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60 dog trainers are listed in Encino, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog trainers is 5 years
Dog trainers in Encino, CA
I may only claim 7 years paid pet sitting/boarding but I have been doing this most of my adult life.
While living in San Diego I worked through a Pet care center where I have 15, 5 star reviews. Reviews available on request.
There have been dogs and cats in my life since I was a toddler. I have boarded friend's dogs or...
Kristine can also help with: Pet sitting
Ashley M.
Encino, CA
$18-23/hr
I have a golden doodle puppy who is 4 months old. I have trained her and am her main caretaker. I have also boarded dogs and bathed them, walked them daily and had lots of pets and cuddles!
Ashley can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
(1)
I am a professional dog sitter/walker, looking to work with one or a few families as a long-term pet sitter.
I currently am a single mom to a 2-year-old Siberian Husky gal and a 1. 5-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix; both rescues with Massive energy. Though I've taken a break from professional sitting for awhile to care for...
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"We just adore Megan! She’s kind, loving, boundaried and deeply responsible. She takes incredible care of our kids, and they love being with her. She’s reliable, responsive and has been a vital part of our family for 2 years now. She helps with driving, play dates,...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am very experienced in working with animals. I grew up with several dogs, cats, and horses, and helped train and take care of them. Additionally, I have worked for several professional pet care services such as PJ's Pups, Rover, and Wag (in both New York City and Portland). I have worked as both a dog walker and dog/cat...
5.0
"Maya cared for my two cats for a week while I was out of town. Very responsible and sent me daily updates on how things were going. I would definitely hire her again!"
Tasha S.
4.3
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Dog and cat nanny available! And other pets are welcome too!
Seeking a companion position for pet-parents that travel, or a regular position offering 10+ hours per week as a dog/pet nanny.
I have 15 years of domestic experience, which includes pet care, personal assistance, home management, housekeeping, nannying, and...
Nate can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Nate and her daughter are a great team and I felt no stress being away from home knowing my cat was in good hands. Nate was communicative, friendly and just seems like a cool person! I'll definitely be working with Nate and/or her daughter in the future."
Cristin T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Cody, and I've been providing pet care in our community for over four years. I started with house sittings, boardings, dog walking, and cat care, and eventually began working at a dog rescue. There, I was introduced to another side of pet care, working with senior dogs, energetic puppies, anxious rescues, and those...
Cody can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Cody is a very kind, and helpful individual. I had an injury that kept me inside and unable to bend down. I couldn't clean up after my inside cats, or care for my outside plants, and feral cat. He willingly took on those assignments, and was always gracious...
Stacey R.
Clarissa R.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter Looking For Occasional And Last Minute Needs
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I have had years of experience taking care of dogs and cats, to fish and chinchillas. I was originally going to go for my veterinary degree so I have lots of general knowledge and common sense, as well as experience from my previous animal science classes and hands on training. I will always treat your loved ones like...
Clarissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"She took care of my house and cat for a week, she kept everything clean and even my cat loved her (which is very surprising). She did a very good job and I would recommend her to anyone. She is very respectful and responds in a timely fashion. I had a great...
Hsun H.
Julie H.
Reseda, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Mature, Reliable, Nonsmoking Animal Lover Ready To Assist In Taking Care Of Your Pets.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lived in the Los Angeles area for 8 years. I grew up Wyoming and migrated to warmer weather! I have had dogs all of my life.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, loving and reliable.
I like working with animals because they are the definition of unconditional love. Animals bring me joy and entertainment.
I'm...
Julie can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Julie is amazing she showed up on time. She was in total control of my Silken Windhound who has not used to be walked by anyone but me.
I am so grateful to find someone that understands my dog has patience. Pick him up when she’s supposed to walk him for at least...
Care member
4.8
(17)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
All Pets Special Caregiver, with decades of animal experience of all kinds of sizes and shapes.... dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, geese, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, doves, parrots, fish, turtles, and so many more!
I was a Veterinary Technician years ago and have experience with special-need pets that require medical attention:...
Tamme can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Tamme was amazing and great with both of our dogs that have special needs. She keep us updated with text messages and pictures. If you need a dog sitter that you can trust in your house to take care of your dogs she’s the person of you!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have owned a German Shepherd, black lab, pit bull, and now have a Shepherd mix. I have been dog walking for about 5 years now and trained my dog to sit, stay, lay, and not leash pull. Playing with dogs is one of my favorite things to do and dogs are my absolute favorite animal.
Angelina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Angel has been our nanny for over two years. She’s incredibly kind, loving, safe, and we feel so confident that she’s giving the best care to our daughter. Angel is truly the best and our daughter loves her so much and so do we. She’s playful and fun while also...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am a dog lover with about 10 years of experience. I've had several growing up, unfortunately my living situation doesn't allow pets. However I adore all dogs regardless of breed, size and age. Walks and runs are included. I work out so company of a dog would be great to lakes and parks. I enjoy playing with dogs and I'm...
Destiny can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Destiny was always very reliable and on time, my dogs always get very to excited when they see her on our doorstep!"
Denisse A.
4.4
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I offer professional dog sitting services in the comfort of your own home. My passion for dogs spans all sizes and ages. I am equipped to provide baths (excluding specialized grooming) and can administer medication as directed.
To ensure a smooth experience, I kindly request that you share any specific habits or behaviors your...
Stefanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Stefanie is an animal lover thru and thru. I hired her to be a nanny of sorts to my then 12-year-old pug. She took care of him as if we're her own for the next 4 years. This was not just an ordinary dog, this was my best friend. It felt good to know that he...
Daniel V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dear Pretty-Paws and their owners:
I've been a pet-sitter/house-sitter for over 35 years and I am now able to expand my sitting service time due to my new schedule at the medical center, so I've joined Care.com. I began caring for my beagle puppy when I was seven and then on to raising cats. My first office job included walking...
Elyce can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She went out of her way to get to know the kids. She brought things she knew they would like, she made an extra effort. Maintained good control."
Jeff H.
Zeynep U.
Sherman Oaks, CA
$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Love pets and had multiple pets growing up. Also, worked for years to train, walk and sitting dogs even after school while I was in middle school.
Zeynep can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Bridget C.
Los Angeles, CA
$17-22/hr
I have grown up with large dogs my whole life and am an avid dog lover! I have dog sat since elementary school and am comfortable with dogs of any size and training level!
Bridget can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Dogs have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I've worked with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and personalities, and over the years, I've spent a ton of time learning about their behavior, training techniques, and what truly makes them happy.
I specialize in dog walking, sitting, and training, helping owners build...
Artem can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
Danielle S.
Santa Monica, CA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I currently have two dogs. A 1-year-old and a 10-year-old. Both are dachshunds. I fully trained the puppy and have great experience with taking care of all kinds of dogs. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes and ages. I can provide grooming and bathing services for the dogs also.
Danielle can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I grew up with many different kinds of animals in my life. From Rottweilers to Pitbulls to Chihuahuas. I am confident and comfortable with large dogs and have experience training them. I am punctual, respectful and so loving to every animal I come across. I currently have a cat and a shih tzu of my own!
Heaven can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I'm an energetic and passionate recent graduate from UCSC looking for reoccurring pet sitting/babysitting roles!
I have experience in both child and pet care. I've been babysitting since I was 13 and have been affectionately nicknamed "board games girl" by my kids because of my bag of activities! I've taken Girl Scout first...
Maddie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Tania A.
North Hollywood, CA
$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Trustworthy and reliable walker/sitter/boarder with 7+ years of experience. As a trained life coach, I approach dogs the way I approach humans: with curiosity and the desire to understand their individual wants and needs. Whether it's cuddles on the couch or a brain-stimulating training session, my goal is to make sure your pup...
Tania can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Recent dog trainer reviews from local pet parents in Encino, CA
Megan H.
5.0
We just adore Megan! She’s kind, loving, boundaried and deeply responsible. She takes incredible care of our kids, and they love being with her. She’s reliable, responsive and has been a vital part of our family for 2 years now. She helps with driving, play dates, snacks, light housework, meal...
- Care member
Maya B.
5.0
Maya was so great with our 10 week old Pug Pancake! He was well taken care of and so was our home. We will absolutely hire her again!
- Madison B.
Nate H.
5.0
Nate was very helpful and kind. She was on time, nice, funny and very great overall. She helped me with everything I needed and brought me a nice juice. She fixed me lunch and helped me take a bath and took care of my dog too. I will definitely recommend to anyone and use again in the future. 11/10....
- Moriah N.
Cody G.
5.0
Cody is amazing, we feel so happy to have found him. He is exactly what our dog needed.
- Care member
Clarissa R.
5.0
Clarissa is the type of person one is grateful for. Her work ethic is strong and her work attitude is upbeat and focused.
- Joanna B.
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FAQs for finding dog training near you in Encino, CA
How much does dog training cost near me in Encino, CA?
On average, dog training near you in Encino, CA costs $23.33 per hour. That being said, training your dog can range from group classes to individual sessions with a professional and the average cost will depend on various factors, such as where you live, the type of training you receive, home training or board and train, the intensity level and the method used.
Why would I pay for dog training near me in Encino, CA?
Hiring a dog trainer near you in Encino, CA is an excellent opportunity to invest in the health and happiness of your furry best friend. A professional animal behavior specialist will be able to customize a training program tailored to you and your pup's lifestyle, from crate training to advanced commands. They have the knowledge needed to train your pup out of any behavioral issues, and to teach them new skills that will help them for years to come.
How often should I take my dog to a dog trainer near me in Encino, CA?
The rate at which you should visit a professional dog trainer near you in Encino, CA depends on the individual needs of your pet and how quickly they progress through their training program. Generally speaking, it is recommended that you visit your trainer at least once every few months or so in order to continue reinforcing their progress. However if you feel your pet is struggling then more frequent visits may be necessary until their skills improve. Some trainers may offer board and train services, which would also impact the amount of time you'd invest in training.
How can I find the best dog trainers near me in Encino, CA?
To find good dog trainers or dog obedience classes near you in Encino, CA, you can start your search on Care.com. Not only can you sort dog trainer profiles by location and price, but you can read reviews from their current and former customers. That way, you can gain some valuable insight from other pet parents who worked with them.
What type of results can I expect from engaging a professional trainer near me in Encino, CA?
Engaging a professional dog trainer near you in Encino, CA can bring about many benefits including increased obedience and improved socialization skills which will make everyday interactions easier between you and your pup. Training classes should give you an opportunity for both you and your pet to learn new skills together which will allow them develop better problem solving abilities as well as strengthen the bond between the two of you over time which in turn will create an even deeper level of trust between one another.