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See all...The Best Puppy Trainers in Philadelphia, PA of 2025
Welcome to the Sniffspot list of top-rated dog trainers for Puppy training in Philadelphia, PA. Based on feedback and votes from our Puppy training community, we've curated a list of top-rated trainers in the Philadelphia area.
Sarah Weber
Certified Professional Dog Trainer- Knowledge Assessed, International Association of Animal Behavioral Consultants-Accredited Dog Trainer, Association of Pet Dog Trainers- Member, AKC Evaluator, Certified Canine Athletic Advisor, Certified Canine Conditioning Specialist, Professional Dog Trainer- Absolute Dogs, Pet First Aid Certified, The Dog Gurus- Member, Master in Aggression
Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Agility training, Board and train, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Montgomery County, Delaware County, Bucks County, Newtown Square, Wayne, Radnor, Upper Merion, Eagleville, Havertown, Lower Merion
Sarah Weber
Animal Trainer
CPDT-KA, IAABC-ADT, PDT, CCAA, CCCS, APDT
Sarah's background is pretty diverse in the animal field. She has worked in all aspects of canine behavior as a Sales Specialist for local pet stores as well as dog grooming. She has worked as a Boarding and Daycare Operations Manager, Canine Handler, and Shift Lead at Penn Vet Working Dog Center through the Univer...
Casey Buckley
CPDT-KA
Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Philadelphia, west, south west center city
I'm a former trauma therapist and social worker. I'm a service dog handler. I've been training dogs over 10 years. I specialize in work with reactive, anxious, fearful and/or abused and neglected dogs
Michael Badial
CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA
Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Puppy training
Based in Perkasie, PA and offering services at our location or in home within 25 minutes of our facility, covering parts of Bucks & Montgomery Counties in Pennsylvania
Michael's love of dogs and dog behavior started in his childhood when he could be found spending hours a day with his Rottweiler/Shepherd mix, Mariah. As he traveled the neighborhood with friends, Mariah was never far behind.
While working as a meter reader in California, Michael was faced daily with dogs in yards that wanted to attack and defend their property. Wanting to be efficient...
Carli Barbati
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training
Through high school I didn't know what I wanted to do for a career but I knew it had to be something I was passionate about. My senior year of high school, I took my puppy Dooley to a dog trainer and fell in love with the process. Soon after I was enrolled in CATCH - Canine Trainers Academy. Dooley is my best friend and was my training partner through CATCH.I look forward to being able to hel...
Audrey Culp
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training, Agility training
A Philadelphia native and dog-kisser since she was in diapers, Audrey's drive to understand all things dog launched a lifelong fascination with behavior. She got her start training at the PSPCA in 2007 where she interned and assisted with training classes under two different training directors, gaining the experience needed to be a lead trainer from 2011 thru 2018. Audrey has continued to provi...
Leo Dowd
In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Through his previous work as a dog walker since 2015, Leo has worked with a wide range of canine breeds, temperaments, and behavioral issues. Leo cultivated his interest in dog behavior through volunteering with Saved Me Rescue and while working as a dog handler for dog daycares in the Philadelphia area. He refined his canine handling skills and training methods through mentorship with Tuff Pup...
Heather Ehrlich
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training
Heather is a certified dog trainer with more than 10 years of experience training animals. She started when she was a teenager, volunteering at wildlife rehabilitation centers and animal shelters. Her fascination with training led her to study Behavioral Biology, earning her a Bachelor's Degree with honors from Johns Hopkins University. She then spent the next 6 years working as a zookeeper, w...
Betsy Feaster
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training
Betsy Feaster and Edward Erb are military veterans, who have been married for over 20 years. Following their service, both joined the corporate world and lived all over the world. After six years of exciting" ex-pat" life, they returned to the U.S. to dedicate their lives to their true passion - dog training! They are the current owners of Dog Training Elite in Southeast Louisiana (New Orleans ...
Erika Gonzalez
In home training, Puppy training
Erika is the Founder of From Dusk Till Dog and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Behavior Consultant who graduated with distinction from CATCH Canine Trainers Academy, a Government-Approved and State-Approved School and program that is licensed by the NJ Department of Education and the NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development. This certification is based the standards of the nati...
Vania Haghverdian
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training
My name is Vania and I can't wait to meet you and your four-legged family member!I hold a degree in Fashion Merchandising as well as an international certification as a hairstylist. In recent years, I decided to dedicate myself to acquiring a dog training certificate through The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). This has allowed me to help so many wonderful families f...
Peter Jam
Puppy training
Once you meet Peter Jam, you will immediately see the knowledge, interest, and love he has for his four-legged friends! This all started when he was just five years old and befriended his uncle's dog Jimo.Years later, he rescued Boogie and then Spottie, who became his best buddies. After the death of his two beloved dogs, Peter pursued his passion for dogs by getting officially certified as PDT...
Corrine Longenbach
Board and train, Puppy training
Do you like sharp, dry wit and dogs in hats? Then you have a lot in common with Corrine. Corrine manages our Boarding School program, will lovingly keep it real, and support you in those tender moments to make small adjustments or big changes to be the best human you can be for your dog. Corrine has a background in coaching and teaching competitive gymnastics, and when not working with dogs in ...
Robert McLaughlin
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Robert's journey in dog training started in 2014 when he attended the Veterans Affairs and K9 Soldiers Inc Program. During his time at his program he met his mentor who was a retired New Jersey State Trooper. His mentor was a Supervisor over 5 states of K9 Teams who responded to the 9/11 attack and was on a panel of elite dog trainers selected by the US Attorney General.From there Robert contin...
Carol Millinghausen
CPDT-KA, APDT, CDTABC
Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training
Abington, Warrington, Hatboro, Chestnut Hill, Cheltenham, Southampton, Feasterville, Warminster PA
I am a native Philadelphian and moved to Montgomery County, PA in 1975. I graduated from Ursinus College with a degree in secondary education and later graduated with honors from the Animal Behavior College. On average I teach up to 10 classes per week as well as continually work with private clients. I attend conferences to maintain the required credits to maintain my Certified Professional ...
Taylor Newton
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training
I was born in Baltimore, Maryland but have lived all over, Illinois, Tennessee, Minnesota, Kansas City, and now Philadelphia PA where the majority of my family lives. For the past 10 years, I have worked in engineered sales designing and selling industrial equipment. Unhappy with the job and realizing I didn't have to do it forever, I came across Dog Training Elite. Having a dog that is well-tr...
Renee Premaza
In home training, Puppy training
In March of 1997, I developed a keen interest in dog behavior and training after adopting 'Jack' a very mixed-up aggressive Border Collie. I was able to get help from a local obedience trainer who taught me how to use clicker training to rehabilitate my dog. After spending months working on behavior modification with him, I saw how positive training methods were so effective in motivating Jack ...
Raymond Rodriguez
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training
Raymond Rodriguez, the owner of Transform Your Dog LLC, has been passionately working with dogs since 2007. Inspired by Cesar Milan, Raymond has dedicated nearly two decades to understanding and improving dog behavior. Throughout the years, he has gained extensive experience working at various dog-related jobs, including Petco and Camden County Animal Shelter. He is a certified dog nutrition sp...
Matt Schimsky
In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Matt is passionate about humane training methods grounded in behavioral science. He offers a hands-on, supportive coaching approach to training and behavior modification programs. You can see what Tuff Pup Training alumni have said about Matt on our testimonials page.Matt does in-home private training sessions with over 20 dogs each week.Matt graduated from Bard College (Annandale-on-Hudson, NY...
David Shade
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training
David Shade is an award winning, professional dog trainer based in King of Prussia, PA. He served in the Army for 4 years as a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division. While serving a tour overseas in Afghanistan, he was awarded for valor and received The Purple Heart.
After his tour of duty, he went on to study Biology at Cabrini University before receiving a certification in dog t...
Leigh Siegfried
Board and train, Puppy training
Hi, Leigh here. Opportunity Barks, born in 2003, has become an award-winning dog training business that has helped thousands of dog owners. My superpower is helping people 'get' their dogs. I'm here to teach you to do the work that matters to build a life you love with your dog. Moments when people connect, and dogs are gotten by their owners, are my soul food. My life with dogs is my resume, l...
Nicolette Silva
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training
My name is Nicolette and animals have always been the highlight of my life. My best friend as a child was my family's German Shepherd/Rottweiler mix, Sasha. Between horseback riding since I was four, always having dogs growing up, and volunteering at shelters, animals have always been what has made me happiest. I graduated from West Chester University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology...
Sami Teich
In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Sami first cultivated skills as a trainer while volunteering at the Penn Vet Working Dog Center, a premier research and educational facility dedicated to producing elite scent-detection dogs. While there, Sami learned first-hand the power of positive training methods, structured training plans, and dynamic canine enrichment. Sami assisted dogs at the facility in training for agility and scent d...
Sniffspot’s top-rated list of dog trainers for Puppy training in Philadelphia, PA is based on rankings from our community of dog owners as well as the general public. For Puppy training, we received 338 total votes, resulting in 22 dog trainers who focus on Puppy training. Our top-ranked dog trainers are listed in order of votes, with the top-ranked trainer for Puppy training listed first.
Dog trainers for Puppy training on this list are certified by CPDT-KA, FDM, or another trusted organization. We're proud to feature Sarah Weber, who has been voted the top dog trainer for Puppy training in Philadelphia, PA. Sarah Weber’s favorite part of their job is: There are so many things. It is very difficult to pick a favorite. I think the joy I can help bring to dogs lives. Whether it is a foster/shelter dog or a dog already placed in a home. There are so many wonderful people I have met through dog training!
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At Sniffspot, we prioritize trust and expertise. Sarah Weber, as well as the other dog trainers on this Puppy training list, ensures they bring the highest standards of care and training to your dog. Sarah Weber encourages owners with this dog training tip: The rules of engagement! Eye contact, clear communication, and passion for your partner (dog or human) are key
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Frequently Asked Questions About Puppy Training in Philadelphia
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The first step to scheduling would be a Consultation Session. This would be held at our facility in Newtown Square 3921 Miller Road, Newtown Square, PA, 19073. It is an hour-long session with the dog and owners, designed to better understand your dog, family and overall training goals. During this session, we will teach you about canine behavior, why your dog does what it does, and how to prevent & manage behavioral concerns. Afterwards, we will prepare a full training plan tailored to your dog and send it to you via email. We offer day school, private lessons, group classes, board and trains based on what we feel is best for the dog. we offer 24/7 365 day support for our clientele, while others like Casey Buckley adopt:
I'm a force free, fear free trainer. Each approach is customized to suit local dogs.
How should I select the best Puppy dog trainer in Philadelphia?
What’s the top advice for training dogs in Philadelphia?
The rules of engagement! Eye contact, clear communication, and passion for your partner (dog or human) are keywhich is crucial for enhancing your dog’s behavior in Philadelphia.
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