The Best Off Leash Dog Trainers in San Diego, CA of 2026

Welcome to the Sniffspot list of top-rated dog trainers for Off leash training in San Diego, CA. Based on feedback and votes from our Off leash training community, we've curated a list of top-rated trainers in the San Diego area.

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  Gina Esoldi

  CPDT-KA AKC-CGC Evaluator Assistance Dogs International Crisis Response Canine Trainer - San Diego CPR - Canine Paws to Share

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

  San Diego

  In 2014 with my then companion dogs, Tebow, Scruffy and Richter, I ventured to the dog park and had a chance meeting with Sally Montruchio the founder of Next Step Service Dogs. This meeting changed my life, as Sally helped me take my passion for dogs and service to the next level. After attending just one class with NSSD I was committed to the program and excited for the opportunity to train a...

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  Ashley Cipolletti

  CPDT-KA, BA Psychology

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

  Point Loma, ocean beach, pacific beach, hillcrest, north park, South Park, downtown, little Italy, Clairemont, La Jolla, Scripps Ranch, La Mesa, Chula Vista, National City, San Diego county

  I am a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and I specialize in training former rescue and shelter dogs. I'm passionate about giving a voice to the voiceless and strive to make the world a better place for canines and their human companions.

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  Brandi Hutsell

  CCPDT-KA, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator

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

  La Jolla, Point Loma, Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, Downtown San Diego, Mission Hills, Bankers Hill, Hillcrest, North Park, South Park, Golden Hill, Normal Heights, Kensington, Tierrasanta, Mission Valley, Kearny Mesa, Clairemont, Bay Park, Carmel Valley, Sorrento Valley

  Brandi Hutsell is a co-owner and certified dog trainer with Instinct San Diego. Brandi loves using modern, evidence-backed learning techniques to help humans and dogs learn to communicate clearly with one
  another, and seeing the strong, positive relationships that grow from that mutual understanding. She is a kind, patient teacher who readily adapts her coaching and communication style to m...

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  Beth Frumkin

  Former guide dog as assistance dog trainer. Over 20 yrs experience

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

  San Diego County

  Hi . My name is Beth and I am a dog trainer and behaviorist with 22 years experience. I have trained Guide Dogs for the Blind, Asistance Dogs for the Disabled, was the puppy group leader for Guide Dogs of America. I have trained thousands of dogs privately. I have recently published a kindle book chronicling obedience and behavioral training as well as many articles. I work on the train the tra...

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  Mariah Orozco

  Board and train, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

  Fallbrook, De Luz, Rainbow & Bonsall

  A Dalmatian dog mom, furever loving training and playing with puppers!

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  Manuel Villanueva

  Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Protection/guard dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training

  Training Director, Manuel Villanueva, is one of the most sought-after dog trainers in the United States and beyond. Manuel's career started when he was just 18 years old (over 40 years of experience) and he specialized in training working breeds such as Dobermans, Rottweilers, and Shepherds. Manuel was one of the few trainers to study under Mr. Fon Johnson, a pioneer in the dog training world, ...

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  Lou Alicea

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

  Hello everyone! I'm Lou, a Behavioral Specialist at Mango Dogs San Diego, serving our vibrant city and its surrounding areas. I own a 2-year-old Belgian Malinois named Stoney. She helps me with working out behavioral issues with all my clients and she will show you how awesome your dog(s) could be. Years ago I struggled with my dog Doja, she was reactive and aggressive towards both dogs and hum...

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  Gonzalo Dremoniz

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

  Hello, My name is Gonzalo. I specialize in building happier human-dog relationships utilizing your dog's favorite rewards (toys, play, praise, food, freedom, etc.) and eliminating unwanted behaviors. My dog training sessions are about educating humans first. You will get a clear plan for your goals and learn the fundamentals of teaching/training your dog. For me there is nothing more satisfying...

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  Carol Harris

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

  Carol has loved animals all her days and has devoted her professional life to animal studies, training and behavior modification. Carol holds a certification in Applied Animal Behavior from the University of Washington and has studied under James Ha, CAAB (Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist), Ph.D., one of the foremost animal behaviorists Since the early 1990s, Carol is been a highly-regarded...

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  Michael Harris

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

  Michael earned degrees in Life and Physical Sciences, and earned the certification for Applied Animal Behavior from the University of Washington. He participates with Carol in conducting research projects with Dr. Ha, providing scientific and mathematical expertise and support. Before joining Carol as The Educated Pet's office manager, assistant trainer and behaviorist in 2012, Michael spent 30...

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  Sara Maguire

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

  Sara is a wonderful dog trainer and animal lover. She has extensive experience in specialty behavior training such as: house manners, barking, separation anxiety, fearfulness, aggression, leash reactivity and more.Sara has worked with dogs professionally for over 20 years including: competing in confirmation and obedience, preforming behavior evaluations for off-leash play, dog husbandry and ba...

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