Dog Training in Green Bay / Appleton, WI

Ramiro Rodriguez is the owner and head trainer at Dog Training Elite - Green Bay / Appleton. Ramiro spent most of his career in supply chain, computer programming, technology and also served 13 years in the Army Reserve as an Officer. Ramiro grew up in Neenah, WI and always had animals including dogs, turtles, and even a rabbit. After 10 years in corporate America, Ramiro decided that he wanted a more fulfilling career in training dogs.

When Ramiro is not training dogs he loves spending time with his wife and kids, Stephany, Vincent and Layla. He also loves golfing, hunting, going up north to the cabin. Ramiro and his wife have three dogs Wally, Pepper and Caddie.

Stephany Rodriguez is the head of Operations and Trainer for Dog Training Elite for Green Bay / Appleton. Stephany's passion for animals began at a young age. She grew up on a dairy farm in rural Wisconsin caring for cows, cats, dogs, chickens, and goats. After helping on her family farm for over a decade, Stephany pursued a career in the Military and has been serving since 2005.

Stephany worked as a civilian in the Army Reserve for 9 years before transitioning to pursue a career with Dog Training Elite alongside her husband Ramiro. When not working, Stephany loves hanging out with her husband and two kids Vincent and Layla. She is also passionate about getting involved in her community, golfing, fitness, and spending time with her fur babies Wally, Pepper, and Caddie.

After almost a decade of production work Marcy realized she wanted to have a more purposeful career. Her passion for caring for animals started at a young age, but really blossomed after owning her first dog! In 2021, she pursued fostering for a local rescue. Since then, Marcy has fostered over 200 dogs of all sizes, breeds, and ages. With the knowledge and experience she gained working in rescue; Marcy followed her dream and pursued a career with Dog Training Elite as a trainer.

Although her life revolves around taking care of her own four dogs and endless amounts of fosters; Marcy also enjoys crafting, hiking, reading, and photography.

Brianna's journey with Dog Training Elite started when she became a client with her petite goldendoodle, Skylar. Her love for dogs has always been a big part of her life, inspiring her to think about working with animals as a career. When she welcomed a playful yellow lab puppy named Jordy into her life, it sparked a newfound passion for dog training and led her to Dog Training Elite. She is the proud daughter of the owner of Bears Boutique, a warm and welcoming family-owned business like Dog Training Elite. Working for this small family-owned business was the perfect fit for her.

Brianna is a key trainer at our facility, expertly working with all the dogs in our Elite Training Camps every month. In addition to her training responsibilities, she excels in handling administrative tasks, fostering strong client relationships, and delivering exceptional customer service. Brianna enjoys camping and spending time with her family, boyfriend, and two dogs, Jordy and Skyler on her days off.

Hannah’s passion for dogs and dog training began when she got her first dog, Chai, an Alaskan Malamute. Within just a few days, it became clear that Chai needed training. As they progressed through their training, Hannah’s confidence grew, and their bond strengthened. This experience ignited a long-lasting fascination with dog training.

Hannah’s background in healthcare as a CNA and surgical technologist has nurtured her love for learning and empathy. However, her love for working with dogs has only deepened over the years. To further her knowledge, she is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Animal Science and Behavior, with an expected graduation at the end of the year.

In her spare time, Hannah daydreams about which dog breed to get next, researches online certifications in canine and healthcare-related training, and practices competitive obedience for rally courses with her chocolate lab, Vanilla. She also enjoys participating in yoga, volunteering in the community with therapy work alongside Vanilla, and engaging in any activity that allows her to experience life to the fullest.

Larissa’s love for animals began at a very young age. Growing up, she was always eager to learn everything she could about dogs, cats, horses, and small animals. From early on, Larissa knew she wanted to work with animals and never pictured herself doing anything else.

Her passion for dog training truly blossomed when she got her first dog, Zero. As a teenager, she took on the challenge of training him herself to be her service dog—an experience that sparked a deep interest in canine behavior and communication.

As her journey continued, Larissa discovered Dog Training Elite and immediately jumped at the opportunity to help others build stronger communication and connections with their dogs. When she’s not working, Larissa enjoys hiking and exploring with her boyfriend and their two dogs, Zero and Salem. She also loves fitness, practicing yoga, or simply relaxing at home with a good book.