Dog trainers in Columbia
Force-free trainers make up 3 of the 5 dog trainers listed in Columbia, Missouri, and the other 2 don't state their methods. All 5 have a Bark Score. The Devoted Dog is Gold Rated at 4.4, and Ann Gafke’s Dogschooling and Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue both score 4.1. All 5 cover basic obedience, leash skills and recall. Group classes are offered by 4, and 1 trainer holds the CPDT-KA.
Ranked by member recommendations and the Bark Score. How we rank them
- Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.4Gold Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-free
Ann Gafke’s Dogschooling
private 1:1, group class, online/virtual. Helps with basic obedience, recall, leash, therapy dog.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.1Silver Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeUnchained Melodies Dog Rescue
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Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.1Silver Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeColumbia Canine Sports Center
We offer a variety of basic manners classes - AKC S.T.A.R.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.8Silver Rated TrainerTraining methodsNot statedDog Daze Playcare
board & train, day school, private 1:1. Helps with herding, gun/hunting, basic obedience, recall.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot stated
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Questions people ask
Which dog trainers in Columbia, Missouri train force-free?
3 of the 5 trainers in Columbia are labelled Force-free: The Devoted Dog at 4.4, Ann Gafke’s Dogschooling at 4.1 and Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue at 4.1.
Are there group dog training classes in Columbia?
Yes. 4 trainers in Columbia run group classes and 3 offer private 1:1 sessions. Board and train, day school and online sessions are each offered by 1.
What credentials do Columbia trainers hold?
1 trainer in Columbia holds the CPDT-KA and 1 holds the KPA-CTP. Credentials count for 25% of a trainer's Bark Score. Each trainer's profile shows the credentials they list.