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The Best Dog Trainers in Tampa, FL of 2024

David Adams

July 10, 2024

Dog Trainers

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

Ariel Lovely
IAABC-ADT
Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training
I train locally in and around Brandon, Florida. As well as virtually from anywhere!
My name is Ariel Lovely and I am a certified dog trainer. Before becoming a dog trainer I worked professionally as a doggy daycare caretaker, a shelter tech, and as an animal control officer.With my own dogs I compete in dog shows and sporting events, all achieved using positive reinforcement!I decided to begin my education in the dog training field after owning my own reactive dog and struggli...

Kimberly Archer
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Kimberly has loved animals for her whole life so she got her B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Florida and has been training animals ever since. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer ‚Knowledge Assessed through CCPDT, a Certified Trick Dog Instructor through Do More With Your Dog, and a Certified Canine Scent Instructor through the UK College of Scent Dogs.She loves dog traini...

Josh Berube
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Josh is originally from Massachusetts but moved to Florida right after high school. He is lucky to have married his high school sweetheart; together they have one amazing child.

He has been around animals his entire life. Currently he has 4 dogs, 2 cats, 2 birds and a snake! Josh has always found spending time with animals to be very rewarding. He is particularly interested in learn...

Brandi Burket
Puppy training
Hi! I am Brandi Burket, a Certified Dog Trainer and the owner of PETS. My co-trainer, Kobe Jordan, is a golden doodle who I've worked with since he was a wee pup. Kobe's family loves that he has a "job" and they are ecstatic with his career choice. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Pennsylvania State University in 2000, I moved to Georgia, where I began a career in marketing....

Brigid Clancy
Aggressive dog training, Herding training, Deaf dog training, Protection/guard dog training
Starting my training endeavor after having a childhood dog with issues of attacking other dogs and being just an absolute maniac on the streets, but a lover in the home. I wanted to learn more and be able to enjoy outings with my dog instead of leaving them at home due to things I thought I couldn't control. After some YouTube videos and applying some training to my first dog (Nyx), I found tha...

Caeb Colravy
Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
After 20 years of practice as a criminal defense attorney, I had become burned out and was no longer enjoying waking up each day. I was diagnosed with major depression snd knew I had to make a big change.So I traded in my suits, ties, and briefcase for a leash, treat bag, and cargo pants and set out to pursue a formal dog trainer education. I could not be happier that I did because I now love w...

Alicia Conover
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Alicia graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, minoring in Zoology. She focused her education on animal behavior and participated in conducting ongoing research on canine cognition. She has spent 8 years working in animal shelters/rescues helping cats, dogs and small mammals find and stay in their forever homes as well as counsel people about their pet...

Sofie Dandy
Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
What we don't want to see in your dog:Ignoring commands.Annoying nuisance behaviors such as pulling on the lead, excessively barking, lunging, jumping, climbing fences stealing from tables or in the trash, chewing inappropriate items or destroying the home.Running away from the home.Aggression towards people or other animals.Fear, anxiety, nervousness, running, and hiding. What we want to see:L...

Gillian Daniels
Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training
Gillian is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer ‚Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA).She specializes in puppy training, basic through advanced obedience, and behavior modification for reactivity and aggression.She is a graduate of The Aggression in Dogs Master Course and regularly pursues continuing education as a professional dog trainer.Prior to opening Stellar Dog Training, Gillian was the Training...

Ernie Diez
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Ernie first came on the radar of Off Leash as a client with his dogs Bruce Banner and Tony Stark. Training with OLK9 head trainer Abby Hoxha dramatically changed the relationship with his dogs. Ernie became a certified professional trainer and is a graduate of the Off Leash Headquarters academy in Northern Virginia.Coming from a background in training elite gymnasts, his unique ability to relay...

Allie Egan
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Allie is originally from Georgia. She and her partner parent two dogs and a cat! Her dog Layla is extremely active and has pushed Allie into agility and other dog sports such as dock jumping. Allie and her family are outdoorsy who enjoy horseback riding and other outdoor activities in the Tampa bay area including hiking on nature trails.Allie loves learning about dogs, science, Italy, a country...

Lindsay Fowler
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Lindsay has a B.S. in Zoo Science and has worked with a huge amount of animals including giraffes, parrots, monkeys and hippos. She is pet first aid certified by DogNostics Career Center and also completed their Canine Communications course. She loves learning about behavior and is especially motivated to help people and their dogs deepen their bond and improve their communication.
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Brian Gallardo
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Puppy training
Owner and founder Brian Gallardo began his Training journey in the big city of New York where he was able to help numerous owners and there dogs achieve real world obedience. Awoken K9 Focuses on creating a clear line of communication between you and your dog. We strive to do this in order to create real world obedience, anywhere, anytime. Whether you've just brought in a new puppy, or want to...

Layla Gaughan
Aggressive dog training, Herding training, Deaf dog training, Protection/guard dog training
Hi my name is Layla Gaughan! Growing up I spent as much time as I could at shelters or at the barn working with horses. I have 15 years experience riding horses as well as 3 years training horses. However, dogs are my passion! I love helping dogs and people connect better through training. I attended Starmark academy's school for dog trainers in January 2021, and graduated with my Masters Dog T...

Will Grabert
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Will is a serious dog person because he states his hobbies are competition obedience and agility and only digital art as a side note. He has a special interest in ethology and genetics. In terms of dog training he loves anything trick training related and has trained both dogs and birds to perform them. He is also deeply interested in scent training and highly skilled service dog training.
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Moriah Grube
Board and train, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
With a distinguished background that includes years of hands-on experience, a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Studies with a perfect 4.0 GPA, and graduation with high honors at the top of the class, K9 Training by Moriah stands out as the premier choice for dog training. My extensive qualifications are further underscored by dog first aid certification, a valuable police K9 training internship, and...

Marissa Hale
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training
Born and raised in the dog-friendly city of Tampa, Florida, Marissa has always been a student of animal behavior. Her deepest passion is helping to strengthen the bond between dogs and their people by fostering a positive environment for training and guiding owners and handlers to better understand what their dogs are trying to communicate. Marissa focuses her sessions on each dog's individual ...

Devin Haney
Aggressive dog training, Herding training, Deaf dog training, Protection/guard dog training
Devin began his career as a professional canine trainer from a passion of dog training on a personal level. Growing up in Kansas City, Missouri, Devin graduated high school with a Division I scholarship to play football at Northern Illinois University while pursuing his degree in political science. Upon degree completion, he adopted and trained his personal rescue dog, Duke.

From trai...

Arielle Harvey
In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training
I'm Arielle Harvey, founder and lead trainer at Venture Canine Training, based in Tampa, Florida. I live with my Golden Retriever, Kodiak, and am passionate about helping dog owners build fulfilling relationships with their canine family members. At Venture Canine Training, we emphasize a balanced, permission-based training technique designed to strengthen the bond between you and your dog. Our...

Brent Hedge
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Brent Hedge, Owner, started early life as a child living on a farm taking care and spending time with various types of animals. Leading up to starting an internship with a small local company and working his way up in the company and inevitably finding a position at Ridgeside K9 three years ago where he's trained thousands of house pets from anything to off leash training to extreme behavior mo...

Don Hoover
Hi, I'm Don Hoover, an experienced and accredited behavior consultant and dog trainer with over 15 years in the field. I work with clients who have dogs of all ages, sizes, breeds, and behavioral needs. As the founder of UB Haven, I specialize in collaborating with clients, veterinarians, pet sitters, groomers, and other industry professionals to manage and address anxiety and aggression in dog...

Valentino Lipscomb
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Valentino Lipscomb is a first-generation Cuban-American, originally from South Florida, and has spent his life with a huge variety of animals including guinea pigs and horses. Val helped train to the highest levels in Western Trial and Showmanship using only force-free methods.He currently lives with dogs, a tortoise, and chickens, ducks, and geese. And considers his hobbies to be herpetology, ...

Naomi Marsh
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Naomi Marsh has maintained a lifelong passion for animal training, particularly for dogs. Naomi was raised in Cleveland, Ohio. She received her Bachelor of Science in Zoology at Ohio University and received her doctorate degree before moving to Florida.Naomi has taught dog training classes in Clearwater, Florida and is an avid student of positive and motivational education techniques.She e...

Phyllis Mazzarisi
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Agility training
Hi my name is Phyllis Mazzarisi. I became a certified dog trainer through Jo-Thors dog Academy in Atlanta, Georgia in 1999. Before that I served in the USAF. For 10 yrs I worked at the Pinellas County Courthouse and decided that I needed to follow my dreams of working with dogs. I have completed many seminars with dog behaviorists Patricia McConnell and Ian Dunbar. I did a shadow program with P...

Kris McKenzie
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, Reactive dog training, Puppy training, Agility training
My journey with Sit Means Sit started as a client. After seeing one of the trainer's dogs in action, I knew that this was the type of training that I wanted to learn with my dog! After taking her through Sit Means Sit's training program, keeping her focused around distractions was so much easier. I was able to have fun with my dog. I quickly found out how effective the Sit Means Sit trainin...

Joyce Moore
In home training, Puppy training
Local business owner Joyce Moore knows more than a little bit about animals and their behavior. Having owned a farm in upstate New York, she's cultivated her love of animals into a way to help them, and their owners, be the best they can. Joyce Moore runs Joyce Moore Dog Training, a positive reinforcement training program for dogs and their owners. No harsh methods are used on your pet when Joy...

Chloe Morgan
Aggressive dog training, Herding training, Deaf dog training, Protection/guard dog training
Chloe was born and raised in Lutz, FL and grew up with dogs her whole life. Chloe originally wanted to be a veterinarian, but after working in the field as a veterinary nurse for 4 years she realized her passion lies in canine behavior.

Her dog training journey began when she got Karma, her German Shepherd, to train as her service dog. From 8 weeks old, Chloe trained Karma not only to...

Lisa Morrissey
Service dog training, Puppy training, Agility training
Lisa is certified by the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers as a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) as well as Certified through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants as an Associate Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (ACDBC) and a graduate of the Animal Behavior College for both Dogs & Cat Training and Behavior (ABCDT & ABCCT), when challenged s...

Beth Napolitano
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Beth was a staff hospital nurse for 40 years and enjoyed working in Hospice's Home Care Division for a brief time. She took 8 years off from nursing to own and operate a successful bakery business with her husband. Beth and her husband share their home with a cat and 2 Beagles, Murphy and Sadie. Murphy and Sadie have been in puppy kindergarten, fun scent games, and agility classes at Courteous ...

Ryan Olson
Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
I found my passion for dog training through my non-profit work rescuing dogs. I founded a 501(c)(3) non-profit dog shelter in Wisconsin prior to moving to Florida, called Rescue Gang (rescuegang.org), in my early 20's. I volunteered as President and Executive director for 7 years rescuing 1,300 dogs from euthanasia in high kill shelters from around the world with the help of 600+ volunteers. Ma...

Victoria Parker
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training
At six years old, Victoria Parker managed to befriend the meanest dog in her neighborhood. It was only natural she'd make a career out of dog training.After years of having her own animals and shuttling them back and forth according to her military husband's deployment, they finally settled down in Florida, where she was better able to pursue her passion for animals. She began volunteering at t...

Kristina Przystawik
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Kristina has a Bachelors in Psychology with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis and is obtaining her Masters in International Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law. She has worked in the zoo industry for 10+ years specializing in positive reinforcement training and behavior with a wide array of animals including tigers, elephants, dolphins, koalas, African painted dogs, and emu! She enjoys learning a...

Alex Reinhart
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
A graduate of the University of South Florida, Alex holds Bachelor's degrees in both Psychology and Anthropology and remains an active member of The National Honor Society of Psychology as well as The National Society of Collegiate Scholars.Alex is proud to be a Professional Canine Trainer accredited through The Pet Professional Guild as well as a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine ‚ Knowledg...

Luis Rodriguez
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training
Luis developed his love for dogs through his first dog, Ranger, a Rottweiler trained for protection, but loving and loyal to his entire family, and playfully gentle with his daughters who were toddlers at the time. Luis has had other dogs through the years, but never forgot Ranger, who set in motion his passion for dogs and made him see the potential in each one.A Puerto Rico native, Luis recei...

Alison Schaefer
In home training, Puppy training
Alison Schaefer CPDT-KA, CSCC, ABCDT, is the owner of Progress 4 Paws, located in Largo, FL. She's a professional dog trainer certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and Animal Behavior College (ABC). She's a certified Canine Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCC) through North Carolina State University. Alison grew up in Buffalo, NY, discovering her lo...

Giann Siervo
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Giann Carlos excels in dog training. With over 15 years of experience, he harnesses his natural aptitude for training and interaction with all canine breeds to help with his role as a Modern K9 trainer. Dogs hold a special place in his heart and much of his area of expertise lies with behavior recognition and modification, service dog training, working military and police K9s, dog sport trainin...

Erin Simmons
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Erin has an amazing animal training background! She has worked with a wide array of species but her favorite has been primates specifically chimps and orangutan. She parents two dogs a Pom x Chi and a Border Collie mix. Erin grew up with cats and dogs. Other than animal behavior, Erin is deeply interested in animal cognition. She is also very passionate about dog body language and the concepts ...

Tonya Stafford
Aggressive dog training, In home training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training
Tonya has always had a passion for animals and people. Dog Training Elite provided her with an opportunity to serve both and fulfill a dream in the process. Tonya has a bachelor's in psychology from Moravian University and a master's in Training and Development from the University of St. Francis. She spent her early professional career as a children's mental health social worker and spent sever...

Angelica Steinker
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
For more than 20 years full time, Angelica Steinker, Owner of Courteous Canine, Inc., has specialized in dog training methods that create Results the Fun Way.Using Consent Testing and Empowerment Training Angelica and her team of professional dog trainers have successfully trained thousands of puppies and adult dogs in basic manners/obedience, trick training, behavior consutling, agility, dock ...

Christopher Tiller
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training, Agility training
Christopher Tiller's journey into dog training starts as many have started. He fell in love with a dog. Stanley was abandoned in a shelter and as Chris soon learned had experiences with humans that shaped his distrust of all of them. Slowly Chris was able to earn Stanley's trust and he began to seek the counsel of professional trainers. Quickly, Chris learned that there were two fundamentally o...

Sarah White
Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Reactive dog training, Off leash training, Puppy training
Sarah Tripp White is a certified, professional dog trainer serving St. Pete, FL and surrounding areas. Sarah is the former Vice President and Membership Co-Chair of The National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI). She is certified by NADOI ( instructor #1118 ), the oldest certifying association in the country, requiring one of the most rigorous instructor tests in the USA. She has...

Welcome to Tampa’s list of top dog trainers. The Tampa, Florida list is based on 33 votes from the Florida Sniffspot community. Only the Tampa dog trainers with the top number of votes made this list. Trainers are ordered by number of votes, with Ariel Lovely at the top of this list with 33 votes. We also counted 874 votes for Florida, with the remaining trainers listed outside of Tampa.

Our rankings include trainers certified by IAABC-ADT and . They also specialize in Puppy training, In home training amongst other training programs.

Tampa dog trainer services include:

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

Behind every successful Tampa training session lies a passionate professional. Ariel Lovely shares why they chose this path: I was inspired to become a dog trainer after living with my reactive dog Precious, who has since passed in 2022 at the age of 11.. All 41 trainers on this Tampa list are committed to positive reinforcement. Trusted Tampa trainer, Kimberly Archer, uses the following methods: .

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FAQ: Find the Best Dog Trainers in Tampa, Florida

Who is the top Deaf dog training dog trainer in Tampa, Florida?

Ariel Lovely has been recognized as leading dog trainer in Tampa.They excel in providing Deaf dog training and Reactive dog training and have helped numerous dogs and their owners in Tampa reach important training goals.

What services does Ariel Lovely offer in Tampa, Florida?

Ariel Lovely offers a range of services, including Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, In home dog training, Off leash dog training. Their approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each dog in Tampa, ensuring effective Deaf dog training training.

What are the qualifications of the top trainers in Tampa, Florida?

Top trainers like Ariel Lovely in Tampa hold certifications such as IAABC-ADT. These qualifications highlight their expertise and commitment to providing the best training services in Tampa.

What is Ariel Lovely’s top piece of advice for Tampa dog owners?

When asked for their best advice for Tampa dog owners, Ariel Lovely shared: Meet your dog's biological needs before focusing on training! Sniffing, running, playing!.

Why did Ariel Lovely choose to offer dog training services in Tampa?

Ariel Lovely chose to provide their services in Tampa because I was inspired to become a dog trainer after living with my reactive dog Precious, who has since passed in 2022 at the age of 11.. Their passion for helping Tampa dogs shines every day.

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David Adams

July 10, 2024

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David Adams

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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