Dog Training Elite Fitchburg

4.8 Stars,115 Reviews
78 River St, Fitchburg, MA 01420

Service area: Serves Fitchburg, Leominster, and surrounding towns in Central Massachusetts including Groton, Princeton, Hubbardston, and nearby areas within Central Mass.

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
  • destructive-chewing
  • Recall
  • Fearfulness

Training Formats Offered

  • In-Home
  • Private Facility
  • Group Classes

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package
  • Ongoing Weekly

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Herding
  • Sporting
  • Working
  • Hounds
  • Terriers
  • Doodles
  • Brachycephalic

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
  • E-Collars
  • Obstacle Courses

Training programs are flexible and customized to individual needs, with options for in-home sessions, facility drop-off/pickup (9-10am drop-off, 4-5pm pickup), and small group classes. Programs include obedience, puppy training, service dog, therapy dog, and behavior modification. Training focuses on real-world scenarios and owner empowerment, with ongoing support and follow-up to ensure lasting results.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are available on their website through a dedicated pricing page. Packages are offered for various training programs including in-home, facility, and group training, with free in-home evaluations provided to determine the best plan.

Testimonials

“Marcus and the DTE team have transformed our rescue girl, Siri. We’ve seen her confidence blossom. Walks are much more enjoyable. We look forward to continuing in group classes.”
– Christina Relacion

“We reached out feeling desperate after hitting a plateau with our fear-reactive dog. Dog Training Elite gave us the tools, confidence, and support we needed. Our dog is now calm and happy in new situations.”
– Anonymous Client

“Laydon was awesome! Super knowledgeable, patient, and clearly passionate. My dog’s behavior improved fast. Highly recommend!”
– Mark Byron

About the Trainer

Dog Training Elite Fitchburg is a family-owned, professional dog training company with over 40 years of experience, specializing in strengthening the bond between dogs and their families through obedience and behavior training. They offer both in-home and facility-based training options, empowering owners to actively participate in the training process to ensure long-term success. Their programs cover a wide range of needs including puppy training, obedience, service dog preparation, therapy dog certification, and behavior modification for issues like anxiety, aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety, excessive barking, and destructive chewing.

They emphasize real-world skills and sustained obedience by training in the dog’s natural environment and in small group settings. The team works with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages, and focuses on positive, relationship-based methods that build confidence and trust. Clients receive ongoing support and follow-up to maintain progress, and the business fosters a community feel by welcoming clients into the “DTE family.”

Accomplishments

Recognized as an award-winning dog training company with over 40 years of experience. Trainers have successfully helped dogs pass public access tests for service work and achieve AKC Good Citizen certification. Clients report significant behavioral improvements and increased confidence in their dogs.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free in-home evaluation to assess the dog’s needs and tailor a training plan. This can be scheduled via phone or online form, followed by selection of a program (in-home, facility, or group) based on the dog’s goals and the owner’s schedule.

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  • 41+ Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

8am-6pm

Associations

  • AKC

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Other Services Offered

  • Pet trainer

Location

78 River St, Fitchburg, MA 01420

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