Dog trainers in Albuquerque

Albuquerque has 9 dog trainers listed, and 5 are force-free, with 1 balanced and 3 not stated. 8 have a Bark Score, and Dogland is Gold Rated at 4.3, with The Academy of Canine Excellence at 4.0. Group classes are the most common format, run by 7 trainers, and 5 offer private 1:1 sessions. 2 work online. Basic obedience, puppies and recall are each covered by 7 trainers.

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

  1. Dogland

    "The primary and most important time for puppy socialization is the first three months of life ...

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score4.3
    Gold Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  2. The Academy of Canine Excellence

    Our staff is our family!

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score4.0
    Silver Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  3. PetSmart Dog Training Albuquerque New Mexico

    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
  4. PetSmart Dog Training Albuquerque New Mexico

    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
  5. Petco Dog Training

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

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.8
    Silver Rated Trainer
    Training methodsForce-free
  6. Sit Means Sit Dog Training Albuquerque

    Sit Means Sit proudly provides top-rated, professional dog training services in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho , Santa Fe , Los Lunas , Los Alamos and surrounding New Mexico areas.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.6
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsBalanced
  7. Acoma Training Center

    Phone 505-266-6436 Address 333 Wyoming Blvd., SE Albuquerque, NM 87123 We welcome Young dogs Senior dogs Small dogs Large dogs Problem dogs All breeds Please note: Acoma has a new policy for privates starting February 24th, 2026.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.4
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  8. Acoma Training Center

    Phone 505-266-6436 Address 333 Wyoming Blvd., SE Albuquerque, NM 87123 We welcome Young dogs Senior dogs Small dogs Large dogs Problem dogs All breeds Please note: Acoma has a new policy for privates starting February 24th, 2026.

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark Score3.4
    Listed Trainer
    Training methodsNot stated
  9. Canine Country Club – Westside

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    Recommended byNo one yet
    Bark ScoreNot scored yet
    Training methodsNot stated

Questions people ask

Are there group dog training classes in Albuquerque?

Yes. 7 of the 9 trainers in Albuquerque run group classes. 5 offer private 1:1 sessions, 2 work online and 1 offers board and train.

Which Albuquerque, New Mexico dog trainer has the highest Bark Score?

Dogland has the highest Bark Score in Albuquerque at 4.3 and is Gold Rated. The Academy of Canine Excellence scores 4.0 and PetSmart Dog Training Albuquerque New Mexico 3.9, all labelled force-free.

Do Albuquerque trainers offer agility or CGC preparation?

2 trainers in Albuquerque list agility and 2 list AKC CGC test preparation. Most focus on basic obedience, puppies, recall and leash manners.