Force-free behaviorists, reputable shelters, and independent local pet shops. Free directories, no referral fees, no big-box chains.
For clinical aggression, serious resource guarding, or a diagnosed fear or anxiety disorder, you want a credentialed, force-free professional, not an app. Here are the directories we trust. We only point you to organizations whose certifications require humane, science-based methods.
Pupgrade isn't affiliated with these organizations and takes no referral fees. We list them because their credentials require force-free, science-based methods. Always confirm a professional's current certification and approach before you book.
Thinking about adding a dog, or know someone who is? Start at a shelter or rescue. These are the trusted, non-profit directories that list adoptable dogs and the shelters near you. We pre-fill your area so you can see what's close.
Pupgrade isn't affiliated with these organizations and takes no referral fees. We point you to reputable, non-profit adoption directories so you can meet local shelter dogs in need of a home. Adopt, don't shop.
We'd rather you buy your long-line, treats, and chews from the shop down the street than from a big-box chain. Independent stores hire people who actually know dogs, and your money stays in your town. These finders list locally owned shops, not the chains.
Nominate the independent shop that takes care of your dog. We review every entry by hand before it shows up here, and we never list big-box chains.
Pupgrade isn't affiliated with these shops or directories and takes no referral fees. The reader-nominated list is community-submitted and human-reviewed; if anything looks off, tell us and we'll take another look.