Dog Training Business

2 Dog Training Business Success Stories [2025]

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Updated: April 15th, 2025

Professional dog trainers can be an incredibly fulfilling profession, especially for dog lovers.

You can choose to work as an independent dog trainer or work under a company as a part-time trainer.

However, note that dog training takes more commitment for a part-time gig.

To get started, you need some education to understand how dogs behave and train them in new tricks. You will find tons of online resources on dog training.

Alternatively, you can work as an intern with local dog trainers to acquire the skills before setting up your dog training side hustle.

The average hourly rate for dog trainers is just over $50/ hr.

In this list, you'll find real-world dog training business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a dog training business that makes money.

1. Happy Hound University ($96K/year)

self-worth as an entrepreneur is not tied to the success or failure of your business. Stay true to your passion, be patient, and don't be afraid to ask for help or seek mentorship. Stay focused on providing value to your customers and building genuine relationships, and success will follow.

How much money it makes: $96K/year
How much did it cost to start: $0
How many people on the team: 2

I Turned My Love For Animals Into A Growing Dog Training Business

As a side hustle turned full-time job, Mary Thompson's Happy Hound University dog training business brings in an average of $6,000 a month and growing, with her best month yielding over $12,000, largely due to personal referrals from vets, animal shelters, and other dog owners.

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2. Fraternity K9 ($60K/year)

In starting Fraternityk9 dog training, Donald tapped into his lifelong love of dogs and his desire to help dog owners through obedience and behavior modification. He learned from different teachers, developed a comprehensive program called the NY 9-week dog challenge, and utilized platforms like Facebook and Instagram to attract and retain clients, ultimately generating an average monthly revenue of $5,000. Donald emphasizes the importance of time, dedication, and seeking guidance from mentors in building a successful business.

How much money it makes: $60K/year
How many people on the team: 0

How I Started A $5K/Month Dog Training Business

Fraternityk9 dog training is an example of how Donald's passion for dog training turned into a $5k/month business, by utilizing platforms like Facebook and Instagram, and learning about sales and business to scale the process.

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