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The average posted rate is $15/hr as of December 2024

The average star rating for rated dog trainers is 4.8

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Andrew R.


Columbus, OH

$8-18/hr6 yrs exp

I Love Animals And Walking! I Have Extensive Experience In Caring For And Training Dogs.

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I grew up with animals and volunteered at a dog shelter for 5 years when I lived in Cincinnati and for one year when I lived in Australia. I am comfortable training with positive reinforcement.
Andrew can also help with: Pet sitting
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Ali S.


Columbus, OH

$25-35/hr

Experienced Dog Sitter/Trainer

I have extensive experience working with all types, ages, and behavioral ages of dogs, and have been employed. For 8 months I worked closely with a renowned dog trainer to train a new and highly energetic puppy for a busy and complex family I was nannying for. I love all pets, and am super responsible!
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Eva L.


Columbus, OH

$8-13/hr8 yrs exp

I have been babysitting for over eight years and dog/cat sitting for over four. I love kids and animals. I dog-sit frequently for my friends and neighbors. I have experience with puppies in training and older dogs that have to take medicine daily. In addition, I have babysat newborns up to teenagers.
Eva can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
Hey there! I'm Brandy and it's nice to meet you! I have over 15 years of experience caring for animals including having 2 dogs and 2 cats of my own currently. I do train dogs and enjoy going on walks. I frequently walk my own and do a lot of socializing at dog parks. If you are looking for someone to come walk and socialize your...
Brandy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Kellyn H.


Columbus, OH

$20-40/hr3 yrs exp

Exercising Your Furry Pets

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Grooming and Pet Walking. I can possibly do drop-in visits as well. I am a college student at tOSU. I have trained my own and other dogs in 4-H for 8 years. My dog has also won multiple state titles at The Ohio State fair, including: obedience, AKC good citizen, and trick dog. So I...
Kellyn can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, dog training
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Mary N.


Columbus, OH

$12/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Prepared To Care For Your Pets!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My mom is an emergency Veterinarian, and I live on a farm with multiple dogs and cats! I have also done multiple years of dog sitting during my summer breaks from college! I am equipped to care for large and small dogs, cats, horses, and small goats as well! I'd describe my personality as detail oriented, caring, excited...
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
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Kaelin S.


Columbus, OH

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Kaelin..

Hello! Let me know if you need any help with your furry friends! I have tons of experience with dog walking, sitting, feedings and many others! I have my own dog, an Aussie, named Freddie who I trained myself! I love caring for pets, it's so rewarding
Kaelin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Ariel B.


Columbus, OH

$8-13/hr

I Want To Love On Your Animals!

I grew up with dogs, and have had my own for 8 years. I spent the last 6 months in Richmond helping my sister grow her dog boarding and training business. Now that I'm back in Ohio, and have seen more of the magic of dogs, I want to give your dogs/cats/animals love when you can't be there. Walking is my favorite pastime, and...
Ariel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Jacque N.


Columbus, OH

$16/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Animal Caregiver

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Hello my name is Jacque. I am a professional dog trainer who has worked for both the ASPCA and Best Friends Animal Society as a behavior specialist and an animal caregiver. In addition to walks and drop in appointments, I can also offer alternative forms of exercise, such as flirt pole, tug, scent work, field trips, brain...
Jacque can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, dog training
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"I have a dog who doesn't always like new people. Jacque had the skill and patience to build a relationship with Arrow. She then took care of him multiple times and I knew he was in the best hands. Arrow also loved having her come visit!"

Lexi D.

Hello! I'm an animal lover, I'm very good with dogs, I have a pitt bill myself I trained him on my own. He's great, I love going on walks with my dog and playing outside, teaching him tricks! I would love to sit for your animals
Celeste can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Kelly S.


Columbus, OH

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

Over 10+ years of pet sitting, including walking, feeding, watching, playing with, and more. I love all dogs and cats of all sizes and ages, and am the happy owner of two dogs myself. I can also perform baths and assist in basic training.
Kelly can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Mariana B.


Columbus, OH

$15-20/hr

Part-Time And One-Time Pet Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mariana! I have owned 3 dogs in my life all for over 10 years! 2 German Shepherd's and one Mini Poodle. I LOVE dogs and also good with cats! I can help with walking, training, cleaning, watching etc. Some people call me "the dog whisperer" hehe :) Hope to work with you soon!
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Emalie R.


Columbus, OH

$13-20/hr3 yrs exp

Love Any Type Of Pet!

I have been cats with the help of my mom for several years, taking care of their needs. I also train my own dogs, as well as look over my family's two dogs and five fish when he and my stepmom are out of town.
Emalie can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
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Ashley G.


Columbus, OH

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I have a 6-month-old puppy named Stewie. I also grew up training dogs with my father. He owned his own dog training Company so I'm really good with dogs.
Ashley can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Alison S.


Columbus, OH

$15-20/hr

Dog Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Toy Poodle mom here! He is 14 years old and had grown to need several pain medicines over the years therefore no issues giving medicines. I'm comfortable with all sizes but prefer under 50lbs. I prep my own dogs special diet so no issues if I need to do that for your fur baby. Exercise for dogs is needed for physical and...
Alison can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Alison was amazing. we have 2 dogs and one of them is very shy with new people. she was so great with him. she took great care of our dogs while we were out of town. I'm so glad we found her. I definitely don't worry about our dogs while we are away. she sent...

Robyn W.

As a fellow animal lover I will treat your animals with love and kindness. I have trained my dog and can ensure that I am fully capable of taking good care of your furry friends. I also have 2 cats and enjoy giving them play time and am comfortable feeding, transporting, and playing with them.
Alicia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hello, my name is Kerri! I have owned a small chihuahua named Nacho since I was in third grade but unfortunately he passed last October, ever since then I have been wanting to care for another fur baby! At the moment I cannot afford to adopt my own so I would love to help out with anyone who needs their child walked or dogsat! I...
Kerri can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
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Amber W.


Columbus, OH

$12-25/hr3 yrs exp

I've been around all sorts of animals all my life and grew up with both cats and dogs. Currently I own two golden retrievers, but I love all breeds. I have been walking and dog sitting for family and friends for a few years now and find a great deal of enjoyment in it. I am not a certified trainer, but I do also enjoy working on...
Amber can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Hanna F.


Columbus, OH

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Loving Pet Sitter

Hi my name is Hanna! I am a huge animal lover ! I have been working with animals since I was young, I showed my dog while I was in 4H and showed her semi professionally until I went to college! I have been training dogs semi professionally for about 9 years! I am looking forward to speaking with you!
Hanna can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
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Leatriz I.


Columbus, OH

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Pet Care Available

I provide dog sitting in your own home for either a weekend away or a week plus away. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I enjoy helping train them.
Leatriz can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting

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Dog training can help your dog thrive

Finding a qualified and experienced dog trainer can be a great solution to many of the behavioral issues that owners are often faced with, as well as basic...

Finding a qualified and experienced dog trainer can be a great solution to many of the behavioral issues that owners are often faced with, as well as basic training such as crate training. Not only can they provide helpful training advice, but they can also offer expert tips on how to control difficult dog behaviors long-term. By having access to a specialized dog trainer, you'll benefit from their knowledge and experience, designing a personalized plan of action for your pup's needs.

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