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Dog Training Elite Austin

Austin, Texas

4.9/5· 165 Google reviews

About Dog Training Elite Austin

We are a professional, family-owned 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. Contact us for a free in-home evaluation.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Canine Good Citizen preparation
    Program details

    Build manners, focus, and public obedience to pass the AKC CGC test. Calm greetings, leash skills, and reliable recall. Free in-home evaluation.

  • Crate training
    Program details

    Make crate training positive and stress-free. We teach dogs to see the crate as a safe space, helping with housebreaking, routines, and confidence. Free evaluation.

  • House training
    Program details

    Housebreaking for puppies and adult dogs using structure, routine, and positive reinforcement. Reduce accidents and build consistency. Free evaluation.

  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
    Program details

    Private, personalized training for obedience, behavior challenges, and confidence. Tailored to your dog’s needs at home or in real-life settings. Free evaluation.

    Teach your dog Sit, Stay, Come, Heel, and Place with balanced, real-world training. Build manners, confidence, and control at home and in public. Free in-home evaluation.

    Teach foundational commands, socialization, manners, and confidence in fun, structured sessions designed for growing puppies in your home. Enroll today.

  • Recall training
  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
    Program details

    Dog Training Elite Austin helps dogs overcome fear, reactivity, and aggression using balanced, proven methods. We build confidence, improve focus, and create calmer behavior at home and in public. Free in-home evaluation available.

  • Barking
  • Fear and confidence
  • Reactivity training
    Program details

    We help reactive dogs stay calm around triggers using balanced training and confidence-building. Reduce fear and improve focus. Free in-home evaluation.

How training happens

  • Group classes
    Program details

    Build obedience and focus around real-world distractions. Practice Sit, Stay, Heel, and social skills in a fun group setting. Join a class today!

  • In-home training
    Program details

    Professional training brought to you. Fix barking, jumping, reactivity, leash issues, and more with personalized at-home sessions. Free evaluation available.

  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Adult dogs
  • Puppies
    Program details

    Expert guidance choosing the right puppy based on breed traits, temperament, and family lifestyle. Start your journey with confidence. Free consult.

  • Senior dogs
    Program details

    Gentle, customized training for older dogs to refresh obedience, build confidence, and support age-related needs. It’s never too late to learn. Free evaluation.

Training level

  • Advanced obedience

Class options

  • Small classes

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support
  • Personalized training plans
    Program details

    Balanced, proven training combining structure and positive reinforcement for lasting obedience and trust. Effective for all breeds. Free in-home evaluation.

  • Photo updates

Assistance and working dogs

  • Medical-alert and mobility assistance
    Program details

    Dog Training Elite Austin trains diabetic alert dogs to detect blood sugar changes.

    Dog Training Elite offers service dog training for diabetic alert and other medical conditions. Call for a free in home evaluation.

  • Protection training
    Program details

    Dog Training Elite Austin's personal protection training packages teach your dog to become a reliable protector in any situation. Starting with basic alerting skills and advancing to full independent protection. Call for a free in-home evaluation.

  • Psychiatric service dog training
    Program details

    We train autism support dogs to provide calming pressure, interrupt behaviors, ease transitions, and increase independence. Customized, family-focused training. Free evaluation.

    Our PTSD service dog training program helps individuals manage symptoms related to PTSD, including depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. Dogs are trained in tasks such as 'deep pressure therapy,' 'nightmare interruption,' and 'room checks' to

  • Service dog training
    Program details

    Customized service dog training for mobility, retrieval, alerts, and daily assistance tasks. Build confidence and independence. Dog Training Elite Austin trains service dogs for PTSD, anxiety, and mobility. Dogs learn tasks like DPT, medication

  • Therapy dog training
    Program details

    Train your dog for therapy work in schools, hospitals, and community programs. Focus on calm behavior, social skills, and certification prep. Free evaluation.

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Training approach

  • Balanced training
  • Positive reinforcement

Consultations

  • Free consultation

Other listed services

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  • Dog Training Methods
    Program details

    Balanced, proven training combining structure and positive reinforcement for lasting obedience and trust. Effective for all breeds. Free in-home evaluation.

  • Free In-Home Evaluations
    Program details

    Meet with a trainer in your home for a free assessment of your dog’s behavior, needs, and training goals. Personalized plan included. Book your visit today!

  • Military/Retired Vet Training
    Program details

    PTSD and mobility support training for veterans. Dogs learn grounding, task work, and confidence-building skills. Proudly supporting veterans. Free evaluation.

  • Mobility Support Dog Training
    Program details

    Training for balance, retrieving items, opening doors, and mobility assistance tasks. Build independence with a skilled service dog. Free evaluation.

  • Public Access Training & Testing
    Program details

    Public Access Prep & Certification Prepare service dogs for public access with training in obedience, distractions, and ADA-ready behavior. Certification support included. Free evaluation.

  • Off leash dog training

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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

Do you do in home training?

Hi Kari, yes. Thank you for asking. We do all of our training in home, in the neighborhood, in the community, and at a local park for our group classes. In addition - we never take your dog from you to train. We always include you in the training program as there is a lot of human training to be had in dog training!

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Customer reviews

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4.9
out of 5165 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Confidence building 45
  • Group classes 27
  • Answering questions 21
  • Dog behavior improvement 13
  • Leash pulling 8
  • Anxiety reduction 7
All 10 topics
  • Dog confidence improvement 7
  • Reactive dog training 5
  • Detailed training 4
  • Free evaluation 3

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100 collected reviews

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Maria Montelongo
5/5
We cannot say enough good things about Michael and the incredible work he has done with our reactive dog, Tito. From day one, Michael was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping both Tito and us succeed. What we appreciated most was that he didn’t just train ou…Read full reviewClose full review

We cannot say enough good things about Michael and the incredible work he has done with our reactive dog, Tito. From day one, Michael was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping both Tito and us succeed. What we appreciated most was that he didn’t just train our dog—he trained us as owners as well. He took the time to explain every step of the process, answered every question we had (and we had many!), and was always available when we needed guidance or reassurance. Working with a reactive dog can be overwhelming and emotional at times, but Michael never made us feel rushed or discouraged. He showed tremendous patience with both Tito and us throughout the entire journey. His support, encouragement, and expertise gave us the confidence to stay consistent and trust the process. The results we have seen so far have been truly amazing. Tito has made significant progress, and the positive changes in his behavior have exceeded our expectations. Seeing him become calmer, more confident, and easier to manage has made a huge difference in our daily lives. We are genuinely happier because of the progress we’ve achieved together. We are incredibly grateful that we found this company and had the opportunity to work with Michael. His dedication, professionalism, and genuine care for both dogs and their owners make him exceptional at what he does. Thank you, Michael, for everything you’ve done for Tito and for us. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for a trainer who truly cares and delivers real results.

Lee Hagler
5/5
We have two 2yo male bullies (100 & 125lbs) that were having some hierarchy/reactivity issues together. We knew they were both amazing dogs and wanted to invest in their training so that, through discipline, we could help them learn our expectations, earn our trust, and earn addi…Read full reviewClose full review

We have two 2yo male bullies (100 & 125lbs) that were having some hierarchy/reactivity issues together. We knew they were both amazing dogs and wanted to invest in their training so that, through discipline, we could help them learn our expectations, earn our trust, and earn additional freedoms as they progress. Our trainer (Payton) has been amazing. She took the time to understand our dogs’ challenges and we saw a significant improvement immediately. This service has been exactly what we needed, and my wife and I are very glad we made the decision to move forward as our peace of mind is worth infinitely more than the price paid for some outside assistance.

Kelly Pastori
5/5

Michael has changed my relationship with my dog! I have so much more compassion and understanding on my dogs communication and behaviors after working with Michael-I’m shocked how my dog has responded in such a short amount of time and I feel super empowered to keep moving our relationship forward with what I’ve learned.

Jessica Caprio
5/5
Payton has been amazing to work with! We’ve completed 11 of our 12 one-on-one training sessions, and within just two months, our 5.5-month-old Goldendoodle, Cooper, became service dog certified. What I appreciated most was how much confidence she built in both Cooper and me thro…Read full reviewClose full review

Payton has been amazing to work with! We’ve completed 11 of our 12 one-on-one training sessions, and within just two months, our 5.5-month-old Goldendoodle, Cooper, became service dog certified. What I appreciated most was how much confidence she built in both Cooper and me throughout the process. From training in busy downtown environments to feeling comfortable dropping his leash in high-traffic public areas, Payton was there every step of the way with guidance, encouragement, and expertise. She doesn’t just train your dog…she teaches you how to be a confident handler too! I love that she gave me the tools and knowledge to continue reinforcing Cooper’s training at home, even when she wasn’t there. Thank you so much Payton!

jacob mamantov
5/5
Michael Kwan and the team at Dog Training Elite in Austin are fantastic, and I would recommend them to anyone. It started with a free in-home consultation, where Michael explained the process, our options, and what we could expect from training. He did it in an approachable way t…Read full reviewClose full review

Michael Kwan and the team at Dog Training Elite in Austin are fantastic, and I would recommend them to anyone. It started with a free in-home consultation, where Michael explained the process, our options, and what we could expect from training. He did it in an approachable way that made clear he has a deep understanding of dogs. We had some questions about our shelter pup, and he was very honest and direct about her breed and how that might impact the way she learns. I could ramble for days about how great it was, but I will keep it quick! In home sessions were amazing, and we could see our sweet girl learning in real time. He also equipped us really well to do our “homework” to reinforce the skills he taught our dog. 10/10, 5 stars, whatever the highest marks are is what DTE and Michael deserve.

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