Transforming dogs, and the lives they touch, across Seattle & South King County šļø
At Northwest Dog Trainers (NWDT), we do more than teach commands, we build trust, clear communication, and real-life results that stick. Every dog-and-owner relationship is different, so we create a plan that fits your goals and your dogās needs.
We specialize in the tough stuff: reactive dog training, leash reactivity, fear/anxiety behaviors, aggression rehabilitation, and behavior modification. We also offer puppy training, obedience training, private sessions, group classes, Canine Good Citizen (CGC) training, service dog training, and board & train options.
Serving Seattle, Des Moines, Burien, Federal Way, SeaTac, Tukwila, Renton, Kent, Auburn,
Training & services
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Behavior consultationProgram details
Canine Good Citizen preparationProgram details
Obedience trainingProgram details
Puppy trainingProgram details
Behavior support
Aggression trainingProgram details
Reactivity trainingProgram details
How training happens
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Group classesProgram details
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Private trainingProgram details
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Senior dogsCustomer-reportedProgram details
Assistance and working dogs
Service dog trainingProgram details
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Rescue dogsCustomer-reportedProgram details
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Training Evaluation (1 Dog š¶)Program details
Evaluation Appointment ā In Person Location: 22659 Pacific Hwy S Ste 201 Des Moines, WA 98198 This session is a chance for us to meet you and your dog at our Des Moines location. Weāll go over your training goals, talk about your dogās history, and get a feel for their current obedience level. Our goal is to make sure you leave with a clear plan and feel confident about your next steps. Have questions? Just let us know, weāre happy to help! Ā· Listed price: [object Object]
Training Evaluation (2 Dogs)Program details
Evaluation Appointment ā In Person Location: 22659 Pacific Hwy S Ste 201 Des Moines, WA 98198 This session is a chance for us to meet you and your dog at our Des Moines location. Weāll go over your training goals, talk about your dogās history, and get a feel for their current obedience level. Our goal is to make sure you leave with a clear plan and feel confident about your next steps. Have questions? Just let us know, weāre happy to help! Ā· Listed price: [object Object]
Training Evaluation (3 Dogs)Program details
Evaluation Appointment ā In Person Location: 22659 Pacific Hwy S Ste 201 Des Moines, WA 98198 This session is a chance for us to meet you and your dog at our Des Moines location. Weāll go over your training goals, talk about your dogās history, and get a feel for their current obedience level. Our goal is to make sure you leave with a clear plan and feel confident about your next steps. Have questions? Just let us know, weāre happy to help! Ā· Listed price: [object Object]
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5/5Northwest Dog Trainer exceeded every expectation I had. My dog used to react to everything, and walks were exhausting. After working with their team, sheās become calm, focused, and enjoyable to be around. Every trainer truly cares, and they celebrate every bit of progress with yā¦Read full reviewClose full review
Northwest Dog Trainer exceeded every expectation I had. My dog used to react to everything, and walks were exhausting. After working with their team, sheās become calm, focused, and enjoyable to be around. Every trainer truly cares, and they celebrate every bit of progress with you. It never felt like boring training. It felt like spending time with people who genuinely wanted me and my dog to succeed.
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Sione Lalakai
5/5
Northwest Dog Trainer completely changed both my dogās life and mine. My dog was extremely reactive before we started, but now sheās so much calmer and easier to handle. The trainers are patient, supportive, and always willing to help whenever you need it. The atmosphere is so positive that training never felt like workāit was something I genuinely looked forward to every week.
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Bryan Eligio
5/5
I honestly didnāt think my dog would ever stop reacting to other dogs and people, but Northwest Dog Trainer proved me wrong. The transformation has been incredible!. The entire team creates such a welcoming environment, and they make learning easy and enjoyable. Instead of feeling nervous about training, I always left smiling because it felt like hanging out with great friends.
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benny
5/5
Northwest Dog Trainer exceeded every expectation I had. My dog used to react to everything, and walks were exhausting. After working with their team, sheās become calm, focused, and enjoyable to be around. Every trainer truly cares, and they celebrate every bit of progress with you. It never felt like boring trainingāit felt like spending time with people who genuinely wanted us to succeed.
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5/5I canāt thank Northwest Dog Trainer enough for everything theyāve done. My dog went from being very reactive and difficult to handle to becoming a dog I truly enjoy taking everywhere. The trainers explain everything in a way thatās easy to understand, and everyone is so supportivā¦Read full reviewClose full review
I canāt thank Northwest Dog Trainer enough for everything theyāve done. My dog went from being very reactive and difficult to handle to becoming a dog I truly enjoy taking everywhere. The trainers explain everything in a way thatās easy to understand, and everyone is so supportive. The best part is how fun the sessions areāit never felt like a chore. It felt like spending time with friends while learning something valuable.
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