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The Best Dog Trainers in Minneapolis, MN of 2024

David Adams

July 10, 2024

Dog Trainers

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

Cheryl Gfrerer
KPA-CTP, TAGteach level 2
Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy 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
Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy 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
Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy 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 ServicesCPDT-KA and Certified Family Dog MediatorHolly 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 evident. She very muc...

Carrie Davis
LFDM, CPDT- KA
Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy 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, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy 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...

Brit Barnhouse
Family Dog Mediator (FDM), Canine Enrichment Technician (DN-CET)
Reactive dog training, Service dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy 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, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Puppy 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, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy 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, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy 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, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Agility training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy 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...

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

Annelise Allan
Agility training
Annelise has been doing agility over 25 years (since 1990). She has personally trained over 20 dogs in the sport of agility. She has trained Australian Shepherds, Border Collies, Jack Russell Terriers, Pyrenean Shepherd, French Brittany and Poodles. She has competed and earned Agility Championships in AKC, CPE, NADAC, UKI and USDAA. She has competed in national competitions in AKC, CPE, NAD...

Patti Anderson
Agility training
Patti is a C.P.D.T. Pet Partners Evaluator & Tellington TTouch Practitioner. She has been doing therapy work and teaching classes for the past twenty years with six different certified dogs and several other species as well. She was also a former competitive sprint musher before that, for over seven years with I.S.D.R.A.. She teaches a Therapy Dog Skills Class (or private sessions) to prepar...

Corrie Barrows
Puppy training, Agility training
Corrie Barrows began training at TCOTC in 2000 with her Labrador, Beef. She came to the club because Ruth Foster, one of the inventors of the gentle leader, was an instructor and the former club president. She knew Ruth's club would be the best place to learn about positive reinforcement and non-force dog training. Corrie went from being a student to an obedience assistant and then an instructo...

Meg Beisner
Puppy training, Agility training
Meg has been a member of TCOTC since 2013 when she signed up for Basic with her first rescue dog, Joe, and became engrossed in dog training ever since. After adopting her second rescue dog, Phoebe, Meg wanted to be more involved with the club and started assisting in 2017. Since 2018, she now teaches primarily Basic Obedience and loves having the opportunity to educate her students with the sam...

Laura Breckheimer
Puppy training, Agility training
Laura was 'bitten' by the training bug and came to TCOTC in 2003 for agility and obedience classes with her two Jack Russell Terriers (Greta and Zak) and Golden Retriever (Fabian). After taking classes for a bit, Laura began assisting in agility classes to learn more and watch other teams. As she completed the observers class and acquiring additional experience and knowledge in training agilit...

Katie Brittan
Puppy training, Agility training
Katie has been training dogs since 1980, when she first joined TCOTC. She currently teaches agility from the beginner through advanced levels, from foundation through masters, and has also assisted with Rally Obedience classes. She has participated or currently participates in agility in AKC, CPE and NADAC, barn hunt, AKC obedience and rally, lure coursing, earth dog and AKC conformation, winni...

Page DeLong
Puppy training, Agility training
I have been involved with dogs since convincing my parents to let me join 4H and raise a puppy for The Seeing Eye (in NJ) when I was in high school in the 70s. After all, it was only a one year commitment, I said. Well, we all know how that works out! I ended up raising 4 Seeing Eye puppies. Life is better with a dog, so I have had 4 canine companions since then. Paavo is my 3rd Aussie, but my ...

Ashley Fordyce
In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Ashley joined the team in 2021 and is our newest Dog Life Coach, but she's no greenhorn! Ashley holds a bachelor's degree in zoology and has years of experience fostering rescues, volunteering at shelters, and working in dog daycare and boarding. She originally began studying dog body language and behavior modification to better manage the dogs in her off-leash group play sessions. She saw firs...

Anitra Francis
Puppy training, Agility training
Anitra has been a Monday night desk volunteer for many years and a recently became an Agility Instructor after serving as an assistant. She was elected as an alternate board member in January 2020 but almost immediately became a full board member after a resignation created a vacancy. She was re-elected to the TCOTC board in January 2021. She has also served on the board of a nonprofit called C...

Patty Fulton
Agility training
Patty has been competing in obedience for a dozen years. She has trained and competed with three dogs in Utility. Patty competes in AKC, CDSP and UKC. Patty is a detailed oriented instructor and a positive trainer. Patty has earned Utility titles on multiple dogs in AKC and CDSP.

Patty also trains and competes in agility and tracking.

Donna Grabowski
Puppy training, Agility training
I have been a member since 1991. I came to TCOTC with my dog, Shadow, She was a Norwegian Elkhound, who was a great dog but a bull in a china closet. She needed some table manners. Back in those days the classes were Level I, Level II and Level III. After the first eight weeks were over, I knew I was hooked. I started taking classes to become an assistant and then follow through as an instructo...

Lisa Hennen
Agility training
Lisa Hennen teaches Sports Foundations and Agility Handling classes. She had a very successful agility career with Booker T, her Italian Greyhound. They went to the AKC Agility Invitational for the top 5 Italian Greyhounds in agility. She earned a MACH and a C-ATCH with him. Currently she has Keylor, an Australian Shepherd, who is starting his agility career.

Trisha Hetue
Puppy training, Agility training
Trisha started taking classes at TCOTC in 2011 with the goal of trying out Flyball with her Brussels Griffon, Colonel Beardsley. In 2015, she was approached by a staff member about possible interest in assisting in the puppy & tweener classes and she hasn't looked back. Along with Assisting in Puppy and Tweeners, Trisha has assisted in many basic classes and multiple Tier 2 classes, she has bee...

Susanne Jones
Puppy training, Agility training
Susanne joined TCOTC in 2019 when she adopted her Dobermann, Prada. She took lots of classes and received so much help from the TCOTC instructors that she decided to volunteer. She started working at the TCOTC frontdesk in 2020. With the guidance of department head Jane Jacobson especially, Prada has become so confident that Susanne and Prada have started to compete in obedience and earned titl...

Meera Kannan
Puppy training, Agility training
Meera became a volunteer obedience assistant after training her dogs Satchel and Lilo at the club beginning in 2017. She has taken her dogs through a number of Obedience classes and also completed the Flyball program. Her background in education and understanding of learning styles aided her transition into becoming an Instructor at TCOTC. She was elected to the club's board in January 2021 and...

Jody Karow
In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Perhaps the biggest dog behavior geek of them all, Jody has decades of experience working with dogs and specializes in off-leash play and training. She studied directly underneath famed behaviorist Jean Donaldson and graduated from the dog trainers' version of Harvard: the Academy for Dog Trainers. Prior to founding Go Anywhere Dog, Jody helped to teach and heal thousands of rescue dogs at Safe...

LaDonna Kool
Puppy training, Agility training
LaDonna started training at TCOTC in 2015 when she and her husband got Maxwell, a goldendoodle, and decided that he should have some manners so he could be a good boy in public. A few years later they got Lexi, a mini goldendoodle. LaDonna and her husband went through many wonderful classes with both dogs and eventually started agility and became hooked! LaDonna spent five years being a puppy...

Angela Kunze
In home training
I have been a trainer for 22 years. To say it has been a journey is correct! I have been searching for a career that would make me happy, and help others. Retail, salon, restaurant server, cashier, etc...NONE of which was a fit for me. I worked at an upscale boarding and grooming facility, while attending school to become a veterinarian technician, which is initially what I wanted to be. Little...

Marsha LeDuc
Puppy training, Agility training
I am a very ,very long time member of TCOTC. I have instructed at TCOTC for about 40 years teaching obedience and now agility. I've handled a variety of dogs including soft coated wheatens, American eskimos, Yorkies and papillons. I even had a Doberman live with me for about 6 months while the owner's house was being built. I have showed in agility, obedience, rally, confirmation, and scent w...

Kimberly Luskey
Agility training
Kim has been training dogs and teaching people how to train dogs for over a dozen years. She has had four agility dogs. Kim has competed in AKC, CPE and NADAC and earned multiple C-ATCH titles. Kim also has trained obedience, barn hunt, field work and dock diving.

Sara Madrinich
Sara Madrinich is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, AKC Community Canine, Canine Good Citizen and Star Puppy Certified Evaluator. She is also a certified PetTech Pet CPR and First Aid Instructor. Sara started Adventure is Barking after building and leading training programs at two of the nation's top dog boarding facilities.Sara has a Bachelor's Degree in Physical and Health Education and f...

Rachel Maino
Puppy training, Agility training
Hi, I'm Rachel. My evenings are spent at TCOTC taking dog training classes or as a volunteer assistant instructor. I'm married and have two Labrador retrievers. We love to go camping and hiking. We also love to kayak. If I could find a way to bring my dogs on a kayak trip, that would be my favorite way to spend a weekend.

Scott McKenzie
Puppy training, Agility training
Scott started as a student at TCOTC in 2008 with his German Shepherd named Tucker. He began teaching at TCOTC 2013. Scott teaches Basic and Puppy Basic Obedience, as well as all Tier 2 Classes. He is certified in Pet Emergency First Aid and Canine CPR. He is also a Certified AKC Canine Good Citizen, Trick Dog, and FETCH evaluator and is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through CCPDT. Scott ...

Emily Niemeyer
In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Emily has always loved animals. We know every trainer bio says that, but really, She belts out Disney songs for the dogs when she thinks nobody's listening. Her passion for animals comes naturally, and nobody understands more than Emily that a deep emotional connection is the best foundation for a happy, well-behaved dog. Or horse. Or cat. (Emily doesn't discriminate.) She began training for bi...

Vanessa Niemi
Puppy training, Agility training
Vanessa has been a member of TCOTC since 2015, when she first began puppy socialization with her German Shepherd, Baxter. Since then she has been a desk volunteer, a board member, puppy agility assistant, and an obedience and behavior assistant. Currently, Vanessa is the instructor for Changing Attitudes, a behavior modification class. Vanessa is pet CPR and First Aid certified, is an AKC Canin...

Carol Ouhl
Puppy training, Agility training
Carol is the Therapy Department Head and lead instructor. She began teaching at TCOTC in 1992 and currently teaches Therapy Dog Levels 1, 2, and 3, and is also responsible for developing the program's curriculum. Carol has been a therapy dog handler for 30+ years and has been a Pet Partners Therapy Animal Evaluator of 10 species of animal for 25 years. Carol is a retired Member of the National ...

Cheryl Pastick
Puppy training, Agility training
Cheryl volunteers regularly for a variety of events, and is also a member of the agility setup crew. Her dog Abby earned her AKC MACH in agility and her AKC UD In obedience and her AKC Rally RAE. Her current dog Georgie earned her AKC, ASCA, and CDSP CD and she also has her AKC Rally Novice title.

Anne Schenk
Puppy training, Agility training
Anne moved to the Twin Cities from Detroit in 2016 to become TCOTC's first executive director. She saw it as a great opportunity to combine her experience running nonprofits with her love for dogs. Before joining TCOTC, Anne was vice president of communication and marketing for Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan, where she oversaw annual fund raising, marketing, board and vol...

Kelsey Smedley
Certified Advanced Canine Training Professional (CACTP) Certified Canine Training and Behavior Specialist (CCTBS)
Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Puppy 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...

Paula Sotirin
Puppy training, Agility training
Paula has been training at TCOTC since 2012 when she started a beginners agility class with her 5 year old chessie. Since then she has progressed to competing in agility, flyball, and hunt with her two Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers. Paula has been a desk staff person and an agility assistant, but has spent most of her time as an obedience assistant at both beginner and intermediate levels...

Julia Torgersen
Puppy training, Agility training
Julia has been an instructor in agility at TCOTC for about 12 years. She has volunteered for trials in agility and obedience in many different facets. She worked for a time as Facility Manager and has also volunteered to help with facilities at the club, including updating the agility equipment inventory, ensuring that equipment has been repaired and maintained. Julia also regularly gives her o...

Susan Ward
In home training, Puppy training
Susan has been a professional dog trainer for 25 years and started pupDOGS Training in 2009.She specializes in helping owners with their companion dogs. Using humane and gentle techniques, and empathy for both species, she loves making training fun for everyone.By choosing this small business, you know you will be training directly with its owner, Susan. And if you're in a group class, you'll...

Laura Waudby
Puppy training, Agility training
Laura has been an instructor at TCOTC since 2008. Her primary focus in teaching is ring confidence and preparation to get happy, motivated dogs in the competition ring. She teaches Advanced Obedience, Competition Obedience, Ring Confidence, and Bye Bye Cookie, a relatively new class designed to transition your dog away from relying on rewards to offer the desired behavior. She also instructs st...

Christina Wessel
Puppy training, Agility training
Christina has been a member of TCOTC since 2013 when she took her tentative first step into the sport of agility with her first Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Nikko. She was immediately hooked by the strong bond formed with the dog and the intellectual challenge of training skills and strategizing courses. Christina, now with two more Tollers (Sole and Presto), competes in AKC and UKI and ...

Elektra Wrenholt
Puppy training, Agility training
Elektra first attended a basic obedience class in 2022 with her special needs rescue, Gianni the Cocker Spaniel. Together, they have taken many tier 2 classes, freestyle, rally obedience, and nose work. Elektra has been assisting in obedience classes since the fall of 2023, and loves cheering for the successes of both canine and human students.

Sara Zislin
Puppy training, Agility training
Sara has been training and competing in agility for ten years with dachshunds and border collies. She got started in agility when her mom, who also does agility, was dog sitting for her, and started teaching her dog some foundation skills. When Sara returned to pick up her dog, her mom said the dog loved agility training, and helped her sign up for classes. Fun fact, her mom is still training a...

Welcome to Minneapolis’s list of top dog trainers. The Minneapolis, Minnesota list is based on 354 votes from the Minnesota Sniffspot community. Only the Minneapolis dog trainers with the top number of votes made this list. Trainers are ordered by number of votes, with Cheryl Gfrerer at the top of this list with 72 votes. We also counted 700 votes for Minnesota, with the remaining trainers listed outside of Minneapolis.

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

Minneapolis dog trainer services include:

Puppy training
In home training
Agility training
Reactive dog training
Aggressive dog training
Off leash training
Board and train
Deaf dog training
Service dog training
Protection/guard dog training

Behind every successful Minneapolis training session lies a passionate professional. Cheryl Gfrerer shares why they chose this path: I 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.. All 49 trainers on this Minneapolis list are committed to positive reinforcement. Trusted Minneapolis trainer, Candace (Candy) Brewer, uses the following methods: I provide individual and group training that focuses on describing the why behind training and how skills can be implemented in the community, not just in a training class environment. I demonstrate how to do a skill multiple different ways so that owners can select the method that will work best for their canine companion..

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FAQ: Meet the Top Minneapolis, Minnesota Dog Trainers

Who are the top-rated dog trainers in Minneapolis, Minnesota?

In Minneapolis, Cheryl Gfrerer has earned the highest recognition for their expertise in Deaf dog training. They, along with Candace (Candy) Brewer and Holly Weldon-Yahnke, provide personalized training services to meet the diverse needs of Minneapolis dog owners.

What drives Minneapolis dog trainers to excel in their services?

Cheryl Gfrerer and other leading trainers in Minneapolis are motivated by a passion for helping dogs and their owners. Cheryl Gfrerer was inspired to offer their services in Minneapolis because I 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..

What are the top services offered by Minneapolis trainers?

The top trainers in Minneapolis, such as Cheryl Gfrerer, specialize in providing Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, In home dog training. They describe their services as: Specializing in fearful dogs and rescue dogs, I offer private virtual and in-person training along with occasional special topics classes in person and online..

What is Cheryl Gfrerer’s best piece of advice for Minneapolis dog owners?

Cheryl Gfrerer recommends: Choose simple ways to add enrichment, such as interacting with environmental features on walks.. This advice is particularly relevant for dog owners in Minneapolis looking to improve their dog’s behavior.

How can I choose the right trainer in Minneapolis for my dog’s needs?

Choosing the right trainer in Minneapolis involves considering their services, such as Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, In home dog training, Off leash dog training, Board and train dog training and Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, In home dog training, as well as their qualifications, including CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, IAABC-ADT, CCDT, CBCC-KA CPDT-KSA CVT.

Why are certifications important for Minneapolis dog trainers?

Certifications like CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, IAABC-ADT, CCDT, CBCC-KA CPDT-KSA CVT are crucial for trainers in Minneapolis as they ensure that each trainer has the necessary skills and knowledge to provide effective and positive training.

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David Adams

July 10, 2024

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About the author

David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development. David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners. Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature. David is based in Salem, MA.

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Does your dog display reactivity to other pets or people? Maybe they’re a new rescue pup and are still settling into your home. Or they were sick growing up, so you missed their critical socialization period. Possibly they’ve had a bad experience after being raised as a normal puppy.
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The Best Dog Trainers in the United States of 2024
This is a list of the top dog trainers in the United States, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.
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This is a list of the top dog trainers in Seattle, WA, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.
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The Best Indoor Dog Parks in the United States
Looking for a space to play with your dog no matter what the weather’s like outside? Look no further than our list of the best indoor dog parks in the United States! These climate-controlled spaces are growing in popularity as pet ownership increases throughout the country. As a bonus, many of them also offer dog training, boarding, grooming, or daycare services on the premises.
The Best Off-Leash Dog Parks in the United States
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog? We’ve got you covered! It’s hard to narrow down, but we’ve put together some of the best off-leash dog parks throughout the country so you can plan your next adventure — along with a checklist of what to bring, what to know beforehand, and some frequently asked questions.
The Best Las Vegas, Nevada Dog Parks
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog in Las Vegas? We’ve got you covered! Take a look at the best local dog parks to plan for your next adventure in Sin City.
The Best United States Dog Parks
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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.
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.
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.
Most Popular Golden Retriever Names
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The Best California Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024
This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in California. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs.
The Best Florida Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024
This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Florida. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs.
The Best New York Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024
This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in New York. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs.

About Sniffspot

Sniffspot provides the best experiences and fun for you and your dog. Our dog parks are designed for the ultimate dog exercise. Our private spaces help you minimize distractions or triggers and maximize time with your dog. We provide off leash enrichment - exploration and activities you can't get anywhere else; wear your dog out for days. We make it easy to have playdates. Socialize your pup in a controlled, private spot - it's great exercise and it's fun for you and your dog.

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