Happy Dog Training
Novena
Since 2017
8 min walk from Toa Payoh MRT
Dog Trainers in Singapore: 11 dog trainers compared
Updated October 2026How we rank
Dog trainers in Singapore do not need a licence, but AVS runs a voluntary AVS-Accredited Certified Dog Trainer (ACDT) scheme. Accredited trainers must hold certification from IAABC, CCPDT, ABS or ACVB, which signals science-based, humane methods. Owners of Specified dogs, such as German Shepherds and Rottweilers, must use an ACDT trainer.
All 11 dog trainers in Singapore
Businesses with the most complete public records first, photos, licence matches, hours and track record. Never ordered by payment.
Sunny Chong Dog Training School
Novena
Since 2021
13 min walk from Boon Keng MRT
Peak Agility Training Centre
Punggol
4 min walk from Samudera LRT
K9 Academy Singapore
Bukit Timah
6 min walk from Sixth Avenue MRT
Smartdoggy Academy
Jurong West
19 min walk from Boon Lay MRT
Puppy Colours
Novena
6 min walk from Newton MRT
PUPS Dog Training School
Yishun
5 min walk from Canberra MRT
Pawsible Dog Enrichment School
Joo Chiat
12 min walk from Eunos MRT
The Positive Academy
Kembangan
7 min walk from Kembangan MRT
Topdogs Academy
Geylang
3 min walk from Paya Lebar MRT
The Dogfather
Bukit Batok
11 min walk from Hillview MRT
Ordered by verifiable signals, licence matches, track record and completeness of public records. Featured placements are labelled and never change this order.
What licence should a dog trainer have?
AVS-Accredited Certified Dog Trainer (ACDT)
Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS), NParks · Optional accreditation
Voluntary accreditation launched on 10 December 2022, requiring certification from IAABC, CCPDT, ABS or ACVB. Mandatory for training Specified dog breeds. The older PADT scheme ended on 10 December 2024.
Check the official register
How to choose a dog trainer
- Check AVS's list of ACDT trainers. If a trainer claims AVS accreditation but is not listed, ask why.
- Ask which methods they use. Reward-based training is the standard for ACDT certifying bodies; avoid trainers relying on prong, choke or shock collars.
- For aggression or anxiety, choose a trainer with behaviour-consultant certification and involve your vet to rule out pain or illness.
- Ask for a training plan with goals, homework for you and a review point, rather than open-ended packages.
Red flags
- Guaranteed results or 'fix any dog in one session' claims.
- Use of pain or intimidation (shock collars, alpha rolls, leash jerks).
- Claims of AVS accreditation that do not appear on AVS's ACDT list.
Questions about dog trainers in Singapore
Do dog trainers need to be licensed in Singapore?
No. AVS's ACDT accreditation is voluntary. It requires certification from one of four independent bodies (IAABC, CCPDT, ABS or ACVB) and signals that the trainer meets international standards for humane, science-based training. Owners of Specified dog breeds must use an ACDT-accredited trainer.
Does my German Shepherd or Rottweiler need training?
Breeds listed as Specified dogs under the Animals and Birds (Licensing and Control of Cats and Dogs) Rules 2024, such as German Shepherds and Rottweilers, have extra licensing conditions, including training by an AVS-accredited (ACDT) trainer. Specified dogs are not allowed in HDB flats.
Can obedience training lower my dog licence fee?
Training matters for extra pets in private homes. To keep more than three pets in private premises, AVS expects each additional dog to be sterilised and obedience-trained by an ACDT trainer. A fourth dog qualifies for a reduced $15 licence fee if it is a sterilised local mixed breed adopted from an AVS rehoming partner.
How many dog trainers are there in Singapore?
Lookup lists 11 dog trainers in Singapore as of October 2026, with the largest concentration in Novena (3). Listings are compiled from government registers and open map data and refreshed regularly.