The Best Board and Train Dog Trainers in Atlanta, GA of 2026

Welcome to the Sniffspot list of top-rated dog trainers for Board and train in Atlanta, GA. Based on feedback and votes from our Board and train community, we've curated a list of top-rated trainers in the Atlanta area.

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  Chelsea Murray

  CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, CTDI AKC CGC, STAR, and Trick Dog Evaluator

  Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

  I service Atlanta, Brookhaven, Chamblee, Dunwoody, and Sandy Springs with in-person services. I also offer remote coaching programs for clients all over the world.

  Every day the dogs around me bring joy to my life and I want to share that with my clients. By living a life of adventure with my dogs I have experienced how clear communication and shared passions can strengthen your relationship with your dog. I love watching my clients find that same lifestyle success as they learn to work with their dogs as teammates. I graduated from the University of Geor...

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  Yara Silva

  CPDT-KA

  Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Puppy training

  Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton, Woodstock, Kennesaw, Johns Creek, Marietta, Sandy Springs, Canton, Brookhaven, Chamblee, Vinings

  My passion is on choice based and positive reinforcement training, specially all the husbandry and care that our dogs need for their lifetime. I love seeing dogs and their people blossom as they learn how to build a bond and communication channel for life.
  
  I am a certified CPDT-KA positive reinforcement trainer and I am continuously learning through the latest research, books and confe...

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  Alex Sessa

  CPDT-KA, CDBC, VSPDT

  Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Puppy training

  Roswell, Milton, Alpharetta,Johns Creek, Cumming, Canton,Peachtree Corners, Buford, Hoschton,Dunwoody, Gainesville, Flowery Branch, Sandy Springs, Chamblee, Brookhaven,Decatur, Midtown Atlanta, Buckhead, Suwanee,Lawrenceville, East Cobb, Duluth

  Peach on a Leash owner and head trainer, Alex Sessa, (formerly Andes) CPDT-KA, CDBC, VSPDT is a pet behavior expert who has been training dogs and studying dog behavior for nearly a decade.Alex is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, a certification that requires hundreds of logged training hours and passing a comprehensive exam. ...

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  Anna Johnson

  Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Board and train, In home training, Off leash training

  Anna is the head trainer and owner of Happy Healthy Pup. She has been training animals for 20 years. She holds a Masters in Animal Science, is currently a PhD student and is CAP1 certified (competency assessed). She holds several other certifications. Including those in Canine Theriogenology, Animal Behavior, Clinical Small Animal Nutrition, and Canine Emotion & Cognition.

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  Mark Spivak

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Mark Spivak has trained dogs seriously for over 30 years. As a competitor, Mark has titled his German Shepherds in AKC obedience, ASCA obedience, and Schutzhund. In the process he has received multiple ribbons, plaques, medals, and placements, including a Regional championship and invitations to prestigious national events. As coach of the CPT Competition Team, Mark has motivated and educated n...

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  Patricia King

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Patricia King graduated from CPT's in-house training program and has passed with honors all of CPT's behavioral and obedience training examinations. Her education from CPT is furthered by her Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Georgia State University, where she made the Dean's list on eight occasions. Patricia has been a CPT Trainer for the past 24 years and has long been one of CPT's...

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  Lisa Carroll

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Lisa Carroll has trained dogs seriously for 33 years and is entering her 28th year training for CPT. Lisa Carroll has achieved 2 AKC Companion Dog (CD) titles, with both a Sheltie and a German Shepherd, and 1 AKC Companion Dog Excellent (CDX) title (including the prestigious Dog World Award and many ribbons and placements), with her Sheltie, Augie. She also has earned a Schutzhund I title with ...

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  Megan Jefferson

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Megan Sinteff Jefferson started her dog training career in 2002 as a CPT apprentice trainer at just 16 years of age. She started by observing CPT Trainers Lisa and Jeff Carroll, who were neighbors of her parents, and then by formally entering the CPT apprentice program. Megan apprenticed for two years and then graduated to become a CPT trainer. She first worked in conjunction with her parents, ...

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  Alexandra Collier

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Alex Collier has graduated from CPT's in-house apprentice training program and is certified internally to perform many types of group, private, in-home private, and boarding instruction. Since joining CPT 10 years ago, Alex has become a valuable addition to our staff.Alex graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. While studying at UGA, for 3.5 years ...

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  Meghan Markham

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Meghan Markham has graduated from CPT's in-house apprentice training program and is certified internally to train the majority of obedience and behavioral issues that we encounter during group, private, in-home private, and board training. Since joining CPT 10 years ago, Meghan's thirst for knowledge has been a huge benefit to CPT.Meghan first became familiar with CPT when she brought her Cana...

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  Melissa Nelson

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Melissa Nelson has trained dogs professionally for 8 years plus an additional 3 years as volunteer. Prior to working for CPT and upon graduation from Texas A&M University, Melissa was employed by Power Paws Assistance Dogs in Scottsdale, Arizona. While at Power Paws Melissa held the titles of Trainer and Canine Development Coordinator. Her primary duties included training service dogs for re...

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  Jeanne Hodson

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Jeanne Hodson graduated from CPT's apprentice training program and is certified to train most obedience and behavioral issues that we encounter during group, private, in-home private, and board training. Jeanne has now been training professionally for CPT for 5.5 years.Jeanne's life has been blessed with the companionship of many amazing canines. She has a special fondness for Great Danes whic...

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  Reed Santos

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Hadley Reed Hancock Santos's dog training career started early in her youth. While growing up in southwest Georgia on a 2,000-acre farm and quail reserve she routinely assisted her father and grandfather, who trained Labrador Retrievers for obedience, hunting, and bird retrieval. In addition, Reed trained Pointers and English Setters for field trials and recreation quail hunting. Concurrently, ...

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  Robin Puryear

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  CPT is very fortunate to have Robin Puryear on staff. Robin's animal training education started at 4 years of age, when she coaxed her parents to enroll her in professional horse riding lessons. Today, many decades later, she still successfully shows horses in dressage, a horse competition emphasizing obedience, precision, flexibility, and balance.Similarly, Robin's dog training education bega...

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  Ellie Dunn

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Ellie Dunn's career with animals began in 2010 while a senior in high school. Since that time, Ellie Dunn has received a diverse exposure to dog training. Her early employment history is highlighted by tenure at a dog day care, a grooming salon, a pet sitting company, and at several veterinary clinics. Ellie's experience includes dog training and roles in customer service; client communicati...

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  Ann Silver

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Ann Silver has been CPT's Office Manager for the past 15 years. Each day she comes to work, Ann brings outstanding skill, a love for animals, and a belief in CPT's mission. Ann started as a CPT obedience student. Ann and her German Shepherd, Bella, graduated from Beginner and Intermediate Obedience and Beginner and Intermediate Agility. They have also completed in-home private training.Ann was ...

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  Chrissy Mattucci

  Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Chrissy Mattucci formerly worked for CPT in Atlanta and is now opening CPT's Eugene, Oregon location. Chrissy's preparation as a dog trainer started in 2005 with PetSmart, where she completed Petsmart's corporate trainer certification program and soon became their most requested trainer in the Atlanta district. Nevertheless, Chrissy did not stop there. Since Chrissy has a personality that de...

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  Hallie Wells

  Board and train, In home training, Service dog training, Puppy training

  Hallie Wells, the owner of Lumos Dog Training and Behavior Services is a service dog and pet behavior expert, after nearly a decade of assistance dog training experience. She started her career with five years as the Puppy Program Manager for a nationally accredited service and guide dog school. In addition to being the owner and head trainer at Lumos, she is currently a pet trainer at Peach on...

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  Ali Carat

  Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training

  I have always had a passion for animals. Starting in high school, I was intent on training marine mammals, so I spent one summer volunteering at the Georgia Aquarium, got my scuba certification, and spent another summer as an intern at the Pittsburgh Aquarium. While at the Pittsburgh Aquarium, I assisted the head penguin-keeper. Then, that same summer, as I worked with a dog and horse trainer i...

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  Hannah Pemberton

  Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training

  My training journey started with my Boxer mix, Linus. When we moved into the Atlanta area from a small town he struggled to function in a busy environment. He started scent work sessions and I immediately fell in love with both the sport and the idea of training. For the last 7 years I have built experience and knowledge in teaching private lessons, board and train, group classes, and working o...

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  Livvy Shafer

  Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training

  I've grown up always having several pets (dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs, rats, mice, cats, fish, frogs) and fostered kittens for 12 years growing up. I have always been interested in animal behavior and welfare, and when I started graduate school I adopted my first dog as an adult. She came to us with severe behavior issues including human and dog reactivity, separation anxiety, and she was unabl...

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