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Dog Training in Worcester, MA

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Obedience Training

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

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Service Dog Training

Built on 40+ years of experience, Dog Training Elite proudly leads the way in professional service dog training tailored to your needs.

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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 Walking & Heel Training

  • Barking Issues

  • Aggression & Reactivity 

  • Separation Anxiety

  • Jumping & Hyperactivity 

  • Sitting & Stay Commands

  • Destructive Chewing & Digging

  • Recall Training (Come When Called)

  • Boundary Training (Off Furniture or Beds)

  • Vehicle Behavior

  • Training for Specific Tasks

  • And More

Dog Training Elite Worcester

Facility Drop Off/Pickup Hours
Drop Off: 9-10am / Pick Up: 4-5pm
We offer in Home & Facility Training Options
78 River St

Fitchburg, MA 01420
Dog Training Elite Worcester

Training Programs

Flexible & Customized for your Pet

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Obedience Training

Our obedience training for dogs in Worcester, MA is designed to teach essential commands and reinforce good behavior, ensuring your dog is well-mannered in any situation.

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Puppy Training

Our puppy training in Worcester, MA builds a strong bond between you and your new puppy by focusing on early socialization, basic commands, and good behavior.

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Service Dog Training

Our Worcester service dog training turns dogs into dependable companions, trained to perform tasks like retrieving items, providing stability, or alerting to medical conditions.

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Anxiety & Aggression

Our Worcester aggressive dog training targets and corrects behaviors driven by anxiety and aggression, helping your dog stay calm and well-behaved in challenging situations.

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Therapy Dog Training

Our Worcester therapy dog training equips dogs with the skills needed to provide comfort and emotional support in various settings. These trained dogs help reduce stress, ease anxiety, and improve the overall well-being of their owners.

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Group Training

Our group dog training classes in Worcester, MA offer a structured environment where dogs can learn and practice essential skills while socializing with other dogs and their owners.

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Our Story

Dog Training Elite Worcester

Our programs are flexible and designed to meet the needs of each client’s schedule and their dog’s unique behavior, home environment, and situation. We are a family-owned, professional dog training company with over 40 years of experience specializing in strengthening the bond between you and your dog.

We offer in-home dog training, basic obedience, advanced training, and specialized programs like Service Animals and Therapy Dogs. No matter the breed, size, or behavioral issue, the Dog Training Elite team is here to help. Let our professional Worcester dog trainers help you today.

About Us
Michaela Macchia - Owner / Lead Trainer
Michaela Macchia
Owner / Lead Trainer

Michaela decided to take her passion for building relationships with animals to the next level by opening her own Dog Training Elite business. She has two dogs of her own, Quinn and Tiki. Their favorite activities are hiking, swimming, and cuddling in bed.

Michaela is excited to help others connect with their dogs by fostering relationships and building confidence.

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Marcus DiBenedetto - Owner / Lead Trainer
Marcus DiBenedetto
Owner / Lead Trainer

Marcus has always been around pets from having dogs, cats, rabbits, and chickens. Marcus has spent the previous 3 years as an outreach counselor for individuals with mental health illnesses and has seen the impact being connected to ones community can do for people. His passion for training dogs comes from seeing the bond between dog and handler deepen as they continue to work together.

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Hear From Our Customers

Learn Why Dog owners choose Dog Training Elite

  • Robin Wolkiewicz
    Nov. 4, 2024
    Fourth session. Working on "heel". Matt is so knowledgeable about training and explains the process perfectly. I am so impressed with how much Maxx, my husband and I have learned. Can't wait for our next session.
  • Jena Pantano
    Dec. 13, 2024
    We had a wonderful consultation with Tiffany at our apartment, and she was fantastic! She’s incredibly friendly and approachable, making the entire experience comfortable for both my dog and me. Tiffany provided a wealth of helpful information and clear, tailored guidance to meet our specific needs. We’re excited to start training!
  • Donna Pinkus
    Oct. 4, 2024
    We had our assessment today and it went great! Marcus was wonderful. I have confidence we will gain lots from training. Had our 1st class today with Matt K. He is very knowledgeable and is way to work with. Looking forward to more! Had our 2nd class today with Tiffany. We are all learning a lot and I believe I will have a better behaved and happier dog. Looking forward to next week. We just finished our last class and feel we have come along way. Matt K has been very patient with both our dog Beau and us. He is walking pretty better, and we know how to work with his reactiveness. We. still have socialization to work on in group classes. Tiffany and Matt K did a few sessions together with us to help with a specific issue. Overall,this has been a great experience.
  • Seth Forbes
    Dec. 9, 2024
    We just finished our second day of training and we absolutely love working with our trainer. Every week we are becoming better trained and our puppy is doing a fantastic job. We really do believe that a big portion of a well trained dog is having well trained parents. We are getting better everyday thanks to DTE!
  • 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!!
  • 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!
  • Katrina Guenette
    Dec. 3, 2024
    If I could give more than five stars, I would absolutely amazing Trainer 🐾!!!!!!
  • Mike Corrado
    Dec. 3, 2024
    Excellent job on day 1! We are confident our money was well spent and we learned a lot on the 40 mins he spent with us and our dog. We are very happy.
  • Caitlin Bogue
    Nov. 23, 2024
    Marcus came to my house for a consultation. He was calm and knowledgeable, and made me feel like he had my family’s best interest in mind.
  • Melanie
    Nov. 23, 2024
    Matt is truly a dog person. He understands them and my dog loves him. He doesn’t get upset if you’re doing a command wrong and will correct you as many times as it takes. I recommend him and Elite 100% to anyone who’s looking to train your puppy!!
  • Joseph Clem
    Nov. 17, 2024
    He was very professional and attentative to my dogs needs. He was confident and it showed by how he was able to take control of the dog without hurting him.
  • Paul Flanagan
    Nov. 19, 2024
    Tiffany did a great job! It was nice to have her in the apartment meeting our dog in a comfortable space for her, and we were really happy with how it went.
  • Rob Shaw
    Nov. 19, 2024
    Extremely professional, very impressive from the first moment. Exceeded expectations. I have a lot of confidence we can train my 4-year-old dog
  • DavidandJulie Safaii
    Nov. 14, 2024
    Matt has been patient, clear, and very intentional in his work with my dog and me. I highly recommend him, as well as the team at Dog Training Elite. In 6 sessions, I have seen the rewards of the training on our rescue dog in so many ways & have learned skills that I will use everyday.
  • Anna
    Oct. 1, 2024
    Patrick came and did assessment of our dog and took time to listen to us and hear what we wanted to do with training for our almost 1 year old dog. i feel so relieved and happy that we will learn (and out dog) how to handle any situation with ease. We completed individual lessons which Patrick listened to our requests and did training in walks meeting dogs and in the field and gave us so many new ways to interact and create learning with our dog. We are going on to group lessons next so building on what we have done and just really keep our dog well behaved in many situations. thank you Patrick and Elite dog training!
  • Ryan Hall
    Nov. 12, 2024
    The communication and information has been great from Dog Training Elite. A trainer (Matt) came very punctual to do a no-cost assessment, meet our dog and even brought his 1.5 year old pup to demonstrate the training that has been done first hand. Very fair pricing for training that will last a lifetime for our dog.
  • Julie Karlson Safaii
    Oct. 30, 2024
    The best investment I have made. Matt is great - I get so much out of our sessions!!
  • Dean Shapley
    Oct. 30, 2024
    DTE was very flexible working with my erratic schedule. The trainers I worked with were professional, knowledgeable, and personal. I would recommend to anyone for basic or therapy dog training.
  • Christopher young
    Oct. 30, 2024
    We just had our free consultation done and Marcus was great. He was very calm and collected when meeting our pups, answered all of our questions in a way that we could understand, and after his live demo with his pup we knew it was worth the investment.
  • Trina & AJ
    Oct. 28, 2024
    She’s doing so well!! Very obedient!!!
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We Train Every Breed

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Each dog breed has different behaviors and personalities due to a combination of genetics, selective breedings, and environmental factors. At Dog Training Elite, we work with every dog. Our team understands canine behavior and the unique challenges of every breed.

We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we apply specific breed training techniques to bring out the best in your dog. From impulse control in terriers to focused mental stimulation for herding breeds, we’ll work with you and your dog to design a personalized training plan.

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Dog Training in Worcester, MA

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At Dog Training Elite, we’ve seen how DIY dog training can lead to inconsistent results and frustration. Our qualified professionals bring the expertise needed to assess your dog’s unique needs and apply methods that work. Choosing experienced trainers makes a noticeable difference in attaining reliable, lasting behavior changes.

We rely on positive reinforcement, a training method that delivers lasting results, even with the most challenging dogs. Our trainers are skilled in addressing any behavioral issue and can help your dog to reach their full potential with encouragement and proven techniques.

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Professional Dog Trainers in Worcester, MA

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Pet owners often have many options when it comes to dog training, including low-cost, quick-fix programs that claim immediate results. However, our training methods stand apart by focusing on sustainable, long-term success rather than temporary fixes. We provide a high standard of expert dog training that is built to last, ensuring that you and your dog benefit from a deeper, enduring bond and advanced obedience that continues over time.

Investing in effective dog training is one of the most valuable choices you can make for your pet’s health, behavior, and happiness. Our trainers are dedicated to delivering personalized training plans that target your dog’s unique needs, going beyond basic obedience to include specialized behavioral work and service dog training. Our goal is to be the last dog trainers you’ll ever need — bringing advanced training quality to the Worcester, MA area for lasting, meaningful results.

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At Dog Training Elite, we are proud to offer training services recognized for outstanding results and effective methods. With skilled trainers dedicated to helping dogs and their owners build strong, lasting relationships, we guarantee your dog receives the best care and guidance.

Our programs cover everything from basic obedience to advanced behavior modification, customized to your dog’s needs. Whether you’re addressing behavioral issues, improving obedience, or strengthening your bond, our methods deliver reliable results.

Experience the difference our award-winning training can make in your dog’s life.

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