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The Best Dog Trainers for Agility Training in Austin, TX of 2024

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July 10, 2024

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Welcome to the Sniffspot list of top-rated dog trainers for Agility training in Austin, TX. Based on feedback and votes from our Agility training community, we've curated a list of top-rated trainers in the Austin area.

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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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    Michele Mendoza

    CPDT-KA

    Agility training

    A lifelong dog lover, Michele started dog walking and pet sitting to earn extra money while working in corporate marketing roles. A long-term client opened her eyes to positive reinforcement training and inspired her to learn more about dog behavior. In 2010, she left the corporate world to open a training facility, training thousands of dogs in everything from manners to agility. After realizi...


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    Madison Alexander

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Working with and training dogs is the career I've always dreamed of doing. During my junior year in college, I completed an internship with the San Antonio Zoo. Throughout that internship, I got to participate in many training sessions with many amazing exotic animals. It was then that I realized training animals was what I wanted to pursue a career in after I graduated.During my senior year of...


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    Lauren Biegel

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

    Following a childhood of begging for a puppy every Christmas (with 3 successes!), Lauren has taken every available opportunity to work with dogs: volunteering at local shelters, fostering, and working at a doggy daycare. Through her foster fail, Ollie, she learned about fear and reactivity behaviors and gained the confidence to adopt a high-energy puppy (Layla). Layla and Lauren have competed i...


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    Andrea Carter

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

    Andrea's first job working with dogs was as a kennel tech at a small board & train facility, and her experiences volunteering with shelter dogs created a space in her heart for dogs who need friends the most. After teaching group classes at a pet store for 7 years she completed the Karen Pryor Academy to deepen her understanding of training. Volunteering with Service Dogs Inc. and working at th...


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    Carolyne Castner

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

    Carolyne is a native Austinite and lifelong animal advocate. She started her work with dogs as a volunteer with Austin Pets Alive and the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter. She was fascinated by the work the behavioral teams did to help improve the life of long-stay shelter dogs and dove head first into the world of dog training! Carolyne lives with two cats (who are clicker and target ...


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    Joanna Cordry

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

    Joanna has a Masters degree in Educational Psychology and a graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis, and she's always been fascinated by the behavior exhibited by all animals. She's been lucky enough to balance a career in behavioral health and disability advocacy with her love of all things dog and dog behavior . She's apprenticed with a service dog organization, worked on the behavi...


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    Kay Dameron

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

    Kay Dameron has been working with animals since a young age. She began fostering in 2015 and promptly became passionate about dog training when she saw the difference it made in foster's lives. Facilitating communication between people and their dogs to create better relationships brings her joy. Kay is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, a Family Paws Parent Educator, and a CGC Canine Good C...


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    Trisha Davison

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Trisha Davison has been surrounded by animals practically since birth, always having at least one dog and cat in the family. Early on she had a big fascination with horses and by the age of 12 her family rescued two Arabian horses that needed rehabilitation, both physically and mentally. One of the horses, Buddy, became her main focus, he was afraid of his own shadow and spooked at twigs on the...


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    Francisco Diaz

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

    As a child, I was captivated by the TV show ‚'The Dog Whisperer' introduced to me by my dad. Witnessing Cesar Millan's mastery in handling dogs with behavioral issues sparked a lifelong passion within me. Growing up in Mexico, I cultivated a love for animals, which led me to work as a pig farmer upon returning to the U.S. for several years. Despite my success in this field, my heart yearned to ...


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    Alexandra Dilley

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

    Alexandra was the Director of Behavior and Training at the Humane Rescue Alliance in Washington, DC. During her time there, she worked with the ASPCA Behavioral Rehabilitation Center in Asheville, North Carolina, to develop HRA's first intensive program for severely fearful dog rehabilitation. She also taught classes on everything from obedience to dog reactivity. She has a Master's in animal b...


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    Latania Fenn

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

    Latania is an avid dog lover and a huge enthusiast of dog sports. She found an insatiable interest in dog training after getting her heart dog Atlas. They started dog sports and hit the ground running trying their hands at everything from agility, to scent work to barn hunt.
    Latania found a deep love for the science of training and the way enrichment can help dogs thrive and strengthen the ...


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    Cindi Fountain

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

    Cindi is a proud scientist at heart, embracing her geek status with enthusiasm. With a background in biology, psychology, and physical therapy, she earned a Master's degree in Education and TESOL certification. As a trainer, Cindi applies her diverse expertise to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) to the dogs in her care, fostering better communication between pets and their owners. Her a...


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    Miranda Hitchcock

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

    Miranda began her work with dogs as a volunteer at an animal shelter in Maryland, and then taught puppy classes and reactive/fearful dog classes before moving to Austin. Among her shelter work, she was the Shelter Operations Manager for Austin Animal Center and oversaw the shelter's behavior program and animal care. Miranda is a "behavior nerd" who's passionate about equity and access in the d...


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    Debi Krakar

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

    Debi Krakar founded the Dog Alliance in 2006 with a vision of improving the lives of families in her community based on our powerful bond with dogs. She is the driving force behind creating the therapeutic programs of The Dog Alliance. She has fostered over 1,000 dogs in her home and, for the past five years, always has at least one service dog in training with her 24/7. She has whelped 12 l...


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    Jayden Kurr

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

    As a former dog daycare worker, I gained invaluable experience watching and interacting with dogs of all breeds and temperaments. This hands-on experience provided insights into dog behavior, social dynamics, and the importance of structured environments for their well-being.Now, as a dog trainer, I utilize this foundation to help dogs and their owners build stronger relationships through effec...


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    Lana Lesley

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

    Lana came to animal welfare and dog behavior training in 2018, after 23 years in the performing arts as a producer, performer and executive director. Beginning as a volunteer dog walker and eventually a trainer at a local rescue, Lana fell in love with every one of "her" dogs, and with the process of helping them learn coping skills and life skills. A lifelong learner, Lana completed the Master...


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    Nancy McIntire

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

    Nancy first joined The Dog Alliance in 2010 as a pet therapy handler, volunteering with her dog, Jessie. She joined The Dog Alliance Board of Directors in 2012 and served as Board Chair 2013-2017. Nancy's passion for working with people and their animals inspired her to work with our pet therapy outreach program, service dog program, and pet dog training programs. Nancy earned her certificat...


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    Kellye McMaster

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

    Kellye McMaster has been competing in, training, and teaching dog Agility for 22 years. She has taken 3 of her dogs to AKC nationals, and has competed in AKC, USDAA, UKI, and NADAC competitions. Prior to teaching Agility in the Austin area, Kellye worked at a kennel board and train program and eventually owned her own training facility in Waco. She is a retired math teacher of 25 years and us...


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    Michele Mendoza

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

    A lifelong dog lover, Michele started dog walking and pet sitting to earn extra money while working in corporate marketing roles. A long-term client opened her eyes to positive reinforcement training and inspired her to learn more about dog behavior. In 2010, she left the corporate world to start a training facility of her own, training thousands of dogs everything from manners to agility. Afte...


  • Ashley Patton Photo

    Ashley Patton

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Hey there, fellow dog enthusiasts! I'm Ashley, and you could say my love for animals started with Norman, the cool cat I adopted back in 2009. But it was in 2015 that I truly fell head over paws for dogs when I brought home Kenji, a spunky Akita Lab puppy who was just 4 weeks old.Kenji, my furry sidekick, was more than just a pet; he became my inspiration. Together, we embarked on a journey of ...


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    Colby Patton

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Hey there! I‚'m Colby, and I'm on a mission to help you and your family build an unbreakable bond with your furry friend. I've always been a huge dog enthusiast, and I've discovered a way to merge my love for dogs with my passion for easing stress and trying my best to do what I can to help others with life's problems.A Journey from the Texas Hill Country to Trade ShowsMy journey began in the b...


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    Cindy Platt

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

    Cindy lives for adventure, whether it's traveling or competing in agility competitions with her boxer Franklin. As the Train Your Own Service Dog Program Manager, Cindy helps people select and train their own dogs so that they can become certified service dogs. She enjoys teaching everything from manners classes to agility and service dog task training. Cindy has been a Certified Professional D...


  • Devi Puckett Photo

    Devi Puckett

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

    Devi's passion for animal training and welfare was evident at an early age when her favorite phrase was, ‚can I keep it?‚ Her many pets have included reptiles, insects, tarantulas, rats, hamsters, hedgehogs, doves, parakeets, cats, and dogs - she has never met an animal that she didn't love. Her previous career as a high school teacher shaped her into a patient and accessible coach of people. W...


  • Christian Ramos Photo

    Christian Ramos

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

    I never had pets as a kid because I have 7 siblings so that would've been crazy! Instead, I took on the life of a student athlete. I went to college in Colorado to study and play football, studying always being first. With almost a 4.0 GPA and a real chance of becoming a professional football player, life seemed too good to be true. After a senior year career ending knee injury and a weird turn...


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    Kathleen Reish

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

    Kathleen is the Agility Program Manager at The Dog Alliance. Kathleen merged her extensive experience with education and her love of dog training when she started teaching at The Dog Alliance in 2014. As an athlete and adventurer, agility work is one of Kathleen‚'s favorite classes to teach. She also loves agility work because it is a great sport for strengthening the bond between an owner and ...


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    Betsy Roberts

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

    Betsy Roberts combines a strong business background with a deep commitment to pet care. With experience as a former business management professional, pet care business owner, and puppy raiser for service dogs, Betsy has developed a comprehensive understanding of both the corporate and canine worlds. She holds an MBA, is Pet First Aid Certified, and is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter. Curren...


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    Nisa Semione

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

    Nisa is a certified trainer and dog behavior consultant, and is Fear Free Certified.. In 2018 Nisa began her career as a professional dog trainer in her home state of New York. In 2024 Nisa graduated with her Master of Science degree from Virginia Tech's Applied Animal Behavior and Welfare program. She is a believer in lifelong learning and has committed to continuing her education through the ...


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    Chirag Shah

    In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Chirag has always been an entrepreneur, running his own startup in the past and also working in tech as a product manager, where his main goal was to understand what makes good experiences for customers and then find ways to make them even better and more efficient through the use of technology.


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    Tara Shah

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training, Agility training

    Tara is a linguist and a former teacher to students of all ages; she has taught children as young as 2 years old, all the way to adults over 70!

    We are new to dog training ourselves but have learned so much by being part of the Sit Means Sit family. We are excited to share everything we and the experienced trainers at Sit Means Sit know with you so that you and your dog can forge a lov...


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    Eric Tarango

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

    Eric began dog training when he rescued his own dog who had resource guarding issues. In 2014 he moved to Austin, a dog loving city that helped him grow as a trainer. He shadowed a service dog trainer for a couple of years and was inspired to learn how animals thought and how they see the world. He started working as a dog trainer, teaching basic manners classes and private lessons for several ...


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    Kaci Taylor

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

    Kaci started her deep dive into behavior study after adopting her now 6 year old dog, Buddy, and seeking certified help with his journey through reactivity, separation anxiety, and more. Positive science-based training became her passion after seeing how Buddy's quality of life has been impacted, and completed her dog training certification program with the Victoria Stilwell Academy in fall of ...


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    Olivia Tiffany

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

    Olivia got her start working in the kennel at DogBoy's Dog Ranch and eventually became the assistant kennel manager and a trainer for the company. There she learned about dog behavior, how dogs interact, and how to work with a wide range of breeds and personalities. She really fell in love with dog training when she adopted a black lab with leash reactivity. Helping her pup work through these b...


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    Rachelle Trafton

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

    Rachelle was born and raised in Austin, and grew up visiting the Austin Animal Center and hiking or biking every weekend. She started delving into training nine years ago when she adopted a six month old dog reactive dog, Lucy. I quickly was drawn into studying positive reinforcement training, and learning how to communicate with her. When the opportunities to train at PetSmart and DogBoy's Do...


  • Erica Williams Photo

    Erica Williams

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

    Killeen, Harker Heights, Fort Hood, Belton, Nolanville, Temple

    Im an Army Veteran and currently train service dogs for a non profit. This non profit trains service dogs for free for military and Veterans. I do also help on the side for behavior issues. In addition to that I assist training for Waco Agility Group.


Sniffspot’s top-rated list of dog trainers for Agility training in Austin, TX is based on rankings from our community of dog owners as well as the general public. For Agility training, we received 42 total votes, resulting in 35 dog trainers who focus on Agility training. Our top-ranked dog trainers are listed in order of votes, with the top-ranked trainer for Agility training listed first.

Dog trainers for Agility training on this list are certified by CPDT-KA, FDM, or another trusted organization. We're proud to feature Pam Tobias, who has been voted the top dog trainer for Agility training in Austin, TX. Pam Tobias’s favorite part of their job is: Watching a dog learn! And the puppy kisses..

At Sniffspot, we prioritize trust and expertise. Pam Tobias, as well as the other dog trainers on this Agility training list, ensures they bring the highest standards of care and training to your dog. Pam Tobias encourages owners with this dog training tip: Be your dog's best friend!.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Agility Training in Austin, Texas

How were the leading Agility dog training trainers in Austin determined?

The best Agility dog training trainers in Austin were identified based on 42 from local residents, highlighting those who excel in their field and are highly rated by dog owners in the area.

What are the key services offered by top Agility dog trainers in Austin?

In Austin, prominent trainers like Pam Tobias offer a variety of specialized services tailored to address specific behavioral issues. Their services are designed to meet the diverse needs of dogs in the region.

What qualifications do top Agility dog trainers in Austin possess?

Leading trainers in Austin for Agility dog training hold certifications such as CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator, showcasing their dedication to maintaining high standards in professional dog training.

What is the most valuable training advice from Pam Tobias for Austin dogs?

Pam Tobias emphasizes that the most crucial advice for Agility dog training training is Be your dog's best friend!.This insight is vital for improving your dog’s behavior in Austin.

How do trainers in Austin keep their skills current?

Austin trainers stay updated by participating in ongoing education and certification programs, such as CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator. They also engage with local shelters and community events to refine their skills.

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    Discover the American Staffordshire Terrier, a distinct breed celebrated for its playful, friendly, and loyal nature. Often confused with the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, a separate breed of British origin, the American Staffordshire Terrier (AmStaff) is considered a medium-sized dog. While both breeds share some similarities, the AmStaff is generally larger and has been developed as a distinct breed in the United States.

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    Explore the Australian Shepherd: Genuine Tips from 9,000+ Owners

    Discover the Australian Shepherd, an AKC breed celebrated for its trainable, playful, and affectionate nature. Despite its name, the Australian Shepherd is actually a native breed to the United States, originally developed to breed on farms and ranches. Considered a medium dog, Australian Shepherds were bred for herding beginning in the 1950s. As one of the high-energy breeds, Aussies are known for their boundless energy and need for regular exercise, including aerobic exercise.

Top dog names in the US

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    Top 1,000 Most Popular Dog Names

    Looking for the perfect dog name for your new pup? We have created filterable lists of dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative dog names.
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    Most Popular Male Dog Names

    Looking for the perfect dog name for your new male pup? We have created filterable lists of male dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative male dog names.
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    Most Popular Female Dog Names

    Looking for the perfect dog name for your new female pup? We have created filterable lists of female dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative female dog names.
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    Most Popular Golden Retriever Names

    Welcome to our comprehensive list of Golden Retriever dog names, curated from our vast database of Sniffspot users. Filter through hundreds of thousands of options by gender, breed, and state to discover the most adorable, original, and imaginative names for your beloved Golden Retriever.
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    Most Popular Labrador Retriever Names

    Welcome to our Labrador Retriever dog names page! Here you can browse through filterable lists of names for your beloved furry friend, ranging from cute and classic to unique and creative options. Our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users ensures you'll find the perfect name for your Labrador Retriever, whether you're seeking a name for a male or female, based on breed or state.

Top dog rescues in the US