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AL
Huntsville
Serving North Central Alabama
AZ
Arizona - Gilbert
Arizona's leading dog trainers!
Arizona - Scottsdale
Arizona's leading dog trainers!
Arizona - Mesa
Arizona's leading dog trainers!
Arizona - West Valley
Arizona's leading dog trainers!
Arizona - Phoenix
Arizona's leading dog trainers!
CT
Southern CT
Servicing the Greater Stamford, New Haven, Danbury, Hartford & Norwich Areas
GA
Savannah
Serving Savannah, Bluffton and Surrounding Areas
Northeast Atlanta
Serving the Greater Atlanta and Northern Suburbs
Augusta
Serving Augusta and Aiken and Surrounding Areas
West Atlanta
Serving The Greater Douglas County & West Atlanta Areas
IL
Chicago
Serving Chicago and the Near North Suburbs
Western Chicago
Serving the West and South Suburbs of Chicago
NJ
Northern Central New Jersey
Serving the Bridgewater / Westfield Areas
NV
Henderson
Serving Henderson, Las Vegas and Boulder City
RI
Rhode Island
Serving Rhode Island, South Eastern Massachusetts, Cape and Islands
SC
Grand Strand
Serving Myrtle Beach, Conway and Surrounding Areas
Lowcountry
Serving Charleston, Summerville and Surrounding Areas

Our Training Programs

Dog Training Elite - Dog Obedience Training. DTE
Obedience Training
Our obedience training for dogs utilizes proven, balanced methods to ensure your dog is well-behaved—even in distracting environments. With this training, you and your pup will develop a stronger bond, leading to a more relaxed and enjoyable experience at home and in public.
Dog Training Elite - Elite Puppy Training. DTE
Puppy Training
Our puppy training program lays the foundation for good behavior and socialization. We cover essential skills such as housebreaking and basic commands, setting your puppy up for success as they grow.
Dog Training Elite - Elite Service Dog Training. DTE
Service Dog Training
Our service dog training prepares your pup for specific roles such as mobility assistance, autism support, PTSD service, and more. We ensure your dog is trained to be a reliable partner who is there for you whenever you need.
Dog Training Elite - Aggressive Dog Training. Dog Training Elite
Anxiety & Aggression
Our aggressive dog training addresses challenging behaviors using a balanced, safe, and careful approach. We provide the tools necessary for managing anxiety and aggression in your dog, helping them become a more confident and well-adjusted companion in your home and the community.
Dog Training Elite - Therapy Dog Trainer. Dog Training Elite
Therapy Dog Training
Our therapy dog trainers train pups to provide emotional support and comfort to individuals or families. Whether you need soft cuddles, calming pets, or a reassuring presence, your dog will be by your side when you need it most.
Dog Training Elite - Top Protection Dog Training. Dog Training Elite
Personal Protection
Our protection dog training program trains dogs to be reliable guardians. We focus on teaching your dog how to respond appropriately to threats while still being a safe and calm companion in your home.
Dog Training Elite - Top Group Dog Training. Dog Training Elite
Socialized Group Training
Our group dog training offers structured sessions to enhance your dog’s obedience skills in social settings. These classes provide valuable opportunities for your dog to practice commands and behaviors in a controlled group environment.

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FAQs

One of our trainers will visit your home to meet you and your dog and discuss any issues you're facing. We will then demonstrate one of our model dogs so you can see what you can expect after hiring our trainers. From there, we will discuss the various packages we offer and which we feel best suit your (and your dog's) needs.
We provide full obedience training that covers all basic commands, both on and off-leash. Our in-home visits target specific issues like counter-surfing, digging, and more. Unlike some trainers, we work with all breeds, including those often considered challenging.
Yes. You (and anyone in your family who wants to be involved) are integral to your dog getting trained. We need you to practice 5-6 days a week, about 15-20 minutes a day for optimal results.
Once a week. We come to you (with the silver, gold and platinum packages) once a week to start your dog off, then you come to park sessions which are held once a week in your local area.
We train dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. Whether your dog is a tiny Chihuahua or a large Mastiff, we have the experience and expertise to work with them.
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Proud Sponsor of
The Malinois Foundation

At Dog Training Elite, we believe that Service Dogs save lives. It is our mission to make these life-saving companions available to our Veterans, First Responders, Women Survivors, and Children with Medical Needs. Whether it be for PTSD, Mobility Support, or Special Needs, Dog Training Elite works with The Malinois Foundation to heal and empower these individuals with a specialized service animal, a partner in life, and a new best friend.

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A DTE trained dog - we are a proud veteran owned business!
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Dog Training Elite is a

Proud Veteran
Owned Business

As a proud veteran-owned business, we bring the values of discipline, commitment, and service to our dog training programs. We are especially committed to supporting fellow veterans and their families. Our background drives us to deliver the highest standards in training, focused on building strong, trustworthy bonds between dogs and their owners.

Our Services

Behavioral Solutions

Fear & reactivity, staying & coming, barking and more

Obedience Training

We believe sustained obedience comes from empowering owners and their dogs to build strong, lasting bonds through training.

Hear From Our Customers

Learn Why Dog owners choose Dog Training Elite

  • Shairey Perkins
    Dec. 5, 2024
    Love this place teaching my dog so much very good very professional
  • Ian O'Shaughnessy
    Dec. 5, 2024
    What a great experience for my dog and I! They worked with Kieran on his obiedence on the gold package and help solidify his fundamentals. He can now walk past the house with a ton of dogs with out barking and doesn’t pull on his leash making walks more enjoyable! 10/10 recommend
  • Rhalynn Blackburn
    Dec. 5, 2024
    I've only had an assessment session with Matt, but it was great! I might be seeing what i want to see, but my dog was more calm and her behavior was better for the rest of the day after meeting with him!
  • Richard Lanci
    Dec. 5, 2024
    Jaime was awesome- 1st lesson was very informative and in just one lesson we realized he is a great dog trainer and also a great dog owner trainer. We are looking forward to our next lesson.😁
  • S Mat
    Dec. 5, 2024
    All of our dogs have been trained by DTE and Jeff. We appreciate DTE support.
  • jankeT31
    Dec. 4, 2024
    Carol was pleasant and seemed knowledgeable through her experiences.
  • Tracy Mayfield
    Dec. 4, 2024
    I could not have been happier with my experience with Anina from the start to the finish. She is such a professional and has a real gift with handling dogs. Both Charlie and I are going to miss her! Highly recommend Dog Training Elite Milwaukee.
  • Claire Butrimowicz
    Dec. 4, 2024
    I finished my last one on one session today. Matt was very patient with me. I’m older and have an energetic lab/pit bull. Matt has made me more confident when handling him. Marvin is very trainable. I’m not however. Matt has been a huge help in teaching me how to manage Marvin’s energy. I have more work to do on myself, but I have all the tools I need going forward. Marvin was happy and responsive and loved to see Matt walk through the door. I recommend Dog Training Elite for all dogs. This training has been a positive experience for Marvin as well. I’m looking forward to my group classes next! Thank you Matt and Dog Training Elite!
  • Robin Wolkiewicz
    Nov. 4, 2024
    Third session. Maxx and I learned "place". It's amazing how quickly a dog (and owner) can learn with an experienced trainer. I am so pleased after every session with Matt and continue to look forward to learning more. Always a 5 star experience.
  • Claire Butrimowicz
    Nov. 1, 2024
    Matt is SO helpful. Marvin and I are making great progress with his firm but kind approach. And he is patient with me as well! Marvin knows place, sit, down, back to sit, come. Not jumping. Working on walking and pulling less. Happy boy!!
  • Eve DelRio
    Dec. 4, 2024
    Patient, diligent, and professional. Kim had my puppy sitting and following commands after a single visit. I am looking forward to seeing the continued progress.
  • Richmond Family Magazine
    Dec. 4, 2024
    Dog Training Elite did wonders for our dog, Charlie! We thought he was untrainable, but Paul worked his magic, and it's like we have a new and improved pooch! Thank you, Paul!
  • CYNDE ROW
    Oct. 1, 2024
    Meggie & Dallin is always so informative and an excellent dog trainer!
  • Erin Weigel
    Dec. 4, 2024
    I reached out to Tonya to help me train a service dog for my son with Autism. When we started the platinum obedience training, our mini bernedoodle was about 6 months old. Tonya was amazing through this process and included our son in the training at every step. Once our pup graduated the obedience training we added the service training tasks. She took the time to talk with us and make the best decisions as to which specific tasks would be most helpful for our son. These tasks included deep pressure therapy, crowd control and blocking. Tonya always provides clear instructions during the appointment and exactly what to work on each day until the next visit. The training she provided along with lots of practice and hard work in between visits has allowed our mini bernedoodle to become a service dog which has made a huge positive impact on our son. I can’t recommend or thank Tonya enough for all of her kindness, caring, and help in this process.
  • sally bobbitt
    Dec. 4, 2024
    Matt is great with both Mercy our GSD and her two humans. Calm, steady, thorough - he teaches all of us with clear instruction and walk-through, then guides us through hands on work with her. She really loves him and is "getting it". Thanks Matt!
  • Heather Ahles
    Dec. 4, 2024
    Maria was life changing for us and our dogs! We rescued two pups, Maverick and Goose, that were bonded and started getting into fights 6 months after we got them. Maria came in and taught us how to provide better structure for them to thrive, become more confident, and even just enjoy being young pups instead of consistently in a fight or flight mode. We are so grateful to Maria and the team, and highly recommend this program to anyone and everyone.
  • Heather Ahles
    Dec. 4, 2024
    Maria was life changing for us and our dogs! We rescued two pups, Maverick and Goose, that were bonded and started getting into fights 6 months after we got them. Maria came in and taught us how to provide better structure for them to thrive, become more confident, and even just enjoy being young pups instead of consistently in a fight or flight mode. We are so grateful to Maria and the team, and highly recommend this program to anyone and everyone.
  • Sydny Douglas
    Dec. 4, 2024
    I can't express enough how impressed I am by this company. They are on top of communications, and very respectful of your time. Patrick especially was extremely knowledgable, professional and friendly. Do yourself (and your dog) a favor and sign up!
  • Brooke Nardi
    Dec. 4, 2024
    It was so much fun getting to work with this team and they did a phenomenal job working with my doggo. Hands down the easiest money I’ve ever spent and was worth every penny. I’ve looked for trainers that would really get the job done and I’ve come up short for the past two years. Elite Midlands is the best I’ve seen yet. The entire team was super friendly, knowledgeable, and knows how to handle any type of dog out there. I foolishly thought that only certain dogs had capacity to do what they train dogs to do. However, I quickly learned that with the technique elite midlands uses, no matter your pet’s behavior, past, or struggles they can learn and love what they do with this team. Thank you guys so much for the experience! Shylah and I will be forever grateful!
  • Devin Strickler
    Dec. 4, 2024
    We’ve LOVED our experience with Dog Training Elite. Currently they are working with us to turn our now 1yr old Labrador into a service dog for our profoundly Autistic son. DTE has been a valuable resource every step of the way. The entire team functions cohesively, the support is top notch, and the experience/insight is true. Recently we’ve had the opportunity to work with Dontevia and we have so enjoyed her energy, enthusiasm, and insight. She is fun to work with and reads the dog and environment very well. We have no doubt with this company and with our trainer - that we will see results and success that will truly last a lifetime.
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