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The Best Dog Trainers in Hickory, NC of 2026

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Aug 7, 2026

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This is a list of the top dog trainers in Hickory, NC, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.

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    Lisa Waggoner

    Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, Pat Miller Certified Trainer Lever 2

    Off leash training, Puppy training

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    Lisa Lyle Waggoner is a passionate advocate for humane, science-based, force-free dog training. She's the author of The Original Rocket Recall‚Ñ¢: Teach Your Dog to Come. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed, a Pat Miller Certified Trainer-Level 2, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, and a faculty member of the Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training and Behavior....


Welcome to Hickory’s list of top dog trainers. The Hickory, North Carolina list is based on 5 votes from the North Carolina Sniffspot community. Only the Hickory dog trainers with the top number of votes made this list. Trainers are ordered by number of votes, with Lisa Waggoner at the top of this list with 5 votes. We also counted 521 votes for North Carolina, with the remaining trainers listed outside of Hickory.

Our rankings include trainers certified by Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer and Pat Miller Certified Trainer Lever 2. They also specialize in Puppy training, Off leash training amongst other training programs.

Hickory dog trainer services include:

  • Puppy training
  • Off leash training

Behind every successful Hickory training session lies a passionate professional. Lisa Waggoner shares why they chose this path: To help others learn there was a way to train their dogs without using aversive techniques.. All 1 trainers on this Hickory list are committed to positive reinforcement.

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FAQ: Find the Best Dog Trainers in Hickory, North Carolina

Who is the top Off leash dog trainer in Hickory, North Carolina?

Lisa Waggoner has been recognized as leading dog trainer in Hickory.They excel in providing Off leash training and Puppy training and have helped numerous dogs and their owners in Hickory reach important training goals.

What services does Lisa Waggoner offer in Hickory, North Carolina?

Lisa Waggoner offers a range of services, including Off leash training, Puppy training. Their approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each dog in Hickory, ensuring effective Off leash training training.

What are the qualifications of the top trainers in Hickory, North Carolina?

Top trainers like Lisa Waggoner in Hickory hold certifications such as Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, Pat Miller Certified Trainer Lever 2. These qualifications highlight their expertise and commitment to providing the best training services in Hickory.

What is Lisa Waggoner’s top piece of advice for Hickory dog owners?

When asked for their best advice for Hickory dog owners, Lisa Waggoner shared: Building a relationship with your dog before embarking on a training journey..

Why did Lisa Waggoner choose to offer dog training services in Hickory?

Lisa Waggoner chose to provide their services in Hickory because To help others learn there was a way to train their dogs without using aversive techniques.. Their passion for helping Hickory dogs shines every day.

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