Areas served: Alpharetta, GA and surrounding North Fulton County
Alpharetta offers diverse dog training options ranging from basic obedience to specialized behavioral modification programs. Local trainers employ various methodologies including positive reinforcement, balanced training, and problem-specific approaches for reactivity, aggression, and anxiety. This directory catalogs certified trainers, group classes, private sessions, and board-and-train facilities serving Alpharetta families and their dogs.
Zoom Room is a premium dog training facility in Sandy Springs offering comprehensive training programs including puppy classes, obedience training, behavior modification, and board & train services. Their certified trainers use positive reinforcement methods to address everything from basic manners to complex behavioral issues, with flexible options for group classes and in-home training. They also provide daycare and boarding services, making them a full-service destination for dog owners seeking professional training and socialization in a controlled, enriching environment.
Barking Hound Village is Atlanta's largest dog boarding, daycare, grooming, and training company, founded in 1999 on the promise to treat dogs like their own. Led by Michael Litzky (CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA) and a team of certified professional dog trainers, BHV Training offers private training, group classes, board-and-train programs, and day school using proven positive-reinforcement methods grounded in applied animal behavior. They serve all of Metro Atlanta with multiple locations and specialize in everything from puppy essentials and obedience to aggression management, separation anxiety, and behavior modification—all pain-free and force-free.
Off Leash K9 Training Atlanta, owned by Army veteran Bryan Swihart and JoAnne Swihart, specializes in professional dog obedience training, puppy training, nosework, and therapy dog training across the Atlanta area. They offer customizable training packages including private lessons, board-and-train programs, and behavior consultations using military-grade training techniques designed to work on dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes. Their approach focuses on creating off-leash obedience and strengthening the bond between owners and dogs, with trainers drawing from military, rescue, shelter, and veterinary backgrounds.
Frogs to Dogs is a premier pet care and training facility in Decatur specializing in comprehensive dog training, behavioral modification, and pet care services. They offer day camp training, unlimited group classes, board and train programs, private behavioral training sessions, dog walking, and pet sitting. The experienced team specializes in working with dogs with behavioral challenges, including fear-based aggression and reactivity, and provides daily video updates during boarding so owners can monitor their pets.
Canine Ph.D. Dog Training in Decatur transforms misbehaving dogs into well-mannered companions through professionally credentialed instruction. They offer private one-on-one training, group classes covering everything from puppy socialization to reactivity and aggression, board-and-train programs, swimming lessons, and boarding services. Their trainers specialize in difficult behavioral issues like aggression, reactivity, fearfulness, and separation anxiety—problems other trainers won't tackle—while also helping with everyday manners and new puppy development.
Ranger Dog Training is a mobile dog training company based in Lithia Springs serving Metro Atlanta. Founded by U.S. Military veteran Ken Cappello, they specialize in personalized obedience training, behavior modification, and specialized service dog training including PTSD and mobility support dogs. Beyond one-on-one sessions, Ranger Dog Training offers board & train programs, group training classes, daycare, and boarding services tailored to each dog's individual needs and temperament.
Dogs We Trust is a full-service dog training facility in Mableton offering personalized training programs, boarding, and doggy day camp. Led by experienced trainers with over 20 years combined experience, they specialize in customized training plans tailored to each dog's unique needs and personality. Their approach focuses on helping dogs learn to function confidently in family and social settings, with a philosophy that emphasizes patience, safety, and building trust between dogs and their owners.
PK9 Dog Training Facility is a professional dog training service in Tucker offering comprehensive obedience training, behavior modification, and specialized programs for dogs of all ages and temperaments. Their experienced trainers work with individual dogs and groups to address behavioral issues, teach basic commands, and help owners develop effective training techniques. PK9 combines hands-on training with owner education to ensure lasting results for both dogs and their families.
OTCK9 Academy is a veteran-owned and certified dog training academy in Woodstock offering comprehensive dog services including professional obedience training, board & train programs, behavior modification, puppy training, doggy daycare, dog dayschool, boarding, and professional grooming. They are a post-secondary approved academy certified under the Vocational Act of 1990, staffed with certified professional dog trainers who specialize in addressing leash pulling, aggression, reactivity, and poor social skills through proven, structure-focused training methods. Beyond owner training, they also operate a certified grooming academy to train the next generation of professional groomers.
Canine Country Academy is a full-service dog training facility in Lawrenceville specializing in obedience, behavior modification, and dog sports. Founded by Paula Nowak over 12 years ago, the academy offers group classes (puppy manners, foundation skills, agility, scent work, barn hunt), private coaching sessions, board-and-train programs, and comprehensive behavior consulting for issues like reactivity, aggression, fear, and separation anxiety. Their team of certified trainers uses 100% positive reinforcement methods and takes a holistic approach to address root causes rather than symptoms, often collaborating with local veterinary clinics for cases with underlying physical issues.
Superior Dog Training in Marietta offers comprehensive dog training services including obedience training, behavior modification, and board-and-train programs. Their experienced trainers work with dogs of all ages and temperaments to address behavioral issues and teach essential commands. They also provide pet boarding services, making them a one-stop resource for dog owners seeking professional training and care.
Comprehensive Pet Therapy (CPT) is Atlanta's most respected dog training company with over 30 years of experience training more than 50,000 dogs. CPT offers comprehensive services including obedience training (puppy through advanced), behavior modification, agility training, service dog training for people with disabilities, cat training, dog boarding, and expert witness services. Their trainers have co-authored 17 peer-reviewed canine neuroscience studies and bring competition-level expertise to evidence-based training delivered through group classes, private lessons, in-home instruction, virtual sessions, and board-and-train programs.
Atlanta Dog Trainer is an independent dog training facility in Alpharetta offering comprehensive obedience training, behavior modification, and puppy socialization classes. They provide both group classes and in-home training sessions tailored to individual dog and owner needs, with experienced trainers specializing in addressing common behavioral issues like aggression, reactivity, and anxiety.
Zoom Room Dog Training is the top-ranked provider in the area with a Lantern Score of 84.72/100 and a 5-star rating from 106 reviews. They specialize in comprehensive training programs including puppy classes, obedience training, behavior modification, and board & train services, and are particularly well-suited for new dog owners, puppies, and busy professionals needing combined daycare and training.
Several top-ranked facilities specialize in behavioral modification: Canine Ph.D. Dog Training (4.9★, 186 reviews) in Decatur transforms misbehaving dogs through professionally credentialed instruction, while Off Leash K9 Training Atlanta (4.9★, 420 reviews) specializes in obedience and reactivity training. Frogs to Dogs (4.9★, 259 reviews) also offers comprehensive behavioral modification and socialization programs for rescue dogs and reactive dogs.
Zoom Room Dog Training (Lantern Score 84.72) and Frogs to Dogs (Lantern Score 83.69) both offer day camp training programs combined with professional instruction, making them ideal for working professionals. Barking Hound Village Training (Lantern Score 84.17), Atlanta's largest facility founded in 1999, provides intensive training alongside daycare services for busy owners.
Yes, Atlanta Dog Trainer is located directly in Alpharetta and offers comprehensive obedience training, behavior modification, and puppy socialization classes with both group and private options. They hold a 4.8-star rating from 546 reviews and are well-suited for first-time dog owners and families with puppies.
Off Leash K9 Training Atlanta (Lantern Score 83.86) is owned by Army veteran Bryan Swihart and specializes in professional obedience and service dog training, while Ranger Dog Training (Lantern Score 82.96) is a mobile service founded by U.S. Military veteran Ken Cappello. OTCK9 Academy (Lantern Score 81.67) is also veteran-owned and certified, offering board & train programs and professional grooming in Woodstock.
Comprehensive Pet Therapy (CPT) in Atlanta has the longest track record with over 30 years of experience training more than 50,000 dogs (Lantern Score 79.92, 4.7★). They offer comprehensive services including obedience training, service dog preparation, and behavior management for competitive dog sports.