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The Best Dog Trainers in Mesa, AZ of 2025

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July 10, 2024

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

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    Kennedi Travis

    CPDT-KA Fear Free AKC Certified Evaluator Be a Tree Presenter Dog Bite Prevention Educator

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

    Fountain Hills

    Hello! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Kennedi and I am a dog trainer that works in the community of Fountain Hills, AZ, and the surrounding areas. I am CPDT-KA Certified, a Fear Free Certified Professional, an AKC CGC Certified Evaluator, a Certified Bite Prevention Educator, and a Be A Tree Presenter through Doggone Safe.
    I am very passionate about my work and care deeply for an...


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    Angelina McCaster

    CPDT-KA, Family Dog Mediator

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

    Central & South Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler

    Our lead trainer, Angelina McCaster, has been working as an animal advocate in the rescue community for over a decade, and training dogs professionally for just over 7 years. As one of only TWO Certified Family Dog Mediators in the state of Arizona, and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), she is proud to be an advocate for continued education and scientific advancement in the animal...


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    Troy Bogden

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

    Despite growing up with dogs and training many for family and friends, I ended up adopting a couple of dogs who were exhibiting some severe behavior issues that I was unable to resolve. After working with a few local dog trainers and getting no results, like many dog owners, it didn't take long for me to begin feeling frustrated. So I began attending dog trainer schools and workshops, as well a...


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    Doris Curran

    In home training

    Doris Curran is a professional dog trainer and behavior counselor, certified by the Academy for Dog Trainers under Jean Donaldson and by the CCPDT (Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers)

    B.S. Sociology - Professional Photographer - Fluent in German

    Educational seminars and conferences attended include: Dr. Roger Abrantes, Bob Bailey, Jean Donaldson, Dr. Ian Dunba...


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    Andria Fuller

    Aggressive dog training, Board and train, In home training, Protection/guard dog training, Reactive dog training, Service dog training, Puppy training

    I'm from the Clinch Valley mountains deep in southwestern Virginia (Virginia, not West Virginia). My dad was a rodeo man and a lumberjack/logger. So, animals were a big part of my upbringing. I left Virginia for Detroit after high school where I lived for 20 years bartending and going to school. I moved to Phoenix in November of 2020, right at the beginning of Covid. I moved here from Detroit...


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    Dennis Miner

    In home training

    I love dogs! As a kid, I was often "followed" home by stray dogs, sometimes at the end of an improvised leash. My curiosity about animals, especially the wonderful relationship between humans and dogs, lead me to studies in behavioral science, canine behavior, and the science behind the process of learning. Eventually, I created Omega Dog Training in Tempe to offer an affordable, effective, ...


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    Matthew Smolich

    Board and train, In home training, Puppy training

    Pawsitive Experts was founded by internationally recognized Holistic Dog Trainer Matthew Smolich. After 8+ Years in the Dog Training industry working for companies around Arizona such as Paws In The Park Dog Training, Petco as the District Dog Training Mentor, and The American Kennel Club, Matthew decided to make his own dream come to life and help dogs directly in his clients homes.

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    Cody Williams

    In home training

    My name is Cody. I grew up in a small town in rural northern California. As a kid, I was raised around dogs (Boxers) and other pets, and quickly developed interest in just about all living things. In high school I was offered my first job at The Aquarium & Pets, a pet store in Red Bluff, California. Naturally with a job like that, I occasionally came home with new animals and developed all sort...


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    Sharon Witherspoon

    In home training, Puppy training

    Sharon combines her love and respect for dogs and her years of professional experience as an educator and a counselor together with a positive, scientifically based training program to help you have a well-behaved family pet. Sharon is certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, the only accredited organization certifying dog trainers. To maintain this ...


Welcome to Mesa’s list of top dog trainers. The Mesa, Arizona list is based on 134 votes from the Arizona Sniffspot community. Only the Mesa dog trainers with the top number of votes made this list. Trainers are ordered by number of votes, with Kennedi Travis at the top of this list with 115 votes. We also counted 439 votes for Arizona, with the remaining trainers listed outside of Mesa.

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

Mesa dog trainer services include:

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

Behind every successful Mesa training session lies a passionate professional. Kennedi Travis shares why they chose this path: I became a dog trainer to improve the lives of the dog's and people in their lives. So many dog's end up in shelters because of preventable behavior problems that training can solve.. All 9 trainers on this Mesa list are committed to positive reinforcement. Trusted Mesa trainer, Angelina McCaster, uses the following methods: Every relationship between dog and guardian presents its own unique challenges and individual goals, and teaching you how to help set them up for success is the best way to establish long term solutions. We always start clients out with an initial consult so that we may create and recommend a custom training plan, and then do our best to cater to your needs as well as your dogs'. We're here to help build your relationship and understanding with your dog so that we can safely + comfortably work towards trust, with the goal of getting your family to a place where you feel safe working with your dog, without tools or methods that cause them pain or discomfort..

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FAQ: Top Dog Training Services in Mesa, Arizona

How were the best dog trainers in Mesa, Arizona selected?

We gathered 134 votes from local dog owners to identify the top trainers in Mesa. These trainers, including Kennedi Travis, are experts in Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, and other diverse areas of training and offer tailored services in Mesa to meet your dog’s needs.

What services does Kennedi Travis provide in Mesa?

In Mesa, Kennedi Travis specializes in offering Deaf dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training. Their services are designed to address a variety of behavioral issues, including: I work with dogs that have social anxiety, separation anxiety, and reactive dogs..

What are the qualifications of Mesa’s top dog trainers?

Kennedi Travis and other leading trainers in Mesa hold certifications such as CPDT-KA, Family Dog Mediator, CPDT-KA Fear Free AKC Certified Evaluator Be a Tree Presenter Dog Bite Prevention Educator, which demonstrate their commitment to excellence in Mesa dog training.

What is the most important tip from Kennedi Travis?

According to Kennedi Travis, the key to successful training is My #1 dog training tip is to provide enrichment activities for your dog. A little enrichment goes a long way!.

Why are these trainers the best choice for dog owners in Mesa?

Kennedi Travis and others in Mesa are the best choice for dog owners because of their specialized services, including Aggressive dog training, Reactive dog training, In home training, Puppy training and Aggressive dog training, Board and train, Reactive dog training, Puppy training. Their methods are effective in helping dogs overcome behavioral challenges.

How do Mesa dog trainers stay up-to-date with training techniques?

Trainers in Mesa regularly participate in continuing education and certification programs, such as CPDT-KA, Family Dog Mediator, CPDT-KA Fear Free AKC Certified Evaluator Be a Tree Presenter Dog Bite Prevention Educator, to ensure they are providing the most effective and current training methods. Kennedi Travis and their colleagues also frequently work with animals at Mesa shelters, rescues, and so on.

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