Dog Training Elite West Michigan
Training Packages
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Training Packages and Pricing Details
Dog Training Elite West Michigan offers a variety of customized training packages to meet the specific needs of you and your dog.
We care more about your total satisfaction than anything else, and we provide the highest-quality dog training services in Grand Rapids at the greatest value.
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In-Home Training Packages
Silver
$1,695
Training Equipment Included: E-Collar, Biothane Leash, Training Place Cot
- In-Home Training SessionsOne-on-one & personalized 2 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
$2,295
Training Equipment Included: E-Collar, Biothane Leash, Training Place Cot
- In-Home Training SessionsOne-on-one & personalized 5 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
$3,195
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.
Training Equipment Included: E-Collar, Biothane Leash, Training Place Cot
- In-Home Training SessionsOne-on-one & personalized 8 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 Jog or Bike Ride (off-leash)
- *Emotional Support Dog Training(ESA)
- *Control Aggression(dog & human)
- *Calm Extreme Anxiety(behavioral modification)
*For a Platinum package please select one; Off-Leash OR ESA OR Control Agression OR Calm Extreme Anxiety.
Dogs must be assessed prior to being accepted into specialized training programs.*
Puppy Packages
Cub
For clients in search of a puppy.
$145/hour
- Assistance with breed selection based on client's lifestyle
- Puppy evaluation and recommendation for training packages
- Beginners education of the critical foundation of puppy training
- Option puppy selection assistance including Volhard Testing
Puppy Gold
Designed for puppies 8 - 20 weeks of age
$2,795
Included with Package: DTE Puppy Essentials Handbook, DTE Puppy Webinar access, E-collar, Biothane Leash and Training Place Cot
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 3, 60 minute sessions
- E-Collar Training Sessions 5, 60 minute sessions
- Group Training Sessions 12 sessions
- Come
- Sit
- Down
- Heel
- Place
- Stop Biting
- Stop Chewing
- Stop Jumping
- Housebreaking & Potty Training
- Crate Training
- Socialization Tips
- Environmental Hazards
- Puppy Enrichment
- Caring for Your Puppy
Puppy Platinum
Designed for puppies 8 - 16 weeks of age
$3,695
Included with Package: DTE Puppy Essentials Handbook, DTE Puppy Webinar access, E-collar, Biothane Leash and Training Place Cot
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 3, 60 minute sessions
- E-Collar Training Sessions 8, 60 minute sessions
- Group Training Sessions 16 sessions
- Come
- Sit
- Loose Leash Walking
- Down
- Heel
- Place
- Stop Biting
- Stop Chewing
- Stop Digging
- Stop Jumping
- Calming Stops
- Housebreaking & Potty Training
- Crate Training
- Socialization Tips
- Environmental Hazards
- Puppy Enrichment
- Caring for Your Puppy
Puppy Essentials Webinar
70 Minute Webinar
$45
Our trusted puppy class is now available "on-demand" from the comfort of your home! This webinar video is designed for owners of puppies age 8-16 weeks old, and will be accessible to you via Eventbrite.com (easy to use website!) Select today's or tomorrow's date to get immediate access to the video!
- Introducing a new puppy to your home
- Health & well-being
- Nurturing a good temperament
- Veterinary care & vaccines
- Scruffing & calming signals (dog yoga)
- Basic Treat Obedience Including: Come, sit, loose-leash walking, and down
- Puppy Corrections (Stop biting, digging, jumping, etc.)
- Crate Training / House Breaking
- Socialization Tips
- Environmental Hazards
- Puppy Enrichment
- Caring for Your Puppy
Designed for puppies age 8-16 weeks of age.
Prepares your young puppy for formal training.
Therapy Dog
Therapy Dog
Therapy dog training is based on your dog's abilities.
$3,395
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 8 Sessions
- Group Training Classes 16 sessions
- 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
Equipment Included: E-Collar, Place Cot and Biothane Training Leash.
Service Training Packages
We offer free consultations to assess your dog's ability and temperament as a good candidate for any of our service dog training programs or we can provide one litter visit for puppy selection. Call us today to schedule a free in-home service dog training assessment! All service dog training packages include:
- One-on-One Service Dog Training in your home and in the community
- 16 Group classes
- AKC Testing
- Service vest, ID cards, registration, and certificates
Psychiatric / PTSD Support Dog
12 One-on-One Sessions
$3,995
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 dogs will learn basic obedience and advanced tasks that are customizable, such as:
- Grounding
- Deep Pressure Therapy
- Panic Response
- Create a Physical Buffer
- Interrupt Repetitive Behaviors
Mobility Support Dog Training
16 One-on-One Sessions
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A mobility support dog can increase an individual's independence and quality of life by assisting with tasks that are difficult or impossible to complete on their own. A brace and mobility support dog can be taken anywhere and are trained to their handlers specific mobility and ambulatory needs. Mobility service dog tasks are customizable, but examples include:
- Forward Momentum Pull
- Counterbalance
- Open Doors with Adaptive Equipment
- Turn Lights On/Off
- Item Retrieval
Personalized Autism Canines
14 One-on-One Sessions
$6,595
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 dogs will learn basic obedience and advanced tasks that are customizable, such as:
- Deep Pressure Therapy
- Anchor a Child Who Wanders
- Sensory Assistance
- Find Help
- Redirect Repetitive Behaviors
Medical Alert Service Dog
24 One-on-One Sessions
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Living a balanced life with a medical condition isn't always easy. With the support of a medical alert dog, that balance becomes a possibility. Alert dogs for diabetics provide the stability, safety and support that allows for increased activity and peace of mind. Medical alert service dogs will learn basic obedience and advanced tasks that are customizable, such as:
- Alert to Highs & Lows
- Item Retrieval (*additional costs may apply)
- Alert Others in the Home
- Medical Response
Service Dog training is based on your dog's abilities.
Equipment included: E-Collar, Biothane Leash, Training Place Cot, Service Dog Vest, Branded Service Kit.
Lifestyle Training Packages
Wedding Day Extras
Puppy's First Dance: Dance with the Bride/Groom/Couple
$145 - Per Hour Practice Private Session
Wedding Day Professional Trainer: 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.
$1,200 - For the Day
Flower Dog / Ring Bearer
$2,995
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.
Training Equipment Included: E-Collar
- 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
Dog of Honor / Best Dog
$2,695
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.
Training Equipment Included: E-Collar
- 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
Adventure Dog
$3,295
With Adventure Dog training you and your dog can enjoy all of the fun activities that the great outdoors has to offer. Take your dog with you on life's great adventures!
Training Equipment Included: E-Collar, Biothane Leash, Training Place Cot, Water Bottle & Bag
- Private, one-on-one training sessions 5 Sessions
- In Field training sessions 4 Sessions
- 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:
- *Off leash obedience
- *Ride on a paddle board
- *Ride in a kayak, canoe, or boat
- *Swimming and water safety
- *Ride on a golf cart or ATV
- *Ride on a sled or skateboard
- *Heel & run next to you on a bike
- *Heel & run next to you on a scooter
- *Heel & run next to you on a jog or hike
- *Keep a 20ft. radius in camp
*Specialty skills & extras are based upon your dogs ability, and must be approved by a DTE trainer.
Purchase of additional training & safety equipment may be required.
*Prices and package details are Non-transferable to other DTE locations or new management.
Why Dog Training Elite West Michigan?
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.
Nominate Your Own Hometown Hero to Win a 7-Day Resort Stay!
Dog Training Elite West Michigan wants to recognize heroes in our communities that exemplify what it is to be a hometown hero. Dog Training Elite, in partnership with the Motoa Project, is awarding* one Hometown Hero in the Michigan region with a 7-day stay at a 5-star resort(a $10,000-$15,000 vacation giveaway).
*Airfare, taxes and additional fees not included.
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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
clas·si·cal con·di·tion·ing
PSYCHOLOGY
noun
A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus and is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.
Award Winning Dog Training Services in the Grand Rapids, MI Metro Area
Welcome to Dog Training Elite West Michigan! We are a professional, family owned Grand Rapids, MI-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 Grand Rapids, MI 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 West Michigan also trains service animals and dogs ready to volunteer in the community as therapy dogs and companions to those with special needs.