Best Dog Trainers in West Hollywood, CA (Just Updated)

We looked at 4 dog training businesses across West Hollywood. Private training starts at about $98 per hour while board-and-train programs run between $3,780 and $6,060 total (which is usually 2-3 weeks in length).

Barklen developed and uses our own published criteria, which basically tells you how we score businesses and the methods we use to rank them.

In West Hollywood, the highest scoring programs are See Spot Stay, Paw Paw Dog Training & Behavior, and The Well-Heeled Dog.

Last updated: Sep 6, 2026

See Spot Stay
See Spot Stay
West Hollywood, CA
Score 86

Home-based board-and-train with rescue dog rehabilitation roots—owner founded a nonprofit rescue before shifting to training

4.2(5 Google Reviews)

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Paw Paw Dog Training & Behavior
West Hollywood, CA

KPA-certified trainer with specialized coursework in aggression, separation anxiety, and sound sensitivities, serving LA's Westside and South Bay for 18 years

5.0(9 Google Reviews)

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                I have referred my clients and their pets for dog training to Susan for more years than any other trainer and have had only pleasing reports. I’ve been impressed - and I’m hard to impress.
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The Well-Heeled Dog
West Hollywood, CA

CPDT-KA trainer with 17 years experience specializes in preparing dogs for life with babies and children, including free community safety workshops

4.0(1 Google Reviews)

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Pawcific Dog Academy Los Angeles
Pawcific Dog Academy LA
West Hollywood, CA

Specializes in reactivity and aggression cases other trainers turn away, with all training done in real LA locations like Griffith Park rather than controlled environments

5.0(7 Google Reviews)

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All dog trainers in West Hollywood

Every published trainer in West Hollywood, including listings beyond the first page of cards.

How much does dog training cost in West Hollywood, CA?

Across 4 West Hollywood private-lesson programs with published hourly rates, private sessions average $98 per hour, about 32% below the California median of $145.

Dog training prices in West Hollywood, California by program type

  • Private Lessons

    Typical low
    $92 per hour
    Typical high
    $184 per hour
    Samples
    4
  • Board and Train

    Typical low
    $3,780 total
    Typical high
    $6,060 total
    Samples
    3

What training methods do West Hollywood trainers use?

Look for clear program names, published or quoted pricing, and an honest method description when choosing a dog trainer in West Hollywood. Among trainers in West Hollywood who disclose a method, 25% use balanced methods and 75% are force-free. See our methodology for how method labels are assigned.

Where else can I find dog trainers near West Hollywood?

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Frequently asked questions about dog trainers in West Hollywood

How much does dog training cost in West Hollywood, CA?

Across 4 West Hollywood private-lesson programs with published hourly rates, private sessions average about $98 per hour. Within each program type, typical prices fall between the 10th and 90th percentile of like-for-like published amounts. Group classes are usually the lowest-cost option, while board and train programs cost more because they include lodging and daily training.

How do I choose a dog trainer in West Hollywood?

Compare program types, published prices when available, training methods, certifications, and whether the trainer accepts reactive or aggression cases in West Hollywood. Prefer listings with clear program details over vague promises.

Which West Hollywood trainers accept aggressive dogs?

4 of 4 published dog trainers in West Hollywood, CA accept reactive or aggression cases (yes or case-by-case). Filter the directory for “Takes reactive dogs” to see them.

Are these dog trainers in West Hollywood verified?

Yes. Every listing on this page was reviewed against the business's public materials and published by Barklen. That is not a license, insurance, or certification check. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.