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Rick Busch
Dec. 20, 2024 - google
Many, many thanks to Dog Training Elite and especially to our Trainer/Owner, Michael Billedo. My wife and I checked out several dog training programs in the area for our Cavapoo, Cali, prior to contacting DTE. We were both very pleased and impressed with Michael and with the information he provided on that first phone call and felt very comfortable setting up an in-home introductory appointment. That first appointment went very well and Michael was very friendly and informative and there was absolutely no sales pressure. He made an immediate connection with Cali and with us and we comfortably selected the program we all felt would best meet our needs. Michael far exceeded our expectations as both a friendly and personable instructor and an expert dog trainer (and passionate dog lover!). We enjoyed working with Michael immensely both personally and professionally and highly recommend DTE and Michael for a great dog training experience. Our training goals were met and we now possess the tools and techniques we learned for a lifetime!
Valerie Wheeler
Dec. 20, 2024 - google
Whit is clear in his instruction and eager to help dog and owner work together for the best outcome. He has always been willing to schedule appointments that work with our home calendar.
Kristy Hicks.
Dec. 19, 2024 - google
Mr. Gray came to my house and help me train my dog Slim. He taught me what I needed to know to help me become a better pet parent. He works with your schedule and they have group training. He is a trainer that I would recommend.
Tai Harris
Dec. 18, 2024 - facebook
The exceptional team at Dog Training Elite of West Atlanta showcased remarkable knowledge, patiently guiding us through private dog training sessions with kindness, clarity, and honesty, effectively fostering a deeper understanding of obedience training and puppy training classes. Their service dog training expertise was truly impressive, providing a wealth of insight into the world of dogs and leaving us feeling confident in our newfound abilities.
Tailor Harris
Dec. 18, 2024 - google
The exceptional team at Dog Training Elite of West Atlanta showcased remarkable knowledge, patiently guiding us through private dog training sessions with kindness, clarity, and honesty, effectively fostering a deeper understanding of obedience training and puppy training classes. Their service dog training expertise was truly impressive, providing a wealth of insight into the world of dogs and leaving us feeling confident in our newfound abilities.
Derrick Gonzalez
Dec. 16, 2024 - google
Whit and his family have done an incredible job with my Bella, as well as with us as dog parents. We enrolled Bella for service dog training since she was a little crazy puppy, and she has grown into a wonderful well behaved adult dog that we are very proud of. Consistency is key, and we appreciate Dog Training Elite West Atlanta for always being consistent with us.
Alaina Hornsby
Nov. 8, 2024 - google
Mikie & Dixie have made SO much progress from training! Gosia & Mike were so patient with our newly rescued, very skiddish, dogs. The pups went from scattering like cockroaches with any amount of freedom or any noise to following us off leash in a Home Depot in the loud lumber department & following us down the path to our dock or wherever we lead them.p Thank you!!!
Kaitlyn Taylor
Nov. 23, 2024 - google
The terms "professional," "personable," and "efficient" scarcely encapsulate the outstanding training and demeanor that Whit Gray provides! My dog had been labeled as "fear aggressive," as Whit accurately described. He would nip at strangers and exhibited discomfort with being touched, although he was comfortable around my family members. Additionally, he appeared intimidated by toddlers and unfamiliar faces in our home. After just four one-on-one training sessions, I observed a remarkable transformation in my dog! What I appreciated most about Whit was his patience and professionalism in his training techniques, complemented by his thorough explanations of his methods and their underlying rationale. He offered me reassurance and guidance on how to teach my dog right from wrong. Whit not only excels as a trainer but also maintains an approachable and responsive demeanor when I had inquiries about my dog's behavior or needed to reschedule sessions. His communication was consistently professional and efficient. I wholeheartedly recommend Whit as a trainer for anyone seeking a patient and skilled professional. Thank you, Whit!
Madelyn Spain
Nov. 8, 2024 - google
Absolutely thrilled with the transformation our pup has undergone thanks to Mike and Gosia! Initially, I was hesitant about their training methods, but the results have been nothing short of life-changing. We had tried treat-based training, but it just wasn’t enough—she wasn’t really grasping the commands, and we constantly had to keep an eye on her. Fast forward to today, and she’s a trained service dog that I can confidently take anywhere. Her behavior garners so many compliments, and I finally feel the peace of knowing she’s well-trained and trustworthy, even around other dogs, thanks to the group training sessions. The group training has been invaluable, as she’s learned to follow commands amidst distractions, which has made a huge difference in real-world situations. Mike and Gosia go above and beyond—they genuinely care about the dogs and their clients. When our dog had surgery, they reached out to check on her, showing just how dedicated they are to the well-being of their “students.” Their passion for what they do is evident, and it’s clear they love their work. I can’t recommend them enough—if you’re on the fence, trust me, this is the best decision we ever made for our dog and our family!
Rhonda Hazen
Nov. 7, 2024 - google
Our 1 yr old English Cream Golden Retriever needed training for basic commands. Ashia was wonderful! She achieved what we had hoped for and our sweet pup is now well behaved!!
Karen S
Sep. 7, 2023 - google
We are very pleased with Dog Elite Training. Gosia is amazing and was very thorough about training our baby Leia. We seriously recommended their services. Training goes a long way when it comes to everyday circumstances and we are glad that we decided to get Leia on board with their Gold program. Can’t wait to try their Therapy Dog program. We are so grateful about having all the support from Dog Elite to get Leia where she is now. Jessica was also very quick to communicate throughout the whole program and to accommodate schedule changes when needed. Kudos to their excellent customer service!
Jane Fahey
Oct. 8, 2024 - google
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.
Leslie Lady
Sep. 19, 2024 - google
I can't say enough about Michael and Gosia. They were professional, great with my dog, flexible, and encouraging even when I was not learning as well as my dog. Thank you!
Alyse Santoro Martinez
Sep. 16, 2024 - google
Michael and Gosia are a great duo in obedience dog training! They worked slowly and in detail with my dog that I thought would require aggression training. I learned of her reactivity triggers and how boundaries are so critical. I recommend Elite Training to anyone who is looking to make any change in behavior with their dog. You can’t not see a difference to follow!
Cindy Jacobs
Sep. 14, 2024 - google
Mike was amazing in helping train Dolly and me. Mike gave me the confidence to give Dolly the best forever home. He was patient and encouraging to both of us and always listened to any challenges I was having with “homework”. I highly recommend using Dog Training Elite Northeast Atlanta.
Addie Rodriguez
Sep. 14, 2024 - google
I’m not sure who Michael trained more - us or the dogs! We had a wonderful experience with Dog Training Elite from start to finish. I will admit, I was extremely skeptical that our two large, rambunctious hound dogs (1yr and 2yrs old) could ever follow commands or walk nicely on leashes without pulling my arms out of their sockets. If you told me I would be able to take them both out in public or even sit down at an outdoor cafe table while they laid at our feet I would have choked. But here we are! Michael is so knowledgeable and dedicated to what he does, and he was able to guide us in training two dogs with very different personalities with ease. While training was both a financial and time commitment (reinforcement practice at home is critical!), we found it to be completely worth the investment. He was very flexible in scheduling our training sessions as we have 3 active sons and a full time job. We have already recommended Michael and Dog Training Elite to our friends and family who see how much it has changed our dogs. I’m so thankful!
J Y
Sep. 5, 2024 - google
Mike was amazing. I hired him to help me build trust with my American Pit Bull Terrier, Samson. Samson is 2 and started to experience anxiety when he was around children, working breed dogs, and select others. Samson knew basic commands, but he wasn't focusing on me which led me to hire Mike and his wife. I'm so grateful I did because now, Samson focuses on me, has learned new commands, and his an overall happier dog. I would recommend this amazing company to anyone searching for top quality dog training.
Kamaryn
Sep. 2, 2024 - google
Gosia is the best! She not only taught my dog but she taught me as well! She gave me the tools that I needed to continue to keep up with my dogs training as he continues to grow. 10/10 would recommend Dog Training Elite Northeast Atlanta!
Mary Armstrong
Aug. 16, 2024 - google
I love that they come to us for the training. They were very helpful and great to work with! Thanks for all the help with puppy training. We cannot wait to start obedience next.
Gail Walker
Jun. 22, 2024 - google
Our pup is almost 2 years old and very headstrong. We have had 2 trainers before without being able to get him to obey. Mike was great with him. He runs to his place, runs to me when I call and does a great heel. I highly recommend them to anyone trying to get a well behaved dog!
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Our Team

Charmone Newell - Owner - DTE North Atlanta
Charmone Newell
Owner - DTE North Atlanta

Charmone received her teaching degree from Maryville College and served in a number of instructional roles throughout the years, as a private school teacher, military instructor, seminar facilitator and as a Principal. She has educated children and adults in a wide array of subjects, and in a variety of settings, both military and civilian, local and international. After she retired from the Air Force as a 1st Sergeant after 28 years of service, she put her vast educational and leadership skills to use as a business owner and elite dog trainer.

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Sable Newell  - Lead Trainer - DTE North Atlanta
Sable Newell
Lead Trainer - DTE North Atlanta

DTE is thrilled to have Sable in our pack. She studied Psychology at Columbus University. Her expertise is a great asset to the team, and her knowledge of behavioral patterns is invaluable when training dogs.

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Reina Dupree - Trainer - DTE North Atlanta
Reina Dupree
Trainer - DTE North Atlanta

DTE is elated to have Reina in our pack. Her enthusiasm is contagious and her study of behavioral pet psychology makes her great with both people and dogs.

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Whit Gray - Owner
Whit Gray
Owner

Whit realized his love of animals when he trained his first dog at 12 years old in Atlanta, GA. He is a US Army veteran, has worked as an Accountant with the CDC and recently owned 2 Laundromats in the Atlanta area. Whit enjoys helping small business owners to obtain financing for real estate commercial projects.

Dog Training elite has allowed Whit to get back to his childhood dreams of working with animals and helping others that can use the assistance of animals to help in their daily lives. In his spare time, he enjoys reading and traveling to different locales.

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Gosia Billedo - Owner & Trainer<br>Hablo español
Gosia Billedo
Owner & Trainer
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Born and raised in Poland, Gosia has called Georgia home since 2013, when she took a huge leap of faith and accepted a career opportunity that took her and her teenage son across the globe to start a new life in the US. A decade later, and after 20+ years of a successful career in sales and account management, she decided to take another leap of faith and leave the corporate world to follow her passion for dogs and ambition to work for her own success as a dog training franchise owner with the support of her husband and business partner, Michael.

As a trainer, Gosia teams up with Lucy, her German Shorthaired Pointer, to support dog owners in their community by helping them build happy and healthy relationships with their four-legged family members. She is a big fan and advocate of dog adoptions and being a loving mom to her rescue dog Rusty, she strongly believes in the importance of training and socialization in the process of helping dogs and their humans to adapt to their new life together.

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Michael Billedo - Owner & Trainer
Michael Billedo
Owner & Trainer

Michael, who was born in the Philippines, has lived much of his life in different US states, now calls the Peach State home since 2010. He has three adult daughters, and five (and counting) grandchildren! He spent his early career as a Respiratory Therapist in the Chicago area, then took a gamble to go into medical device marketing and has been very successful for over two decades. He has now taken his passion for making a difference in people’s lives, his love for dogs, and running his own business into being a co-owner at Dog Training Elite Northeast Atlanta.

Being gregarious and curious-minded, Michael loves interacting with people and loves to help and support their needs. In this, he finds ways to reach out and help the community, and of course, people with dogs. He looks forward to working with all his clients to develop the bond and socialization that comes with training a well-mannered, happy dog.

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Ava Armstrong - Administrative Assistant
Ava Armstrong
Administrative Assistant

DTE is pleased to have Ava as part of our team. They have a strong background in retail and customer service, and are highly efficient in caring for our clients.

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Jamie - Trainer
Jamie
Trainer

My dog, Bruce, and I are passionate about exploring the outdoors, from hiking trails to paddle boarding on the water. I believe that a well-trained dog is essential for safe, enjoyable adventures outside. My approach to training focuses on building a strong bond between dog and owner, enhancing both communication and confidence. Let’s work together to make your dog the best companion they can be!

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