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One of our trainers will visit your home to meet you and your dog and discuss any issues you're facing. We will then demonstrate one of our model dogs so you can see what you can expect after hiring our trainers. From there, we will discuss the various packages we offer and which we feel best suit your (and your dog's) needs.
We provide full obedience training that covers all basic commands, both on and off-leash. Our in-home visits target specific issues like counter-surfing, digging, and more. Unlike some trainers, we work with all breeds, including those often considered challenging.
Yes. You (and anyone in your family who wants to be involved) are integral to your dog getting trained. We need you to practice 5-6 days a week, about 15-20 minutes a day for optimal results.
Once a week. We come to you (with the silver, gold and platinum packages) once a week to start your dog off, then you come to park sessions which are held once a week in Fort Wayne.
To effectively resolve specific issues, we need to start with a solid foundation in obedience. This approach helps you become a confident leader for your dog, which is key to addressing and preventing behavioral problems.
Nope. Those are dangerous grounds to tread upon. We'd much rather train a vicious dog!
We train dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. Whether your dog is a tiny Chihuahua or a large Mastiff, we have the experience and expertise to work with them.
Yes. Working with and controlling aggression is one of our specialties in Fort Wayne.
We focus on training companion dogs for veterans and individuals with PTSD and other psychological conditions. In addition to service animals, we also train therapy dogs that visit hospitals, nursing homes, and treatment centers.
To be a service dog, your dog needs to have an even temperament. Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Standard Poodles, Goldendoodles, etc. typically have a great temperament for service work. For some types of service work, your dog will need to have AKC certifications (such as Canine Good Citizen or Community Canine) which we are able to certify. As always, we would be happy to assess your dog's aptitude for service work for free!

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  • Samantha Pickett
    Apr. 24, 2025
    Clint and Nathan have been great with my dog Louie! Learning their training methods has helped Louie listen and helped me regain control! Thanks!
  • Alexandra Fitzwater
    Apr. 22, 2025
    Thank you to Nathan and Clint! Tripp made a complete 180 in his obedience from his first class to only his 4th class. We look forward to his future progress with DTE!
  • Erica Deathe
    Apr. 22, 2025
    We've been so pleased with the customer service. They are so easy to work with and make things so easy to understand and be a part of. We can't wait to see how our pup will grow and learn!
  • Natalie Knoblock
    Apr. 16, 2025
    Clint and Nathan were great to work with! I appreciate all their guidance and knowledge in helping me and my dog, Mika, become a certified therapy team!
  • Kris Grimmer
    Apr. 15, 2025
    I have had Clint and Nate come train my Grace. They are excellent at not only training Grace, but training me as well. I have had trainers before for other dogs and they no way compare to these two gentlemen. I would definitely and have recommended them.
  • patricia leazier
    Apr. 15, 2025
    Clint has been amazing, within the first visit I noticed a change in my puppy. With his knowledge and my practice she is showing great growth just within a few weeks. I cannot wait to see what the future brings. And to show her off!
  • Kim Cole
    Apr. 15, 2025
    Great group of people!! So knowledgeable!!
  • Meganne Smith
    Apr. 15, 2025
    Dog Training Elite NE Indiana has been an absolute godsend for me. I rescued a Staffordshire/Pitbull mix almost 2 years ago and only recently started seeing protective/aggressive behaviors that concerned me. My husband and I called and they set up a meeting. We ended up going with them, and I am SO grateful we did. I am ENJOYING walks with my dog (previously those were exhausting with pulling and fear of being able to control her). We can have people into our home and we actually worked through several of her unusual fear responses to different things in the home as well. I am SO proud of her, and SO THANKFUL that my husband and I made this investment into her for our family. I feel like these tools can be used for any other dog that we might get in the future, and having a lifetime of help with this dog is huge so that we can continue working on the commands that Dog Training Elite taught us.
  • Katie Steenport
    Apr. 14, 2025
    We had a great experience with Nathan and Clint. They are both very knowledgeable and really helped us with our pup. We are super thankful.
  • Justin & Kara Branock
    Apr. 14, 2025
    We LOVE dog training elite! Nate is so patient and explains things so wel. Diesel loves training just as much as we do. I highly recommend them to anyone who asks!
  • Woo Dannenfelser
    Apr. 11, 2025
    Our experience with our St. Bernard was amazing! Nate was great with our girl Elly. She progessed from a crazy puppy to a well-behaved dog. I was not a fan of e-collars before this but I'm a believer now after being trained in how to use them properly. I would recommend Dog Training Elite to anyone who wants a high quality experience with their dog.
  • john epple
    Apr. 2, 2025
    Nathan was awsome with my pup. Highly recommend.
  • Elliette Dunifon
    Mar. 24, 2025
    Nathan is awesome! Banks learns from him every class and proves it. Now both of us are excited for walks and public outings, and even more excited to start group classes to further improvements. This program and Nathan are a definite game changer in Bank’s behavior and I don’t know what we would have done without it.
  • Wes Olson
    Mar. 24, 2025
    I ordered the Premium package and trained all 8 one on one sessions with Nathan. He was very intuitive and kind. His training and advice was very easy to follow and easy to execute and worked wonders. Hestia is a Rottweiler and prone to stubbornness but she has been following commands rather quickly with his help. This was my first time getting professional training for a dog and I really could not be happier with the results I've gotten from Dog Training Elite. I am very much looking forward to attending the group sessions held at my local parks and having a wonderful dog with excellent manners!
  • Cyndi Coyne
    Apr. 6, 2024
    I highly recommend Dog Training Elite! We have seen a complete transformation in our Cleo! We recently adopted her from a local rescue group knowing she likely had survived some difficult situations. This resulted in her exhibiting a good deal of anxiety, reactivity, and aggressiveness, especially with strangers. We quickly realized video tutorials and online training classes were not going to be enough for us to help her unlearn the poor coping behaviors she had developed and we needed help. We were so happy to discover DTE! Clint and Nathan are amazing! From the moment Clint step into our house the first time, through each individual training session, and now the group classes, they both have shared their knowledge and skill to give us the tools we needed to help Cleo learn how to manage her anxiety and become a calmer, more pleasant and well-behaved pup. We saw positive changes in her immediately, and with regular, consistent application of the techniques they taught us, she is now a totally different dog. We couldn't be more pleased!
  • Rich Heiser
    Feb. 11, 2025
    Dog Training Elite knows dogs! It’s that simple. They understand what it takes to help your dog become an obedient, loving companion. We used them for our adopted Elsie and she is doing great! Nathan was our primary trainer. He explained everything right from the start and throughout the whole process. He really helped us see that OUR learning more about Elsie’s innate characteristics helped us to participate in her successful training. I highly recommend Dog Training Elite.
  • Jody ann Collins
    Jan. 10, 2025
    Nathan was great! Our dog Rocky learned so fast and Nathan was very professional and friendly each visit. He communicated great with us and explained everything to us perfectly. Would definitely recommend their service to anyone needing their dog trained!
  • Katie
    Dec. 16, 2024
    Please use this service if you are in need of a good dog trainer!!! Clint was so great working with my dog. She was very ill-tempered and suffers from separation anxiety. She had biting issues and was very temperamental to others and other dogs. When I inquired with other trainers they were not helpful and did nothing but throw kibbles on the ground. Clint on the other hand honed right on to the issues and helped me greatly when all other avenues seemed lost, especially when evening walking my dog was difficult. I was completely grateful for his fast service and the patience he had with my dog. Thank you Clint and Elite Dog Training for helping me and my dog!
  • Nicole Gunn
    Dec. 15, 2024
    My dog was very anxious about a lot of things. I tried independently to help him, but I wasn't getting results. This company has shown me techniques that have now gotten us to the point where my dog is getting so much braver. Nathan was patient and reassured me that even my dog, a little older, a rescue, and with severe anxiety, could be helped. He was right. I love that now that personal training is over, I can get in group classes, which helps my dog get more socialized and confident. I can email with questions that might come up. This is a great company.
  • Eva Doucette
    Nov. 29, 2024
    Nathan was our trainer and he was great! Explained everything thoroughly and helped my dog so much.
  • Samantha Pickett
    Apr. 24, 2025
    Clint and Nathan have been great with my dog Louie! Learning their training methods has helped Louie listen and helped me regain control! Thanks!
  • Alexandra Fitzwater
    Apr. 22, 2025
    Thank you to Nathan and Clint! Tripp made a complete 180 in his obedience from his first class to only his 4th class. We look forward to his future progress with DTE!
  • Erica Deathe
    Apr. 22, 2025
    We've been so pleased with the customer service. They are so easy to work with and make things so easy to understand and be a part of. We can't wait to see how our pup will grow and learn!
  • Natalie Knoblock
    Apr. 16, 2025
    Clint and Nathan were great to work with! I appreciate all their guidance and knowledge in helping me and my dog, Mika, become a certified therapy team!
  • Kris Grimmer
    Apr. 15, 2025
    I have had Clint and Nate come train my Grace. They are excellent at not only training Grace, but training me as well. I have had trainers before for other dogs and they no way compare to these two gentlemen. I would definitely and have recommended them.
  • patricia leazier
    Apr. 15, 2025
    Clint has been amazing, within the first visit I noticed a change in my puppy. With his knowledge and my practice she is showing great growth just within a few weeks. I cannot wait to see what the future brings. And to show her off!
  • Kim Cole
    Apr. 15, 2025
    Great group of people!! So knowledgeable!!
  • Meganne Smith
    Apr. 15, 2025
    Dog Training Elite NE Indiana has been an absolute godsend for me. I rescued a Staffordshire/Pitbull mix almost 2 years ago and only recently started seeing protective/aggressive behaviors that concerned me. My husband and I called and they set up a meeting. We ended up going with them, and I am SO grateful we did. I am ENJOYING walks with my dog (previously those were exhausting with pulling and fear of being able to control her). We can have people into our home and we actually worked through several of her unusual fear responses to different things in the home as well. I am SO proud of her, and SO THANKFUL that my husband and I made this investment into her for our family. I feel like these tools can be used for any other dog that we might get in the future, and having a lifetime of help with this dog is huge so that we can continue working on the commands that Dog Training Elite taught us.
  • Katie Steenport
    Apr. 14, 2025
    We had a great experience with Nathan and Clint. They are both very knowledgeable and really helped us with our pup. We are super thankful.
  • Justin & Kara Branock
    Apr. 14, 2025
    We LOVE dog training elite! Nate is so patient and explains things so wel. Diesel loves training just as much as we do. I highly recommend them to anyone who asks!
  • Woo Dannenfelser
    Apr. 11, 2025
    Our experience with our St. Bernard was amazing! Nate was great with our girl Elly. She progessed from a crazy puppy to a well-behaved dog. I was not a fan of e-collars before this but I'm a believer now after being trained in how to use them properly. I would recommend Dog Training Elite to anyone who wants a high quality experience with their dog.
  • john epple
    Apr. 2, 2025
    Nathan was awsome with my pup. Highly recommend.
  • Elliette Dunifon
    Mar. 24, 2025
    Nathan is awesome! Banks learns from him every class and proves it. Now both of us are excited for walks and public outings, and even more excited to start group classes to further improvements. This program and Nathan are a definite game changer in Bank’s behavior and I don’t know what we would have done without it.
  • Wes Olson
    Mar. 24, 2025
    I ordered the Premium package and trained all 8 one on one sessions with Nathan. He was very intuitive and kind. His training and advice was very easy to follow and easy to execute and worked wonders. Hestia is a Rottweiler and prone to stubbornness but she has been following commands rather quickly with his help. This was my first time getting professional training for a dog and I really could not be happier with the results I've gotten from Dog Training Elite. I am very much looking forward to attending the group sessions held at my local parks and having a wonderful dog with excellent manners!
  • Cyndi Coyne
    Apr. 6, 2024
    I highly recommend Dog Training Elite! We have seen a complete transformation in our Cleo! We recently adopted her from a local rescue group knowing she likely had survived some difficult situations. This resulted in her exhibiting a good deal of anxiety, reactivity, and aggressiveness, especially with strangers. We quickly realized video tutorials and online training classes were not going to be enough for us to help her unlearn the poor coping behaviors she had developed and we needed help. We were so happy to discover DTE! Clint and Nathan are amazing! From the moment Clint step into our house the first time, through each individual training session, and now the group classes, they both have shared their knowledge and skill to give us the tools we needed to help Cleo learn how to manage her anxiety and become a calmer, more pleasant and well-behaved pup. We saw positive changes in her immediately, and with regular, consistent application of the techniques they taught us, she is now a totally different dog. We couldn't be more pleased!
  • Rich Heiser
    Feb. 11, 2025
    Dog Training Elite knows dogs! It’s that simple. They understand what it takes to help your dog become an obedient, loving companion. We used them for our adopted Elsie and she is doing great! Nathan was our primary trainer. He explained everything right from the start and throughout the whole process. He really helped us see that OUR learning more about Elsie’s innate characteristics helped us to participate in her successful training. I highly recommend Dog Training Elite.
  • Jody ann Collins
    Jan. 10, 2025
    Nathan was great! Our dog Rocky learned so fast and Nathan was very professional and friendly each visit. He communicated great with us and explained everything to us perfectly. Would definitely recommend their service to anyone needing their dog trained!
  • Katie
    Dec. 16, 2024
    Please use this service if you are in need of a good dog trainer!!! Clint was so great working with my dog. She was very ill-tempered and suffers from separation anxiety. She had biting issues and was very temperamental to others and other dogs. When I inquired with other trainers they were not helpful and did nothing but throw kibbles on the ground. Clint on the other hand honed right on to the issues and helped me greatly when all other avenues seemed lost, especially when evening walking my dog was difficult. I was completely grateful for his fast service and the patience he had with my dog. Thank you Clint and Elite Dog Training for helping me and my dog!
  • Nicole Gunn
    Dec. 15, 2024
    My dog was very anxious about a lot of things. I tried independently to help him, but I wasn't getting results. This company has shown me techniques that have now gotten us to the point where my dog is getting so much braver. Nathan was patient and reassured me that even my dog, a little older, a rescue, and with severe anxiety, could be helped. He was right. I love that now that personal training is over, I can get in group classes, which helps my dog get more socialized and confident. I can email with questions that might come up. This is a great company.
  • Eva Doucette
    Nov. 29, 2024
    Nathan was our trainer and he was great! Explained everything thoroughly and helped my dog so much.

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Clint Frank - Owner & Lead Trainer
Clint Frank
Owner & Lead Trainer

Clint is a proud United States Marine Corps veteran, having honorably served his country with two distinguished tours in Iraq. After his military service, Clint pursued his passion for physical education, earning a degree in Exercise Science from Ball State University and a master’s degree in Sports Performance. His expertise led to a successful nine-year career as a high school PE teacher and athletics coach in strength and conditioning.

A lifelong dog lover from Indiana, Clint grew up surrounded by these incredible animals, making his transition to a career centered around dog training a natural evolution. Clint shares his love of the outdoors with his two dogs, a chocolate Lab named Kamo and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever named Takoda, who also serves as Clint’s service dog. Together, they enjoy activities like hunting—especially duck hunting—and spending time in nature.

Family is at the heart of everything Clint does. He and his wife, Cassie, an experienced educator, are the proud parents of two energetic sons. Clint enjoys coaching his kids and watching them play soccer, basketball, and baseball, cherishing these moments with his family.

Clint and Cassie are thrilled to have their whole family involved in their business and are passionate about helping clients build strong, positive relationships with their canine companions. They look forward to meeting you and your furry friend and being part of your training journey!

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Cassie Frank - Co-Owner & Marketing/Communications Director
Cassie Frank
Co-Owner & Marketing/Communications Director

Cassie grew up in a small Indiana town and had dogs her entire life. When the time came to look into getting her first car, Cassie’s parents said she could pick out a used car or a puppy and a hand-me-down car. Cassie, of course, chose the puppy (a dachshund named Charlie). Cassie graduated from Ball State University with a degree in Elementary Education. While in college she met Clint, now her husband of eight years. Like most newlyweds, they decided to get a puppy. Kamo was quite the rambunctious chocolate lab. However, with training from Clint, he was an obedient puppy in no time! Shortly after Kamo entered their lives, their family grew by two sons (Scout currently 3 years old, and Palmer 5 years old). Cassie has taught at the elementary level for ten years and is excited for the new learning adventures ahead.

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Nathan - Trainer
Nathan
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Nathan is a loving husband and father. He values honesty, loyalty, and good friendships. Perhaps that is why he loves dogs so much, as they are the definition of loyalty and affection. Over the years, Nathan has owned several dogs. Currently, he enjoys the companionship of a sweet terrier mix named Wrenly, who is smart and eager to learn, and a big fluffy Pyrenees mix named Gracie, who takes a little more encouragement.

He has been married for 20 years to his wife Elissa and has three teenagers, Trace, Cole, and Samantha. When not spending time with his family and dogs, he is also a scheduler and mediator at MindCAP Cognitive Advantage and loves spending time outdoors. He is excited to work with dogs and their owners, to help them develop the skills they need to live peacefully and confidently in their homes and communities.

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