Goldendoodle Training in Cleveland, OH

I can’t express enough gratitude to the incredible staff at Dog Training Elite for their exceptional program and support in training my boxer puppy. From the moment we started, it was clear that every trainer is highly skilled and genuinely passionate about dogs. Their expertise and love for every dog shine through in every interaction. DTE not only focuses on training our furry friends but also empowers dog owners to become confident and effective handlers. As someone who had a profound fear of dogs, I can’t emphasize enough how DTE has transformed my life. The staff has no idea how they’ve helped me overcome my irrational fear of dogs—phobias often stem from past experiences or anxieties—and in doing so, they’ve opened up a world of joy and love for these amazing creatures. I’ve finally experienced what true, unconditional, and non-judgmental love feels like, thanks to my journey with DTE. They have laid a solid foundation for my puppy to become a well-mannered and classy dog, and I truly believe that any dog, at any stage, can be transformed with their guidance. If you’re looking for a place to train your dog, look no further! DTE is a group of incredible trainers who will change not only your dog but you as well. They also offer continual training throughout your dog’s life, ensuring a lasting bond and skill set. Every dog we have in the future will undoubtedly be a student of Dog Training Elite. Thank you for everything! We look forward to returning to training after Mocha’s heat cycle 🔥

We used Dog Training Elite for our foster dog, Champ and couldn't be happier with the outcome! Champ was very fearful and had a traumatic past, and we chose Dog Training Elite because of their extensive experience working with nervous dogs. We pursued obedience training hoping to establish routine, boundaries, and help Champ build trust in his humans. Champ genuinely loved going to "school" every day, and came home at the end of the program with a good understanding of all the basic commands we were expecting. The team was also great about transferring their knowledge and techniques to us to be able to continue working with Champ and building up distractions. While Champ will always be a nervous dog, we've seen his confidence grow so much since he's been home and we're excited to see how far he can go!

Josh has been in my home for multiple training sessions, and I can’t say enough great things about him. Not only is he incredibly professional and knowledgeable, but he’s also genuinely personable and easy to work with. We have a great time each session, and my 7-year-old dog has made tremendous progress in just three visits — far more than I ever expected in such a short time. The training is effective, compassionate, and tailored to our needs, and the results speak for themselves. I can’t rave enough about this team. If you choose them for your canine family, you will not be disappointed!

Elite in North Olmstead is FANTASTIC! We now have well behaved 9 month old pug sisters who actually sit, come and stay in place! I was impressed from the start, with the detailed, thoughtful approach to our orientation, sign up and start of class. The trainers were fantastic because they explained Rosie and Frankie's behavior - broke down the why's - and taught us right along with the girls. My confidence grew with each week, despite the unexpected distractions of life (including a trip to the hospital). I was impressed with the way this group worked as a team and really cared about my furry family members. Our girls went into heat in the middle of their two week plan, and Josh called us at work so we could be prepared and assured us we would pick right back up when they finished. Sure enough! The cost is well work it. My expectations were far exceeded. These trainers know dogs, they know how to train dogs, and teach the humans as well! Pugs are for stubbornness. This is pug 7 and 8 for us, and for the first time I'm walking well-behaved dogs outside! The girls are leaving things alone, sitting when told and seem to have a certain calmness and confidence since class. These folks know what they are doing and they do it in the most professional, compassionate way!

Josh and his team of trainers are top notch! We took our 6 month old German shepherd there for obedience training. We have noticed a huge difference in lunas behavior. Thank you all at elite dog training.

This should have been written months ago, but because of the training our pups went through, for the first time in two years, we are no longer prisoners of our home and have been busy traveling and enjoying life with our well-behaved pups. Before Josh came my husband and I were unable to leave our house together, one of us had to remain home to ensure our home wouldn’t be destroyed. We were also unable to have friends and family over for fear of someone being bitten. We addressed our concerns with our veterinarian who HIGHLY recommended Josh and his team. She specifically named Josh because she was aware of his success turning around the behaviors of the most aggressive dogs. So now we had three choices: remain isolated, enlist the help of Josh or euthanize our pup. We trust our veterinarian completely and decided to call Josh. We signed up for the at home, 1:1 training since Bodhi was not appropriate for the group training sessions yet. On his first training day, Bodhi was a growling, gnashing, Whirling Dervish. We were scared for Josh, but he was calm. By the end of the first hour Bodhi sat still at Josh’s side. Each week brought larger improvements. Not only was the aggression gone, but other unstable behaviors ( jumping, non-stop barking, charging the fence) also diminished. We have now joined a new community with people walking their dogs in close proximity to us without an issue. Friends who were unable to visit because of Bodhi’s behaviors now enjoy interacting with him. We have been able to crate train him and are free to leave as a couple. Additionally, we have been able to apply what we learned To help our other dog be well behaved. The training that we learned can be applied to all of our future pups as well. Ours was very dire situation that was completely turned around in eight weeks due to the training Josh

They far exceeded our expectations. Josh and Lexiwere always patient and with our dog and us. I could not control Miles and now she is off leash. I would recommend them to everyone and can’t say enough good things about our experience.

Kevin was excellent with our dog. His directions for her and us were very clear. Our dog really learned a lot during these lessons. I would highly recommend his service.

We cannot say enough amazing things about Dog Training Elite and their incredible team! When we first started, we honestly never thought our Yorkie would be able to listen, follow commands, or ever walk off leash—especially outside with all the distractions. But thanks to Kevin, Karly, Hayley, and Brian, our little pup has completely transformed! From day one, they were patient, knowledgeable, and so encouraging. They truly took the time to understand our dog’s personality and our goals as owners. Every session was fun, positive, and effective. The progress we saw each week blew us away. Now, our Yorkie listens, responds, and walks confidently off leash—something we never imagined possible! The team didn’t just train our dog—they taught us how to communicate better and build a stronger bond with him. Their dedication, professionalism, and genuine care for both pets and owners are unmatched. If you’re thinking about training your dog, don’t hesitate for a second—Dog Training Elite is the best decision you’ll ever make. Thank you so much, Kevin, Karly, Hayley, and Brian, for giving us the tools and confidence to enjoy every moment with our perfectly trained pup!

We were astonished by how incredible everyone involved has been. Our dog has learned so much so quickly, and everyone we have interacted with has been friendly, helpful and just overall amazing to work with. Highly recommend!

Josh and his team are great. You can tell they all love what they're do, and it shows in the training.

I honestly can’t express enough gratitude toward the whole staff for their knowledge and dedication to training dogs. My pup is very energetic and they were able to relocate that energy into training and away from destructive behaviors. I actually feel confident taking him to family events or in public now because he listens so well. We did the two week in facility training and finished our 3 follow ups, and he’s developed so much confidence. If you’re looking to strengthen your relationship with your dog I would say without a doubt you should go to Dog Training Elite Greater Cleveland. They are compassionate, highly knowledgeable trainers and we couldn’t be more happy with the outcome.

The entire team has been great friendly and extremely helpful

josh is absolutely amazing. because of him, my dog has finally went in the car by himself, listens more, and is a better obedient dog over all. i didn't think my dog was capable of this but josh and his team made it possible. thank you josh!!

We first enlisted help from Dog Training Elite last November, about two months after we adopted Oswald. He was extremely scared, undisciplined and reactive around other dogs. And with his large size, we knew we needed help. We chose the day camp training program to help get Oswald (and us!) the training that was badly needed. Josh’s expertise is what drove me to choose Dog Training Elite, and he and his team of trainers deeply care about the dogs and want to see you succeed. And having the continued support of Josh and his team has been invaluable. We have drop-in sessions, home sessions and weekly group training available to us, which have also been of great help. With training and time, Oswald is now a relaxed, well-behaved dog — who can now just be a dog! Friends and family who saw how Oswald behaved when we first adopted him compared to now, always comment on what a good dog he is. Dog Training Elite was recommended to us, and we would recommend them to other dog owners 100% of the time.

Josh is currently training our dog. He has a tendency to bite at times but Josh is taking the bull by the horns and training our dog into make him obedient and less aggressive. His tips and training methods have improved our dog significantly. One of our friends even noticed he was way better now than before the training. Josh is also very approachable and responds quickly over text if anything arises. He takes the time and effort to make sure the dog is trained with care Instead of fear.

I can’t say enough great things about Josh! He’s truly amazing, so in tune with Enzo and always makes him feel completely comfortable. His patience and attention to detail are unmatched. You can tell he genuinely cares about the dogs he works with and is passionate about what he does. He’s always willing to help, answer questions, and go the extra mile. Enzo absolutely loves him, and I’m so grateful for all the progress we’ve made. I also LOVE fact that every class ends in play time for Enzo so he is nice and tired before going home. Truly the best there is.

Kevin and Andrea at Dog Training Elite, plus their team, helped us reach our goal to have Tucker become a therapy dog!

We LOVED everything! We have a lab that is going to be very big, and wanted to nip training in the butt! We could tell a difference in just two days! Everyone did an amazing job training our dog Bruno! Bruno was excited to go to training and would start waging his tail as soon as we pulled in, which showed the love and care they gave him while training! I highly recommend!!!!!

I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Dog Training Elite Greater Cleveland. From the very first session, the trainers brought a calm, confident energy that helped both me and my dog feel at ease. Their collective knowledge and professionalism really stood out, and their consistency across sessions made it easy to build momentum and trust the process. What impressed me most was how patient, understanding, and encouraging each trainer was—especially when my dog had those high-energy, impulsive moments. The basic obedience lessons were clear, effective, and adaptable to real-life situations. The whole experience felt structured but never rigid, and always supportive. If you’re serious about results and want trainers who truly care about both you and your dog, this is the team to work with. Easily the best dog training experience I’ve had in the Cleveland area.