Dog trainers in Austin
Of the 39 dog trainers listed in Austin, 33 have a Bark Score and 2 are Platinum Certified. 10 are labelled Force-free and 6 Balanced, while 23 don't state their methods. 24 offer private 1:1 training, 18 run group classes and 11 offer board and train. Every Dog Behavior and Training has a Bark Score of 4.9 and Beyond the Dog – Austin has 4.8.
Ranked by member recommendations and the Bark Score. How we rank them
Every Dog Behavior and Training
We're a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing inclusive, accessible dog training and behavior resources to the Austin community.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.9Platinum Certified TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeBeyond the Dog – Austin
Beyond the Dog offers the luxury of professional, in-home training in Dallas, Houston, and Kansas City, Tampa Bay and Sarasota.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.8Platinum Certified TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeHearts and Paws
private 1:1, group class, board & train. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, recall, leash.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.7Gold Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeVenture Dog Training Austin
Helping Austin dogs move with ease, feel emotionally balanced, and behave with confidence through posture-first, movement-centric training.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.5Gold Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeSouth Austin Dog Center
day school, in-home, private 1:1. Helps with fear based issues, separation anxiety, reactivity, aggression.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.5Gold Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeRocko’s Dog Training
private 1:1, day school, online/virtual. Helps with basic obedience, recall, leash.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.4Gold Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeFoxy Roxys Doggy Day Out
private 1:1, group class. Helps with basic obedience, recall, leash.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.2Silver Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeMud Puppies 620
day school, private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, recall, leash.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.2Silver Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeMud Puppies NORTH MOPAC
day school, private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, recall, leash.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.2Silver Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-freeTrain My Dogs Austin
Our experienced certified trainers use modern positive reinforcement techniques to teach you and your dog!
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score4.0Silver Rated TrainerTraining methodsForce-free- Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.8Silver Rated TrainerTraining methodsBalanced
Sit Means Sit Dog Training – Austin
Sit Means Sit Dog Training Austin is happy to provide professional dog training and serve in Austin, Texas, along with its surrounding areas.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.6Listed TrainerTraining methodsBalancedSit Means Sit South Austin
Sit Means Sit Dog Training Austin is happy to provide professional dog training and serve in Austin, Texas, along with its surrounding areas.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.6Listed TrainerTraining methodsBalancedAll Dogs Unleashed Austin
group class, board & train, in-home. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, service dog, therapy dog.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedJGO’s Lucky Dog
At JGO's, we understand that leaving your beloved pet can be a stressful experience.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedCat For Dogs Training LLC
private 1:1, board & train. Helps with basic obedience, recall, leash.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedTraction K9 Kennels
online/virtual. Helps with basic obedience, reactivity, aggression, protection/guard.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsBalancedTaurus Academy McNeil
private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedLucky Star Dog Training
private 1:1. Helps with basic obedience.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedTaurus Academy Burnet
private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedTraction Dog Training Club
in-home, board & train. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, reactivity, aggression.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsBalancedTaurus Academy Lake Travis
private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedTaurus Academy Lamar
private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.5Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedTaurus Academy Metric
private 1:1, group class. Helps with puppy, basic obedience.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.4Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedAustin Canine Central
We love to keep dogs smelling, looking, and feeling their very best!
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.4Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedSouthpaws Playschool
group class, day school, online/virtual. Helps with puppy, basic obedience.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.4Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedFidelio Dog Works
in-home, private 1:1. Helps with puppy, basic obedience, recall, leash.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.4Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedLegion Dog Training
Legion Dog Training is built for people who want clarity, structure, and a dog they can actually live life with.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.4Listed TrainerTraining methodsBalancedThe Naked Dog
Understand your dog more, communicate better, and deepen your bond with this free 3-part video training series.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.3Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedTotal Dog
Helps with puppy, basic obedience, reactivity, aggression.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.3Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedThe Hill Country Dog Trainer
We are dedicated to fostering strong, loving bonds between dog owners and their four-legged companions.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.3Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedBecca The Dog Trainer
Providing top-notch pet care and training services for dogs, cats, horses, livestock, and exotics.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.2Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot statedPup Academy ATX
Helps with puppy, reactivity, aggression, recall.
Recommended byNo one yetBark Score3.2Listed TrainerTraining methodsNot stated- Recommended byNo one yetBark ScoreNot scored yetTraining methodsNot stated
- Recommended byNo one yetBark ScoreNot scored yetTraining methodsNot stated
- Recommended byNo one yetBark ScoreNot scored yetTraining methodsNot stated
The Canine Center
An untrained dog is frustrating and can be very expensive.
Recommended byNo one yetBark ScoreNot scored yetTraining methodsNot stated- Recommended byNo one yetBark ScoreNot scored yetTraining methodsNot stated
- Recommended byNo one yetBark ScoreNot scored yetTraining methodsNot stated
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Questions people ask
Which Austin dog trainers have the highest Bark Scores?
Every Dog Behavior and Training has 4.9, Beyond the Dog – Austin has 4.8 and Hearts and Paws has 4.7. All three are labelled Force-free.
How does the ranking work?
Trainers are ranked by Bark Score, from 0 to 5. It weighs Reputation 30%, Ethics (training methods) 40%, Credentials 25% and Service breadth 5%. Nobody can pay for a higher score, and none are hidden.
Which credentials do local trainers hold?
5 trainers hold CPDT-KA, 3 hold CBCC-KA and 1 holds KPA-CTP. By tier, 2 trainers are Platinum Certified, 4 are Gold Rated and 5 are Silver Rated.
Are online sessions or day school offered?
Yes. 6 trainers offer online sessions and 5 run a day school. 24 offer private 1:1 training, 18 run group classes and 11 offer board and train.