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Empowering Owners

We work with dogs of any breed, size or age - and we empower owners with lifelong skills to continue successes.


  • Leash & potty training
  • Staying & coming
  • Destructive chewing & digging
  • Stealing food, clothing, or other objects
  • Barking, howling & whining
  • Food guarding & begging
  • Mouthing, nipping & playing rough
  • Anxiety & submissive urination
  • Jumping up & hyperactivity
  • Aggression & anxiety

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We strongly believe that the key to sustained obedience and training is to empower owners to be an integral part of the training experience.

Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado offers expert in-home dog training near you in Fort Collins / Loveland.
In-Home Training

Dog obedience classes are held on a consistent basis and are included in most packages. Our dog obedience training classes are designed to place yourself and your dog in public places (surrounded by other dogs, people, smells, and sounds)!

Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado offers professional group dog training programs near you in Fort Collins / Loveland.
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At Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado, we believe every person has the right to feel welcomed, included, seen, and heard. We celebrate the uniqueness of each client and their individual strengths while also viewing them as part of the larger DTE family- here at Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado, individuality and community intertwine. We provide the utmost support to each and every client, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. In fact, this diversity is the cornerstone of the work we so passionately pursue.

At Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado, dogs- and the tremendous love and joy they bring their owners - are the center of our world. As much as we dedicate our time and effort to teaching them, we’re continuously learning from their example of what it truly means to love others unconditionally and inclusively. Our trainers show all clients and DTE community members this same standard of unconditional and inclusive respect and kindness.

Here at Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado, you are more than just welcome- you, and your dogs, are family.

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Welcome to Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado! We are a professional, family owned Fort Collins / Loveland-based 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 Fort Collins / Loveland dog training programs are certain to meet all of your training needs. Unlike a lot of other dog training companies, we understand that each client has different needs, so we tailor our dog training programs to accommodate your unique situation. Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado also trains service animals and dogs ready to volunteer in the community as therapy dogs and companions to those with special needs. We also offer a fun and challenging personal protection program as well!

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Meet Our Trainers

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Bert Ballard

Operations Manager & Chief Finance Officer - DTE Denver

Sarah Ballard

Owner & Marketing / Community Relations Director

Lauren B

DTE Boulder Branch Manager

Our Balanced Theory

We base our training around the "Classical Conditioning" model (a.k.a. "Pavlovian" or "respondent conditioning"). This includes developing conditioned or automatic reflexes to commands. In its simplest form (after proper conditioning), when the owner says "sit," the dog automatically sits without thinking about it. Our unique techniques ensure our program is a success no matter what behavior we encounter.


  • Empowering Owners
    We empower Owners to train so their dog knows who to obey at all times.
  • Personalized
    We deal with problem behaviors on a personal basis.
  • Environment Specific
    We train wherever issues tend to arise (i.e. jogging, park, home).
  • Supportive
    We support Owners in the off-hours (when training is "not in session").
  • Involved
    We work with all members of the household.
  • Simplified & Customized
    We plan training around the owner's schedule and require only 20 min/day follow-up practice.
  • Continued Training
    Additional programs / group sessions offered after in-home training.
  • Lifetime Investment
    We follow up & are invested in the owner's success long-term.
  • Satisfaction Ratings
    Our high client satisfaction rating sets us apart from competitors.
Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado has award winning in-home dog trainers and top rated dog training programs.

Why Dog Training Elite Northern Colorado?

Lifetime Investment

We follow up & are invested in the owner's success long-term.

Value Priced

We pride ourselves on being able to offer our professional services at prices that are budget friendly.

Local Trainers

All of our local dog trainers are trustworthy, willing to be there for our clients and love what they do.

Simplified & Customized

We plan training around the owner's schedule and require only 15 min/day follow-up practice.

We help your dog become a valued companion and beloved member of the family. Read what our customers have to say and then give us a call!

Follow up 6 months later-Reggie had some continued training to learn to fetch things for his girl, and is absolutely incredible at it thanks to Evan and his team!..We also took a trip to Florida with Reggie. First flight with him, Disney World, and Universal Studios for ten days straight. He did absolutely remarkable, and most people didn’t even realize we had a dog with us until they noticed his Minnie ears. He was able to ride several rides with his girl, and did incredible! Elite dog training is the absolute best of the best!!! We have a service dog for my 9 year old, and between Evan, and Kaycee I couldn’t ask for better people to work with! They have gone absolutely above and beyond to help our pup do any, and everything possible to help our daughter live the most independent life despite her chronic health problems. The amount of time, and work they have put into Reggie these last two years is astounding. Because of them Reggie is able to spend countless weeks in the hospital with my 9 year old, he goes to school with her everyday, and goes everywhere she goes. He is by far the best dog ever because of the incredible people at Elite. You can absolutely tell the people at Elite love what they do! 5 stars is not enough to describe what an incredible company this is!! We LOVE Utah County Elite dog trainers!!
— Karissa Illu
Posted April 1st 2024
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Very professional and listens to your concerns. Their work is amazing!
— Diane Foster
Posted October 20th 2024
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Bey smart and knowledgeable with dogs.
— Wyatt
Posted October 20th 2024
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Worth every penny, and I should have signed up for dog training sooner. The whole crew at DTE are knowledgable, kind, and took the time to customize a training program for my unique situation and even individualized between my two dogs. I am so pleased! Thanks Jeff, Dallin, McCall & Oakley! You have been a game changer in my releationship with my dogs.
— Heather Martinez
Posted October 20th 2024
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Always great to work with Dallin! He gives great advice and is good at demonstrating how to train your pup. Dallin’s the best!
— Rebecca Williams
Posted October 18th 2024
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We did the platinum package that included 2 weeks of day camp, along with private lessons and group classes. We’ve been impressed with all of the individualized advice and direction we’ve gotten from DTE. And all the trainers are extremely enthusiastic and knowledgeable. I was pretty blown away by the change we saw after just the first week. Our girl Stevie still has some growing to do, but I feel that we have the tools to meet our goals. Stevie was a reactive shelter dog that is quickly growing into a confident, playful, well-adjusted girl.
— Ally Cirenza
Posted October 15th 2024
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Dallin is amazing! Giveg my family and I many different ways of handling our dog. It is amazing 👏
— Ronald Taylor
Posted October 1st 2024
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All of the staff are amazing! I have been working mostly with Jeff and Oakley, but everyone there knows about my dog and his progress, and are always ready and willing to answer my questions and help us on our training journey. They offer a wide variety of in home and studio classes, and personalize your training to fit your dog’s needs. I highly recommend them.
— Marial Clark
Posted October 14th 2024
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We love our home sessions with Dallin.
— Rosanne Gerrard
Posted September 25th 2024
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My experience so far has been amazing. I’m beyond happy with Deidre Wilson! She has been amazing with my Doberman and has such a natural connection with my entire pack. Deidre is not only talented but also takes the time to explain everything, educating me and giving me the confidence to succeed with my Doberman. I couldn’t ask for a better dog trainer! Kaycee is also fantastic, always patient and flexible with our schedule, making the entire experience seamless. I highly recommend them both and their staff.
— Karen Delgado
Posted October 11th 2024
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Dallin was great! He was on time and has awesome energy. My puppy loves him! He gave me some very useful tips on correcting jumping and button training my puppy. He is also very knowledgeable and explains behaviors in a very easy to understand way.
— Sondra Fern
Posted October 6th 2024
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Deidre showed up for our initial consultation and immediately made me feel confident in her, and DTE’s, training and knowledge! She is kind, calm, educated, and very patient! We cannot wait to have her start training our puppy!
— Gabe N
Posted October 9th 2024
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Jeff & Dallin are absolutely awesome!!! McCall is great too. We really loved all of the training for both of our girls and they are sk well behaved now. Always we recommend dog training elite. 💪❤️🐶🐕
— Benjamin Dara
Posted October 9th 2024
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I have had a great time working with DTE-NU and looking forward to continue working with them. Not only have they done amazing with training and service, they also are very understanding and flexible. I went through a rough financial situation and they were kind enough to work with me with no penalties. It literally made a WORLD of difference in a very stressful part of my life. I have a very well trained service pup all thanks to them.
— McKell Rushton
Posted October 8th 2024
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Gosia and Michael Billedo of Dog Training Elite-Northeast clearly love dogs and love what they do. They are patient and disciplined trainers who know how to read both the dog and the dog owner to suggest what will help the dog to master all the commands. I recommend them without qualification to anyone who wants to enjoy the peace of mind of having your dog comply with commands.
— Jane Fahey
Posted October 8th 2024
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Absolutely amazing dog trainers who gave our havanese puppy, Tucker, and our family a wonderful training experience! I can truly say it has been life changing for us!
— Allison Miller
Posted October 7th 2024
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This has been the absolute best experience. Deidre was incredible. She made me and my dog feel do comfortable.
— Samantha Rasmussen
Posted September 18th 2024
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Excellent personalized training. We loved working with this team, and our dog made great progress.
— Kristen Jensen
Posted October 5th 2024
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Deidre is knowledgeable, patient and kind. She is a professional and one who certainly knows her craft. Our dog took to her guidance and direction, with little complaint. Deidre is confident; it is obvious that she likes what she does. It shows in her enthusiasm and her ability to teach.
— Lucy Herrera
Posted October 4th 2024
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Dallin was amazing AGAIN. He explains things, encourages good work, and always works at my pace. So helpful for me as a mobility challenged human and my service dog in training. I absolutely LOVE Elite Dog Training and the fine outstanding trainers. 10 stars every time.
— Meggie Thiessens
Posted October 4th 2024
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