The Best Dog Trainers in Kentucky of 2026

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

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  Rebecca Rossi

  CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator

  Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training

  Lexington/Fayette County, Jessamine County, Bourbon Co and beyond

  After starting my career and really cutting my teeth in a big box store 15 years ago, I learned how to help people of all different walks of life. I joined the crew at Manners Matter about 4 years ago where I am able to offer a wider array of classes and help people with more challenging issues.

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  Mandy Eakins

  Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers- Knowledge Assessed Karen Pryor Academy Graduate American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Evaluator

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

  Central Kentucky area. Lexington, Nicholasville, Versailles, Lancaster and surrounding areas.

  Mandy Eakins, owner and head trainer of Manners Matter Dog Training and Daycare, is a multi certified trainer through the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers and The Karen Pryor Training Academy. Mandy is also an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and a Faculty Advisor for the Victoria Stilwell Dog Trainer Academy. Training dogs for over 25 years, she has done everything from sear...

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  Andrea Breault

  CPDT-KA

  Reactive dog training, Puppy training

  Lexington and Nicholasville

  My name is Andrea Breault. I live in Lexington, Kentucky with my husband and our animals. I have a degree in animal studies and psychology. I started my dog training career at a dog daycare and training facility in the area five years ago. When not training other people's dogs, I work with mine and enjoy pet photography.

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  Angela (Angie) Dial

  KPA-CTP, AKC CGC Evaluator, Ph.D. in Human and Community Development, Certificate in University Teaching

  Reactive dog training, Puppy training

  Lexington, Nicholasville, and surrounding areas

  When not training, I teach online fashion merchandising and design courses; I am a Master Clothing Volunteer with the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension program, and I enjoy hiking, kayaking, and traveling.

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  Devin Zimmer

  CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KSA, IAABC-ADT, Fear Free Certified Professional

  Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training

  Fayette County, KY and surrounding areas

  I have been training dogs since 2011 and have earned multiple certifications within that time. I started at PetSmart and broke away in 2014 once I hit the ceiling there. I have a soft spot for Dobermans and Belgians. I love teaching group classes and lately I've been learning the sport of Rally. My goal is to always learn and grow as a dog trainer and behavior consultant!

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  Chris Miara

  Certified Dog Behavior Consultant

  Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Agility training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

  Lexington, Louisville, Nicholasville, Paris, Georgetown KY

  I started training and showing my own dogs in 1984 and over the years my dogs have earned titles in AKC obedience, tracking, agility, tricks. I started teaching other people to train their dogs in 2000. My methods have evolved over the years and I try to keep current in continuing education. I am also a presenter for the Family Paws program. I have a Master's Degree in Behavioral Science and w...

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  Christina Wakefield

  Competed at the National level in AKC, USDAA, and TDAA.

  Protection/guard dog training

  Christina Wakefield started teaching in 1998 and her specialty is teaching Dog Agility classes of all levels, including distance skills. She's taught a vast variety of breeds from chihuahua's to great danes to mixes of all kinds. Her goal is to combine an informative and structured class, that's a lot of fun for both dog and handler. Christina has competed at the National level in AKC, USDAA,...

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  Wendy Katz

  CPDT-KA, KPA CTP, CCUI, Fear Free Professional

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

  Lexington

  My goal is to help my clients achieve harmonious, enjoyable lives with their dogs. Isn't that what we dream of when we adopt a puppy or dog?
  
  Having adopted most of my pets from shelters and rescue groups, I've experienced many of the problems and frustrations that my clients face. I know how good it feels to see a timid dog gain confidence and to see a dog learn to walk peacefully pa...

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  Wendy Taylor

  Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training

  As a child, my happy place was on the dairy farm where I grew up. There were animals to play with, and they accepted me unconditionally. In elementary school, there was this one moment ‚'this defining moment' that went all wrong and left me feeling isolated, like I couldn't let anyone know the real me inside for fear of being rejected.As a teenager, I had the opportunity to raise two litters of...

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  Jana Davis

  In home training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training

  In 2005, Jana Davis not only graduated salutatorian from Southern Indiana's Charlestown High School, but she also earned a full basketball scholarship to Oakland City University. Graduating summa cum laude with a bachelor's of Science in 2009, Jana launched into a ten-year teaching career where she instructed young people in mathematics at Meade County High School and Community Montessori.
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  Heidi O'Bryant

  In home training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Heidi has grown up with Duffy's Training philosophy her entire life. Being Matthew Duffy's daughter, Heidi has been in and around Duffy's Dog Training Center since she was old enough to walk. Heidi trained her first two dogs for Duffy's over summer break when she was just 12 years old. At 13 years old, Heidi started showing her own dog at AKC conformation competitions. At 15 years old, Heidi be...

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  Grant Foster

  In home training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Born and raised in Southern Indiana, Grant has no memory of life outside the company of trained working dogs. German Shepherds accomplished in obedience skills, formidable in their security ability, and proficient in scent detection were his everyday companions.
  
  After graduating from Floyd Central High School (ranked within the "Top Ten" schools of the Louisville Metro area), Grant wen...

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  Annie Davenport

  In home training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Annie is a breath of fresh air to our team. She can always be found with a smile and willing to help whenever she can. Prior to coming on to Duffy's and being a part of the clan, she worked on a farm, handling a lot of animals and especially working with the farm dogs. She has worked with positive reinforcement training with dogs prior to coming onto Duffy's and expanding her training style to ...

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  Heaven Stotts

  In home training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Heaven came on with Duffy's with a fresh look at dog training. She is one of our spitfire personalities. Loves dogs and is always up for the challenge in whatever she takes on. She had no prior experience before her time here and has built all her dog handling professionally while with us. This is not to say she has not been around dogs her whole life. She trained her own dogs prior to starting...

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  Scotty Poole

  In home training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Scotty Poole graduated from North Harrison High School of Southern Indiana in 2017. All through his Elementary and High School years, Scotty was a devoted Scout. He began as a Wolf Cub in 2007 and worked his way to the highest honor of Eagle Scout in 2017. Scotty earned 43 merit badges on his Journey to Eagle Scout and also served as Assistant Scoutmaster.
  
  Scotty joined Duffy's Dog Tr...

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  Kathleen Kiefer

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

  I want you and your dog to have the best possible relationship because I know this joy, and I'm inspired to share it.I've spent much of my youth learning about people and carefully honing my teaching skills to what they are today. When I took my first dog to our very first training class, I felt like there was something missing.Years went by and I found a position teaching dog training classes ...

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  John Imler

  Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training

  I've dedicated the majority of my adult life to the art of dog training, blending being a good dog steward, studying canines and developing my craft into a unique approach that's as effective as it is enjoyable. Certified, licensed, and insured, I've got the credentials to back up my passion and ensure your furry friend is in good hands.I'm not your typical super serious trainer. I firmly belie...

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  Jim Kats

  Aggressive dog training, Board and train, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training

  Jim comes to us as a former real estate consultant and territory sales director. While training his personal dogs he realized a desire to take his training skills to a higher level and began attending classes at a local dog club. He later trained at multiple OLK9 locations in Florida and Kentucky and became a certified trainer with Off Leash in 2021.

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