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Golden Retrievers

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Our Golden Retriever Training Could Help:
Separation anxiety
Excessive barking
Overexcitement
Destructive chewing
Jumping on people
Pulling on the leash
Uncontrolled digging

Golden Retriever Training in Green Bay / Appleton, WI

At Dog Training Elite, we have extensive experience in Golden Retriever training in Green Bay / Appleton, WI, both as puppies and adults. This breed's eagerness to please and high intelligence make them relatively easy to train, whether the goal is basic obedience, therapy work, or specialized tasks. Our training programs are tailored to maximize the breed's natural abilities and ensure effective, lasting results.

By working with our team at Dog Training Elite Northeast Wisconsin, owners can develop a strong bond with their Golden Retriever, guiding them through each stage of their development. We focus on harnessing your dog's inherent qualities, helping you raise a well-behaved, reliable, and loving companion.

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A well-trained golden retriever with their owner - our Green Bay / Appleton golden retriever puppy training can help your pup be a loving family companion.

Why Golden Retrievers Make Ideal Family Dogs


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Golden Retrievers have long been a favorite choice for families, consistently ranking as one of the top five breeds in America. Their intelligence, loyalty, and friendly disposition make them exceptional companions, especially in households with children. These dogs are gentle, fun-loving, and excel in various roles due to their strong work ethic and adaptability.

Despite their many strengths, Golden Retrievers are not naturally aggressive, which means they may not be the best choice as guard dogs. However, their calm and sociable nature makes them a perfect fit for families looking for a loving and dependable companion.

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  • Kris Hougard
    Dec. 6, 2025
    We are very happy we decided to sign up with Elite to train our yellow lab Birch. From the minute my husband met Marcy and team he was impressed with their knowledge of dog behavior and training techniques. After 4 days of camp our puppy knew all commands they taught. They will give you the techniques and follow-up help for you to continue training at home. Thank you Marcy and team for your patience training a high energy pup!! He is a better pet for it.
  • Eric Phillips
    Dec. 5, 2025
    Ramiro was awesome. He customized our training and you can tell he really cares about your dog achieving your goals.
  • Brandon schuyler
    Dec. 4, 2025
    Very glad I went with them for training my service dog. They have answered every question I've had, very accommodating, and very knowledgeable. I have been working with them from the time my pup was 9 weeks old and he's now 7 months. The owners and all the trainers are truly amazing people! Had to add a picture of the traine.
  • Grant Frazer
    Dec. 2, 2025
    Great experience, very professional and spends ample time coaching owners as well as dog for a thorough understanding of their training technique.
  • Jerry & Tara
    Nov. 25, 2025
    We were so happy with our experience with Dog Training Elite Northeast Wi and our trainer Brianna! Our pittie mix learned so much in the 8 sessions, in home, and out in public. I appreciated the clear explanations on how to use the tools, and the dog psychology behind our lessons. Brianna offered a variety of options during our training sessions-we did walks on our property, met in a public place, and we did our last lesson at DTENEW’s facility. Which was awesome! Brianna also brought her well trained dogs to our home to expose our dog to new dogs, and to train through that interaction. We were able to have our dog take the Canine Good Citizen test with Brianna, and she passed with flying colors (see photo). I could not have asked for a better experience overall. It was a big decision picking a dog training method and company. I am very happy we went with an in home trainer with support and classes available at their facility as well, and the e-collar system. We will have lifetime trainer support with the package we chose, and we are now able to go to their on site group classes and drop in days (extra fee per use). I had initially thought I would do a board and train facility, but Romero suggested that an in home trainer would be a better fit, and I am happy I went with his suggestion. I highly recommend Dog Training Elite Northeast Wisconsin!
  • Karin Behle
    Nov. 19, 2025
    Brianna was amazing to work with! She even included our kids in training during our home sessions. Our dog, Apple, loved training with her and we appreciated the time she took to teach us too. Every trainer we met was very knowledgeable, and it shows they have a passion for helping each dog they they work with. Apple is now a canine good citizen, we're so proud of our girl! We're looking forward to continuing to build her skills at day camps and group classes!
  • Kyla Rankin
    Nov. 13, 2025
    We took our puppy here to learn basic manners and obedience and they exceeded our expectation! In just 1 month our puppy has not only learned the commands but knows to listen when we give commands. The team was so helpful through the whole process; answered all our questions and made us comfortable with everything that came with training. Absolutely recommend them for any dog training needs! Thank you Larissa and Marcy for all your hard work!
  • Angela Kowalewski
    Nov. 9, 2025
    Every dollar is well spent with Elite Northeast Dog Training. Everyone who knew my dog knew he was a sweetie, but he didn’t always show it to most people—everyone said he “needed training.” After searching for a while, I found Elite Northeast and never doubted they could help me and my reactive dog. Now, I get daily compliments on how “good” and “well-behaved” he is, and I truly feel the difference—both of us are so much less stressed and more confident.
  • Khayla Kanitz
    Nov. 6, 2025
    We had an amazing experience with Larissa! She worked with our sweet boy for boot camp as well as the home sessions after. Highly recommend!
  • Larry Dietz
    Oct. 30, 2025
    The process was clear and well communicated. Hannah was great to work with, and her passion was clear!
  • Terry Roberts
    Oct. 20, 2025
    Shiloh is a wonderful part of our family. He’s smart and trainable so we wanted him to get to be the best dog possible. We knew we needed help so we asked Dog Training Elite. Thanks to the great folks at their facility and Brianna we are pleased and proud of the progress Shiloh has made. Thank you Dog Training Elite and Brianna. Shiloh learned a lot and he loved the training he got.
  • Angela Bilbrey
    Oct. 17, 2025
    We have a mastiff/pit bull rescue dog who came with a lot of baggage. We had tried several other trainers without success. Brianna and Elite Dog Training are miracle workers and now after a short 8 weeks we have a dog that listens!!! I reached out to Elite Dog Training because I was afraid to bring my dog out in public but I can now bring him anywhere with confidence. Thank you Brianna and Elite Dog Training!!
  • Kayla Heiman
    Oct. 16, 2025
    I am incredibly grateful for Larissa and the exceptional training experience provided by Dog Training Elite Northeast Wisconsin. Under Larissa’s guidance, I’ve learned the tools and techniques needed to bring my dog, Hank, to an elite level of obedience. He is now well on his way to becoming a therapy dog who will make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Larissa’s professionalism, compassion, and depth of knowledge far exceeded my expectations. Her ability to tailor training to both handler and dog made the process effective and enjoyable. I highly recommend Dog Training Elite Northeast Wisconsin to anyone seeking quality, results-driven training. Thank you to Larissa and the entire DTE team for your dedication and expertise!
  • Whitney Healy
    Oct. 11, 2025
    Stephany was phenomenal and incredibly accommodating. She always met us where we were at in life with our family and our girl, Stevie!!
  • Ryan Van Asten
    Oct. 10, 2025
    Brianna was amazing! Incredible how much 8 sessions can change a dogs behavior! Our dog was a good dog but just needed some things trained out of him and Brianna was able to help us train him to be a well behaved boy. He even passed his K-9 good citizenship test a week early! Highly recommend! They may be a little more expensive, but it is well worth it! You get what you pay for and Dog Training Elite is a perfect example of that. We will be recommending them to anyone looking for help with training their dogs.
  • W. F.
    Oct. 9, 2025
    OUTSTANDING! I haven't personally used their training service however the women who answers the phone (sorry I forgot her name) was very kind in listening to the issue my dog is going through and was able to give me some helpful advice. Thank you
  • samantha dainty
    Oct. 7, 2025
    Everyone at Dog Training Elite Northeast was knowledgeable, friendly, and so helpful! We looked for training because our new rescue rottweiler mix puppy was showing signs of aggression towards our 3 y/o lab as well as new people and dogs. We were so worried we wouldn't be able to solve the problem, and had never used any e-collar training before. We were initially nervous but Brianna made the entire experience comfortable, loved our dogs, and moved totally at our pace. It's like night and day! Now our girls are confident, well-trained, and we feel confident having our friends come into the house and taking them out and about. Thank you to everyone at Dog Training Elite for changing our lives!
  • Selena Despins
    Oct. 4, 2025
    We are so happy we went with Elite after reaching out to multiple trainers in the area. We were given different options for how to go about training; in public, at their facility, or in our own home. It made it very convenient and helpful to train in different environments with our dog. Ramiro was a great trainer, not just for our skeptical dog, but also as worrisome owners. He explained each step and helped us and our dog work together to help us be more confident in public and having visitors over. Being a rescue, our dog has a tendency to be on high alert but training has helped him trust us and relax.
  • Zachary Potter
    Oct. 4, 2025
    Awesome experience with Ramiro! Completely transformed our dogs. Had issues with them being aggressive towards each other and with a baby on the way, we had to find a fix. Ramiro solved all of our issues. Highly recommend
  • Tracy Wrobel
    Sep. 27, 2025
    Dog: Hazel, 2-year-old Shelter Lab Mix Program: Platinum Package Issue addressed: Severe leash reactivity (lunging, barking toward other dogs,motorcycles, bicycles and joggers. Dog training Elite Northeast Wisconsin is a great investment in Hazels future. For shelter dogs with unknown baggage and deep-rooted anxiety or guarding issues.This program provided a safe, effective, and transformative solution that allowed Hazel to finally relax and be a confident family member. From our very first session, Hannah Randal demonstrated incredible patience, professionalism, and a genuine love for dogs. Instead of just drilling commands, they focused on why Hazel was behaving the way she was and taught me how to communicate effectively using positive reinforcement.
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Green Bay / Appleton Golden Retriever Puppy Training

Training a Golden Retriever Puppy

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At Dog Training Elite Northeast Wisconsin, we recommend starting dog training as early as possible. Puppies are capable of learning basic commands, and smart Golden Retriever puppies do great with early training.

Complete Green Bay / Appleton Golden Retriever Puppy Training typically takes a few months. We offer specialized in-home training. Working with a Golden Retriever puppy and the owner directly in the home prevents puppies from being distracted and allows dog trainers to create personalized training plans for individual puppies, as well as address any unique needs or issues. Once a puppy has completed in-home training, we offer puppy group classes for further training.

Beginning Golden Retriever training in the home also helps owners bond with their pup so when the dog trainer leaves, no progress is lost. It’s important for owners to be consistent with puppy training and continue it long term.

Training can be great mental stimulation, so a great exercise for Golden Retrievers as they get older is progressing their training. Once your puppy has mastered sitting, for example, train them to maintain the position until released. Once your puppy is a bit older, explore other sports and activities.

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Golden Retriever Training Tips

Golden Retrievers are quick learners with a strong desire to work alongside their owners. Their intelligence and willingness to follow commands make them ideal for various types of training, from basic obedience to more advanced skills.

Here are some essential training tips for Golden Retrievers.

Golden Retrievers are considered “sporting dogs” and require at least an hour of daily exercise. True to their name, Golden Retrievers love retrieving things! Golden Retrievers can even participate in obedience and agility events, and they’ll enjoy every minute of it.

A Golden Retriever puppy that doesn’t get enough exercise is likely to develop bad behaviors like digging or chewing. During the first two years of a Golden Retriever’s life, however, make sure to take it easy with exercise as their growth plates are still forming - don’t go for long, strenuous runs or hikes until the dog is fully grown and try to always opt for grass instead of concrete.

Golden Retrievers can easily become overweight so owners will need to help manage their food intake. Measure out food twice a day instead of “free-feeding” and give treats in moderation.

If you have adopted a Golden Retriever puppy to become part of a family, make sure all kids and adults are on the same page with training and all practice basic tricks with the family dog.

At Dog Training Elite, we have developed training programs for puppies and adult dogs alike based on proven techniques. German Shepherd training with our in-home option is entirely possible.

Establish house rules for your dog, and then stick to them. If you choose not to let your dog on the couch, don’t ever let them on the couch for any reason. Golden Retriever training can help you establish routines and learn how to be consistent about enforcing them.
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The Dog Training Elite Difference

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At Dog Training Elite Northeast Wisconsin, we use modern training methods focused on balance and bonding between dog and dog owner. We never resort to the use of punishment to help dogs unlearn bad behavior. The difference becomes clear when comparing a dog that is trained out of anxiety and intimidation vs a dog who truly desires to please from the inside out.

The Dog Training Elite training theory for every dog breed is mostly based around classical conditioning, also known as the Pavlovian method or respondent conditioning. This includes developing conditioned or automatic reflexes to commands. In its simplest form (after proper conditioning), when an owner says "sit," their dog automatically sits without thinking about it.

Through a combination of commands and an electronic collar, dogs learn to follow commands at once. The electronic collar is not a shock collar; it is a gentle electronic pulse, similar to the tug of a leash, used to get the dog’s attention. Other dog trainers use harsh static collars or spray collars which have been shown to be less effective. Our method nurtures a dog's loving and naturally obedient nature.

Ready to turn your Golden Retriever puppy into a loyal and loving companion? Find a trainer near you today!