The Best Dog Trainers in South Carolina of 2026

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

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  Emily Fitzpatrick

  VSA-CDT, FFCT

  Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training

  Virtual Dog Training Services

  I am a certified dog trainer through the prestigious Victoria Stilwell Academy (VSA-CDT) where I graduated with distinction. The Victoria Stilwell Academy prioritizes the use of positive training - training that takes a progressive, science-based approach to solve behavior problems. I love working with neurodivergent dog guardians with fearful, nervous, and reactive dogs.

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  Sue Conkin

  Certified Control Unleashed Instructor

  Puppy training

  Greater Greenville SC

  I have been training dogs for 25 years and have been in the current location in Downtown Simpsonville for 12 years. I have competed successfully in Agility, Rally Obedience, and Scent Work. After working with aggression and difficult dogs for years, my associate trainer and I have decided to focus our efforts on helping families raise amazing puppies.

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  Jenna Pellerito

  CCBC-KA, ABCDT, Fear free certified trainer

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

  Richland county, Lexington county

  I've been a trainer for 5 years and started my career with dogs 8 years ago working in a doggie day care. I soon became a certified dog trainer and started my first job as a behavior specialist in a shelter. I then moved on to start my own business training inside pet parents homes and coaching them towards the best life with their dog.

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  Christine Baker

  CPDT-KA, UW-AAB, SBA, FDM, FFCP, LSHC-S, AKC CGC Evaluator

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

  Carolina Bay, West Ashley, greater Charleston County

  My work & volunteer experience include veterinary medicine, daycare & boarding, animal rescue & welfare, shelter behavior & enrichment, emergency response deployment, youth programs, and working dogs. I am committed to continuing education & improvement, attending training programs, seminars, workshops, & conferences. I obtained independent, standardized certification, and am a member of mult...

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  Trish Ryan

  PMCT, Fear Free Professional

  Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training

  Horry County SC, Brunswick County NC

  Trish Ryan
  Passionate. Patient. Positive. Pet-lover. These are just a few of the characteristics that describe me. I know each dog is different, and I'll work with yours to give them the specific guidance through proven positive methods. Whether you're thinking about getting a new furry friend or already have one I provide the tools to set you and your pup up for success.

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  Anja Heise

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

  Greer, Duncan, Lyman

  I'm a speech therapist for more than 25 years and a dog trainer for almost 10 years. I have 3 kids, a dog and a cat.

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