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Dog trainers in Marlborough, MA
Halle M.
Marlborough, MA
$15-20/hr
I have extensive experience handling dogs of various breeds, sizes, and temperaments, gained through years of volunteering at animal shelters and assisting with training programs. My skills include assessing a dog's body language to gauge comfort and stress levels, and I'm adept at using positive reinforcement techniques to...
Halle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Maya J.
Marlborough, MA
$15-20/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Not only have a rescued my own dog but I have had experience assisting in dog training as well as fostering cats and dogs.
Maya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Julia S.
Marlborough, MA
$15-35/hr
I have 4 pups at home so I'm very well trained when it comes to animals. I love every animal not just dogs ! Let me know if you're interested
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Shannon H.
Framingham, MA
$10-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Responsible And Experienced Pet Care Provider For Hire At 30% Off Company Cost!
5.0
(1)
I offer 30% off the local companies! I'm an experienced pet care provider from the Framingham area. I have worked for companies, caring for all types of house pets since 2008, including dogs, rabbits, cats and birds. I have experience as a dog walker, trainer, groomer and boarder in the Boston area, as well as a cat sitter and...
Shannon can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Shannon has been a great help and a relief for me to help take my dogs on walks during her scheduled times and even when I need help last minute! She's very helpful and wonderful to communicate with. Very cheery and bright!"
Kara C.
Karen K.
Westborough, MA
$15-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Dear Dog Owner,
I have owned 3 dogs and I have also been a dog sitter for 4 years. I truly love, admire and respect dogs. I have worked with many breeds, and I have owned a Pekonese, Havanese and Saint Bernard ( quite a variety!). In addition, I took my Havanese to 8 individual training sessions. I am not a dog trainer, but I...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
- I have experience volunteering at a no-kill animal shelter where I helped with dogs of various breeds, personalities, sizes.
- My family has had a large range of dogs from a lovely Saint Bernard, a sweet Golden Retriever, and a pack of Pomskys (Pomeranian, husky mixes).
- I have experience whelping and handling and raising...
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have owned dogs all my life - from dachsunds to boxers and now a loving chihuahua. Big or small, I love them all. I have cared for them healthy and sick. I would be delighted to care for your pet just as my own. I am very active, as I am training for my third Boston Marathon, so walks would be a delight. Please reach out to me...
Di can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding
Shannon L.
Framingham, MA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Love All Animals Trying To Get As Much Experience As I Can Dream Is To Become A Veterinarian One Day
Hello I'm Shannon! I'm a 28-year-old college graduate. I have experience at a doggy day care center that was also an overnight kennel. At the kennel there was a cat kennel so I have experience with cats as well. I am trained to care for dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. I am not able to have my own pet in the...
Shannon can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Hi! I have been in the animal care industry for over 10 years, primarily caring for and training horses and dogs. I pay close attention to the animals I am working with so they can be their happiest and healthiest. I have experience with exotic pets as well. I am active and friendly and so excited to get to know your animal pal
Maxine can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking
Sheila W.
Boxborough, MA
$15-50/hr
I am a personal owner of two dogs, I've also worked with some dogs, doing pop ins making sure your furry friends are okay, fed and walked! Willing to work with any dog as long as they're trained well.
Sheila can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I am college graduate with a background in Psychology and ABA behavior therapy. While I do not have a background in dog training, behavior therapy gave me a lot of transferable skills to use in my work with animals. I have taken care of my dog, Ollie, for the past 12 years, so I have seen the puppy stage all the way...
Sofi can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Arianna C.
Westborough, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Arianna, I Have Worked In Pet Care For 3 Years. I Can Bathe/pet Sit/walk Dogs/cats!
Hi I have been working in the pet care industry for some time. I am experienced in the daycare services. Currently I have been working at a pet hospital and am trained as a surgical VA. I can confidently work with any dog breed/energy level.
I'd describe my personality as diligent, caring, and outgoing
I like working with...
Arianna can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi There! I'm hoping I can be the right fit for you and your pet :).
I'm experienced with a variety of animals. I grew up with my sister's pet bunny. She lasted 13 years and was a special part of our lives. I've also been surrounded by cats for a majority of my life. I have a cat of my own as well! Her name is Octavia! I've...
Anne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Oh my gosh. When my old pet sitter retired I didn't think I was going to find someone that I could trust to take care of my pets as much, but I did with Anne. She asked lots of questions about my pets when we first met and again when I was giving her the...
Loni M.
Rachel B.
Hopkinton, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have owned a dog sense I was 5 years old. I have been able to help with training and taking care of them. I also have experience in pet sitting, walking and feeding the dogs when needed.
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Animals are my love and passion. I am a Certified Dog Trainer and Dog Behaviorist and an animal advocate. With over 25 years of pet care experience, I provide care for your pets including feeding, walking, exercise, play time, companionship, new puppy care, training, and overnight care for dogs in your home if needed. I provide...
Natalya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Natalya is amazing! She came to my home, twice a day, to walk and play with my two dogs while I was recuperating from an illness. She was incredibly helpful and kind. Both of my dogs absolutely love her. I was amazed how quickly she had my German Shepherd Dog...
Care member
Tanya B.
Leominster, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have always been a pet lover since I was a small child and have owned dogs, cats, ferrets, geckos, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, fish, rabbits, chickens. I have all types of dogs from chihuahuas, Yorkshire terriers to bulldogs, and pit bulls. I have 3 long haired Chihuahuas, a guinea pig, rabbit, gecko, fish and 3...
Tanya can also help with: Dog training, boarding, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Tanya doesn't give herself enough credit! I am so happy we connected- she is trust worthy, caring, flexible, and really loves what she does. I am so pleased with her work- she isn't going anywhere!"
Megan C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Lifelong dog owner and lover! From small mixed breeds, to Great Danes and German Shepherds, to the wee little Jack Russell Terriers, I love them all and am great with dogs and puppies! I am flexible and versatile in scheduling to play, visit, walk, slow jog, practice training exercises, short-term dog sit, and keep your dog...
Aimee can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Aimee has been a God sent for me and my Havenese puppy!
Fidget is so super energetic and I couldn't control her after work when I got home.
Thanks to Aimee, her extra special attention and her crazy helper Olive, Fidget is pretty worn out by the end of the...
Janet P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Erin and I'm excited to meet your pets! I grew up around many rescue dogs, and have taken that experience into my work. I'm a cat lover as well, feel free to ask for a picture of my family's munchkin cat, Duncan! I am familiar with pets who need extra care due to traumatic pasts, separation anxiety,...
Erin can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Erin was an absolute life saver! She took care of my two corgis while I was out of town for a week and a half. She was extremely communicative, attentive, and caring to my corgis. She stayed overnight, fed them twice a day, and gave them all of the love and...
Kyle W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always been an animal lover since an early age. I grew up with a lab/golden retriever. I've taken care of numerous amounts of dogs in the past. From a Newfoundland to a jack Russell terrier to a wheaten terrier to a small toy dog. Most of the dogs I'm around are hypoallergenic, as I have allergies and it makes the living...
Rachel can also help with: Grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Rachel looked after our 7 month old pup while we were away on vacation for a week. She was an excellent communicator, always checking in and sending photos of our dog while we were away. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again."
Nicole E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals and have had cats and dogs all of my life. I currently have a 2-year-old, 4-year-old and 5-year-old cat of my own. We have two adult children and they laugh when we call them our kids! I currently take care of 2 dogs for 2 different families. One dog I took care of since he was a puppy and he is now two. He always...
Frank can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Recent dog trainer reviews from local pet parents in Marlborough, MA
Shannon H.
5.0
Shannon has been a great help and a relief for me to help take my dogs on walks during her scheduled times and even when I need help last minute! She's very helpful and wonderful to communicate with. Very cheery and bright!
- Kara C.
Anne D.
5.0
Anne was fantastic with our two dogs. She stayed with them for a full week and honestly the best experience we've had with ANY dog sitter. She's so kind and took the very best care of them. And we enjoyed a vacation for the first time, worry free! Our puppy Sammie had lots of playtime! She sent lots...
- Julie K.
Natalya B.
5.0
Natalya is a wonderful pet sitter! We have had her stay at our home with our Golden Retriever on multiple occasions when we went on vacation. She is reliable, professional, and great with our dog! Natalya is excellent at communicating while you are away, so you can relax and know that your pet is...
- Care member
Tanya B.
5.0
Tanya doesn't give herself enough credit! I am so happy we connected- she is trust worthy, caring, flexible, and really loves what she does. I am so pleased with her work- she isn't going anywhere!
- Megan C.
Aimee M.
5.0
Aimee has been a God sent for me and my Havenese puppy!
Fidget is so super energetic and I couldn't control her after work when I got home.
Thanks to Aimee, her extra special attention and her crazy helper Olive, Fidget is pretty worn out by the end of the day.
I am happy she is finally getting...
- Janet P.
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FAQs for finding dog training near you in Marlborough, MA
How much does dog training cost near me in Marlborough, MA?
On average, dog training near you in Marlborough, MA costs $15.00 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 Marlborough, MA?
Hiring a dog trainer near you in Marlborough, MA 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 Marlborough, MA?
The rate at which you should visit a professional dog trainer near you in Marlborough, MA 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 Marlborough, MA?
To find good dog trainers or dog obedience classes near you in Marlborough, MA, 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 Marlborough, MA?
Engaging a professional dog trainer near you in Marlborough, MA 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.