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Dog Training Elite in Salt Lake City, UT

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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.
The answer to this is in how the technology of "shock" collars (as they were called in the past) has changed a lot since they originated several years ago. The stimulation in the electronic collars we use is much like a TENS unit and provides a tapping sensation that is used to get the dog's attention on a very low level. We use a brand called Dogtra. We do not use "shock" collars, but electronic collars employed by the top obedience trainers around the world and in Salt Lake City.
No. We use electronic collars to get the dogs attention only. When you work around distractions (which is one of our main focuses), keeping your dog's attention is paramount. The collar, combined with positive reinforcement (we like to use praise), help create a positive learning environment in Salt Lake City for your dog.
In most cases, the collar will run at about $250, without tax, but is subject to market fluctuation in Salt Lake City.
No, but your dog will wear it a lot in the beginning. The objective is to create a conditioned response with your dog; meaning that when you say 'sit', your dog sits automatically without thinking about it first. Much like Pavlov's Dogs or Pavlovian Conditioning, we create a reflex response to you giving a command using the electronic collar. That being said, after your dog is "collar-conditioned", you will be able to remove the collar and still have a dog that will be obedient.
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 Salt Lake City.
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 Salt Lake City.
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!
Yes, we do offer personal protection training in Salt Lake City.
To be a personal protection dog, your dog will need to have some "drives" that can be utilized for the work. Generally, prey drive is the key drive that we look for (ie, chasing a tennis ball or going after a tug), but there are several forms that we can utilize. Your dog does not have to be vicious! We want your dog to be a great family dog first, then we need its obedience perfected; only then will we work on personal protection. Of course, we would be happy to assess your dog for free!

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  • Vicki Henderson
    Dec. 5, 2024
    Dallin does a very good job and has made a huge amount of progress with our dog. Our dog now heels well on walks! He sits and downs reliably and has made enormous progress on placing in his bed despite being excited to see visitors.
  • Ashley Pacheco
    Dec. 5, 2024
    Jeff was great with the demo. We’re excited to get started.
  • Observer 1
    Dec. 5, 2024
    All of our dogs have been trained by DTE and Jeff. We appreciate DTE support.
  • CYNDE ROW
    Oct. 1, 2024
    Meggie & Dallin is always so informative and an excellent dog trainer!
  • Brandon Isenhour
    Dec. 4, 2024
    Amazing results so much faster than I could have hoped for!
  • Johnathan Taylor
    Dec. 3, 2024
    Best training decision I have EVER made! Worth every cent.
  • Kristina Georgelas
    Nov. 30, 2024
    So great in explaining the behaviors and what to look for with my puppy.
  • Melanie
    Nov. 13, 2024
    She did a good job with carl
  • Davey Walbeck
    Nov. 20, 2024
    Great talking with the trainer and I'm excited to learn and grow with my pup
  • Erin Swanson
    Nov. 19, 2024
    We love him. He is so knowledgeable and fun to train with!
  • odalys zarate
    Nov. 20, 2024
    He’s a great. 10/10
  • Rachel Parent
    Sep. 27, 2024
    11/16 - Meggie came to our home as a part of our Berners completing their 2 week classes in Sandy. We are so happy that the in-home lessons are with trainers familiar to the dogs (dogs familiar to trainers and trainer familiar with dogs). The dogs did great - and our skills were reinforced as well! Dog Training Elite has been a great investment!
  • Lauren Carpenter DeVoe
    Nov. 3, 2024
    Jeff is amazing! I can tell he loves my dog and he is so great at teaching not only our pup but us, too! And now that we’ve met Meggie, we can’t wait for both of their classes!
  • Laura Uhle
    Oct. 1, 2024
    These guys are wonderful and I am so grateful to have them training my sweet girl right now. I've had a lot of extra requests and they've taken care of my needs above and beyond thus far. I expect to continue to work with them on an ongoing basis and other our other dog soon!! Thumbs up for Jake, McCall, Meggie, and Oakley as well as Jeff, who did some home training with us earlier this year and is now diligently working on training me to be a better and more consistent handler High five ✋ to these guys!! I'm going to enroll my other pup very soon in the advanced training:) Thanks again, Laura Uhle
  • Moises Hernandez
    Nov. 14, 2024
    Jeff is an excellent dog trainer we are very happy with the way he handles our dog he is very patient and loving yet firm with our dog we have seen a 100% improvement in our dogs behavior and I look forward the the group sessions that he puts on because our dog has learned so much from those classes I highly recommend Jeff he is an excellent dog trainer
  • Irene Kondos
    Nov. 14, 2024
    Meggie is awesome and my dog loves her! She is very patient and calm in her coaching style and demeanor.
  • Bob
    Nov. 6, 2024
    He explained the different programs available. What I could expect to happen. Loved his and Baba’s connection.
  • Suzanne Bray
    Nov. 6, 2024
    Jeff has been wonderful to work with! Always on time. Explains what each session will include and trains us so we can properly train the dog! Haha! We are excited to start group classes and keep going on our training! We have noticed a big difference in our dogs behavior and she’s even become more cuddly if that was possible.
  • Kari Bide
    Nov. 1, 2024
    We and our pup have had a great experience with McCall and Maggie and Dog Training Elite. We have an anxious and sometimes a stubborn little man and they took their time to work with him where he was at and help him grow. I am so grateful for McCall and Maggie they are both amazing trainers and really helped us at pick up to make sure we were all on the same page and his training continued at home. By the end of his first week out pup was excited for drop off to see his trainers and his fur friends. We excited to continue working with dog training elite with their in-home and group trainings in the future.
  • Josh B
    Oct. 30, 2024
    Had a great experience with Dog Training Elite. McCall was the main trainer for Daisy and the transformation we saw in just a couple weeks was incredible. She made sure to address all the concerns I had with Daisy. All the trainers that we worked with were great and super friendly. I would absolutely recommend people here.

Our Team

Kelley Rosequist - Owner - Dog Training Elite Salt Lake City
Kelley Rosequist
Owner - Dog Training Elite Salt Lake City

Kelley has been working with dogs for over 10 years. Kelley enjoys working with owners and their dogs to help them better communicate with each other. Kelley works closely with The Malinois Foundation to provide service animals for those in need.

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Oakley Thorn - Co-Owner & DIrector of Operations
Oakley Thorn
Co-Owner & DIrector of Operations

Oakley has been a vital part of DTE for over four years, dedicated to ensuring the smooth operation of the organization. As a co-owner of DTE Salt Lake, she plays a key role in supporting trainers, clients, and their beloved pups. With a lifelong passion for dogs, Oakley thrives on witnessing the success of her trainers and the joyful transformations of clients and their pets.

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Jeff Slack - Trainer
Jeff Slack
Trainer

Jeff has worked with DTE for 4 years. He has been in the dog training world for over 22 years. Jeff and his dog, Baba Yaga, enjoy watching the client's dogs learn. He strives for all dogs to feel excitement and pride when they succeed. He is grateful he gets to build client's relationships with their dog and create a trusting relationship. Jeff trains dogs in puppy programs, obedience, service, scent-based service, therapy, and personal protection.

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McCall Lorg - Facility Trainer
McCall Lorg
Facility Trainer

McCall has worked at DTE for over 2 years. She has become a jack-of-all-trades through her training and administrative work. She is our facility trainer and works with puppies, advanced obedience, therapy, service, and scent-based service dogs. McCall, and her dog, Icky, enjoy going on adventures and training outdoors. McCall's favorite part about dog training is seeing the bond between client and dog become stronger.

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Dallin Renouard - Trainer
Dallin Renouard
Trainer

Dallin has worked at DTE for almost 2 years. As a veteran, he knows the magic service dogs have and how much they help their handler, which is why he loves service dog training. Dallin, and his dog Lucy, enjoy attending therapy events and showing off her many skills. Dallin loves watching clients turn from dog owners to dog trainers. Dallin works with puppy programs, advanced obedience, therapy dogs, and service dogs.

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Meggie Siegfried - Trainer
Meggie Siegfried
Trainer

Meggie, and her dog, Happy, are our newest addition to our Salt Lake team! While Meggie may be new at DTE, she has 9 years of dog training experience. She has trained her own diabetic alert service dogs, taken online courses, helped train dogs in her community, and mentored top trainers in the country. Her favorite part of dog training is watching the connection between dog and handler grow.

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