Training is one of the most important investments you can make in your dog.
Train the dog you have today, for the dog you want tomorrow
If you need help finding a trainer locally in the Tri-Cities or elsewhere in the Pacific Northwest, even if it is for a specific canine sport or activity, we’re happy to reach out to some of our connections and get contact information to you. We do not receive compensation from any of the resources listed below. Training resources listed here are included because of our own first hand knowledge of their skill and experience, or because many of our fosters and/or adopters have had positive experiences and seen progress with their dog(s).
If you are a trainer in the Tri-Cities or Pacific Northwest area and would like to be listed as a resource, please email us so we can talk with you and understand the services you provide.
Tri-Cities Area
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Location: 11 W 1st Ave, Kennewick, WA
99336Phone: (509) 581-2846
Website: https://letsgotricities.com/
Offers free evaluations. Group Classes and Private Sessions.
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Location: 2765 Kingsgate Way, Richland, WA 99354
Website: https://4pawsdogworks.com/
Phone: (509) 946-PAWS (7297)
Email: info@4pawsdogworks.com
Obedience or a variety of sports: Agility, Canine Fitness, Rally and Nose Sport classes.
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Location: Pasco, WA 99301
Website: https://www.alwdt.com/
Phone: (509) 845-3134
Offers private lessons, group classes and AKC’s Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) Training/Testing
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Location: Tri-Cities, WA
Phone: (503) 793-4035
Email: Dancingtreedt@yahoo.comtion
Specializing in behavior intervention and advocating for behaviorally challenged canines.
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Location: 1781 N Bellevue Rd, Eltopia, WA 99330
Phone: (509) 661-5534
Email: Check “Contact” page on website
Specializing in training for dogs with anxiety or aggression. Structured programs for Therapy, Emotional Support, and Service dogs.
Select programs may assist in preparing dogs for AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, Canine Good Citizen (CGC), and AKC Urban CGC titles.
Washington & Idaho
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Karina Espinoza
Location: Tieton, WA
Email: houndsfromhelldogtraining@gmail.com
Specializing in severe behavioral issues, the facility also welcomes puppies, therapy dogs, and some psychiatric service dogs.
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Sean & Marta O’Shea
Location: Gig Harbor, WA and Phoenix, AZ
Website: https://thegooddogway.com/
Email: contact@thegooddogway.com
Phone: (360) 441-3256
Board & Trains, Private Session Package, Day Training, as well as Group Classes for behavior modification and rehabilitation
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Stephanie Vichinsky
Location: Post Falls, ID
Email:info@methodk9.com
Website:https://www.methodk9.com/
Phone: (208) 964-4806
Specialize in the training of fearful, anxious, reactive, and aggressive dogs.
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Adam Katz & Carly McCormick
Location: Tacoma, WA
Website: https://www.katzk9.com
Email: katzk9.info@gmail.com
Phone:(206) 351-0475
Specializes in dogs with challenging or severe behavioral issues. From reactivity and aggression to anxiety and destructive behavior.
Contact Adam for information about Protection Sports
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Emily Rose & Mari Gage
Location: Everett, WA
Phone: (425) 418-7495
Email: ccaninee@gmail.com
Rehabilitation for Reactive and Agressive dogs
Offers Board & Trains, Day Training, Boarding & Private Sessions
Before beginning any training program, it's important to ensure your dog is healthy and comfortable. Physical discomfort, illness, injury, dental problems, ear infections, digestive upset, or other underlying medical issues can make it difficult for a dog to focus, learn, or fully participate in training activities.
If your dog experiences a sudden change in behavior, energy level, appetite, or willingness to engage, you may want to consult your veterinarian to rule out potential medical causes before assuming the issue is strictly behavioral.
Diet and behavior are closely connected. A dog's nutrition can influence energy levels, focus, mood, comfort, and overall well-being, all of which can affect behavior.
Health Comes First