I have a B.A. in Sociology and Anthropology from St. Mary's College Of Maryland and have been a professional pet dog trainer for 35 years. I grew up riding horses and living with dogs, cats, birds, and the occasional reptile. My first real jobs included working for the Humane Society in Rockville, Maryland, and as an assistant manager in a well-known pet store specializing in hand-fed baby birds. I consider myself a lifelong student of animal behavior and training. In 2002, when I took all 5 of Bob Bailey's Chicken Workshops, I finally understood what it meant to say that behavior is lawful. Animal behavior across species is lawful, and principles govern it. I discovered a world of people creating excellent results in changing the behavior of many different species using Operant Conditioning. Operant Conditioning allows you to break behavior down into its smallest components. It isn't until you learn to break something down into its smallest form and master it that you can innovate and change. We haven't discovered everything possible with this technology yet, and there is a new generation of innovators in animal training out there ready to learn. This belief drives me to keep the Chicken Workshops available to anyone wanting to learn from them. The Breland's and Bailey's accomplished animal training feats at greater distances, through more significant distractions, and for longer durations than I ever thought possible. Their students have accomplished similarly amazing things in their chosen disciplines. After Dr. Bailey officially retired from giving workshops, I was fortunate enough to be able to help him with some of his historical projects aimed at preserving their contributions to modern-day animal training. A common thread throughout their legacy was the use of chickens to teach others how to change behavior. In the ‘40s they used chickens to train staff and clients such as the General Mills feed salesman who gave stage shows across the country. By the ‘90s Bob and Marian refined their exercises into traveling chicken workshops they gave the public for the first time. Bob says they looked for a better behavior model for teaching trainers for over 40 years but always returned to the chicken. I became obsessed with the "Why" As the world was shutting down due to the uncertainties that came with the pandemic, my husband and I began building a small proof of concept facility—My Chicken Workshop. The technology is too important to be shelved only to be found again at a later date. I believe in the humble chickens' power as a teacher. I believe in what I am doing. Regrettably, I never met Dr. Marian Breland-Bailey. However, I attended my first Chicken workshop in the summer of 2002 when Bob, keeping his promise to Marian, resumed teaching the workshops. They say the teacher arrives when the student is ready. I know that is true because when I met Bob I was shut down as a trainer, not progressing, not motivated to challenge myself, and definitely not reaching my potential. As hard as it must have been for Bob that summer to get back out on the road and resume teaching, something he and Marian had always done together, He was still able to recognize what I needed as a student and how to bring it out in me. It wasn't until years later that I fully appreciated how he had set up the environment in those workshops so that I felt safe enough to practice taking a risk, experience mistakes as a learning opportunity and challenge myself to improve. Bob understands the power of motivation on a level most of us do not. The way he set up his workshops met people exactly where they were, and if they were open and ready, the student blossomed. Seeing that was infectious in a good way to me. Had I told my younger self that when I was 56 I would pour my savings into a chicken workshop in my backyard, I would have thought myself crazy… yet here I am! There isn't a day that I don't draw inspiration from Marian. I think of the hours she spent in the barn in Minnesota, keeping data on all the animals she and Keller were training and observing, or the long hours she spent in the car with Bob as they traveled from town to town or base to base using the shorthand she had come up with to keep notes on their discussions. I think of how, even though Marian started as a psychology student of Skinner in the ‘40s, her fulfilling family life and passion for application and innovation got in the way. Marian finally got her Ph.D. when she was 58 and taught college-level classes and chicken workshops into her ‘80s. I think of all the fantastic students she watched grow and change. Suddenly, what I am doing doesn't seem that crazy after all. My Chicken Workshops are just the latest iteration in a long history of chicken workshops developed to teach people how to change behavior. I don't know how long I will be lucky enough to do this, but I hope long enough to pass the torch to the next passionate person to continue such meaningful work.

Alabama Dog Academy offers training and lifestyle services to help you and your dog achieve the important things in life: comfort, companionship, and fun! Elizabeth provides private, in home training packages for the family dog, as well as specialized packages for behavior issues and even service dog training!

Owner/Trainer The Dogs View, Huntsville AL - specializing in reward based training for all ages and all breeds. Group, Private, In home obedience and behavior issue training. Graduated with honors from the Animal Behavior College as an educationally certified dog obedience instructor.

Love Them Train Them LLC offers both private and group obedience instruction in the greater Birmingham area, including downtown B'ham, Vestavia Hills, Alabaster, and Inverness, and surrounding communities.

Dog Training, In home lessons, Behavior Modification, Basic Obedience, Intermediate Training,Aggression, Fear , Anxiety

I believe the most effective way to strengthen the bond between human and dog is through efficient communication. The road of communication is a two-way street. This requires an empathic approach from us to understand how our animals perceive the world around them. I believe that creating opportunities for our dogs to make choices, right and wrong, is the most impactful way for them to learn and become confident decision makers. We as humans have a tendency to micro-manage. Instead, if we are patient and consistent with our interactions, the bond we have with our animals will continue to grow exponentially over time.

Pawsitive Results Dog Training in Opelika AL is the place to come for all your doggy dilemmas. Trainer Karlene Turkington has been training dogs for nearly 30 years. She will work with you and your dog on whatever you need to know, from basic home manners through competition obedience, therapy dog training, Service Dog training or behavior modification. Through either private lessons or group classes, you and your dog will learn to communicate better and work together to accomplish your goals. Karlene will utilize her many years of experience to find solutions for you. In addition to being a CPDT-KA, Karlene holds professional memberships in the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) and International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP). She is an Evaluator for all levels of the AKC Canine Good Citizen family, and a STAR Puppy Instructor. She is an APDT C.L.A.S.S. Evaluator, a Therapy Pets Unlimited Evaluator, and a Certified Mentor Trainer for Animal Behavior College

Laurie Tuttle Dog Training LLC - A well trained dog starts at the human end of the leash.Group Classes and Private Training for Basics to Behavior issues.Basic Manners, Intermediate, Advanced, and Trick training in Groups.Behavior Consulting, Behavior Modification and Training, Management skills, Body Language Education and Life Skills.

Roverchase is a full service dog care facility specializing in highly educated staff and trainers. We work with dogs of all breeds and ages. We offer specialized training for everything from basic obedience through severe behavior modification needs. We are affiliated with The Roverchase Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit providing professionally trained service dogs to individuals with disabilities.We are dedicated to creating and fostering healthy and happy relationships between dogs and people. We offer many programs specifically for people who have or are expecting children in their lives with their pets. We love providing safe and enriching relationships between dogs and children.

Roverchase is a full service training company located in the suburbs of Birmingham, Alabama. We are dedicated to scientifically based, humane, positive reinforcement methods of dog training and behavior modification. We specialize in both family dog manners and behavior modification for more complex problems. We offer private lessons, group classes, daycare training, and board and train programs. We have a wonderful team of highly experienced and certified professionals to help meet your needs on a wide variety of schedules and budgets. Please visit our website to learn more about us, our facility, our philosophy and our upcoming events!

SP/SPCA-CC, IAABC-ADT, NADOI Certified, PACCC-CPACP, IBPCA, (CPDT-KA 2001 - 2016) Instructor for Family Dog Obedience Training since 1998.

Certified professional dog trainer with 13 years experience. Additional experience included an internship with a local trainer who has over 32 years experience. Basic obedience, advanced obedience, behavioral issues, behavior modification, & puppy training with a focus on the relationship with your dog. Positive, fun learning for you and your dog, which sets your dog up for success by keeping them happy working with you & for you. Any age dog & any breed welcomed!

My name is Ashley Tate. I have been working with dogs for 13 years. I graduated from ABC in February of 2023. I am a dedicated dog trainer with experience working with a wide variety of breeds, sizes, and behavioral cases. Whether working on basic obedience, behavioral challenges, or specialized training, I tailor my methods to each dog’s unique needs. I am currently the trainer at The Dog Stop in Trussville Alabama. I helped create the training programs that are now being used at all The Dog Stop locations. I am AKC certified as a Canine Good Citizen trainer and evaluator. My approach focuses on building clear communication, trust, and structure, helping dogs and their owners develop a strong, lasting bond.

I provide basic obedience training and puppy training! I have worked for pet sitting companies and have two dogs and a cat of my own! For any other information or questions check out my website or contact me via email or phone!

My name is Darrin. I have experience taking care of dogs in different capacities. It is my goal to teach owners that there is no such thing as a bad canine, only canines that are untrained. I believe the key to success is building a relationship with the owner and there dog

I love dogs, have always loved them. I have dreamed of working with dogs my whole childhood. I am blessed and amazed that I have the opportunity to help people with their fur babies. I received my certification through Animal Behavior College in 2013. I strive to have competitive pricing and individualized plans to fit your dogs specific needs.

I have been working in the pet industry for many years and have been training dogs as a hobby for a while. I received my dog training certification in 2018 through ABC and have been working in the pet industry and training dogs ever since. Services Offered: Basic, intermediate, and advanced dog training. Problem solving. Prevention and solutions.

Hello My name is Clara. I am an Animal Behavior College Dog Obedience Instructor Graduate and have been working with an experienced Trainer for almost 1 year now, to gain more experience and be able to provide real help to my clients. I don´t shy away from dogs with behavioral issues and are always eager to find out why the dog is showing that kind of behavior while helping them and the owners in the best way I can. I am realistic about my skills and will refer my clients out to another trainer if needed. However, for basic obedience and certain behavior issues, I do feel confident to be educated and experienced enough to handle it. My own dog is very well trained, hardly ever has to be on a leash, and just earned his Canine Good Citizenship as well as his CGCA (Community Canine). We also just started Sport Rally together to proof his obedience commands even more. It is important to me that owner and dog have a loving, trusting and balanced relationship so they can be lifelong companions. Let me help you to reach your dogs full potential. Regular Dog Obedience, Potty Training, and Behavior Problems

Owner – The Barking Zone Dog Daycare opened in 2003 Owner – The BZ Franchises opened in 2009 which is our daycare model… www.thebz.com Clicker training – private and in-home training sessions – group classes and puppy classes for basic obedience

Like us on Facebook “Alexander’s Kingdom of Training” “Remember to love your dogs because they love you. Maybe not the way you want them to, like chewing up your favorite shoes or what not, but that is just love chewing. Be thankful for the time you have with them always.”

At Such A Good Dog: Owner – group, private and in-home obedience training and behavior modification training. Puppy to advanced obedience and CGC, problem solving seminars, field trips and swim classes. Certified by Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers, Certified Mentor Trainer to ABC students. At Huntsville Got Your Six: President – PTSD service dog training for veterans and their dogs.

House Rules Dog Training I offer reward-based training in group classes or private sessions as well as in-home training and behavior modification tailored to meet the individual needs of you and your pet.

Foster N’ Pets LLC offers professional pet care through education, sitting and training. Contact us about joining the foster family.

I have an in-home dog training business called Praise – Treat – Release (PTR). I travel to clients homes and work with the whole family to make sure they are all on the same page when it comes to training their fur kid. I also train service dog teams for the Train a Dog Save a Warrior (TADSAW) program. We work with veterans, service members, their families and first responders who are in need of a service dog and provide them free training all the way through PATT.

The love between owner and dog is a bond like none other. And it was the love for my dog that drove me to pursue a career in training. I’m happy to help you learn how to communicate with your dog, and help your dog understand what’s expected of him in your family dynamic. If you’re having a hard time loving your dog because of his behaviors, basic obedience training might be all you need to get on the right track! I offer private sessions using a positive reinforcement training method at Red Dog Ranch, LLC. Dedicate to the training, and your furry friend can be the well-mannered family member everyone will love!

Founder and Head Trainer of Wags ‘n Whiskers Comprehensive Pet Care