Elite K9 Life

Elite K9 Life offers a 2-week intensive board-and-train program with three follow-up sessions after pickup, and owner-led training in 4- or 8-session packages. Training includes off-leash recall, reactivity management, and obedience using e-collar and positive reinforcement tools. All programs include lifetime support and the e-collar is kept by the owner. Training occurs in-home, at the facility, and in public settings for real-world application.

Pricing Summary

2-week board and train program: $2,000 (includes e-collar and transmitter). Owner training packages: $500 for 4 sessions or $800 for 8 sessions (both include e-collar and transmitter). $50 consultation fee applied toward training program.

Policies

Training success depends on client engagement; no guarantees are made, but lifetime support is provided. The $50 consultation fee is applied toward any training program purchased. E-collar and transmitter are included and kept by the client after training.

Elite K9 Life is a dog training and care business based in Billings, MT, founded by Michael Rodriguez, a certified Journeyman in K9 Training and Kennel Management and a Certified Veterinary Tech Assistant. They offer personalized dog training programs including board-and-train, in-person owner sessions, and off-leash training using e-collar technology from E-Collar Technologies. Their services also include in-home boarding, pet sitting, dog walking, baths, and nail trims. They specialize in behavior modification for fearful, reactive, or aggressive dogs and emphasize lifetime support after training. Michael is an authorized distributor of E-Collar Technologies and uses balanced training methods that include e-collars, flat collars, long lines, and positive reinforcement tools. They also breed AKC and ICCF-registered Cane Corso puppies from the Outlaw Cane Corso bloodline, raising them with the same structure and training principles used in their programs.

Clients appreciate Michael’s responsiveness, patience, and ability to transform difficult cases—such as shy Aussies or shelter dogs with aggression—into calm, obedient companions. Training occurs in-home, at Michael’s facility, and in public environments to ensure real-world reliability. All clients receive an e-collar and transmitter to keep, along with follow-up sessions and ongoing support.

Elite K9 Life serves dog owners in Billings, Yellowstone County, and surrounding areas, with flexible scheduling and a $50 consultation that counts toward training programs.

Accomplishments

Michael Rodriguez is a Certified Journeyman in K9 Training and Kennel Management through the State of Montana, a Certified Veterinary Tech Assistant, and certified in Emergency Pet Health and CPR. He is an authorized distributor of E-Collar Technologies and breeds AKC and ICCF-registered Cane Corso from the Outlaw Cane Corso bloodline.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a $50 consultation to discuss your dog’s needs and goals. After the consultation, you’ll be matched with the appropriate training program—either board-and-train or owner-led sessions. Training begins with fitted gear and scheduled follow-ups.