The Best Dog Trainers in Boston, MA of 2026

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

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  Maura Porter

  CPDT-KA, Mt Ida College Dog Trainer Certification graduate

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

  South Shore, SouthCoast, 128 area

  Trainer of Low Confident Dogs. CPDT-KA Dog Trainer. Majority of client base with low-confident/reactive strong breeds. Goal is to train with respect and strength using force-free training. Weekly Reactive Dog walks. Basic and Advanced Obedience/Command work. Therapy dog (TD) prep, TD certification, CGC testing. CS works with area rescues and shelters evaluating their dogs and creating trainin...

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  Andria Young

  International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants - Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers - Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) Certified Behavior Consultant Canine - Knowledge Assessed (CBCC) Fear Free Certified Professional (FFCP) Family Dog Mediator (FDM)

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

  Serving all of Massachusetts and beyond, in person and virtual instruction

  Andria Young is one of only ten Certified Canine Behavior Consultants (CCPDT and IAABC) in the entire state of Massachusetts and one of 200 in the world. With her additional certification as a Fear Free Professional and Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) Andria instructs all group classes, private lessons and behavior consults.
  
  When not assisting students, Andria enjoys con...

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  Victoria Montgomery

  CPDT KA

  In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training

  South Shore/Plymouth county Massachusetts

  CPDT-KA. Pawsitively obedient trainer.

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  Katie Bates

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

  Malden

  Writing about me's has never been easy. What I do know is that I love every dog I've ever come into contact with no matter the breed, creed, shape or size. I want to create a life for the families that I work with that has been made easier because they know they can rely on me. That they have someone to lean on when their dog is displaying aggressive or reactive behavior. I know that my goal in...

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  Emma Schneidkraut

  KPA CTP, CPDT-KA

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

  Haverhill, MA, Southern NH, North Shore MA

  Emma began her training career as a training and behavior intern at The Humane Society of Boulder Valley in Boulder, Colorado. Where she provided behavior modification for shelter dogs so that they could be adoption candidates. Once moving to New England she became a Training and Behavior Coordinator at The New Hampshire SPCA, where she provided training, and enrichment for shelter dogs, group ...

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  Mathew Miller

  M.S. in Canine Human Life Science CBCC-KA CPDT-KA

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

  Greater Newburyport

  I've been working with dogs since 2016 and earned my CPDT - KA in 2018 since then I've earned my Masters in canine life science from Bergin University and then earned my CBCC-KA. I originally went to school for environmental science and education at the University of New England.
  
  After adopting my dog Trapper John who was a fearful dog, I realized I wanted to play my part in restoring...

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  Janice Gifford

  CPDT-KA, Fear Free certified professional, PPG Member

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

  Dorcherster, Quincy, Milton, Braintree, Weymouth, Abington, Hanover, Norwell, Pembroke, Scituate, Cohasett, Marshfield, East Bridgewater, Halifax, Hanson, Rockland, Hingham, etc.

  I started working assisting group classes 2014 and have now devoted my career to working with dogs in many different aspects including group training, in home training, behavior modification, and shelter or rescue evaluations and training.
  
  I work full time at PAWSitively Obedient in Pembroke/Hanover, MA and also for myself at Progressive Obedience.
  
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  Meaghan White

  AKC CGC Evaluator

  Puppy dog training

  Located in Danvers, MA; but my students are usually from all over Essex county.

  I've been in the animal field for about 10 years now and am currently employed as a dog trainer at PetSmart in Danvers. I studied animal science for 4 years in high school and have a huge background of working with animals. I've worked with all sizes and breeds of dogs, cats, small animals, reptiles, birds, and fish. I also have a huge wealth of knowledge on animal health and nutrition. I offer...

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  Dory Rosati

  CPDT-KA, FPPE

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

  Seacoast of MA & NH

  Dory is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) serving the greater seacoast of MA and NH. She has a bachelor's degree in Animal Behavior from the University of New England and years of experience training dogs, cats, birds, and even tigers using clickers!
  
  Dory teaches group classes and private lessons using science-based training methods to improve the dog's behavior and the relationshi...

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  Lisa Bert

  CPDT-KA, KPA CTP, licensed educator for Family Paws Parent Education

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

  Andover, Arlington, Bedford, Belmont, Beverly, Billerica, Boxford, Burlington, Cambridge, Charlestown, Chelsea, Danvers, East Boston, Everett, Hamilton, Lexington, Lincoln, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Manchester, Marblehead, Medford, Melrose, Middleton, Nahant, North Andover, North Reading, Peabody, Reading, Salem, Saugus, Somerville, Stoneham, Swampscott, Tewksbury, Topsfield, Waltham, Wakefield, Watertown, Wenham, Wilmington, Winchester, Woburn, Salem NH

  I am the proud mom of two adult children and didn't know, when we got our first dog when the children were little, just how little I knew! My good fortune to have great trainers and mentors on the cutting edge of animal-friendly training led to a career change to teach other families who need that support. That journey began in 2004 while my children were young teens and we had one dog - adding...

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  Donna Boidi

  KPA CTP CPDT-KA Master of Education

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

  South Shore (Pembroke, Hanover, Hingham, Marshfield) and remote

  While I have always been an animal lover, my love of language and learning is what drove me to become a professional dog trainer. After graduating from New York University as a linguistics major, I completed a Master of Education in Developmental Studies at Boston University while working full-time in the field of higher education. My scholarly pursuits in language acquisition and learning theo...

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  Lauren Storm

  IAABC-ADT

  Service dog training, Puppy dog training

  I am primarily remote

  Hello , My name is Lauren Storm. I work with puppies and service dogs. I am certified through the IAABC. I want currently working on getting my CARAT certification to better place service dog puppies in future homes. I love task training and hope to someday teach scent work as well!

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  Erika Jackson

  Ccpdt- KA, IAABC Accredited trainer, CGC instructor, Do More With Your Dog Instructor, Fear Free Trainer, Fear Free Boarding and Daycare

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

  Worcester County, Essex County, Middlesex country

  Erika is the owner and senior dog trainer of Blue Dingo Dogs. Growing up around dogs and horses in the grooming, training, and show worlds it was her first group class with the family dog that solidified her love of dog training. As soon as she was able she volunteered with local dog organizations and local shelters to learn as much as possible about all facets of dog training from pets to work...

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  Jenny Efimova

  Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP), Certified Control Unleashed Instructor, and a Fear Free Certified Training Professional.

  Brookline, Chestnut Hill, Dedham, Needham, and Newton.

  Jenny Efimova (she/her) is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP), Certified Control Unleashed Instructor, and a Fear Free Certified Training Professional.
  
  Jenny is skilled in using evidence-based positive reinforcement training and behavior modification techniques that are humane, effective, and safe.
  
  As a Fear Free training professional, Jenny is experie...

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  Aubrey Sperry

  CDBC, CNWI, CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified

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

  Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, West Roxbury, Newton, Dedham, Needham, Greater Boston

  Aubrey Sperry, CDBC, CPDT-KA, is the owner and head trainer of Sit Pretty Dog Training. She is certified by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants as a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), and by Fear Free as a Fear Free Certified Trainer....

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  Shelley Harrison

  Ms, behavior analysis, kpt-Ctp, abcdb iaabc

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

  Brookline, Boston, sommerville, Dedham, Wellesley, natick

  Shelley is a certified KPA-CTP dog trainer with a Masters of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Northeastern University, and a BA from Smith College. She is also an A-Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the IAABC. Shelley is also currently working towards a CSAT certification (Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer) through the Malena DeMartini Separation Anxiety program. She has wor...

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  Donna Culbert

  CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator

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

  South Shore of Massachusetts

  I own Donna's Do Right Dogs, LLC in Weymouth, MA. I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator from the American Kennel Club and I have been in the field since 2004. I am also the Co Training Director and board member of the New England Dog Training Club in Cambridge, MA. In addition, I am member of the APDT, Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Th...

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  Carolyn Rancourt

  Puppy dog training, Agility dog training

  Rehoboth MA - Bristol county

  I have been competing in agility for over 15 years and I have had 8 dogs in those years. I have been to agility nationals three times and competed in several different venues. I am a certified canine massage therapist and have studied canine behavior and gait analysis. I have a reptuation in the community for finding what the issue is that a dog is having with their bodies and offer help or ...

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  Diane Hanley

  CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog Trainer

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

  North Shore - Essex County, MA

  I have been a dog trainer since 2013. I did a 3 year training internship with Dee Ganley in Andover, NH, learning the skills of basic dog training and dog behavior. I'm a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) thru the CCPDT since 2016 and am committed to continuing my education and using humane, non-stressful training methods. Professional memberships include the Association of Pet ...

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  Ruth Hegarty

  certified dog trainer, certified life coach, certified dog bite safety educator, certified separation anxiety trainer, fear free shelters graduate

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

  Cambridge, Arlington, Somerville, Lexington, Boston Metro

  Ruth Hegarty is the founder and owner of Creature Good Dog Training specializing in positively training adult adopted dogs so that they and their new families live happily ever after. Ruth is a certified dog trainer with a masters in education. She also holds certifications in life coaching and dog bite safety and is a Fear Free Shelters graduate. Ruth works with adopted dogs and their families...

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  Sophie Oldsman

  IAABC Accredited Dog Trainer, MS in Behavior Analysis, Fear Free certified

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

  waltham, belmont, arlington, winchester, lexington, needham, dedham, boston, newton, concord, weston, wayland, lincoln, wellesley, watertown, cambridge

  I am a local dog trainer who likes to educate my clients on positive reinforcement methods and the importance of force-free and fear free methods.

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