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This is a list of the top dog trainers in Minnesota, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.
Barbara Godding
KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA, AKC-CGC-STAR PUPPY
In home training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training
Minneapolis, St. Paul and surrounding suburbs
Barbara is a Karen Pryor certified training partner, CPDT-KA knowledge assessed trainer, holds memberships in the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, Pet Professional Guild and she is a Canine Good Citizen evaluator. She is also a trainer for the Pets for Vets Minneapolis Chapter, which provides animals to Veterans who could benefit from having a trained companion pet. Her company also p...
Kari Bastyr
BS and MS in Animal Behavior, CDBC, Certified Pet Nutrition Specialist, VSPDT
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training
Minneapolis and the western suburbs
I have been working as a professional dog trainer for 30 years, and received my Master's Degree in Animal Behavior in 1995. I specialize on dogs who have bite histories or are a bite risk, fearful and shy dogs, leash reactivity, and puppy training.
Cheryl Gfrerer
KPA-CTP, TAGteach level 2
In home training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training
St. Paul and Minneapolis, MN and surrounding suburbs; Hudson and western, WI; virtual training
I founded Giffy dog in 2012 after I had spent the previous twelve years providing foster care for rescue dogs. My passion for working with dogs in the rescue community was well-established by then, but I recognized the need to refine and improve my skills with the most current, well-researched methods. In 2015, I completed the rigorous Karen Pryor Academy program and have pursued regular ongoin...
Candace (Candy) Brewer
Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, Off leash dog training, Board and train dog training
Northwest Metro Area (Maple Grove and surrounding area)
I have been teaching classes and working with clients at Cloud Nine Dog Training in Maple Grove, MN and on an individual basis. I love supporting the local dog community. I am dedicated to supporting and educating families on training manners and understanding their dog's behavior so they can live harmoniously together.
Holly Weldon-Yahnke
CPDT-KA and C-FDM
In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training
It includes, but is not limited to: Lakeville, Prior Lake, Burnsville, Savage, Shakopee, Jordan, Belle Plaine, Carver, Chaska, Excelsior, Victoria.
Meet Holly - Lead Trainer
Owner of Unleashed Behavior and Training Services
CPDT-KA and Certified Family Dog Mediator
Holly is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer as well as a Certified Family Dog Mediator. Her compassion for animals and desire to assist the humans on the other end of the leash are e...Carrie Davis
LFDM, CPDT- KA
Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training
Minneapolis/St.Paul & Suburbs including Eagan, Inver Grove Heights
Carrie has been in the dog industry since 2008. She started off in Veterinary Technician school and worked at vet clinics. She quickly turned to the study of canine behavior, and the relationship and connection between people and dogs.
Experience obtained in those early years also included: intake supervisor for lost and stray dogs inside her county, working at a small boarding facility,...Jen Laskewitz
CPDT-KSA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge and Skills Assessed) FDM (Certified Family Dog Mediator)
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training
Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Bloomington, Edina, St. Louis Park, Chanhassen
Jen has been lead training for the past 12 years, teaching group classes and private lessons. She also served several years as the Training Director for local dog rescue, A Rotta Love Plus. Jen has spent a lifetime living with and caring for a variety of animals, with almost 2 decades of experience working with animals in an 'official' capacity, volunteering in shelters and with rescues as well...
Michelle Stelzig
Certified veterinary technician
In home training, Puppy dog training
Maple Grove, Coon Rapids, Minneapolis, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Plymouth
I have been a certified veterinary technician for 15 years with a special interest in helping grow the human animal bond. Helping hams and dogs effectively communicate is my passion. I love seeing dogs "click" with their people. I am currently working towards becoming certified with the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, under the guidance of Inga From, CDBC, CPDT-KSA. I am al...
Brian Munro
CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, Certified Family Dog Mediator
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, Off leash dog training
Minneapolis-St Paul Area, Washington and Dakota Counties, Western Wisconsin
Brian Munro, owner of Leaps and Hounds Behavior, has spent the last seven years providing professional guidance and support for families and their dogs in the Twin Cities and Western Wisconsin. Prior to becoming the owner of Leaps and Hounds Behavior, he worked in animal shelter leadership positions, taught group classes, and provided behavior consulting services for clients. In 2021 he acquire...
Brit Barnhouse
Family Dog Mediator (FDM), Canine Enrichment Technician (DN-CET)
In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy dog training, Off leash dog training
Duluth, MN
I'm certified as both a Family Dog Mediator (FDM) and Canine Enrichment Technician (DN-CET), and am working toward earning my CPDT-KA through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers.
I share my life with a cattledog mix named Boris (TKI) and a border collie named Winona (CGC, TKA). Some of their favorite activities include: herding, tracking, scentwork, trick training,...Lindsay Kinney
CPDT-KA
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, Board and train dog training
Twin Cities
I always loved animals as a kid. When I got my first dog Rosie an adolescent Australian Shepherd, in 2013 I quickly fell in love with dog training. We pursued obedience, tricks, and sports. We even did some film and commercial work. In 2015 I became a dog trainer at PetSmart to gain experience teaching group classes and working with a variety of dogs. In 2016 I became a Certified Professional D...
Sara Reusche
CBCC-KA CPDT-KSA CVT
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, Off leash dog training, Board and train dog training
Sara Reusche, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KSA, CVT, AKC CGC and Trick Evaluator, UKC SPOT Evaluator (she/her) purchased Paws Abilities in 2010 after working for the business since 2004. She has turned her love of animals and teaching into a career and is dual certified as a veterinary technician and professional dog trainer. In addition to training, Sara has worked as a groomer, vet tech, dog daycare attenda...
Reiichi Hanson
IAABC-ADT, CCDT
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy dog training, Off leash dog training
Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs
My name is Rei (pronounced "ray", and my full name is pronounced "ray-ee-chee") and I live just south of the Twin Cities. My animals include: Betelgeuse the Australian Shepherd, who is my Service Dog and my best friend. We do Obedience, Rally, and Treibball! And Tootsie the African Senegal Parrot, who is a rescue from The Parrot's Umbrella. She is learning cooperative care for nail trims and mo...
Diana Waserman
ABC certified, positive reinforcement certified, ABC reactive and aggressive training certified, ABC certified in canine massage.
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy dog training, Off leash dog training, Agility dog training
Twin Cities Metro, Minnesota or remote anywhere in the continental US.
I've lived in Eagan for about 3.5 years and have been training since October of 2011 when I graduated from the Animal Behavior College (California). I did my internships with MARS (Midwest Animal Rescue) & Animal Ark. I am additionally certified in training reactive and aggressive dogs focused on getting reactive and aggressive dogs rehomed out of shelters. I am also certified in canine massage...
Jennifer Wilmes
CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, Approved Evaluator for American Kennel Club – Canine Good Citizen test
SW Metro, MN
Jennifer has been a Certified Professional Dog Trainer since 2015 as well as managed her own positive reinforcement training business. She became Certified Behavior Consultant Canine and Fear Free Certified in 2018. She is a Professional Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and a Supporting Member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She has a passi...
Ryleigh Mars
A graduate of The Tom Rose School, member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
St.Cloud, MN
From luring her childhood dog over jumps in the backyard, to raising litters of puppies for law enforcement, to competing in Schutzhund (now known as IGP), Ryleigh has been training dogs from the moment she could walk. Having a special interest in learning and behavior led Ryleigh to an endless pursuit of knowledge in the field, and how it applies not just to dogs, but people as well. A graduat...
Ashlee Meyer
CPDT-KA LFDM-T VSA-CDT
In home training
Dakota County Bloomington South Minneapolis
I have been a professional dog trainer for 4 years now and it started the same way everyone gets into dog training - with a dog who needed help. After going through multiple certifications and working with numerous dogs and people, I found my niche in helping families navigate the twists and turns of having a dog and child. From preparing for a child coming into a home to a dog struggling with ...
Denise Nord
Protection/guard dog training, Reactive dog training
Denise has been training and competing with dogs for over 25 years. She has competed in obedience with multiple dogs. She has been teaching puppy classes for over 20 years. Her obedience and puppy classes are based on proven positive training methods. Denise also trains and competes in agility, nosework, lure coursing, tracking, conformation and rally.
Jane Fallander
KPA-CTP, ANWI
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training
Twin cities metro
I have been a professional dog trainer for 15 years and a hobby trainer for 40. In my 20s I worked at an animal shelter for 9 years and love rescue dogs. My formal education includes a BS in Animal Science and Technical Communication. I'm also a Karen Prior Certified Dog Trainer and have been teaching K9 nosework for 13 years.
Kelsey Smedley
Certified Advanced Canine Training Professional (CACTP) Certified Canine Training and Behavior Specialist (CCTBS)
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, Board and train dog training
Minneapolis Apple Valley Lakeville Minnetonka Burnsville St. Paul Savage Shakopee Bloomington Eagan Edina Eden Prairie
My name is Kelsey and I own The Good Dog Co.
My goal is to educate other pet parents and give them the tools and knowledge that they need to live a happy, calm life with their dogs. Whatever your behavioral issue is, there is a solution for it as long as you are willing to do the work.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Missouri and certifications CACTP and CCT...
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Kari Bastyr
I have been working as a professional dog trainer for 30 years, and received my Master's Degree in Animal Behavior in 1995. I specialize on dogs who have bite histories or are a bite risk, fearful and shy dogs, leash reactivity, and puppy training.
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Cheryl Gfrerer
I founded Giffy dog in 2012 after I had spent the previous twelve years providing foster care for rescue dogs. My passion for working with dogs in the rescue community was well-established by then, but I recognized the need to refine and improve my skills with the most current, well-researched methods. In 2015, I completed the rigorous Karen Pryor Academy program and have pursued regular ongoin...
Candace (Candy) Brewer
I have been teaching classes and working with clients at Cloud Nine Dog Training in Maple Grove, MN and on an individual basis. I love supporting the local dog community. I am dedicated to supporting and educating families on training manners and understanding their dog's behavior so they can live harmoniously together.
Holly Weldon-Yahnke
Meet Holly - Lead Trainer
Owner of Unleashed Behavior and Training Services
CPDT-KA and Certified Family Dog Mediator
Holly is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer as well as a Certified Family Dog Mediator. Her compassion for animals and desire to assist the humans on the other end of the leash are e...
Welcome to Minnesota’s list of top dog trainers. The Minnesota list is based on 700 votes from the Sniffspot community. Only the Minnesota dog trainers with the top number of votes made this list. Trainers are ordered by number of votes, with Barbara Godding at the top of this list with 172 votes.
Our rankings include trainers certified by CPDT-KA and CPDT-KA. They also specialize in Puppy dog training, Reactive dog training amongst other training programs.
Minnesota dog trainer services include:
- Puppy dog training
- Reactive dog training
- In home training
- Aggressive dog training
- Deaf dog training
- Off leash dog training
- Board and train dog training
- Service dog training
- Agility dog training
- Protection/guard dog training
Dog trainers in Minnesota selflessly set pets up for success. Barbara Godding shares why they chose this path: I have always had a deep connection to dogs. I love the science behind how they learn and it came naturally to me. It never gets old watching a dog learning something for the first time!. All 20 trainers on this Minnesota list are committed to positive reinforcement. Trusted Minnesota trainer, Kari Bastyr, uses the following methods: .
Explore the top dog trainers in Minnesota as voted by our community:
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FAQ: Meet the Top Puppy dog training Dog Trainers in Minnesota
Who are the top Puppy dog training dog trainers in Minnesota?
What motivates Minnesota dog trainers?
I have always had a deep connection to dogs. I love the science behind how they learn and it came naturally to me. It never gets old watching a dog learning something for the first time!/. Similarly, Kari Bastyr and Cheryl Gfrerer have unique motivations, withIt’s what I went to school for.andI saw so many dogs struggling as they transitioned from rescue into adoptive homes, but I also recognized their resilience. I wanted to better understand how to support dogs by providing a safe, enriching environment that allowed them the engage and thrive.driving their passion.
What is Barbara Godding biggest tip?
Reinforce what you want your dog to do!.
What do Minnesota trainers love most about their work?
Working with people and helping them understand their dogs., and
Working with people and helping them understand their dogs., respectively.
How do you become a certified trainer in Minnesota?
Why are these certifications crucial in Minnesota?
How do their methods differ?
Our training methods are structured around how dogs learn. We use marker, reward based techniques and focus on setting your dog up for success. Our training plans focus on realistic goals and working in environments where your dog can process and learn.. As you can see, there are diverse approaches to In home training in Minnesota.
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Discover the Australian Shepherd, a breed celebrated for its trainable, playful, and affectionate nature. Considered a medium dog, Australian Shepherds were originally bred in the United States for herding beginning in the 1950s.
Explore the Siberian Husky: Genuine Tips from 9,000+ Owners
Discover the Siberian Husky, a breed celebrated for its curious, intelligent, and loyal nature. Considered a medium-sized dog, Siberian Huskies were originally bred in Russia for sledding, beginning in the early 20th Century.
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