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The Best Dog Trainers in Tennessee of 2024

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July 10, 2024

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

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    Kym Iffert

    CPDT-ka, LFDM-stk, FPPE, APHE, Fear Free Training Professional, ABC-CDT, Low Stress Handling - silver certification, Fear Free Shelter

    Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training

    Davidson County, Middle TN

    Kym Iffert began her work with dogs and cats after adopting a dog from a rural Indiana shelter that, unknowingly, required extensive physical and behavioral rehabilitation. In 2005, Kym received her initial training certification from Animal Behavior College and started working with a Chicago-based animal shelter as a volunteer as well as running a variety of training classes and family outrea...


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    Heather Moore

    CPDT-KA, CGC evaluator

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Rutherford County, Christiana, Rockvale

    Heather Moore has 20 years of experience training dogs and helping owners to modify their dogs' problem behaviors. She worked with Purely Positive Dog Training in Charleston, SC until recently relocating to TN. She has been a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) and Pet Professional Guild (PPG). Her own dogs have titled in AKC Rally Obedience Novice and Advanced, and earned The...


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    Jenna Slutzky

    KPA CTP, UW AAB

    Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Puppy training

    Davidson Co, Williamson Co, Wilson Co

    I am a full-time trainer with Instinct Nashville, recently transitioning from working with clients in-home to only working with those enrolled in our camp + coaching program at our facility in Goodlettsville, TN.
    I became a Certified Training Partner of the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA CTP) in 2017 and also received a certificate in Applied Animal Behavior through University of Washington in 2...


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    Jaimie Shaw

    Certified in Training & Counseling (CTC)

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    The Greater Metro Chattanooga Area

    m Jaimie Shaw, CTCSouthern Mutt owner and Training & Behavior Consultant. Welcome! I'm so glad you're here, and I hope we'll have the opportunity to work together. Good training can create amazing results. I love seeing the turnaround in a dog's behavior, but even more I love watching my students and clients get so much joy from their dogs. It's wonderful seeing dogs' lives improved because the...


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    Bre Kenworthy

    CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified Groomer, AKC Approved Evaluator, Pet First Aid and CPR

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Board and train, Puppy training

    Nashville

    I began my dog career journey as a balanced trainer, using aversive/corrective training methods in addition to positive training methods. However, I started noticing subtle, but significant affect these methods had on dogs. I knew there had to be a better way, so I started focusing on using positive training methods. The results were amazing! The dogs regained their confidence, and most importa...


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    Telani Lasoleille

    CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, UW-AAB, FDM, CTDI, Fear Free Certification

    Reactive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Puppy training

    Nashville and surrounding areas, Mt. Juliet and surrounding areas.

    I became passionate about dog training in 2001 as an owner of a dog-reactive dog. I was searching for a mentor to help me and my dog build a better relationship with each other, and the world around us. My mentor walked me through the science behind dog training, and together, we overcame the fear-based reactivity in my own dog. I was inspired by the positive reinforcement techniques I had lear...


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    Katie Williams

    KPA CTP, FFCP

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Nashville

    A welfare-centered animal trainer with Instinct Nashville, focusing on life-skills, reactivity and cooperative care. She works with clients on adult dog manners, puppy development, and behavior issues including fear and anxiety. Katie is a Fear Free Certified training professional (FFCP) and Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP)
    with years of experience reducing fear, anx...


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    Manuela Connatser

    Animal Behavior College Honor Graduate Dog Training, Absolute Dogs Pro Dog Trainer and Geek Certified. Petco Certified.

    Aggressive dog training, Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Knoxville, Powell, Oak Ridge, Farragut, Fountain City, Halls, Karns, Hardin Valley, Kingston, Maryville, Friendsville, Alcoa, Lenoir City, Clinton, Seymour,

    Hello, my name is Manuela Connatser, and I am a certified, professional dog trainer. What started as a passion for dogs, has turned into my career that I love. I started The Canine Clubhaus in 2012 with a vision to help dogs be understood by their owner-guardians and to help owners to have a dog that is an well behaved, compassionate, and loyal companion.

    I originally moved from my hom...


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    Leah Lykos

    Canine Resistance Training

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

    Chattanooga, Red Bank, Hixson, Signal Mountain

    I'm a dog "trainer," but more so a coach for humans who need help with their canine relationships.

    I believe that dogs are basically wild at heart, and I want to help keep them that way! Living with us in our domesticated world isn't always easy for them, so let's channel their natural drives in a way that keeps them emotionally balanced and out of trouble. In this method we make a dee...


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    Ayelet Berger

    Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), IAABC Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), CCPDT Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) Fear Free Certified Training Professional Family Paws Licensed Educator Professional Member, IAABC Professional Member, APDT

    Board and train, Puppy training

    Ayelet is co-owner and President at Instinct Nashville. She is also Director of People and Culture, because positive reinforcement is needed on both ends of the leash. She works with clients on a wide range of behavior goals and her passion is working with dogs experiencing fear and anxiety. Ayelet is co-Founder of Force Free Tennessee, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professiona...


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    Julie Farris

    "Certified Behavior Consultant , Canine (CCPDT)Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)Professional Member, APDTSupporting Member, IAABC"

    Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training

    Davidson County, Williamson County & Wilson County

    Julie Farris is co-owner, co-Director of Training and a Certified Behavior Consultant for Instinct Nashville. Julie oversees our board and train program as well as provides behavior consultations involving fear, anxiety and aggression for our clients. She is certified in both behavior and training through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and a graduate of Universi...


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    Jesse Armour

    In home training, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Originally from Colorado, Jesse made the move to Memphis in 2016 after college to be closer to family. After spending 6 years pursuing a career in the field of mental health, Jesse realized life is too short not to pursue your passions and made the move to work full time with animals. In her spare time Jesse enjoys creative pursuits, like painting and crafting.

    Jesse currently lives wi...


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    Haley Arnott

    Board and train, Off leash training, Puppy training

    Driven by her passion for dogs, Haley launched The Good Hound in 2012, specializing in puppy training, off-leash training, and weekly hikes. Over nine years, she grew it to 8 employees and 125+ weekly clients before selling it to her Operations Manager.

    In 2019, she started Rocky Top Dog Training in Nashville, TN, focusing on puppy training, on-leash obedience, and off-leash freedom. H...


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    Jessica Baba

    Board and train, Protection/guard dog training

    Jessica is an obedience trainer and demonstrator for Nashville K-9. She’s been an integral part of the training team since 2006. Prior to Nashville K-9, she trained in obedience in southern California where she was raised. She attended UC Berkley as an undergrad and completed law school at the University of San Diego. She enjoys hiking, kickboxing, and culinary arts.

    Jessica voluntee...


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    Beth Clayton

    Board and train, Protection/guard dog training

    Beth has been a life-long student. She has been a high school counselor, a tax accountant, and now a kennel technician (aka aspiring trainer). One consistent thing in her life is her love of animals, especially dogs. In her spare time, Beth enjoys hiking, strength training, and spending time in the mountains.


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    Dustin David

    Board and train, Protection/guard dog training

    Dustin is an apprentice trainer at Nashville K-9, engaged in day to day activities and immersing himself in the multiple facets of the dog industry.

    Dustin is a native of Naples, FL and has always had a passion for animals. His family is deeply involved with the Florida English Bull Dog Rescue and supportive of their efforts in finding good homes for bull dogs in need. Dustin is a grad...


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    Bob Deeds

    Aggressive dog training, Board and train, Reactive dog training, Puppy training

    Bob Deeds retired as a Canine Search Specialist with Texas Task Force One of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Bob and his K9 partner, Kinsey, worked at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks, through Hurricanes Ivan, Katrina, and Rita, to name a few. Kinsey was a recipient of the PDSA, Dickin Medal...A British award, the highest award in the world for animal gallantry. In 1996, Kinsey w...


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    Karen Deeds

    Aggressive dog training, Board and train, Reactive dog training, Puppy training

    Karen Deeds began her career with canines competing in the obedience show ring. Following an incident with her show dog in 1990, resulting in a major behavioral problem, Karen learned the importance of understanding canine behavior and how to manage and modify it.
    Karen was the Tarrant County Veterinary Medical Association’s, 2009 “Community Service Award” winner, for her work in th...


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    Fanna Easter

    Board and train, In home training

    Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), IAABC
    Certified Separation Anxiety Instructor (CSAT)
    Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), CCPDT
    Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP)
    Fear Free Certified Training Professional
    Professional Member, IAABC
    Professional Member, APDT
    Fanna has been instructing dog training group classes and in home beha...


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    AnnMarie Easton

    CPDT-KSA, PMCT4, FFCT, Ph.D.

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

    Memphis, Germantown, Collierville, Southaven, Horn Lake, Hernando, Shelby County, DeSoto County

    AnnMarie Easton is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge & Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA), a Pat Miller Certified Trainer 4 (PMCT4), and a Certified Fear Free Trainer with a PhD in microbiology and immunology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and is uniquely skilled at applying scientific principles to dog training. She continually sharpens her dog training skills through con...


The Best Chattanooga, TN Dog Trainers In 2024

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    Leah Lykos

    I'm a dog "trainer," but more so a coach for humans who need help with their canine relationships.

    I believe that dogs are basically wild at heart, and I want to help keep them that way! Living with us in our domesticated world isn't always easy for them, so let's channel their natural drives in a way that keeps them emotionally balanced and out of trouble. In this method we make a dee...

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The Best Knoxville, TN Dog Trainers In 2024

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    Manuela Connatser

    Hello, my name is Manuela Connatser, and I am a certified, professional dog trainer. What started as a passion for dogs, has turned into my career that I love. I started The Canine Clubhaus in 2012 with a vision to help dogs be understood by their owner-guardians and to help owners to have a dog that is an well behaved, compassionate, and loyal companion.

    I originally moved from my hom...

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The Best Memphis, TN Dog Trainers In 2024

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    Jesse Armour

    Originally from Colorado, Jesse made the move to Memphis in 2016 after college to be closer to family. After spending 6 years pursuing a career in the field of mental health, Jesse realized life is too short not to pursue your passions and made the move to work full time with animals. In her spare time Jesse enjoys creative pursuits, like painting and crafting.

    Jesse currently lives wi...

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  • Bob Deeds Photo

    Bob Deeds

    Bob Deeds retired as a Canine Search Specialist with Texas Task Force One of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Bob and his K9 partner, Kinsey, worked at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks, through Hurricanes Ivan, Katrina, and Rita, to name a few. Kinsey was a recipient of the PDSA, Dickin Medal...A British award, the highest award in the world for animal gallantry. In 1996, Kinsey w...

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  • Karen Deeds Photo

    Karen Deeds

    Karen Deeds began her career with canines competing in the obedience show ring. Following an incident with her show dog in 1990, resulting in a major behavioral problem, Karen learned the importance of understanding canine behavior and how to manage and modify it.
    Karen was the Tarrant County Veterinary Medical Association’s, 2009 “Community Service Award” winner, for her work in th...

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The Best Nashville, TN Dog Trainers In 2024

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    Heather Moore

    Heather Moore has 20 years of experience training dogs and helping owners to modify their dogs' problem behaviors. She worked with Purely Positive Dog Training in Charleston, SC until recently relocating to TN. She has been a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) and Pet Professional Guild (PPG). Her own dogs have titled in AKC Rally Obedience Novice and Advanced, and earned The...

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    Telani Lasoleille

    I became passionate about dog training in 2001 as an owner of a dog-reactive dog. I was searching for a mentor to help me and my dog build a better relationship with each other, and the world around us. My mentor walked me through the science behind dog training, and together, we overcame the fear-based reactivity in my own dog. I was inspired by the positive reinforcement techniques I had lear...

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    Ayelet Berger

    Ayelet is co-owner and President at Instinct Nashville. She is also Director of People and Culture, because positive reinforcement is needed on both ends of the leash. She works with clients on a wide range of behavior goals and her passion is working with dogs experiencing fear and anxiety. Ayelet is co-Founder of Force Free Tennessee, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professiona...

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Welcome to Tennessee’s list of top dog trainers. The Tennessee list is based on 331 votes from the Sniffspot community. Only the Tennessee dog trainers with the top number of votes made this list. Trainers are ordered by number of votes, with Kym Iffert at the top of this list with 128 votes.

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

Tennessee dog trainer services include:

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

Dog trainers in Tennessee selflessly set pets up for success. Kym Iffert shares why they chose this path: I adopted a dog from a shelter that had a multitude of physical and behavioral concerns. As a family, we had to make some very challenging decisions about her welfare and her future. I became a dog trainer to learn more about how to help other dogs and families navigate behaviors and challenges in a safe, humane and non-judgmental environment.. All 50 trainers on this Tennessee list are committed to positive reinforcement. Trusted Tennessee trainer, Heather Moore, uses the following methods: I am a positive trainer and use positive methods ONLY. I do not use shock collars, e-collars, choke chains, prong collars, etc. As for my process, it is different for every dog. I use what motivates your dog and we come up with a behavior plan to fit your dogs needs..

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FAQ: Top Puppy dog training Dog Trainers in Tennessee

How did Sniffspot determine the best dog trainers in Tennessee?

After collecting 331 votes, we compiled a list of the top trainers in Tennessee. These experts have proven their skills in Reactive dog training, Puppy dog training, and more with Kym Iffert leading the pack.

What sets Kym Iffert apart in Tennessee?

With certifications like CPDT-ka, LFDM-stk, FPPE, APHE, Fear Free Training Professional, ABC-CDT, Low Stress Handling - silver certification, Fear Free Shelter, Kym Iffert offers a well-rounded approach to Reactive dog training and Puppy dog training. They focus on Reactive dog training, ensuring that each training session addresses specific behavior challenges.

What motivates Tennessee dog trainers?

Kym Iffert began their journey into dog training because I adopted a dog from a shelter that had a multitude of physical and behavioral concerns. As a family, we had to make some very challenging decisions about her welfare and her future. I became a dog trainer to learn more about how to help other dogs and families navigate behaviors and challenges in a safe, humane and non-judgmental environment..

What’s the top training advice from Kym Iffert?

According to Kym Iffert, the key to successful Reactive dog training training is Understand WHY your dog behaves the way it does, and find a common ground to meet the needs of the entire family..

What do other trainers recommend in Tennessee?

Heather Moore suggests focusing on Telling your dog 'no' doesn't tell them much. It tells them you are not happy with them but does not tell them what to do instead. Teach your dog a cue that will tell them what you want them to do such as 'off' rather than 'no.', Jenna Slutzky emphasizes reward your dog..

What qualifications do these Tennessee trainers have?

All of the trainers on our list hold certifications like Reactive dog training, reflecting their expertise and commitment to professional development. Many also volunteer with Tennessee rescue organizations.

Why are these qualifications important?

These certifications ensure that the trainers are well-versed in the latest Reactive dog training and Puppy dog training training techniques, providing your Tennessee dog with the best possible care.

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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.

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