Dog trainers in Tucson

You'll find 20 dog trainers in Tucson on this page, and 19 have a Bark Score. Group classes lead here, with 12 trainers running them, and 11 offer private 1:1 sessions. 7 trainers are force-free, 2 are balanced and 11 haven't stated their methods. Building Bonds has a Bark Score of 4.8, the only Platinum Certified trainer in Tucson. Several trainers also help with AKC Canine Good Citizen preparation and agility.

Ranked by member recommendations and the Bark Score. How we rank them

  1. Building Bonds

    Welcome to Building Bonds, where every dog is unique, and so are our services.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score4.8
    Platinum Certified Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  2. The Complete Canine

    private 1:1, group class. Helps with basic obedience, agility, recall, leash.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score4.2
    Silver Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  3. Start Pawsitive Dog Training

    board & train, private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, recall, leash.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score4.1
    Silver Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  4. New Dogs – Old Trix

    Personalized Dog Training will take the stress out of your relationship with your dog.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score4.0
    Silver Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  5. Empire Ridge Ranch

    private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, recall, leash.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score4.0
    Silver Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  6. PetSmart Dog Training Tucson Arizona

    Accredited trainers teach fun & effective classes with positive reinforcement for dogs of all ages.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.9
    Silver Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  7. Petco Dog Training Tucson Arizona

    private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, recall, leash.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.9
    Silver Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  8. Central Pet Tucson

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.7
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsBalanced
  9. Elevate Dog Center

    day school, private 1:1. Helps with basic obedience, recall, leash, agility.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.6
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  10. Zauberberg! German Shepherd Breeder and Dog Training in Tucson

    online/virtual. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, protection/guard.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.5
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsBalanced
  11. Bandana Dog Training

    private 1:1, board & train. Helps with basic obedience, recall, leash.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.5
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  12. Journey Agility Dog Training & Behavior

    board & train, group class. Helps with puppy, agility, basic obedience, recall.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.4
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  13. Paws Up

    Paws Up canine caregivers are committed to the well being of everyone in our community, dogs and humans alike.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.3
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  14. Sublime K9

    Our goal is to strengthen the relationship between every dog and owner we encounter.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.3
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  15. Sublime K9

    Our goal is to strengthen the relationship between every dog and owner we encounter.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.3
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  16. Dog Masters Training

    private 1:1. Helps with basic obedience, recall, leash, aggression.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.2
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  17. True Dog Daycare and Training Center

    online/virtual.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.2
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  18. Guthrie Security Dogs

    group class. Helps with basic obedience, recall, leash.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.2
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  19. Paw Commons Pet Resort & Training Center – Tucson

    private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.1
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  20. Ruff House Dog Training

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark ScoreNot scored yet
    Training methodsNot stated

Questions people ask

Where can I find group dog training classes in Tucson?

12 of the 20 trainers in Tucson run group classes, making it the most common format here. 11 offer private 1:1 sessions, 4 offer board and train and 3 offer online sessions.

Which Tucson dog trainers prepare dogs for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test?

5 trainers in Tucson list AKC CGC test preparation, and 4 offer agility. Most trainers here focus on basic obedience, leash manners and recall.

Is there a Platinum Certified dog trainer in Tucson, Arizona?

Yes. Building Bonds is Platinum Certified with a Bark Score of 4.8 and is labelled force-free. The Complete Canine scores 4.2 and Start Pawsitive Dog Training scores 4.1.