Certified Dog Trainers in New York, New York

Positive reinforcement Dog Trainer on the Upper West Side/Harlem area of Manhattan.Special experience with large breeds, rescues, and bully breeds, and experience with Service Dogs, aggression/reactivity, advanced obedience and agility. AKC CGC evaluator and certified animal reiki practitioner.

Corinna Bhasin, the driver of LovePup Training and Care LLC, is a CPDT-KA certified professional dog trainer who specializes in reward-based behavior modification and training. Based in New York City, she assists families with puppyhood challenges and addresses a range of behavioral issues in dogs of all ages. Her training philosophy focuses on reinforcing desirable behaviors, working with the underlying emotional state and motivations of the dog, and fostering clear communication between dogs and their human teams to achieve lasting, positive results.

I volunteer as a dog trainer at animal shelters near my homes in NYC, Southampton, NY and Jupiter FL and am also looking for volunteer dog training opportunities at local shelters in NYC, where I also have a home.

Hi I'm Amy! My platform, DigUp, is a trusted resource for owners to find high quality, certified care for their pets. We feature certified trainers and groomers in New York City, and hope to expand to additional service categories, including pet sitting and walking, and other cities soon!

Lisa J. Edwards, CDBC, CPDT-KA, is the best-selling author of A Dog Named Boo: The Underdog with a Heart of Gold, and Please Don’t Bite the Baby (and please don’t Chase the dogs) keeping our kids and our dogs safe and happy together." I live in New York City and see clients from New York City through the lower Hudson Valley. My training philosophy - “The best Dog/Human relationship comes through a balance of boundaries, requested behaviors, and freedoms.” I have been a professional dog trainer since 2000, CPDT-KA, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant CDBC since 2002. I am a certified Pet Partner evaluator and instructor and an AKC CGC evaluator. I split my time between private behavioral consultations and classroom instruction.

Harmony Dog Training provides private, in-home education for puppies and adult dogs in New York City and Westchester County. * Obedience training and behavior problem solving * Force-free, reward-based approach * Consultations & coaching for you and your dog as a team * Remote consultations by video chat * Leadership without Domination, Respect without Fear, Compliance without Coercion

Certified and veterinarian recommended, we provide positive reinforcement Board & Train camps, in-home and in-facility private lessons, and custom behavior programs to help your dog become a happy, confident, well-mannered companion.

Amanda Gagnon is an anthrozoologist, dog behavior consultant, and dog trainer. She has lived and worked with dog-lovers on Manhattan’s Upper West Side for more than 15-years, and she is passionate about improving the relationships between dogs and humans in her community. Amanda is unique in her approach to training, because she makes it fun and soulful while introducing people to the science and art of cross-species connection! She has a masters degree in Anthrozoology. She is certified as a behavior consultant by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She is certified as a dog trainer by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. She is a professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. She was a founding board member of Muddy Paws Rescue. She is a founder of The Riverside Dog Owner Group. She is sought after by major media outlets including; Good Morning America, Inside Edition, News Week, and Fox and Friends. She speaks worldwide at dog training events and workshops. Amanda knows that the relationship between dogs and humans is a two-way street that should be enjoyable and soulful. She is passionately committed to staying abreast of current science, theory, and application so that she can provide the very best coaching methods for the dogs and humans in her community. Amanda is the founder and training director at Amanda Gagnon Dog Training, where she teaches apprenticeship programs, conducts training programs for shelters and rescues, and researches dog-human cultures around the world. Her favorite thing to do is to work directly with humans and dogs during her group classes, private training sessions, and online courses.

Throw Me A Bone NYCPositive Reinforcement based training methods. Private lessons offered in home. Lessons include one on one training designed to suit your needs. Sessions offered are; Daycare Training, Board & Train, Day School, Home School, and individual private lessons.

Dog Training NYC is an animal training business located in New York City, servicing Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. We are dedicated to positive reinforcement techniques, helping owners and their dogs learn to understand each other better, and focusing on meeting the needs of both pet and pet parent. Head trainer Robert Hallberg, CPDT-KA, has completed a multi-year apprenticeship, and has worked as an animal wrangler on Broadway. He has experience working with with multiple species, including dogs, cats, rabbits, goats, and chickens. Aside from standard puppy training and basic obedience, Robert focuses on dogs with anxious behaviors as well as hyperarousal.

I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), a professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and a certified member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. I have been educating people and their dogs since 1996. I began my education in pet dog training and behavior problem solving at the ASPCA in New York City. I continue to educate myself in dog behavior, training methods, and ethology through hundreds of hours of workshops, seminars and lectures with such renowned experts in their fields as Karen Pryor, Dr. Ian Dunbar, Jean Donaldson, Bob Bailey, Dr. Ray Coppinger, Roger Abrantes and Pamela Reid. I have also studied wolf behavior and ethology with Dr. Eric Klinghammer, Pat Goodmann and 20+ wonderful wolves at Wolf Park in Indiana and dolphin cognition as an Earthwatch volunteer at Kewalo Basin Marine Mammal Laboratory in Hawaii. I have taken continuing education courses in Behavioral Psychology and the Neuropsychology of Behavior at the New School University in New York City. Prior to entering the field of dog training I worked as a veterinary assistant and dog groomer and have worked in the fields of communications and adult education. I serve clients in Manhattan in New York City.

KJB Dog Trainingkjbdogtraining@gmail.com

Sundog Training offers training, exercise and enrichment plans specifically tailored for urban pets. Dogs in urban settings have unique socialization needs, and we strive to build strong foundations and excellent communication between dogs and their people so everyone can enjoy the best the city has to offer!

City Smart Dog Training that is kind, effective, and professional. We offer private, in-home dog training designed to solve and prevent unwanted dog and puppy behavior. Offering sessions with and without owners present our unique training options are designed to quickly alleviate problems while creating long-term results.

Owner of Mutt Mind ModScience backed and welfare based canine behavior modificationUnleash your inner child and unlock your pup's mind through play!

Professional Dog Training & BehaviorIndividualized One-on-One Private Lessons Specializing in the Unique Challenges of Manhattan Dog Life:• Puppy Training• Behavior Modification• Real-World Urban Skills• In-Person Lessons in Manhattan• Remote Training Sessions via Zoom

Big Apple Dog School has been serving New Yorkers and their precious pooches since 2006. In addition to being a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT), Jennifer Reed is also a canine separation anxiety trainer (CSAT) and certified as a fear-free trainer. Jennifer will work in-person for issues of puppy training, adult behavior training and street reactivity, and remotely for house training and separation anxiety.

I conduct private sessions in your home, servicing Manhattan. My goal is to coach you on how to effectively understand and communicate with your dog in order to teach new behaviors or reduce unwanted behaviors - improving the quality of your lives together. I am also a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT) and Family Paws Parent Educator (FFPE). Puppies and dogs of all ages and breeds welcomed.

Positive Reinforcement dog training in NYC!

"I provide training to dog owners and families with a focus on safety, positive reinforcement, scientifically grounded methods and fun! I've logged thousands of hours with dogs of many breeds and temperaments including companion dogs, show dogs, service dogs, therapy dogs and rescues. I love working with puppies and helping owners, families and children find rewarding, age-appropriate training exercises and socialization techniques. I do not believe in one-size-fits-all solutions or harsh, cruel, ineffective methods. I strive to stay up to date on best practices and advances in the field of training and canine cognitive science. I'm an active member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, an AKC-approved instructor/evaluator and I love dogs!" -Drew Watson, CPDT-KA (For more information on the many services I provide, please check my website at www.drewwatsonpups.com)

Good Dog Behavior Consultants is a women-owned, fear free, certified NYC-based dog training company and the first to bridge the gap between rescue organizations and their unique training needs. We are dedicated to cultivating strong, sustainable, positive relationships between dogs and their caretakers through compassion, empathy, and understanding, as well as advocating for the behavioral needs of dogs and their owners through kindness, empathy, and trust. Our goal is to ensure stability and the betterment of every dog that we work with to create harmonious homes, because we believe every dog really is a Good Dog. Please reach out at www.gooddogbehaviorconsultants.com and book your free, no obligation consultation call to get started!

I am a certified professional dog trainer and behavior consultant with a focus on behavior modification, learning theory, and humane training practices. I am a graduate of the state-licensed CATCH Canine Trainers Academy two-year Master Class and earned my certification as a Canine Trainer & Behavior Consultant (CCTA) through advanced coursework and mentorship in canine behavior and applied learning theory. My work follows LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) principles, prioritizing safety, clarity, and long-term behavioral stability. I have worked with shelter dogs at St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center to support adoptability and continue to work with rescue organizations, including Peace4Paws. I previously served as a senior dog trainer and behavior consultant at Biscuits & Bath, where I specialized in anxiety, reactivity, impulse control, and supporting dogs navigating the demands of an urban environment.

I have been blessed to be a dancer/actor on Broadway since I was in high school in NYC. Simultaneously, I spent a decade as a volunteer for the ASPCA, vet offices, groomers, as a therapy dog team... always surrounded by dogs! Since the pandemic, I have made dog training my primary source of income and career path. I am honored to have spent time with so many incredible dogs that we share our lives/ the stage with ;), and witness how much they can do for humanity.

As a lifelong dog lover, after college I decided to pursue a career in dog training. Since 2018 I have work in a number of shelters and dog day cares in New York City. I joined an apprenticeship program run by one of Ian Dunbar's students, Amanda Gagnon, which helped to cultivate my skills and knowledge as a dog trainer. After completing the apprenticeship I began working as a member of her team. I operate in Manhattan and Northwestern Queens, offering private training and group classes. My focus is teaching basic manners and working on behavior modification in an urban setting utilizing positive reinforcement techniques. In addition to my accreditation through the IAABC, I hold the title of Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. On top of that, I am a Fear Free Certified Professional. I have also completed Michael Shikashio's Aggression in Dogs Master Course.

I currently specialize in puppy training and basic obedience. I use all positive reinforcement techniques in my training. I do not believe that physical corrections teach your puppy anything but fear. I strongly believe that there can be a success with patience and consistency. A trained dog makes a happy owner and happy home. It is my pleasure and passion in life to be a part of creating a happy family of owner and dog. I want to help you understand your dog!

I conduct private lessons in Manhattan using positive motivational techniques. I enjoy working with dogs of all ages and breeds.

I am a dog lover first, and a dog trainer second. I know from first-hand experience the difference dog training makes in the relationship between dog and owner. Without professional training it can sometimes be a frustrating relationship, but with an investment in good training a wonderful transformation will occur. My mission is to help you and your dog enjoy many happy years together.

Thank you for your interest! I am no longer conducting client dog training services and work solely with non profit organizations. However, please do check out the services of many other wonderful alumni.

Hello! My name is Abby French. I am a New York City-based dog trainer who specializes in positive reinforcement methods. Being born and raised in Manhattan, I understand the unique issues that can arise with owning a dog in an urban environment. I also understand how hectic a New Yorkers life can be! It is my pleasure to reduce that stress by coming to you for private in-home lessons.