- Sheila Williams
- Sheila Williams - In Home Private Dog Training - Des Moines, IA
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- Des Moines, IA - As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), I am committed to providing exceptional dog training and behavioral solutions that prioritize the well-being and happiness of your...
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- Michael Powles
- Platinum Private Dog Training - Des Moines, IA
- Des Moines, IA - At Platinum Dog Training, we believe that training owners is just as important as training their dogs. That’s why all of our training is done via...
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Ashley Mapes
- Dog Training, Board and Train - Swan, IA
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- Swan, IA - Is your furry friend jumping on guests, chewing up your favorite shoes, or struggling with basic manners? As an Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT) with...
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Ashley Mapes
- Match Your Lifestyle and Needs To A Perfect Dog Breed - Swan, IA
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- Swan, IA - Are you thinking about or do you know that you are going to get a dog or puppy in the future? By matching your lifestyle and needs...
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- Chanda Hallen
- Lingo Dog Training - Fairfield, IA
- Fairfield, IA - Hello everyone. I'm a member of the administration team of the Pandemic Puppy Raising group and owner of Lingo Dog Training. I have experience raising a puppy...
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- Dog Gone Problems
- Dog Gone Problems - Dog Training - Omaha, NE
- Omaha, NE - Welcome to Dog Gone Problems. We are a team of Dog Behaviorists and Dog and Puppy trainers who exclusively use positive reinforcement (+R) and Force Free (FF)...
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- Steve Watts
- FidelityK9 - In Home Private Dog Training - Omaha, NE
- Omaha, NE - Training at Fidelity K9 is accomplished through one or more of the three programs. 1. Private Training – This is done by the hour for simple problems....
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- Kara Hollars
- Personal Family Dog Trainer - Viola, IL
- Viola, IL - At PFDT, we are passionate about nurturing the bond between pets and their owners through comprehensive training programs. Since 2017, we've been serving dogs of all breeds...
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Puppy Training Philosophy & Support - Iowa
How do top puppy trainers approach training, and are plans customized?
Top puppy trainers focus on positive reinforcement, early learning, and trust-building between puppies and their pet parents. By rewarding good behaviors instead of punishing mistakes, puppies learn faster in a calm, low-stress environment that supports confidence and healthy development.
✨ Yes - training plans are always customized.
Every puppy is unique. Trainers consider age, breed, temperament, and home environment when creating a plan. Whether you’re working on:
Potty training
Crate training
Puppy socialization
Nipping and biting
Leash manners
Each session is tailored to support your puppy’s growth and your lifestyle.
Do puppy trainers in Iowa offer virtual or ongoing support as puppies grow?
Yes. Many puppy trainers provide virtual sessions and ongoing guidance throughout the puppy stages. Because puppies develop rapidly, continued support helps address new behaviors as they appear, before they become habits.
Ongoing support may include progress check-ins, real-time coaching, and help navigating common puppy challenges. Having access to a knowledgeable trainer, online or in person, helps your puppy grow into a confident, well-mannered companion.