Directory of Dog Trainers in Virginia

Need to find a good dog trainer in Virginia, fast? You’ll find information on all of our recommended dog trainers and dog training classes in Virginia below. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Virginia.

Auburn Leach K-9

Stuarts Draft, VA

Auburn Leach K-9 As a dog professional, owner, and lover, Auburn knows that often dogs and owners require the assistance of more than books and videos--expert knowledge is required. Auburn has been a dog training professional since 1983. The limited enrollment program allows Auburn to work with his clients and their dogs on a personal level. Auburn guarantees an easy to handle, well behaved dog that you and your family can truly enjoy. Free pick up and delivery are offered to make this program as convenient for you as possible. Military discounts offered. See Details

The Polite Dog

Falls Church, VA

The Polite Dog The Polite Dog in Falls Church, VA, offers compassionate, reward-based training to strengthen the bond between dogs and their humans. Founded by Mark Platenberg, they specialize in puppy training and behavior support, with in-home sessions that build real-life skills and lasting results. Service areas include Alexandria, Georgetown, Springfield and more. See Details

The Good Dog Yorktown

Yorktown, VA

The Good Dog Yorktown The Good Dog is a dog training facility in the Yorktown, VA area that specializes in relationship building and clear communication between owner and dog. This allows for an unbreakable bond and understandable expectations for your pups. Their training is molded and customized to fit each individual dog’s needs as well as catering to each owner’s personal capabilities and expectations. See Details

The Balanced Dog, LLC

Bridgewater, VA

The Balanced Dog, LLC We specialize in dogs with behavioral issues. We can help with chewing, jumping, leash pulling, anxiety, aggression, basic obedience, etc. Reasonable rates. See Details

Harrison K9 Training

Amherst, VA

Harrison K9 Training Harrison K9 offers dog training for all of Virginia. They specialize in problem dogs and aggression training. They offer private lessons and board and trains all throughout Virginia. See Details

Keon K9

Midland, VA

Keon K9 Keon K9 in Midland, VA, provides balanced, relationship-based dog training that delivers real results. Through private lessons, group classes, and board-and-train programs, they build trust, structure, and lasting confidence in dogs and their owners. See Details

Good Dog Workshop

Warrenton, VA

Good Dog Workshop We'll teach you how to ‘Speak Dog’. Through natural training methods, you'll learn how to better understand and communicate with your dog and gain the knowledge and the confidence to work with your dog‘s nature, not against it. See Details

Paws Pose & Play

Fredericksburg, VA

Paws Pose & Play We offer Training, Photography, and Basic Grooming. We also have puppy playtime every Saturday morning 9am. Our trainer started the first successful puppy playtime on the east coast over 5 years ago! She teaches you to teach the dog and better understand your pet. See Details

Paw Patrol of VA LLC

Manassas, VA

Paw Patrol of VA LLC Dog walking, dog training and other pet services. CGC trainer and evaluator. See Details

PetSmart Training

Harrisonburg, VA

PetSmart Training PetSmart's accredited pet training instructors can help you achieve positive, consistent behavior from Fido. Classes are available for Puppies, Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced dogs. Click-A-Trick, Private Education, and Personal Training Camp may also be available. Visit your local PetSmart for more information on class times and prices. See Details

Helping Howls

Midlothian, VA

Helping Howls Helping Howls in Midlothian, VA, is on a mission to provide a bridge between people and their dogs. Their training philosophy highlights teamwork, communication, compassion and trust as the core ingredients to an effective human-canine relationship. They offer puppy training, virtual training, private sessions, service dog training and more. See Details

Wholistic Hound Academy

Alexandria, VA

Wholistic Hound Academy Wholistic Hound delivers family dog training and behavior solutions that are both dog and people friendly. Their clients achieve excellent results in a short time by learning to communicate with their canine companions and integrate effective dog training techniques into their daily lives. Owner and Instructor Sandy Modell is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and has been training dogs for many years. Her philosophy and methods approach training as more than just dog "obedience." Humane and effective dog training is based on the science of learning behaviors of classical and operant conditioning. The methods and techniques that are used teach your dog to think as they learn new and good behaviors. At the same time, you build a stronger relationship with them. Sessions are positive, motivating, and fun. Private in-home lessons, group classes, and specialized consultations are offered for puppies and dogs of all ages. Group classes are sponsored through the City of Alexandria Department of Parks and Recreation. See Details

Cavalier K9 - Suffolk

Suffolk, VA

Cavalier K9 - Suffolk Cavalier Canine is an all-breed dog obedience school located in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. They offer private obedience classes ranging from puppy pre-school to competition off leash training, working dog equipment, and a working dog competition team. They utilize the most up to date positive motivational techniques and design all of their programs to fit your dogs unique personality and drive. Their goal at Cavalier Canine is to create a stronger bond between humans and their dogs. Their programs heighten the awareness of the responsibilities of dog ownership, and help all to achieve that feeling of pride that comes from a well trained dog. See Details

North Star Canines

Scottsville, VA

North Star Canines North Star Canines in Scottsville, VA, offers private dog training, behavior counseling, and in-home boarding, with a special focus on puppies. Led by Virginia Dare, a certified positive-reinforcement trainer with 30+ years of experience, services are available throughout southern Albemarle County and surrounding areas. See Details

Shady Mountain Pet Retreat

Amherst, VA

Shady Mountain Pet Retreat Luxury pet resort catering to your dog's every need. Large, sumptuous suites with conditioned space and privacy. Multiple play yards for lots of exercise. Hiking trails and aquatic therapy/conditioning. Full service training! We teach you how to train your dog via private lessons either at our facility or at your home. If you are busy or traveling we also offer boarding and training at our luxury pet resort. We train using the latest scientific methods, using positive reinforcement and sound psychological principles of operant conditioning. The founder/owner of this company has been a professional animal trainer since 1978, authored 42 published books, videos, web content and designs (and sells) humane dog training tools. If you're looking for a world class trainer and facility look no further than Shady Mountain Pet Retreat. See Details

The Enlightened Dog

Chantilly, VA

The Enlightened Dog The Enlightened Dog offers small group dog training sessions, private in-home consultations, and day training. They use only proven and effective training methods based on positive reinforcement. See Details

Bully Brigade & ALL Training

Fredericksburg, VA

Bully Brigade & ALL Training Certified & experienced trainer with a niche for pit bulls. I train ALL breed of dogs with positive reward based methods only. Our expertise are in the following areas: Puppy Socialization Basic & Advanced Obedience, Behavior Modification, S.T.A.R. Puppy & Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Animal Behavior College Mentor, Dog Walker & Pet Sitter See Details

Hampton Roads Dog Training

Virginia Beach, VA

Hampton Roads Dog Training Hampton Roads Dog Training offers professional, in-home dog training throughout the Virginia Beach area. We specialize in aggression and anxiety cases, no dog is beyond help with us! Call us to learn more. See Details

Alpha Love Dog Training

Mechanicsville, VA

Alpha Love Dog Training Basic Obedience, Behavior Modification and In Home Boarding. See Details

Skipper's Dog Training and Consulting Services

Stafford, VA

Skipper's Dog Training and Consulting Services Customized training for the needs of your dog. A gentle approach using positive reinforcement and care. See Details