Dog Training Elite Lowcountry - Private Dog Training - 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. Please contact and book our private dog training sessions on Petworks. Thank you.
- Licensed
- Certified
- Insured
Pricing Packages
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)
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 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)
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
Dance with the Bride/Groom/Couple practice session. Must have purchased a Wedding package.
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?
- Dog Trainer
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Trainer
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.
How do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Trainer
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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