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The Best Dog Trainers in Trenton, NJ of 2024

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July 10, 2024

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

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    Jaime Caponetta

    ABCDT, ACBC-IAABC

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training

    Monmouth County, NJ

    I'm Jaime Caponetta, IAABC Certified Canine Behavior Consultant and the proud owner of Pawsome University. My most important title, however, is Mom. I have 2 small boys and 3 amazing rescue dogs, who I consider to be my actual children. I started out in 2016, working as an animal care attendant at my local SPCA. In 2017, I started Pawsome Walks - my first company that focuses on pet care with a...


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    Andrea Just

    Certified by Animal Behavior College

    Deaf dog training, In home training, Puppy training

    Mercer County

    Hometown is Hoboken, NJ. Currently living in Central NJ. I worked in corporate America for many years as a marketing manager and event planner. When it no longer was gratifying for me, I did some soul searching and followed my love for animals, especially canines. I graduated from ABC with Honors and started my own business in 2015 - Waggly Tails Dog Training. Best decision I ever made.


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    Grace Heck

    2022 UKI Master's Series National Champion, WAO Team USA 2022 Alternate

    Agility training, Puppy training

    The Hounds of Heck facility is located in Stockton, NJ. All classes, privates, seminars, and events are held at this location.

    Grace is the owner and founder of Hounds of Heck. She started in Agility with her Mixed Breed dog Riley, and now competes with 3 Border Collies (Finnick, Rue, and Ember). Grace's loves getting the opportunity to travel the world and compete with her dogs! Grace and Finnick are the 2022 UKI US Open Masters Series National Champions, and were selected as Alternates for the 2022 WAO Team USA.


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    Laura Harris

    Fear Free Certified

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

    Philadelphia, Southern NJ, Central NJ, Northern NJ

    Hi! I'm Laura. Thanks for coming to meet me! I have been training and working with animals for 23 years. I started with rehabilitating abused track horses that had come to our barn for rescue and placement. After retiring from working with horses I began to work with dogs. I have always been focused on positive experiences and outcomes for the animals I train. It is easy for us as humans to se...


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    Lindsay Chrisitnzie

    ABCDT, AKC Evaluator

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

    Suburban/ Urban/ Agricultural

    My name is Lindsay Christinzie and I've been training animals since 2012. At a young age I first set my eyes on a marine mammal trainer training with positive reinforcement in hopes to one day work with dolphins. With an educational background in Marine Biology and Psychology, I realized quickly that working with dogs could provide me so much more than marine mammals ever could. I lent my skill...


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    Lisa Deo

    CPDT-KA, CCPDT

    Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training

    Somerset County

    Volunteer St Hubert's Animal Welfare


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    LYNNE PETERMANN

    CERTIFIED DOG TRAINER

    Puppy training

    NORTHERN NJ. WAYNE, POMPTON PLAINS, CLIFTON

    The Pooky Professor was established after having trained my own reactive dog. "Pooky" had many behavioral problems as a pup such as fear aggression & resource guarding. I wasn't giving her back so I had no choice but to deal with her issues. I found I really enjoyed training & decided to persue this as a career. So I guess you could say my life has "Gone to the dogs!" Puppies do not come with i...


Welcome to Trenton’s list of top dog trainers. The Trenton, New Jersey list is based on 351 votes from the New Jersey Sniffspot community. Only the Trenton dog trainers with the top number of votes made this list. Trainers are ordered by number of votes, with Jaime Caponetta at the top of this list with 265 votes. We also counted 737 votes for New Jersey, with the remaining trainers listed outside of Trenton.

Our rankings include trainers certified by CPDT-KA and ABCDT. They also specialize in Puppy training, In home training amongst other training programs.

Trenton dog trainer services include:

  • Puppy training
  • In home training
  • Reactive dog training
  • Aggressive dog training
  • Agility training
  • Deaf dog training

Behind every successful Trenton training session lies a passionate professional. Jaime Caponetta shares why they chose this path: Big rescue advocate and I was tired of seeing many dogs euthanized because on staff trainers couldn't handle the issues. I wanted to give people hope that big behavioral issues are fixable and that rehoming isn't necessary!. All 7 trainers on this Trenton list are committed to positive reinforcement. Trusted Trenton trainer, Andrea Just, uses the following methods: I train using positive reinforcement only. After a consultation, I will email the client with a training plan, including referrals to a veterinarian and or behaviorist if necessary..

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FAQ: Find the Best Dog Trainers in Trenton, New Jersey

Who is the top Aggressive dog training dog trainer in Trenton, New Jersey?

Jaime Caponetta has been recognized as leading dog trainer in Trenton.They excel in providing Aggressive dog training and Deaf dog training and have helped numerous dogs and their owners in Trenton reach important training goals.

What services does Jaime Caponetta offer in Trenton, New Jersey?

Jaime Caponetta offers a range of services, including Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training. Their approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each dog in Trenton, ensuring effective Aggressive dog training training.

What are the qualifications of the top trainers in Trenton, New Jersey?

Top trainers like Jaime Caponetta in Trenton hold certifications such as ABCDT, ACBC-IAABC. These qualifications highlight their expertise and commitment to providing the best training services in Trenton.

What is Jaime Caponetta’s top piece of advice for Trenton dog owners?

When asked for their best advice for Trenton dog owners, Jaime Caponetta shared: No dog needs a heavy hand and every behavioral issue can be fixed with positive reinforcement!.

Why did Jaime Caponetta choose to offer dog training services in Trenton?

Jaime Caponetta chose to provide their services in Trenton because Big rescue advocate and I was tired of seeing many dogs euthanized because on staff trainers couldn't handle the issues. I wanted to give people hope that big behavioral issues are fixable and that rehoming isn't necessary!. Their passion for helping Trenton dogs shines every day.

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