The Best Dog Trainers in Texas of 2026

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

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  Jennifer Caves

  Masters in Psychology, M. Psy., CGC, FPPE

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

  In person, DFW Area and Surrounding areas. Virtually, world-wide.

  I have my M.Psy, CGC, FPPE and am always soaking up continued education experiences. I have a passion for rescue and partner with many rescues locally and throughout the state to create educational programs and support their fosters and adopters. I have been working professionally with dogs for 15 years. I also run a small non-profit Sanctuary for feral dogs and cats and a few behavioral anima...

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  Caroline Mattioli

  KPA CTP, CPDT-KA

  In home training, Puppy training

  Houston, Montrose, Bellaire, The Heights, The Galleria

  I have my bachelor's degree in Animal Science from Kansas State University. I began training dolphins after college, where I got my toes wet with positive reinforcement based training. I entered the dog training world and was met with heavy aversives/punishment styles, which I did not like as I saw the fallout between both human and animal. I studied and completed my KPA CTP certification, as w...

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  Beth Berkobien

  MS, FDM, Cert. SAPT

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

  DFW metroplex

  Beth began her dog training career in Milwaukee, WI over 20 years ago after graduating with an MS in animal behavior and is also certified in separation anxiety. She started her dog training career working for a dog training school in Wisconsin teaching manners, puppy classes and competition obedience. Beth titled her Rottweiler, Elmo, to Utility Dog and her English Setter, Schmog, to master hu...

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  Nancy Kelly

  CPDT-KA

  Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training

  Pasadena, Hobby area, Clear Lake, Pearland, Friendswood, Harris County, Heights, East End, Eado, South Houston, Webster

  I've been training professionally for over 30 years. I hold a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M and will complete my master's degree in behavioral psychology in 2023. I've had my CPDT-KA certification for 10 years, meaning I had to show education, experience, and training results and pass a comprehensive exam on animal training. I've competed with my own dogs in conformation, obedience, and r...

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  Hannah Barrera

  CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator

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

  San Antonio

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  Denise Ames

  CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Accessed) CCUI (Certified Control Unleashed Instructor)

  In home training, Puppy training

  Arlington, Texas Grand Prairie, Texas Mansfield, Texas Cedar Hill, Texas Fort Worth, Texas Tarrant County, Texas

  I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA). My focus is using modern, scientifically based, positive reinforcement training techniques. Providing education to owners so that they can build a better relationship and have a well-mannered dog.
  
  I have been training dogs since 2010 while gaining extensive experience at a dog training facility that emphasis positive reinforcement...

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  Shiloh Holland

  Certified AKC Star Puppy and Canine Good Citizen Evaluator

  Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training

  Founder, Owner, Head Trainer, Rescue enthusiast, 19 years professional experienceI registered my first pets as therapy dogs REALLY early on. This does not, of course, account for any professional aspect of dog training. And being self-taught might indicate a predilection toward an activity, but certainly doesn't qualify a dog trainer. So I volunteered at the shelter as much as I could, gaining ...

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  Lily Conine

  CPDT-KA

  Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training

  Houston Heights

  I'm one of the training managers at Believe in Dog Training in the Houston Heights area.

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  Whitney Spence

  CPDT-KA

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

  Austin, Georgetown, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Sun City, Jollyville, Buda, Taylor, Cedar Park, Leander, Wells Branch, Hutto

  Whitney has always had a love for animals. When she just started high school, her family lost their last family dog and decided to adopt a dog. This is when they adopted a Jack Russell/Black Lab mix named, Hollywood. Very quickly they realized they needed help as she was very people and dog reactive. They found a trainer and it opened Whitney's eyes to the world of dog training. She began to re...

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  Sarah Alvarado

  CPDT-KA

  Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training

  I live in Troy and serve the surrounding areas including Temple, Belton, Killeen, Round Rock, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Hutto, Jarrell, and Salado.

  Sarah discovered a passion for training and behavior when she took her first dog home from a local shelter while attending Texas A&M University. Throughout college, she worked in a veterinary office. She graduated with a degree in Animal Science in 2007 and began teaching group puppy and obedience classes in 2010. In 2014 she began working with service dogs. For three years she worked with ...

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  Elizabeth Craver Faubion

  CTDI

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

  Denton, Corinth, Argyle, Aubrey, Sanger, Lewisville, Highland Village, Flower Mound

  I've been training dogs professionally for 14 years, specializing in building the human-canine connection through positive training methods

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  Lisa Corcoran

  Victoria Stilwell Academy Certified Dog Trainer (VSA-CDT)

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

  McLennan County, TX area (Waco, Woodway, Hewitt, Robinson, Lorena, McGregor, Beverly Hills, etc)

  Lisa Corcoran is the owner and operator of The Confident Hound in Waco, Texas, where she has provided force-free dog training since 2020. She is a graduate with distinction from the Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training & Behavior and holds both a bachelor's and master's degree in psychology. Not only is she qualified to understand and train your furry best friend, but she also has a deep ...

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  Pam Tobias

  CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator

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

  Austin and surrounding Hill Country

  I've been training dogs for for 8 years, all at The Canine Center for Training & Behavior. I am currently owned by a rescued German Shepherd Dog who makes me a better dog trainer every day. Our philosophy is "Life is short, have fun with your dog" I teach sports - agility, hiking with your dog, dog powered sports. I also specialize in reactive and aggressive dogs, retraining their brains to mak...

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  Stephanie Bennett

  CPDT-KSA

  Reactive dog training, Puppy training

  Houston Heights

  Stephanie Bennett, CPDT-KSA, is considered one of Houston's top dog trainers and behavioral experts, as well as one of the city's most innovative dog education and enrichment entrepreneurs, helping to create balance between mind, body, and spirit. Stephanie is recognized as Houston's original puppy expert and is the founder of the city's first all-encompassing, puppy-focused training programs. ...

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  Tiffany Baker

  CBCC-KA, LFDM-T, CCUI

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

  Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

  Tiffany is a certified canine behavior consultant as well as the founder and owner of Boss Babe Dog Training, LLC.She has been professionally working with dogs and canine behavioral modification for over 9 years. Tiffany specializes in aggression, with a focus on families with disabled pets. She is a licensed Family Paws Parent Educator, has received her title as a Certified Behavior Consultant...

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  Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison

  CPDT-KA, CCBC, CCUI, Fear Free Certified Trainer

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

  Houston Heights, GOOF, Rice Military, Montrose, West University, Midtown, Downtown, River Oaks, Inside The Loop

  Since starting my journey in animal behavior, first in Kuala Lumpur caring for abandoned dogs & cats, I've made it my mission to show pet parents just how easy it can be to solve behavior issues with the right combination of environment, detailed training plan, and guidance from a trained & certified professional.As a member of IAABC, Pet Professionals Guild, the Shock Free Coalition, and the ...

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  Payton Brewster

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

  Austin, Dripping Springs, Kyle, Buda, Bee Cave and Lakeway. Towns in Texas and Boulder Colorado in June 2023.

  Hello everyone! My name is Payton, and I am a professional dog trainer with Training Dog Elite and an American Kennel Club (AKC) Evaluator (#115019). I offer training and services for puppies, adult dogs, and senior dogs, including: 🐾 Puppy Training & Socialization 🐾 Basic & Advanced Obedience 🐾 Service Dog Training 🐾 Therapy Dog Training 🐾 AKC Testing & Evaluations 🐾 Agility Training 🐾 Nose ...

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  “I found Dog Training Elite-Austin after working with two other companies for training; and my experience with DTE-Austin has been far superior! We are working with Payton (trainer) for both obedience and service dog training. Danny (my pup) started off shy and Payton was able to develop trust with him at the first meeting. Payton has a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience when it comes to animal (and human) behavior. She is tremendously organized and her communication is outstanding! Every training session is followed with detailed notes, tips and practice techniques that make practice easy for Danny and me. I’m blown away by the progress Danny has made in such a short time – thanks to Payton, I consistently get compliments on having such a well-behaved dog. I’d recommend DTE and Payton for anything from obedience to specialized service task training… she is truly a dog whisperer!”

  — Sarah H.

  “May all-time favorite dog trainer in Austin, Texas and surrounding areas. Payton is THE BEST!”

  — Patrick O.

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  Megan Coleman

  CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified Trainer

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

  Bastrop, TX Smithville, TXPaige, TXElgin, TXMcDade, TXCedar Creek, TXGiddings, TX

  Megan Coleman is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), Fear Free Certified Professional, and an AKC Evaluator.She began her professional career with dogs after welcoming a fearful German Shepherd named Jojo into her family. Jojo's extreme level of fear led Megan to positive reinforcement based dog training, and inspired her to pursue a career in animal sheltering.D...

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  Mads Mathias

  CPDT-KA, CCDTK (Catch Certified in Dog Training Knowledge)

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

  Dallas-Forth Worth Area, Remote

  I was a musical theatre actor auditioning for broadway shows before the pandemic. During the pandemic, I walked dogs around New York City and became passionate about helping people and their relationships to their dogs. I started my education at Catch Canine Trainer's Academy and assisted group classes around the city. My first dog training job was at a reward based Board & Train facility calle...

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  Jean May

  Certified Professional Dog Trainer

  Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training

  Collin County

  Certified Professional Dog Trainer by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. AKC certified CGC Evaluator. Over 5 years full-time experience with local dog training facility - senior trainer.

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