Group Dog Training in Manchester, NH

Please Note: Group Classes are for Dog Training Elite Greater New Hampshire Clients Only

Dog Training Elite Greater New Hampshire offers private dog training classes after obedience training is completed and only once a puppy is fully immunized. Dog obedience classes are held on a consistent basis and are included in most packages. Our dog obedience training classes are designed to place yourself and your dog in public places (surrounded by other dogs, people, smells, and sounds), so that you can train your dog to obey you... regardless of the many distractions screaming for their attention!

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Our Group Classes Could Help:

Improve Socialization Skills

Foster a Supportive Community

Strengthen the Dog-Owner Bond

Reinforce Basic Obedience

Prepare for Real-World Distractions

Offer Personal Attention in Private Groups

Please Note: Our Group Dog Training in Manchester, NH is for Clients Only

Dog Training Elite

At Dog Training Elite Greater New Hampshire, our group classes offer an engaging and supportive environment for dogs and their owners. These sessions create an interactive setting where your dog will learn to focus with distractions and develop essential social skills beyond basic obedience training. You can expect a mix of practical training exercises, guidance from experienced trainers, and a strong sense of community with fellow dog owners after signing up for a class.

Our group classes are a perfect blend of structure and socialization, making them an enjoyable experience where dogs can thrive and build lasting skills. Whether you're looking to refine your dog's behavior or simply enjoy a shared learning experience, our group dog training classes in Manchester, NH provide the perfect opportunity.

Please note: Classes are open to all dog breeds and sizes, but all dogs are required to be immunized.

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Are Dog Training Group Classes Necessary?

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Dog Training Elite knows dog training is truly a lifelong pursuit. As your puppy or dog masters the basics, you can move onto more complicated tricks and training. Maybe you’ve progressed from “sit” to seeing how long they can hold it, or you’re working on taking your pet through an obstacle course.

It can be hard to come up with new ideas to train your dog, and after months of having structured training one-on-one with your pet it can be especially difficult to know what to do next. What will benefit both you and your dog the most?

We offer dog training classes near you for puppies and older dogs that may be the answer you’re looking for. While group training classes aren’t always necessary, they can be extremely beneficial to both your dog and you.

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Learn Why Dog owners choose Dog Training Elite

Victoria Smith

Sep. 16, 2025

The investment in Dog Training Elite was one of the best decisions we made. The program is comprehensive and gave us tools to build our dog’s mental and physical abilities. Let’s face it, it’s more about training the owners. Winston loves Beth and he knows she’s not going to fall for his drama. Highly recommend!
PAUL BRYANT

Aug. 30, 2025

I’m not a dog person, but my wife had to have a dog. I was very skeptical about paying for training. I’m also a negative person. So my positive review should speak volumes. I totally recommend this program. The owners are extremely nice and helpful. I feel like any new dog owner should go through this program. I can’t say enough.
Joe Lussier

Jul. 14, 2025

We had a truly wonderful experience with Renee. We trained our 5 year older 90 pound Weimaraner (Axel) with Renee. Axel was highly reactive. He's very smart but also very stubborn. Renee spent half his lessons training Axel and half training us. Almost immediately, we were amazed at how well Axel was listening to Renee and it became clear to us that we need the training as much as Axel. On our last two trainings we went out to Lowes and Bass Pro Shops. We never would have even considered this before Elite Dog Training. Axel did great and we are excited to know the potential of our dog and love that we are more comfortable bringing them out in public.
Sandra Hamilton

Jun. 26, 2025

We very much enjoyed working with Beth & Rene. Our boy Cash was trained by Beth as a Service Animal and we are so Proud of him and all the help we received from the trainers. We sure enjoyed working with this organization and highly recommend them to anyone that needs their assistance in training your dog. We also made great friends, thank you for all your hard work guys.
Shannon

Jun. 26, 2025

Really appreciate the one on one approach to training and doing it in my own home where my dog is relaxed. And the access to group trainings with other dogs has been a good introduction for my dog.
Megan Gaudette

Jul. 3, 2024

I can't express how thankful and grateful I am for Rene. Jasper was already a good dog, but now he is amazing. His obedience is next level. I love how I can always message Rene with questions and it is answered in a timely manner. 100000% would recommend.
Michelle Arbour

Jun. 23, 2025

I am in the process of training my dog to be a therapy dog. We have almost completed the basic training course and Daisy has made so much progress! Beth was super responsive during the initial information stage by getting back to me quickly and explaining the entire process. She came to my house for an initial evaluation and answered all my questions. From the very beginning, Beth provided clear instructions and expectations for each session. We have been attending the group classes which are both effective and really fun! Both Beth and Rene are easy to work with and provide many activities to carry over the skills we learned during the private training sessions. It's really nice to have a community of dog owners to share both struggles and victories. Beth and Rene truly care about all the dogs and yet are available to provide one to one service and help troubleshoot any behavior issues. What I really like is their understanding that a well trained dog can still be a dog who is silly, affectionate and playful! I would definitely recommended them to anyone with a dog of any age/breed!
Scott Major

Jun. 23, 2025

Rene and Beth are amazing trainers. We have done both private in home and group training with K9 Elite. With a high energy / sometimes stubborn dog breed, they have shown me and my family the techniques needed to help our puppy become an incredibly fun, obedient and good canine citizen. If you have kids bring them to the training sessions. Our kids do a great job with the weekly practice with the dogs. We highly recommend Rene and Beth as they are kind, caring and happy to help even the oldest, most stubborn dog start to listen and obey.
Ben Murphy

Jun. 13, 2025

I have nothing but good things to say about this training program. We had a 100+ pound untrained Newfoundland who was sweet but did not obey commands well. Fast forward 8 weeks and we now have a dog we can confidently take anywhere! René, our trainer, was incredible. Not only is he clearly knowledgeable and experienced with all kinds of dogs, but he also took the time to teach us, not just the dog. My wife and I now feel equipped with practical training tools and techniques that we’ll use for the rest of our lives. This wasn’t just about obedience commands, it was about building a lasting relationship based on communication and respect. We couldn’t have hoped for a better experience. Every session was hands-on, professional, and tailored to our needs. And yes, it was worth every penny. If you’re serious about training and want real results with a trainer who knows his stuff, this is the place.
chris barrett

Jun. 11, 2025

Trying to get a stubborn English mastiff to do anything was becoming impossible until Rene trained not only Tucker but us as well, after a couple of weeks what a difference, comes when called, sits, gets in the car, heels, amazing difference.
Melanie Williams

Jun. 10, 2025

So glad we signed our two dogs up for training! They both had different challenges (one hyperactive and jumpy and one scared and nervous), and the training did them both wonders. Highly recommend! We worked primarily with Beth and she was awesome to train with.
Angie Stephens

Jun. 10, 2025

Best training experience ever. My GSD is well behaved now. The trainer was very positive and encouraging and very knowledgeable. I received lots of good advice. I love the free group classes that follow the completion of the training program. It reinforces everything we have learned.
Amelia Danko

Jun. 10, 2025

I could not recommend this company enough! My dog was lacking respect and basic listening skills and i was at a loss on how to get through to him. We had Beth as our trainer and she was amazing! nothing but great things to say to her. not only did she teach my dog she also taught me. I now know how to get into his head and understand him in a way i couldn’t before. with the skills they taught me I can teach him new tricks and commands all on my own. if i ever have a question she’s always there with a quick reply to help me out! the free lifetime group classes are also a MAJOR perk as they let me continue his training and learn new things every week. I can’t thank Beth enough for turning my extremely anxious, disrespectful, dog with no self confidence into the complete opposite. we are able to do things i never thought id ever be able to do with him before. if you’re looking for a good trainer they are the people to reach out to!
Christina Bernard

Dec. 17, 2024

Badgers first training session was a game changer looking forward to working with Beth! Thank you! Week 8 and I am over the moon! When Badger and me started with Beth and Rene I was skeptical as my pup had spent 15 months 24/7 with me with very little contact with other humans and that being family only . He jumped, barked pulled had no direction! Ahh 8 weeks later I ask myself who is this gentle 80 pound pup who listens to all commands, come, sit, down , heal and place! I can walk with him and take him in the public! Thank you Beth and Rene! I am a senior citizen and a 80 pound pulling jumping dog is not fun. Thanks to you I enjoy Badger and others can to! I recommend you and your business to anyone with a dog! Thank you from Badger and Christina.
cbarbrun3

Jun. 10, 2025

I can't say enough good things about DGE, the trainers Renee and Beth and the incredible work they are doing with my dog, Rosti. From the very first session of behavior training up to her work on Therapy Service training it is clear that they have a genuine passion for helping dogs and their owners succeed.
Breanna Holtman

Jun. 10, 2025

They helped a lot with getting my dog oreo under control and listening to ky commands!
Susanna Barrett

May. 22, 2025

Best thing we ever did was training for our English Mastiff. Our trainer Rene was the best! Out dog now comes when we call him, gets in car for rides and loves to go into stores to meet new people. Thanks so very much
Gabriella Weatherbee

Jan. 27, 2025

She was very good at explaining the process and what to expect during the training! She’s very understanding about a dog’s behavior and why they do it so she can give advice on how to correct it. Allows a dog to be a dog but a well behaved one!
Steven Heiser Jr

Jan. 6, 2025

Awesome first meeting, provided great information about the puppy program as well as the obedience sessions, very knowledgeable and helpful, thank you Rene, hope to see you soon!!
Sarah Corcoran

Nov. 10, 2024

Dog Training Elite Greater New Hampshire is the best place to train your dog whether it be for obedience, service dog, puppy knowledge or behavioral issues. Beth and René are wonderful people and trainers and give you the attention you deserve. They are always on time, communicate efficiently and it is clear they have a great deal of knowledge and care about the results your dog puts out from their program. From the first day I contacted them about training, I was provided with a bunch of helpful information about training and recommendations. Not once was I pushed to sign up, but I was more so provided with many options of how we can get started without breaking the bank. They even offer lifetime group classes to continue to work through new life challenges and training! Our 6 month old boxer has been in the program since she was 8 weeks old, she is still so young and receives compliments on her behavior everywhere we go regardless of her immaturity stage. I have no complaints and all positive things to say about Beth and René at Dog Training Elite Greater New Hampshire. I highly recommend you use Dog training Elite for your dog training needs. You will not be disappointed! We are so thankful to have found this company and will never look to anyone else to train our pups! We can't wait to work with them for the next step for our pup, Service Dog training. Thank you for everything!! Jeff and Sarah

Reviews & Testimonials

A group of dogs and their owners building community at a Dog Training Elite Greater New Hampshire group training class.

Building Social Skills and Community

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Classes are a mix of all dog breeds and sizes, and our classes provide necessary socialization skills and practice around high levels of distraction. We like to make our group classes exciting for both dogs and handlers, and we have created fun training games and an environment that feels less like a class and more like a social outing.

We are building a community and our dog training groups tend to feel like a family and less like a dog training group. Friends are made, bonds are formed, and both dogs and dog Owners look forward to their once a week group training sessions.

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Signs Your Dog is Ready for Training

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Every dog can benefit from training, and it can sometimes be a lifelong pursuit. If you’re wondering if training is right for you, here are some signs your dog is ready for training:

Your Dog is Destructive: Whether it’s chewing on furniture or shoes, going to the bathroom in your house, or anything else your dog is not supposed to do -- it’s time to get them trained out of these sorts of behaviors. Even older dogs who were previously well-behaved may develop bad habits later in life and need a training refresher.
Your Dog is Aggressive: Aggression can manifest itself in multiple ways; perhaps your dog growls or snaps at you when you get close to his or her food, or toys. Even more concerning is when your dog is aggressive towards other dogs or humans. Yes, sometimes dogs play in a way that seems aggressive, but if your dog is lunging at or snapping at people or other dogs while you’re on walks, it’s time to get a trainer’s help.
Your Dog Misbehaves on Their Leash: Walking nicely on a leash does not come naturally to most dogs but it is something that can be learned. Again, even older dogs who previously walked well on a leash may start to act out.
Your Dog is Anxious or Fearful: If your dog is dealing with severe separation anxiety, or is fearful in new environments, a trainer can help. For separation anxiety a trainer will work with you and your dog on a routine to reassure your dog. General training, especially in group classes, can help dogs build confidence.
Your Dog Ignores You at the Park: Or on walks, or whenever you’re outside. If your dog is obedient when they’re in your home, but loses their mind outside, he or she would benefit from more training. Group classes can be especially helpful because they put your dog in a safe environment with the kinds of distractions you experience outside. Training your dog in situations where there are other distractions helps them learn to obey even when there are other stimulating sights and sounds.

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Group Dog Training in Manchester, NH

The DTE Difference

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Regardless of whether it’s an in-home training session or a group class, the Dog Training Elite training method is the same. We focus on “Classical Conditioning” or the “Pavlovian” method. Research has shown this approach as more effective with longer lasting results than other training methods.

We do not use harsh punishments or shock collars and instead pair balanced training with an electronic collar for superior results. An electronic collar is not a shock collar and does not harm the dog. It is a gentle electronic pulse, similar to the tug of a leash, used to get the dog’s attention. It is never used as a punishment for bad behavior.

Other dog trainers use harsh static collars or spray collars which have been shown to be less effective. The difference becomes clear when comparing a dog that is trained out of anxiety and intimidation vs. a dog who truly desires to please from the inside out. Our method nurtures a dog’s loving and naturally obedient nature.

Don’t wait! Join a Dog Training Elite Greater New Hampshire group dog training class today.

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Benefits of Group Classes

Just like humans, dogs all have their own personalities. Some may receive and respond to all the training they need from private, one-on-one instruction, while others may find great benefit from attending a group class. Group classes can be a great asset to both dogs and their owners, since it provides them with many different situations and experiences they may not otherwise have.

Here are some other benefits of attending group dog training classes:

Socialization

Group dog training classes have a number of benefits, particularly with socialization. Taking a puppy to group classes once they’re immunized will help them grow into a well-socialized dog comfortable with other dogs and humans. Older dogs who weren’t well socialized as puppies can learn to socialize in a small, safe environment. Trainers will recognize signs of possible conflict between dogs and help owners learn how to diffuse situations and take care of their pets, and dogs will learn how to interact appropriately with each other.

Dog training classes can also be beneficial for owners! If you bring your dog to a group class, you’ll meet other dog owners and become part of a community. Dog Training Elite likes to make group classes exciting for both dogs and their owners, so expect to learn fun training games and enjoy an environment that feels less like a class and more like a social outing. Classes meet once a week, and both you and your dog will look forward to going every week.

Focus

Besides the socialization benefits, group classes are a great tool for dogs to learn to work around distractions. If your dog is perfectly obedient at home, but loses his or her mind at the dog park and forgets all they’ve learned, group classes are the way to go. Group classes are a safe way to help your dog learn to listen to you, even when they’re surrounded by exciting sights, smells and sounds.

Hands on Learning

In a dog training class, you are in control of the training. While your pooch may occasionally be used as the ‘demo’ dog, there will be very few instances where your dog only has to listen to the trainer. With a class, you are the trainer, and the instructor is just acting as a guide. With all of Dog Training Elite’s training options - in-home or through a class - you will always be the No. 1 trainer, not just sitting on the sidelines as someone else takes charge.

Each dog is unique, and the small classes at Dog Training Elite Greater New Hampshire will allow you and your dog to still receive personalized attention and training. You will also have the opportunity to learn from other dogs and their owners. Imagine the trainer advises another owner how to help their dog learn to play independently. Later, you might remember the advice and apply it to your own dog, away from the class.