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.
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Training goals
Behavior consultation
Obedience training
Puppy training
Behavior support
Aggression training
Jumping up
How training happens
Group classes
In-home training
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Class options
Small classes
Assistance and working dogs
Psychiatric service dog training
Service dog training
Therapy dog training
Additional services
Dog walking
Consultations
Free consultation
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Daily Training
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Facility Training
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Home Assessment
Medical Response Dog Training
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Military / retired vet training
Mobile Dog Training
Off leash dog training
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5/5I had an exceptional experience working with Katy Filger from Dog Training Elite of Wilmington. Her professionalism and expertise truly set her apart as a dog trainer. Katy’s attention to detail is remarkable—she provides clear, concise instructions that are easy for both dogs an…Read full reviewClose full review
I had an exceptional experience working with Katy Filger from Dog Training Elite of Wilmington. Her professionalism and expertise truly set her apart as a dog trainer. Katy’s attention to detail is remarkable—she provides clear, concise instructions that are easy for both dogs and their owners to follow. Her training sessions are highly interactive and engaging, creating a positive and productive environment for learning. Katy’s ability to connect with both the dogs and their humans fosters a collaborative and effective training experience. I wholeheartedly recommend Katy and Dog Training Elite of Wilmington to anyone seeking top-tier dog training services!
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Kim Wood
5/5
I just moved into a summer rental with my big dog Henry. He refused to go down the stairs. I called Elite and Katie was here within 3 hours. She was able to get him up and the stairs and treated him so well! Elite saved our vacation. Thank you Katie and the Elite Team! We are so grateful.
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Debbie Linton
5/5
We really enjoyed having Miss Katy our trainer and so did Bella . Bella has learned so much so have my husband and I. They have a wonderful training program . We can really see the difference in Bella so glad we chose Dog Training Elite Wilmington give it a try you and your pet will really benefit from it. Very sadisfied 😊
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Toni Schollenberger
5/5What a wonderful experience we have had with our trainer Katy! She was patient, knowledgeable and extremely easy to work with. Our Emma, a one year old lab was having major jumping up and leash pulling issues. Katy taught us how to handle these issues and reinforce positive behav…Read full reviewClose full review
What a wonderful experience we have had with our trainer Katy! She was patient, knowledgeable and extremely easy to work with. Our Emma, a one year old lab was having major jumping up and leash pulling issues. Katy taught us how to handle these issues and reinforce positive behavior. Emma is doing very well. We will continue to practice what we have learned. She is a work in progress. My husband and I are looking forward to Saturday group lessons with Emma. I highly recommend Elite Dog Training.
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Brooke Meyers
5/5
Amazing service, professionalism and patience needed for this phase of training! Thank you! Would highly recommend
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