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Dog Training Elite

Nashville Off-Leash Dog Training

Off-leash training is a rewarding process requiring patience, strong communication, and trust between you and your dog. Many owners seek this training to give their pets freedom outdoors, allowing them to roam, explore, and exercise while maintaining control of their behavior and safety.

At Dog Training Elite, we believe off-leash training is about more than freedom. It’s about trust, safety, and reliability. Whether your goal is to enjoy outdoor time together, improve behavior at home, or simply have a calmer, more responsive dog, our off-leash training program in Nashville, TN helps make it happen.

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The Benefits of Off-Leash Dog Training

Families across Nashville choose off-leash dog training for all kinds of reasons. Here’s what makes it so impactful:

Dogs who are allowed to move freely get more exercise. They run, jump, explore, and burn energy. This leads to a healthier weight, stronger muscles, and improved endurance. A tired dog is usually a well-behaved dog.
Off-leash training requires your dog to think, make choices, and control their impulses, which improves their confidence and helps reduce anxiety. Many families tell us their dogs seem calmer and more content once they begin off-leash work.
Whether you’re in the backyard, out on a trail, or simply having guests over, you want a dog that knows how to behave. Off-leash training teaches dogs how to greet politely, resist jumping, stay calm around distractions, and respond to direction without being physically restrained.
Emergencies happen. Doors get left open. Leashes get dropped. When your dog knows how to stay with you and come when called, you can rest easier knowing they’re prepared for the unexpected.
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What to Expect from Dog Training Elite’s Training Program

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Our training is built around real families and real lives. We don’t use a one-size-fits-all method. Instead, we take time to understand your family’s needs, your lifestyle, and your goals with your dog.

Step One: A Personalized Plan

We begin with a free in-home consultation to learn more about your dog’s behavior and your priorities. From there, we create a custom, step-by-step training plan. Whether you live in an apartment or have a large backyard, we’ll help your dog learn to behave off-leash.

Step Two: Real-World Training

We don’t believe in sterile classrooms or unrealistic settings. We train where life happens—in your home, in your yard, and around your neighborhood. That way, your dog learns to respond in the same places where they’ll be expected to behave every day.

Step Three: Mastering Practical Skills

Your dog will learn to:

  • Come immediately when called
  • Walk at your side without pulling
  • Stay focused despite distractions
  • Respond reliably, even with freedom to move

Step Four: Coaching for You, Too

Many families tell us that what made the biggest difference wasn’t just what the dog learned, but what they learned as owners. Our trainers work closely with you to explain every step, demonstrate every technique, and build your confidence. You’ll walk away knowing how to handle your dog with or without a leash.

Step Five: Ongoing Support

Training doesn’t stop when the program ends. We offer ongoing group classes and advanced options to help maintain your dog’s skills and continue their growth. Some families move on to service dog training, therapy dog work, or advanced behavioral skills.

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You don’t need to hike remote trails or break leash laws to benefit from off-leash dog training. If your dog ever spends time in the house, the yard, or anywhere they aren’t physically tethered to you, they should know how to behave without a leash. It makes life easier, safer, and a whole lot more enjoyable.

At DTE, our leash and obedience training is built around structure, communication, and confidence, for both you and your dog. We don’t rush the process, and we don’t cut corners. We give families the tools to succeed and the support to sustain it.

Ready to see what your dog can do? Contact Dog Training Elite today to schedule your free consultation. We’ll help you create a plan that fits your life, supports your dog, and gives you both the freedom to enjoy each other more than ever because life is better with a trained dog!

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  • Kade Griffiths
    Jan. 28, 2026
    WOW was I impressed with the dog training here! I’ve gone to several others all over Nashville, but I just haven’t seen much progress with my dog’s behavior until one of my close friends from church recommended this place. I own a vizsla and if anyone knows anything about vizslas is that they’re cute but crazy and highly energetic dogs. Going here and training my lovely dog has made him keep the cuteness, but cut out the chaotic behavior. Thanks again this place has saved me so much time and energy. If I ever get another dog the FIRST thing I’ll do is bring them here
  • Kel Griffiths
    Jan. 28, 2026
    I’m so glad that I took my dog Kenji to Dog Training Elite. Kenji as a puppy was very chaotic and would always jump on us and would pull on the leash whenever we’d take him out for runs and walks. He would also chew up all our shoes. But not after taking him here, Kenji has learned to no jump on us or guests and is obedient to our commands on walks. And they have eliminated Kenji’s chewing habits.Highly recommend Dog Training Elite, they are so kind to the dogs and are very professional and friendly.
  • Andrew Hatch
    Jan. 28, 2026
    My experience here with my dog Rocky was unbelievable and necessary! Before his training he was overly excited, unsure how to interact properly with people, barked constantly, and wasn’t potty trained. After his training here all of these issues were fixed! I absolutely recommend to train your dog here with them! Rocky is such a good boy now!
  • George Ditto
    Jan. 28, 2026
    My dog is super friendly but used to be so wild- she would bark all the time, jump up on guest, and always pull at the leash on walks to go say hi to other dogs or people. After putting her through the program here, she has become so much better! She is still so loving but she’s much better about jumping up on people and is much more polite on walks! It’s been a great experience for us through Dog Training Elite!
  • Clayton Pykles
    Jan. 28, 2026
    Dog Training Elite completely changed my dog’s behavior for the better. Before training, my dog struggled with listening, pulling on the leash, and staying calm around other dogs and people. After working with their trainers, the improvement has been insane—in the best way. My dog is more obedient, calmer, more confident, and actually listens to commands now (which I didn’t think was possible 😅). The trainers are super professional, patient, and really know what they’re doing. They don’t just train the dog—they train you too, so you actually understand how to keep the progress going at home. Everything is clear, structured, and tailored to your dog’s personality, not some one-size-fits-all method. If you’re on the fence, don’t be. Dog Training Elite is 100% worth it. My dog is happier, I’m less stressed, and our bond is way stronger now. Highly recommend.
  • gabe fillmore
    Jul. 21, 2023
    Amazing my King Charles doesn’t dart out of the door anymore I just love it!
  • laurene holcomb
    Jan. 22, 2026
    Excellent communication and knowledge..never rushed .. just wonderful for me and my Shepard .. highly recommend elite trainers!! Been with for six months and we have mastered many commands and go in public and are progressing so well.. so glad I have elite to train me and my Shepard !
  • Matt Joachim
    Jan. 4, 2026
    I was hesitant about paying for dog training. But now I realize it was the best investment I could make for my dog. He has so much more freedom now that he listens to commands reliably and this was an incredible experience thank you dog training elite!
  • Kinzy Nabrotzky
    Jan. 4, 2026
    I am so grateful for Parker at dog training elite. My dog used to bark anytime we stopped petting him, but now he doesn’t bark at us anymore. He is an amazing housemate and I’m so glad that we decided to go with DTE for dog training.
  • Natalie Neuhaus
    Jan. 4, 2026
    I loved my experience with dog training elite! They helped me so much by taking my dog from being a menace to being a sweet girl! Millie is my micro golden doodle and I am so proud of where she is at now after dog training. The private lessons and group lessons were awesome!
  • Julia Lewis
    Dec. 20, 2025
    Wild willful puppy now much safer !!
  • Jaxon Hunt
    Dec. 8, 2025
    Thank you so much to Parker and his team for training our dog that was out of control! They made the training process easy and were always so kind and considerate. Thanks you for your amazing service!
  • Carson Stosich
    Dec. 8, 2025
    Awesome service. Awesome trainers. Couldn’t have been happier about the way my dog behaves.
  • haylie chase
    Dec. 8, 2025
    This is THE place to go for any dog training. Parker and his team are truly the BEST. They treat dogs and their owners with respect and kindness which can turn any feisty pup into a smart and reliable dog & friend.
  • Sage Bangerter
    Dec. 8, 2025
    I loved everything about dog training elite!! I finally started to see results when Parker and his team came in. I can tell the trainers really cared about my dog and it shows in their work. I would recommend to literally everyone!! Best experience
  • aubrey jones
    Dec. 8, 2025
    Before training, my dog struggled with leash pulling, jumping, and not listening when it mattered most. After working with this trainer, the difference is unbelievable. They were patient, knowledgeable, and truly cared about my dog’s success. If you’re thinking about getting your dog trained, do it. This has been one of the best investments I’ve made. Highly recommend!
  • Amanda Rowland
    Nov. 5, 2025
    Parker was great, he came in and evaluated our dogs. Very professional, and you can tell he’s had lots of experience training. Would recommend!
  • Francis LoGiudice
    Nov. 2, 2025
    Kenna, Montana & Parker all worked with our dogs and us to create an amazing foundation for us to train both our pups. We have experienced great progress with everything they taught us and them. It is worth the money as long as you are willing to put in the time with your dog. We are looking forward to the remaining group trainings. Thanks Kenna, Parker & Montana for working with us.
  • Steven Anderson
    Nov. 1, 2025
    Awesome experience with Dog Training Elite!!! They have been helping us with our Labrador and we have seen him make continual progress since day 1. They have been great with helping us address problem behaviors. The instruction we’ve received has empowered us to shape the behaviors we want our dog to display and stop the ones that have been a problem. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!
  • Benjamin Knight
    Oct. 9, 2025
    Dog Training Elite was awesome! Couldn’t recommend them enough. My dog would get super hyper/aggressive around the kids and other dogs. Now they are much more tame and their behavior improved greatly. Highly recommend for anyone looking for effective and compassionate training!