Dog Training Elite Emerald Coast
Service area: Serving the Emerald Coast area including Panama City, Fort Walton Beach, Pensacola, and surrounding communities in Florida.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Recall
- Fearfulness
Training Formats Offered
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Group Classes
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training programs are flexible and customized, offering in-home sessions, facility-based training, and group classes. Programs include puppy training, obedience, service dog, therapy dog, and behavior modification for issues like anxiety, aggression, and reactivity. Clients can choose from intensive 3-week training camps followed by in-home follow-ups and ongoing group sessions for life. All programs emphasize owner education and lifelong skill-building.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Customized pricing packages available with in-house payment plans to help fund training. Detailed pricing is listed on their website under “Package Details,” with options for in-home, facility-based, and intensive board-and-train programs.
Testimonials
“I was at odds with my Dog Dexter. I was glad or should I say lucky that I found dog training elite emerald coast! They know how to teach your dog to do whatever you request them to do! I am so happy I went with their service! You won’t be disappointed!!!!!!!!!”
– Dave Ohlson
“We researched a lot before deciding on Dog Training Elite. We are so happy we went with them. From day one, they made us feel like part of the family. They tailored a training program that fit our needs and have been instrumental in the bond we share with our pup! I can’t think of anyone else I would trust Zoe with! Cant wait to see what comes next!”
– Harry Evans
“I have nothing but good things to say about Dog Training Elite. The training that they’ve provided have turned our wild rescue pup into a well behaved pooch. They have several different levels of training that they offer. We opted for 3 weeks of training camp followed by four in home training sessions and then group sessions for the life of our pup. Yes – you heard that correct – for the life of the pup. We’re able to take Molly to restaurants and bars and she is more well behaved than some of the customers!”
– Leslie Moffitt
About the Trainer
Dog Training Elite Emerald Coast is a professional dog training business serving the Emerald Coast area of Florida, specializing in personalized in-home and facility-based training to strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. They offer a wide range of programs including obedience, puppy training, service dog training, therapy dog training, and behavior modification for issues like anxiety, aggression, separation anxiety, excessive barking, and reactivity. Their team uses proven, compassionate methods focused on empowering owners with lifelong skills to maintain training success. With over 40 years of combined experience and a family-owned operation, they tailor programs to each dog’s breed, size, age, and specific needs, ensuring lasting results in real-world situations.
They provide flexible options including intensive board-and-train programs, in-home sessions, and ongoing group classes, with support extending for the life of the dog. Their trainers are certified professionals with backgrounds in veterinary care, animal behavior, and public service, and they emphasize consistency, positive reinforcement, and owner education as core pillars of their approach.
Accomplishments
Over 40 years of combined experience in professional dog training. Owner Tina Ruffin is a Florida native with an MBA and 23 years in public service before becoming a certified trainer. Trainers include a licensed vet tech and a trainer with experience working with exotic animals and wildcat sanctuaries. The business is award-winning and recognized for excellence in service dog and therapy dog training.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a free assessment or consultation, which can be requested online or by phone. After the assessment, a customized training plan is developed based on the dog’s needs, owner goals, and lifestyle.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 8am-5pm
Tuesday: 8am-5pm
Wednesday: 8am-5pm
Thursday: 8am-5pm
Friday: 8am-5pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
103 W 23rd St suite w 6, Panama City, FL 32405Listing Tools for Trainers
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