Elite, Award Winning Dog Training in Worcester, MA
All Breeds. All Sizes. All Ages.
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Empowering Owners
We work with dogs of any breed, size or age - and we empower owners with lifelong skills to continue successes.
- Leash & potty training
- Staying & coming
- Destructive chewing & digging
- Stealing food, clothing, or other objects
- Barking, howling & whining
- Food guarding & begging
- Mouthing, nipping & playing rough
- Anxiety & submissive urination
- Jumping up & hyperactivity
- Aggression & anxiety
We strongly believe that the key to sustained obedience and training is to empower owners to be an integral part of the training experience.
Dog obedience classes are held on a consistent basis and are included in most packages. Our dog obedience training classes are designed to place yourself and your dog in public places (surrounded by other dogs, people, smells, and sounds)!
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Award Winning Dog Training Services in the Worcester, MA Metro Area
Welcome to Dog Training Elite Central Mass! We are a professional, family owned Worcester, MA-based dog training company with over 40 years of experience that specializes in strengthening the bond between your dog and your family, with a strong emphasis on teaching your dog the highest level of obedience, despite even the toughest level of distractions. Our Worcester, MA dog training programs are certain to meet all of your training needs. Unlike a lot of other dog training companies, we understand that each client has different needs, so we tailor our dog training programs to accommodate your unique situation. Dog Training Elite Central Mass also trains service animals and dogs ready to volunteer in the community as therapy dogs and companions to those with special needs.
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Meet Our Trainers
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Michaela Macchia
Owner / Lead Trainer
Marcus DiBenedetto
Owner / Lead Trainer
Our Balanced Theory
We base our training around the "Classical Conditioning" model (a.k.a. "Pavlovian" or "respondent conditioning"). This includes developing conditioned or automatic reflexes to commands. In its simplest form (after proper conditioning), when the owner says "sit," the dog automatically sits without thinking about it. Our unique techniques ensure our program is a success no matter what behavior we encounter.
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Empowering Owners
We empower Owners to train so their dog knows who to obey at all times. -
Personalized
We deal with problem behaviors on a personal basis. -
Environment Specific
We train wherever issues tend to arise (i.e. jogging, park, home).
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Supportive
We support Owners in the off-hours (when training is "not in session"). -
Involved
We work with all members of the household. -
Simplified & Customized
We plan training around the owner's schedule and require only 20 min/day follow-up practice.
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Continued Training
Additional programs / group sessions offered after in-home training. -
Lifetime Investment
We follow up & are invested in the owner's success long-term. -
Satisfaction Ratings
Our high client satisfaction rating sets us apart from competitors.
clas·si·cal con·di·tion·ing PSYCHOLOGY noun
A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus and is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.
Dog Training Services in Worcester, MA
and The Following Surrounding Areas
- Acton
- Ashburnham
- Ashby
- Ashland
- Attleboro Falls
- Auburn
- Ayer
- Bedford
- Bellingham
- Berlin
- Billerica
- Blackstone
- Bolton
- Boxford
- Boylston
- Bradford
- Burlington
- Carlisle
- Charlton
- Chelmsford
- Cherry Valley
- Clinton
- Concord
- Devens
- Douglas
- Dracut
- Dudley
- Dudley Hill
- Dunstable
- East Douglas
- Fayville
- Fitchburg
- Franklin
- Grafton
- Groton
- Hanscom
- Harvard
- Haverhill
- Holden
- Hopedale
- Hopkinton
- Hubbardston
- Hudson
- Jefferson
- Kates Corner
- Lancaster
- Leicester
- Leominster
- Lexington
- Linwood
- Littleton
- Lowell
- Lunenburg
- Marlborough
- Mendon
- Middlesex County
- Milford
- Millbury
- Millville
- North Attleboro
- North Billerica
- North Chelmsford
- North Grafton
- North Oxford
- Northborough
- Northbridge
- Norton
- Oakham
- Oxford
- Paxton
- Pepperell
- Plainville
- Princeton
- Rochdale
- Rutland
- Shirley
- Shrewsbury
- South Attleboro
- South Grafton
- Southborough
- Spencer
- Sterling
- Still River
- Stow
- Sudbury
- Sutton
- Tewksbury
- Townsend
- Tyngsboro
- Upton
- Uxbridge
- Ward Hill
- Webster
- West Boylston
- West Townsend
- Westborough
- Westford
- Westminster
- Whitinsville
- Wilkinsonville
- Wilmington
- Worcester
- Worcester County
Why Dog Training Elite Central Mass?
Lifetime Investment
We follow up & are invested in the owner's success long-term.
Value Priced
We pride ourselves on being able to offer our professional services at prices that are budget friendly.
Local Trainers
All of our local dog trainers are trustworthy, willing to be there for our clients and love what they do.
Simplified & Customized
We plan training around the owner's schedule and require only 15 min/day follow-up practice.
Come Meet Us!
We are often at home shows in your area! Our passion for dogs and service sets us apart. All of our local dog trainers are trustworthy, willing to be there for our clients and love what they do. We want to build a community for our clients that love their dogs just as much as we do and once you begin the training process with us, you become a part of the Dog Training Elite family.
Proud Sponsor of The Malinois Foundation
At Dog Training Elite Central Mass, 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 Central Mass 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.
We help your dog become a valued companion and beloved member of the family. Read what our customers have to say and then give us a call!
Great trainers. Saw results immediately. Extremely pleased with the professionalism, knowledge and caring of all the staff.— Carol Benoit
Posted December 7th 2023
Dog Training elite of Central Massachusetts has been training my English bulldog since she was about 4 1/2 months old. She is doing amazing. Jamie is an awesome trainer. Always on time, lots of experience and is very patient. Matilda absolutely loves her. She’s now working with the E collar and is doing great. We Just had a session with Jamie. I thought Matilda had forgotten everything because we were on vacation. But I was wrong. We had a great session today. Matilda also learned a new game “find it”. She absolutely loved it. Something fun for us to do. Looking forward to working with Jamie and Dog Training Elite for a long time. I would highly Jamie as your dog trainer.— Lee Agnelli
Posted November 6th 2023
The best trainers! My dog has changed so much after going to them and my life has become so much easier! I’ve already recommended them to all of my friends.— Vinchenza DiBenedetto
Posted June 12th 2023
Great trainers and amazing work. I'd recommend these trainers to anyone. They were able to help me with puppy training and everything.— Matrixmash
Posted May 8th 2023
Our beagle has always had a lot of anxiety which has made normal life things difficult. Dog training elite has been immensely helpful! Would definitely recommend!— Marcus Raisch
Posted May 6th 2023