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Kelly L.

I Love Doing Overnight Care, And I'm Not Opposed To Sleeping With Dogs Or Cats.

Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have references for pet care, and over night pet sitting. I did purchase insurance but need to locate that document or company. I watch pet training shows every week, it's fun and interesting to me. I've taken a couple dogs through puppy training class and know what resource guarding looks like, but not qualified to train in...
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Active Dog Lover !

Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I grew up with dogs and have experience training our German Shepherd family dog who we got as a puppy! I also dog sitting for a lot of my friends and love playing and caring for fur babies!
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Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Seattle, WA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
dog training
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I have worked extensively with pets - I have pet sat for many members of my community, and worked as a dog walker here in Seattle. I have also worked as an animal trainer in a professional research lab. I'm very comfortable with dogs of all sizes, cats, rabbits, birds, and pretty much any pet you could have, and I'm happy to...
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Experienced Dog Mom

Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
7 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
I have had dogs all my life, since I was a kid my parents always gave me all the responsibility for my dogs and cats. I am blessed for having an amazing 1yo dog which I proudly trained myself. I am from Brazil and I recently moved to Seattle from San Francisco, and I used to work as a dog walker and a nanny. I am studying to be...
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61 Y/o Disabled But Functioning MD Insane About Cats And Dogs.

Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 28 years of experience in Family Medicine with humans. I adopted a supposedly viscous dog who just needed basic training and a responsible sober human to accept, love and cherish her. I've had multiple cats and once actually did, with the help of my dad, another FP, drain an abcess on my beloved Max who I miss every day....
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Substitute Dog And Cat Parent

Seattle, WA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I've been pet sitting since 2017. I love animals. I've had many cats and a few dogs of my own in my life. I had an aunt that was a dog breeder and I helped a friend with her dog walking business in the past. I've self trained, in addition, and I'm still improving my skills in dog and cat behavior. I started working with...
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I Love Pets! I Work Well With Children And Pets As Well. As Long As Pets Are Trained!

Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I've done pet sitting for a couple families on a different app. I love bonding and going for walks with dogs! I myself was a pet owner.
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Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Ive grown up with dogs my whole life (Golden Labs, Jack Russel Terriers, and many other mixes in breed and sizes). I trained my family's Golden-doodle (Pumpkin) in addition to our Chocolate Lab (Hershey) and learned how to train dogs from our neighbor when training our Jack Russel (Lulu) but I will only enforce any training...
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Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
My name is Rhonda I love children and animals, namely, dogs, and cats. Currently, I help train, how sit and dog walk a 10-month-old Bernice mountain dog two days a week. Though I do not have a dog training certification, it is something I have been doing off and on for years and feel I have been successful at it. I also spend...
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Puppy Mom!

Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Zaya, I'm 22 years old and have three dogs and two kittens! I have eight years of experience in the pet industry! I've worked with dogs all breeds all sizes, specifically in person protection like bite work, or pull work! I've also done basic puppy training level one through five, and service dog training!...
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Caregiver

Seattle, WA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a well rounded experience with dogs including managing medication, observing and correcting dog behavior, basic command training, overnight boarding, and much more!
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Pet Sitter And Caregiver

Seattle, WA

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$12/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Rylee and I absolutely adore animals and pets! I can do pet sitting, dog walking, bathing and light care, and I am always open to other jobs that may be needed! I also have experience and informal training on handling emergencies, dealing with aggravated and aggressive large dogs, and training dogs while...
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Seattle, WA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a real love for animals. I have trained several of our dogs and am comfortable around both large and small dogs. Cats are also wonderful and I enjoy caring for them as well.
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Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had a cat since I was little and now currently have a German Shepard Aussie that is 2 years old. I have grown up around animals and have watched and takin care of family members animals as well as friends in my neighborhood. I have trained my dog and friends dogs to be fully potty trained, tricks, and much more. I love...
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Seattle, WA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
Since I was little, I've always loved animals! I grew up with a golden retriever, a mini lop bunny, and a sweet orange cat. I have experience fostering both cats and dogs. The last dog I fostered was an 80 Lb German Shepherd with special medical needs; that was people reactive on walks but an absolute love at home. I have been...
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Seattle, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
Growing up as the only child interested in pets, I learned to care for my animals' nutrition, veterinary, and training needs. After conquering the care of my chickens, rabbits, and reptiles, I was ready for a dog. At just 8 years old, I worked as a dog walker to convince my parents I was ready for a dog of my own. When they...
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Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there, I'm Carly! I've grown up with dogs since childhood and later on gained an equal fondness for cats :) During my previous role as a nanny, I trained the family's COVID puppy for two years including leash and potty training, daily walks and socialization. I frequently care for my sister's large dog and cat while she...
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Seattle, WA

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$22/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have pet-sit for about 6 different dogs through TrustedHousesitters and family over the past couple years. In addition I grew up with cats and have cared for them with years. I enjoy taking dogs on hikes and doing casual training and enrichment!
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Seattle, WA

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$21/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I would love to help care for your pets! I have had my dog for over 12 years and love animals of all kinds. I offer dog walking, house training, pet sitting in your home, and playtime and enrichment for your pets and especially puppies and kittens.
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Experienced Pet Care

Seattle, WA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hi there! I have spent my entire life growing up with dogs, cats, horses and every kind of animal you can imaging. I worked on a horse farm for 5 years and have experience with service dog training. I'm eagar to help and am a fast learner!
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  • 60 dog trainers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.71/hr as of July 2025

FAQs for finding dog training near you in Seattle, WA

On average, dog training near you in Seattle, WA costs $21.71 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.

Hiring a dog trainer near you in Seattle, WA 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.

The rate at which you should visit a professional dog trainer near you in Seattle, WA 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.

To find good dog trainers or dog obedience classes near you in Seattle, WA, 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.

Engaging a professional dog trainer near you in Seattle, WA 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.

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