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Dog Trainers in Iowa

70 of the 513 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we track in Iowa are dog trainers and obedience classes. Full listings for every city are on the Iowa page.

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Dog trainers vary significantly by format, ranging from private in-home visits and outdoor group classes to multi-week board-and-train programs. Programs may focus on basic puppy obedience, specialized reactive-dog rehab, or task-based training like herding and agility. A map location will not tell you a trainer's methodology, group class size, or whether they require a preliminary evaluation before booking.

Des Moines 8

  1. Imperial Canine Obedience

    6218 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321-1404

    Mon-Thu 12pm-6pm, Fri 4pm-6pm

    Call Website All Des Moines

  2. All Dogs Unleashed Dog Training Des Moines

    699 Walnut St Ste 400, Des Moines, IA 50309

    Indoor
    Call Website All Des Moines

  3. Knox Canine Training

    1631 NE 58th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313-1623

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  4. Pawsitive Stays

    3930 NE 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

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  5. ARL Humane Action Network

    5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313-2528

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  6. Des Moines Obedience Training Club

    1423 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315-5406

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  7. Silver Bullitt K9 Training

    Des Moines, IA

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  8. Freedom K9 LLC

    1340 Spring St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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Ankeny 5

  1. Zoom Room Dog Training

    1875 N Ankeny Blvd Ste 105, Ankeny, IA 50023

    Tue-Thu 11am-8pm, Sat-Sun 9am-5pm

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  2. Elite Obedience Training

    405 SE Magazine Rd, Ankeny, IA 50021-3528

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  3. Golden Paws K9 Obedience

    2406 NW 17th St, Ankeny, IA 50023

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  4. Kai's Obedience Llc

    1595 Ne 69th Pl Ste 93, Ankeny, IA 50021-5803

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  5. Mind Your Manners Obedience LLC

    502 N Ankeny Blvd Ste 9, Ankeny, IA 50023

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Cedar Rapids 3

  1. Pawsitive Paws Academy

    137 30th St Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

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  2. A Better Dog 4U

    1925 Wilson Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

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  3. Petsmart Dog Training

    4325 Westdale Pkwy SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-9088

    Call Website All Cedar Rapids

Dubuque 3

  1. FidoFit Dubuque

    595 Huff St Ste C, Dubuque, IA 52003

    Mon-Fri 6:30am-6:30pm

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  2. That's My Dog!

    5110 Wolff Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002-2563

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  3. Better Bonds Training Llc

    3339 Hillcrest Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002-3809

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West Des Moines 3

  1. Tails of Excitement Dog Training

    6216 Pleasant St, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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  2. Vetco Vaccination Clinic

    6805 Mills Civic Pkwy, Ste 140, West Des Moines, IA 50266

    Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 9am-8pm

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  3. Mann's Best Friends

    1147 20th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

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Clive 2

  1. Zoom Room Dog Training

    13101 University Ave Ste 4, Clive, IA 50325

    Mon-Thu 11am-8pm, Fri 2pm-8pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm

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  2. Dog Training Elite Des Moines

    8801 University Ave Ste 22, Clive, IA 50325

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Fort Dodge 2

  1. Home-Sweet-Home Pet Care

    1416 6th Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

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  2. Fort Dodge Kennel Club Training Center

    210 10th St NW, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

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Iowa City 2

  1. Spot and Co

    123 Stevens Dr #1, Iowa City, IA 52240

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  2. Best Friends Dog Academy, Llc

    4852 Sand Rd Se Bldg C, Iowa City, IA 52240-8207

    Website All Iowa City

Marion 2

  1. Hackles & Hide K9 Academy

    6270 Partners Ave, Marion, IA 52302-4733

    Call Website All Marion

  2. Awesome Atlas Enterprises Inc

    925 17th St, Marion, IA 52302

    Call All Marion

Mason City 2

  1. Petco Animal Supplies

    568 Indian Head Dr, Mason City, IA 50401

    Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 9am-8pm

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  2. Vetco Vaccination Clinic

    568 Indian Head Dr, Mason City, IA 50401

    Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 9am-8pm

    Call All Mason City

Mount Vernon 2

  1. Superstar Service Dogs, LLC

    2451 Business 30 SW, Mount Vernon, IA 52314

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  2. Superstar Service Dogs, LLC

    2451 Highway 30, Mount Vernon, IA 52314

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Windsor Heights 2

  1. Sit Means Sit Dog Training

    7672 Hickman Rd, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

    Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 9am-8pm

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  2. All Breed Dog Obedience Training

    7380 Hickman Rd, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

    Call Website All Windsor Heights

Adel 1

  1. Adel Canine Campus

    203 Nile Kinnick Dr S, Adel, IA 50003-1728

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Albia 1

  1. Albia Good Dog

    115 Washington Ave E, Albia, IA 52531

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Altoona 1

  1. Anna Childs Dog Training

    5555 NE 88th St, Altoona, IA 50009

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Ames 1

  1. Cyclone Country Kennel Club

    205 E 2nd St, Ames, IA 50010

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Anamosa 1

  1. Alpha House K9s

    21751 90th St, Anamosa, IA 52205

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Bettendorf 1

  1. SpeakDog Training

    826 40th Ave, Bettendorf, IA 52722

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Bradgate 1

  1. Lizard Creek Gun Dog

    1146 190th St, Bradgate, IA 50520-8710

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Burlington 1

  1. Barb's Dog Obedience

    12378 Highway 61, Burlington, IA 52601

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Cascade 1

  1. Stone Hollow Dog Training

    21882 Badger Rd, Cascade, IA 52033

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Cedar Falls 1

  1. Loyal Start Dog Training

    3233 Crescent Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613

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Clinton 1

  1. Big River Canine Coach

    2740 S 17th St, Clinton, IA 52732-7051

    Sat-Sun 8am-10am

    Call Website All Clinton

Coralville 1

  1. Boundinghound

    2345 James St, Coralville, IA 52241-1836

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Council Bluffs 1

  1. Sunshine Obedience School-Gerianne Darnell

    11092 240th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Earlham 1

  1. Happy Acres Dog Training

    1526 Hogback Bridge Rd, Earlham, IA 50072

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Edgewood 1

  1. Twisted Clovers LLC

    36106 Littleport Rd, Edgewood, IA 52042

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Fairfield 1

  1. Lingo Dog Training

    202 W Burlington Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556

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Glidden 1

  1. Riles Grooming LLC

    129 E 4th St, Glidden, IA 51443-1010

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Hull 1

  1. East Point Kennel

    2018 2nd St, Hull, IA 51239-7603

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Leon 1

  1. Maybe It's Magic Dog Training

    23612 260th St, Leon, IA 50144-1767

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Marshalltown 1

  1. Mind Your Manners Obedience LLC

    2412 Parker Ave, Marshalltown, IA 50158

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Mechanicsville 1

  1. Poseidon's K9 Island L.L.C.

    200 N Oak St, Mechanicsville, IA 52306

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Newton 1

  1. Pet Kingdom

    2501 1st Ave E Ste D, Newton, IA 50208

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North Liberty 1

  1. True Paws Dog Training

    Scales Bend Rd NE, North Liberty, IA 52317

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Orange City 1

  1. Karssen K9s

    201 Albany Ave SE, Orange City, IA 51041

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Oskaloosa 1

  1. Butler's Charcoal Ridge Doggy Daycare and Grooming

    404 S 17th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577

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Peosta 1

  1. Starkeeper Kennels

    8182 New Melleray Rd, Peosta, IA 52068

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Prole 1

  1. KPB Dog Training

    3232 190th St, Prole, IA 50229

    Tue-Thu 4:30pm-8pm

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Shell Rock 1

  1. Creature Comforts

    302 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA 50670-9601

    Call All Shell Rock

Swisher 1

  1. Marsh Brake Retrievers

    1395 Curtis Bridge Rd NE, Swisher, IA 52338-9590

    Call All Swisher

Urbandale 1

  1. Sit Means Sit Dog Training Des Moines

    3821 71st St, Urbandale, IA 50322-3259

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Walcott 1

  1. CM Academy Of Dog Training

    8905 210th St, Walcott, IA 52773

    Mon 5:30pm-7:30pm, Wed 6pm-8pm, Sat 8:30am-10:30am

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Winterset 1

  1. Kawa Farms K-9 Training

    1839 Fox Trl, Winterset, IA 50273-8313

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Winthrop 1

  1. Good Happy Puppy Dog Training

    155 6th St S, Winthrop, IA 50682

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Woolstock 1

  1. MaryO's 'Good Dog' Training

    2380 320th St, Woolstock, IA 50599

    Call Website All Woolstock
Verify vaccination rules early. Most facilities and group classes require proof of rabies, DHPP, and bordetella vaccines before your dog's first session.

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Good to know

What is the difference between group classes and private lessons?

Group classes help dogs learn to focus around real-world distractions alongside other pets, making them ideal for basic commands and socialization. Private lessons offer one-on-one attention tailored to specific behavioral issues, reactivity, or unique household routines. Private sessions often take place at your home, while group classes are typically held at a facility or public park.

How much do dog training sessions usually cost?

Group obedience classes typically run between $150 and $350 for a multi-week series. Private single sessions or in-home consultations often range from $75 to $200 per hour. Immersive board-and-train programs are more costly, frequently ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 depending on the duration and scope.

What should I ask a trainer before hiring them?

Ask about their core training philosophy, credentials, and what tools or equipment they require you to use. It is also helpful to clarify their policy on family participation so everyone in your household uses consistent commands.

How long is a dog in heat?

A dog's heat cycle typically lasts for several weeks, averaging about three weeks in total. During this period, female dogs should be kept away from communal spaces across Iowa to avoid accidental breeding. Owners can explore 70 dog parks in Iowa to plan future visits once the cycle ends.

How long does a dog stay in heat?

Female dogs usually stay in heat for about three weeks, during which they can attract male dogs from significant distances. To ensure safety, restrict outdoor play to private, fully fenced yards throughout Iowa. Our guide lists 70 dog parks in Iowa for safe exercise options after the heat cycle completes.