Dogs are man's best friend, which is why they deserve a special day to celebrate all of the wonderful things about them. In honor August 26th being National Dog Day here are some fun facts about dogs, brought to you by our team of expert trainers in Grand Rapids, MI.

After being stuck inside all winter, summer is the time for your dog to play outside to their heart's content. But while your garden can hold a lot of fun for your pup, it can also hide some dangers in plain sight.

Here are some helpful tips to keep your dog hydrated this summer, brought to you by Dog Training Elite's dog training experts in Grand Rapids.

All animals have the same basic response to danger that humans do: fight, flight, or avoidance. Aggression in dogs is difficult for everyone from the owners, strangers who encounter them in the streets, and the dogs themselves. But what makes these dogs so aggressive in Grand Rapids, MI?

Humans aren't the only ones who get excited when the sun starts to shine more and the weather gets warmer. Dogs enjoy springtime in Grand Rapids, MI after a long winter just as much as we do!

Dog Training Elite is proud to support The Malinois Foundation, a life-changing non-profit giving veterans and Americans in need the gift of a trained service dog in Grand Rapids.

Fake service and emotional support dogs have become more and more of a problem in recent years. Make no mistake, these dogs are a real and important thing. So why and how are people getting away with using fake service dogs in Grand Rapids, MI?

Valentine's Day is a special day set aside for the ones you love. It's a day to remind the one's that mean the most to you, just why they mean as much as they do. Who ever said your dog can't be that special "some-puppy"?

Proper training is essential in raising a new puppy to be a well adjusted and obedient dog. The idea of training a puppy on your own can be daunting. Luckily, there is the option of enrolling your pup training classes with Dog Training Elite West Michigan.