Meet Dog Trainer Shawn Hines

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Shawn Hines is a professional dog trainer with over 30 years of experience helping families in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and New York. Specializing in behavior modification, Shawn transforms unruly or aggressive dogs into calm, obedient, and well-balanced companions.

Proven Experience & Credentials

Shawn is a former member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), a certified Superdog™ Trainer, and a professional member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP). He holds undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in music and law from the University of Miami. His passion for dog training began at age 11 with his first German Shepherd puppy.

A Lifetime of Dog Training

From early apprenticeships training guard dogs to advanced study with world-renowned trainers like David Baron of Superdog Inc., Shawn has developed a unique, compassionate training philosophy. His methods have saved countless dogs once deemed “untrainable,” giving them a second chance at life.

Training Philosophy

Shawn’s approach is built on trust, mutual respect, and leadership. By focusing on the human-dog relationship, he teaches families how to earn their dog’s obedience through clear communication and loving leadership—not food bribery or harsh methods. His goal is to create calm, cooperative, and happy dogs who listen both on and off-leash.

Best Buddy Dog Training proudly serves Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and New York with personalized in-home training and board-and-train programs.

Who you are to your dog is EVERYTHING...

- Shawn Hines