Dog Training Elite Springfield
Training Packages
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Our Training Packages Include:
In-Home Training
For puppies & adult dogs
Puppy Training
For younger puppies
Therapy Dog
Giving back to the community
Service Dog
Under Title II and III of the ADA
Facility Training
Dog is trained at our location
Personal Protection
Pets first, protectors second
Contact us for package and pricing information.
Dog Training Elite Springfield 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 Springfield at the greatest value.
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740 West College Street,
Springfield MO 65806
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In-Home Training Packages
E-Collar Tune Up
$1,545
- In-Home Training SessionsOne-on-one & personalized 3 Sessions
- E-Collar Tune up
Gold
$2,145
Equipment Included: 20' Nylon Leash and E-Collar
- In-Home Training SessionsOne-on-one & personalized 5 Sessions
- Group Park Training Sessions 6 Months
- Come
- Loose Leash Walking
- Sit(next to you & off leash at a distance)
- Off(furniture when desired)
- Quiet(stop excessive barking & whining)
- Down(lay next to you & off leash at a distance)
- Build Confidence
- Manners, Safety & Boundaries
- STOP Jumping on People
Platinum
$3,545
Our platinum package offers you training sessions throughout your dog's lifetime! Follow-up sessions to be scheduled once per month as needed, after initial program is completed.
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.
This package is a pre-requisite to any Therapy or Service Training Packages.
Equipment Included: 20' Nylon Leash, Place Cot, and E-Collar
- In-Home Training SessionsOne-on-one & personalized 8 Sessions
- Group Park Training Sessions Unlimited *see above description
- Come
- Loose Leash Walking
- Sit(next to you & off leash at a distance)
- Off(furniture when desired)
- Quiet(stop excessive barking & whining)
- Place(go to bed)
- Heel(walk with you, no more pulling)
- Down(lay next to you & off leash at a distance)
- Load Up (go into kennel, car, or dog house)
- Calm Anxiety & Build Confidence
- Manners, Safety & Boundaries
- STOP Jumping on People
- STOP Biting & Nipping
- STOP Bolting Through Doors, Running Away & Chasing Animals
- STOP Begging & Stealing Food
- STOP Chewing & Digging
- STOP Excessive Barking
- *Stay With You on a Jog, Hike, or Bike Ride
- *Emotional Support Dog Training(ESA)
- *Other Custom Command Approved by Trainer
* Choose one of the specialized training options based upon your dog's abilities.
May require purchase of additional training equipment.
Puppy Packages
Cub
For clients in search of a puppy
$135/hour
Included with Package: DTE Puppy Essentials Handbook
- 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
Gold
Designed for puppies 8 - 20 weeks of age
$2,745
Package Includes: E-Collar and DTE Puppy Webinar access
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 4 sessions of basic obedience
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 5 sessions of e-collar training
- Group Classes 6 months
- Approximately 8 months of access to a dog trainer
- Basic Treat Obedience Including: Come, sit, loose-leash walking, and down
- Puppy Corrections (Stop biting, digging, jumping, etc.)
- Crate Training
- Socialization Tips
- Environmental Hazards
- Puppy Enrichment
- Caring for Your Puppy
Platinum
Designed for puppies 8 - 20 weeks of age
$4,145
Exactly what you need to get started with your young puppy (about 8-20 weeks old). Offers valuable information that you will use for the life of your dog; personalized training to get your puppy started on the best paw; and options for ongoing training.
Included with Package: E-Collar, DTE Puppy Essentials Handbook and DTE Puppy Webinar access
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 3 sessions of basic obedience
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 5 sessions of e-collar training
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 3 sessions of community access or advanced obedience skills
- Group Classes Lifetime support
- Lifetime support once formal training is complete
- Basic Treat Obedience Including: Come, sit, loose-leash walking, and down
- Puppy Corrections (Stop biting, digging, jumping, etc.)
- 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
Service Puppies
Designed for puppies 8 - 20 weeks of age
$25,000+
A fully obedience-trained service puppy (6 months and older) has been carefully selected, trained and has undergone extensive socialization by Dog Training Elite. Additional training will be required once the puppy is placed. This is ideal for individuals who want to be a part of a service dog's puppy and development years and training process.
Included with Package: E-Collar, DTE Puppy Essentials Handbook, DTE Puppy Webinar access
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 3 sessions of basic obedience
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 5 sessions of e-collar training
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 3 sessions to pass public access test
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 4 sessions for service dog tasks
- Group Classes Lifetime support
- Lifetime support once formal training is complete
- Basic Treat Obedience Including: Come, sit, loose-leash walking, and down
- Puppy Corrections (Stop biting, digging, jumping, etc.)
- Crate Training
- 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. E-Collar is included however purchase of additional equipment may be required.
$4,195
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).
Equipment Included: 20' Nylon Leash, Place Cot, and E-Collar
- Puppy Selection advice
- Private, one-on-one training sessions in your home and the community 8 Sessions
- Group Training Classes One-hour sessions 1 Year
- Education on how to start removing the e-collar
- AKC Training
- E-Collar, Therapy Bandana, ID Card, and Certificate of Training included in package
- 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
Facility Packages
Day Camps Now Open!
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Day camp and train
Based on your preferences
Electronic training collar included with purchase of Elite Training Camp & Service Training Camp
*Specialized training options are based upon your dog's abilities and may require purchase of additional training equipment.
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
- AKC Testing
- ID cards, registration, and certificates
Psychiatric / PTSD Support Dog
12 One-on-One Sessions
$4,195+
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
- Interrupting Repetitive Behaviors
- This program also includes the lifetime follow up that the platinum package provides.
Mobility Support Dog Training
16 One-on-One Sessions
$8,600+
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 handler's specific mobility and ambulatory needs. Mobility service dog tasks are customizable, but examples include:
- Forward Momentum Pull
- Counterbalance
- Item Retrieval
- Open Doors
- Turn Lights ON/OFF
- Alarm Alert
- Press Handicapped Buttons to Open Doors
Personalized Autism Canines
14 One-on-One Sessions
$5,795+
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
- Tactile Stimulation
Medical Alert Service Dog
24 One-on-One Sessions
$12,000+
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 Puppies
Designed for puppies 8 - 20 weeks of age
$25,000+
A fully obedience-trained service puppy (6 months and older) has been carefully selected, trained and has undergone extensive socialization by Dog Training Elite. Additional training will be required once the puppy is placed. This is ideal for individuals who want to be a part of a service dog's puppy and development years and training process.
Included with Package: E-Collar, DTE Puppy Essentials Handbook, DTE Puppy Webinar access
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 3 sessions of basic obedience
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 5 sessions of e-collar training
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 3 sessions to pass public access test
- In-Home, One-on-One Training Sessions 4 sessions for service dog tasks
- Group Classes Lifetime support
- Lifetime support once formal training is complete
- Basic Treat Obedience Including: Come, sit, loose-leash walking, and down
- Puppy Corrections (Stop biting, digging, jumping, etc.)
- Crate Training
- Socialization Tips
- Environmental Hazards
- Puppy Enrichment
- Caring for Your Puppy
Personal Protection Packages
Dogs trained through Protection Training Programs are pets first, protectors second. Personal protection is both fun and provides added peace of mind. Our Personal Protection Training is command-based, meaning that our dogs are taught to have control and not be aggressive until asked to engage with a threat.
All Protection Programs include: E-Collar
Bark and Hold - Level One
A dog that is trained to intimidate but not engage.
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This package helps start off a dog on their drive building, confidence building as well as to start becoming familiar with commands that pertain to protection. Dogs in Level One learn how to become confident barking and holding as well as lightly engaging with equipment.
Bite on Command - Level Two
A dog that will protect you and your family upon command.
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Level Two dogs get to being working closely with their handlers and a decoy and get to raise their confidence when engaging on bites. They are also worked with different stimulations and learn how to stand their ground.
Passive Protect - Level Three
A dog that will protect you and your family upon command.
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Building into a Level Three dog includes all previous trainings, as we as building a dog to come bite on command and learn when a situation requires the dog to engage. Level Three also includes being able to send a dog at a distance on command and a wide variety of targeting.
Independently - Level Four
A dog that will protect you, your family, and your property upon command.
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The ultimate training for protection work includes everything in the previous levels and more. The intensity of Level Four includes house searches, property protection and all targeting training.
*Prices and package details are Non-transferable to other DTE locations or new management.
Why Dog Training Elite Springfield?
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.
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 Springfield, MO Metro Area
Welcome to Dog Training Elite Springfield! We are a professional, family owned Springfield, MO-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 Springfield, MO 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 Springfield 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!