Dog Training Elite Lowcountry - Summerville, SC

We are a professional, family-owned Lowcountry 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 unique in-home dog training model is designed to teach owners how to train their dog alongside a professional dog trainer in their home environment as well as in small group settings. We strongly believe that the key to sustained obedience is to empower owners to be an integral part of the training experience. Once you begin the training process with us, you become a part of the DTE family.

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Pricing Packages

Silver Package

$ 1095.00 Per Package

In-Home Training Sessions One-on-one & personalized - 3 Sessions Group Park Training Sessions - 8 Sessions Come Heel (walk with you, loose leash no pulling) Sit (next to you & off leash at a distance) Place (go to bed) Quiet (stop excessive barking & whining) Off (furniture when desired)

Gold Package

$ 1895.00 Per Package

In-Home Training Sessions One-on-one & personalized- 6 Sessions Group Park Training Sessions - 12 Sessions Come Heel (walk with you, loose leash no pulling) Sit (next to you & off leash at a distance) Place (go to bed) Quiet (stop excessive barking & whining) Off (furniture when desired) Down (lay next to you & off leash at a distance) Load Up (go into kennel, car, or dog house) Manners, Safety & Boundaries Calm Anxiety & Build Confidence Housebreaking / Potty Training STOP Jumping on People STOP Mouthing & Nipping STOP Chewing & Digging STOP Begging & Stealing Food STOP Bolting Through Doors & Running Away STOP Chasing Animals, Cars & Bikes STOP Reactivity (dog & human)

Platinum Package

$ 2695.00 Per Package

Platinum offers advanced obedience/behavioral modification with a goal of off-leash control. Includes additional training options and offers more one-on-one and group sessions than Gold. In-Home Training Sessions One-on-one & personalized - 9 Sessions Group Park Training Sessions - 16 Sessions Come Heel (walk with you, loose leash no pulling) Sit (next to you & off leash at a distance) Place (go to bed) Quiet (stop excessive barking & whining) Off (furniture when desired) Down (lay next to you & off leash at a distance) Load Up (go into kennel, car, or dog house) Manners, Safety & Boundaries Calm Anxiety & Build Confidence Housebreaking / Potty Training STOP Jumping on People STOP Mouthing & Nipping STOP Chewing & Digging STOP Begging & Stealing Food STOP Bolting Through Doors & Running Away STOP Chasing Animals, Cars & Bikes STOP Reactivity (dog & human) *Stay With You on a Job or Bike Ride (off-leash) *Emotional Support Dog Training (ESA) *Control Aggression (dog & human) *Calm Extreme Anxiety (behavioral modification)

Therapy Dog

$ 2795.00 Per Package

A therapy dog volunteers alongside you, where permitted, and provides comfort to others. Examples include cheering people up at nursing homes or hospitals. A good therapy dog is naturally friendly with strangers, able to work around a high level of distraction (with training), and able to understand personal boundaries, such as not jumping up, licking, mouthing, etc. (with training). Puppy Selection advice Private, one-on-one training sessions in your home and the community - 9 Sessions Group Training Classes - 16 sessions Lifetime support via text/email and in-person support sessions to be scheduled at trainer’s discretion. (No more than once per month, after completing initial program.) AKC Training Therapy bandana, ID Card, and Certificate of Training An exclusive directory of therapy events and locations for you to donate your time Come Sit, Down Place Heel Quiet Off, Wait Leash Manners People Manners Load up in the car / kennel Make a friend Choose one personalized greeting (high five, shake, hug, etc.) Top-notch off leash obedience Distraction Training

Personal Autism Canine

$ 6295.00 Per Package

Personalized autism canines provide an emotional anchor for children with autism and a sense of security to family members. The autism world is widely accepting of service dogs, as overwhelming results show psychological benefits for the child in addition to the entire family. Autism support service dog tasks are customizable, but examples include: Deep Pressure Therapy Anchor a Child Who Wanders Sensory Assistance Find Help Redirect Repetitive Behaviors Package includes 14 sessions for basic and advanced obedience as well as task training.

Psychiatric/PTSD Service Dog

$ 3495.00 Per Package

A Psychiatric/PTSD service dog will be able to go anywhere with their handler and assist them in times of high stress and provide a sense of security. A service dog will provide emotional support, reintegration into society, reduce depression, help cope with anxiety, reduce the frequency and severity of flashbacks, anchor handler to the present, and reduce suicidal ideation. Psychiatric service dog tasks are customizable, but examples include: Grounding Deep Pressure Therapy Panic Response Create a Physical Buffer Interrupt Repetitive Behaviors Package includes 12 sessions for basic and advanced obedience and task training

CUB Puppy

$ 135.00 Per 60 minutes

1 private one-on-one session to help pick the best puppy breed based on lifestyle and need and assist in puppy selection in a litter through temperament testing and observations of puppies in a litter.

Best Dog/Dog of Honor Wedding Package

$ 2495.00 Per Package

Your dog is an important part of your family. Don't forget to include them in your big day, and develop their skills to become a great companion ever after. Private, one-on-one training sessions - 7 Sessions Wedding Rehearsal - 1 Session Group dog training sessions - 16 Sessions Come Sit, Down Place Heel Quiet Off, Wait Set Boundaries People Manners Leash Manners Build Confidence & Calm Anxiety Control Destructive Behavior Control Reactivity (dog & human) Potty Training Get in Car/Kennel + Specialty Skills* Below: *Walk you, your Maid of Honor, or Best Man down the aisle *Sit or Place during the ceremony *Sit & pose for photos *You must purchase a wedding package to add on wedding dog package extras

Rind Bearer/Flower Dog Wedding Package

$ 2795.00 Per Package

Your dog is an important part of your family. Don't forget to include them in your big day, and develop their skills to become a great companion ever after. Private, one-on-one training sessions - 8 Sessions Wedding Rehearsal - 1 Session Group dog training sessions - 16 Sessions Come Sit, Down Place Heel Quiet Off, Wait Set Boundaries People Manners Leash Manners Build Confidence & Calm Anxiety Control Destructive Behavior Control Reactivity (dog & human) Potty Training Get in Car/Kennel + Specialty Skills* Below: *Walk down the aisle *Deliver Ring/Flowers to the happy couple *Sit or Place during the ceremony *Sit & pose for photos *You must purchase a wedding package to add on wedding dog package extras

Puppy's First Dance - Wedding

$ 135.00 Per 60 minutes

Dance with the Bride/Groom/Couple practice session. Must have purchased a Wedding package.

Wedding Day Professional Trainer

$ 1200.00 Per Day

DTE Trainer will care for and handle your dog on your special day. Handler will be dressed professionally in a collared DTE shirt and slacks. Or a suit/dress/tuxedo upon request at dog owners' expense. Must have purchased a Wedding package

How do you serve precious pets?

Pet Training

What training tools do you use?

E-Collar
Leash
Long Line
Praise/Affection
Toys
Treats

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

Pet Behavior Modification
Detection Dog Training
Dog Obedience Training
Service Dog Training
Dog Therapy Training

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

Dogs

What licensing do you have?

Business License

On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?

20-39 lbs
40-79 lbs
80+ lbs
under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
American Kennel Club Temperament Test (ATT) Certified
IACP Certified Dog Trainer (IACP CDT)

Proud member of...

International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP)

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

24 hours notice required

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

The Charleston, SC metro area including Summerville, Moncks Corner, Goose Creek, Ladson, Hanahan, Daniel Island, North Charleston, West Ashley, Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivans Island, Morris Island, James Island, Folly Beach, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, Edisto Island, Wadmalaw Island, Johns Island, Ravenel, Hollywood and more.

How did you hone your craft?

Originally through training my own dogs and then in-depth dog training classes and apprenticeships with highly successful trainers.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Be firm but fair with your dog

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

You get the most enjoyment from seeing an unruly dog become a well-behaved and wonderful member of the family. It gives both the dog and the family a lot of freedom.

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