The Best Herding Dog Trainers in Cleveland, OH of 2026

Welcome to the Sniffspot list of top-rated dog trainers for Herding training in Cleveland, OH. Based on feedback and votes from our Herding training community, we've curated a list of top-rated trainers in the Cleveland area.

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  Alisa Gerasimov

  Aggressive dog training, Puppy training, Herding training, In home training

  Alisa Gerasimov is an honor graduate of the Animal Behavior College's Dog Training Program and AKC Evaluator. Alisa avidly pursues continuing education and professional development by attending APDT seminars and keeping current on research and training in this evolving field.Alisa grew up in Ukraine, where she spent years socializing feral dogs and successfully teaching them to safely coexist a...

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  “Alisa Gerasimov was a godsend to us! When she arrived, our dog Ed was continually marking around the house, he was uncontrollable on the leash, he did not focus on any of my commands, he was full of anxiety, he was fearful and somewhat hostile to other dogs and generally impossible to control. And both of my pups were gobbling their food, sometimes being sick afterwards from eating so fast. Ed now is calmer, happier, very confident, does not ever mark in the house, loves other dogs (THANK YOU FLOKIE FOR BEING HIS FIRST FRIEND!) listens to my commands and does not drag me around the neighborhood! And Django is learning through him all the good habits Alisa instilled! And she also introduced me to the “snuffle mats” which have completely changed the way they eat. She also recommended the belly belts and the front-hook harnesses, which changed my life! Both pups are so much happier in so many ways. I have owned many dogs through the years, and I can truthfully say this is the first time I felt like the training was worth the time and money spent. Alisa has an absolute gift with dogs. They instinctively trust her. She quickly becomes a safe place for them. I can’t thank her enough for her help and kindness. We will miss Alisa and her wonderful dog Flokie and our training sessions, which became fun instead of work, but still managed to correct behavior. She is the BEST!!!”

  — Emily S.

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  Andrea Johnson

  Aggressive dog training, Puppy training, Off leash training, Herding training, Deaf dog training, In home training

  Hello and welcome to our website! My name is Andrea Johnson, I am an owner and trainer here at Dog Training Elite of Northeast Ohio. I .I was born and raised in the Cleveland, Ohio area, and I am proud to call this home. I have always had dogs as pets, have always adored and admired them for their unconditional love and loyalty. I am excited to be able to help others strengthen their bond with ...

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  Tina Geffert

  Aggressive dog training, Puppy training, Herding training, In home training

  Tina's volunteer work as a docent at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is what inspired her to pursue her training certification. After watching how zookeepers applied the principles of positive reinforcement to set some very large, strong, and wild animals up for success when doing animal husbandry, she thought, 'We can certainly do this with dogs too!' Tina actively volunteers at a community dog ...

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  Leah Hendricks

  Aggressive dog training, Puppy training, Herding training, In home training

  Leah has worked in the veterinary field since 2013. She is a registered veterinary technician (RVT) working on a behavior specialization. She has worked alongside board certified veterinary behaviorists and technician specialists where she learned a lot about animal behavior and training.Leah has huge heart for senior dogs and has one of her own, a 14 year old Chihuahua named Cookie. She also h...

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  Valarie Smith

  Aggressive dog training, Puppy training, Herding training, Deaf dog training

  Hello! I am Valarie, the owner of Sits n Wiggles Dog Training. I started SnW in 2015 when I had the opportunity to move from dogs being just my passion but my career. I have been involved in dog and cat rescue since I was in college. In early 2015 I started taking classes with Catch Canine Trainers Academy with the intention to offer volunteer training services to shelters and rescues. However,...

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  Tiffany Shields

  Aggressive dog training, Puppy training, Herding training, Deaf dog training

  Hello everyone,My name is Tiffany Shields and I am the newest addition to Sits 'n Wiggles Dog Training. I will be starting the Service Dog training program with virtual sessions for those in need. To be accepted into SD training, we would need a letter from a Doctor, Counselor, or Case Manager stating you would benefit from having a service dog. We do this for legal purposes, to protect you.The...

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  Scott Purdum

  Aggressive dog training, Agility training, Puppy training, Herding training, Protection/guard dog training

  When Scott adopted Oberon in 2010, he was challenged to develop his training techniques to overcome his Cane Corso's strong aggression issues toward people. After just a few months of working with him, Oberon's aggression was tempered and his behavior was reformed through consistent and continuous work with effective training tools.Since then, Scott has further refined and developed his proven ...

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  Kerry Stack

  Aggressive dog training, Puppy training, Herding training, In home training

  Embark on a transformative journey to refine your dog's behavior with the expert guidance of Kerry Stack, a seasoned dog trainer and behaviorist boasting over 20 years of experience. Through personalized one-on-one Zoom sessions, you'll delve into the underlying motivations of your dog's actions and master the art of effective communication, and address all your inquiries regarding your dog's e...

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  Alyxandra McKenna

  Aggressive dog training, Herding training, In home training

  Alyxandra McKenna is a certified trainer through Paramount Dog Training, Associate Member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and founder of Align K9 Training. Alyx has always had a natural ability to understand dog behavior and believes helping restore alignment to dogs and owners is her life's purpose. She started fostering seven years ago to help overflowing local...

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  Sam Jessel

  Aggressive dog training, Herding training

  Hi! My name is Sam Jessel and I am a professional dog trainer. I have over 10 years of experience as a dog trainer, including 3 years serving as a commander in the Israeli K-9 special forces unit, specifically working with bomb-sniffing dogs. It doesn't matter what age, kind, or level your dog is at. Whether you are a new dog parent looking for some basic training and would like to incorporate ...

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