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Our Socialization Dog Training Could Help:

Reduce anxiety
Improve dog and other animal interactions
Build confidence with people
Reduce fear-based aggression
Encourage calm behavior in public
Teach proper responses to distractions
Strengthen bond with owner
Foster positive play

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Salt Lake City Dog Socialization Classes

Socialization is crucial for a dog’s development, significantly impacting their anxiety levels, aggressive tendencies, and overall well-being. At Dog Training Elite, we recognize this importance and offer socialization training to help your pup feel comfortable around different people, animals, and unfamiliar places.

We introduce socialization in a controlled and structured way. Once you and our trainers are confident in your dog’s obedience training, we gradually introduce them to our Salt Lake City dog socialization classes and public settings. By prioritizing obedience first, we ensure your dog has a strong foundation of self-control and responsiveness, making the process smoother and more successful.

At Dog Training Elite, we are committed to minimizing stress for both you and your dog. We use proven techniques and involve you from the very beginning. Whether you’re out for a walk, visiting a friend, or navigating a busy public space, you’ll have confidence in your abilities and your dog’s behavior.

Call us today to schedule your free consultation!

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You and your canine companion really can have it all. See how easy it can be to become a member of the elite pup society by requesting a free consultation today!

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When to Socialize Your Puppy

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Socialization for dogs should be happening throughout their lifetime. Still, getting a good start as early as possible is always best.

Socialization for puppies starts at just three weeks old as they begin to engage with their littermates and the world around them. The “sensitive period of socialization,” when puppies are primed and ready to try new things, is from 3-14 weeks of age. Because puppies can go to new homes at around eight weeks old, you only have a small window to get that necessary socialization training done.

You can start Salt Lake City dog socialization classes with DTE as soon as you bring your puppy home at eight weeks old! Our classes are puppy safe and provide an excellent opportunity for your puppy to meet new dogs and people while having new experiences outside your home.

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What Do Our Salt Lake City Dog Socialization Classes Look Like?

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Puppy and dog socialization is not about teaching new commands or obedience but creating a positive experience around new stimuli. Socialization can look like taking them around your neighborhood, letting them hear and smell things at their own pace, and offering plenty of soft treats. It can also look like introducing them to a friend's healthy dog in a safe place and allowing them to greet the dog and learn about social cues and behavior from them, all while offering treats and praise.

Our socialization classes teach your puppy or dog that even if something is new, it can be safe and fun to explore! We create opportunities for your pet to safely meet new dogs, smell new things, hear new sounds, walk on different surfaces, and meet new friendly people.

Socialization is all about removing fear and entering new situations with curiosity.

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Discover the Benefits of Socialization Classes Today

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Proper socialization from a young age offers many benefits as dogs grow. It teaches puppies about the world from a place of safety and curiosity instead of fear and anxiety. Doing this allows them to enter any situation confidently, which grants you the freedom to bring them along for the ride as you both experience life.

Whether you have an older dog or a brand new puppy, our Salt Lake City dog socialization classes will give them the tools to be comfortable with new sights, sounds, smells, and experiences.

Give your furry companion the best chance at a happy and exciting life with our elite training. Schedule your free consultation today!

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  • Brikelle Thacker
    May. 9, 2025
    They gave so much information and so very well wroded. The positivity and up going. They are amazing.
  • Derek Montilla
    May. 7, 2025
    she is so sweet and help me understood my dog feelings. I'm looking forward to work with her.
  • TERRY LEBER
    May. 1, 2025
    Excellent presentation. We look forward to the training program. Jeff was great at explaining the program and demonstrating with his dog. We are excited to get started.Dallin did a great job training our Duke. He was exhausted after his first session 😊
  • Judy Mahoskey
    May. 6, 2025
    Jeff gave us confidence that the training program will work for our lab! His attitude was very positive, and, after he demonstrated some behaviors with his own dog and showed us the collar used, we felt sure this was the right place for Ruby! We like the combination of at-home and in class training and the option for spot checks and help down the road.
  • Stephen Trujillo
    May. 2, 2025
    Dillan was absolutely a wealth of knowledge and extremely friendly. We ended up signing up our dogs and can't wait to get them board and trained. I will leave and updated review after the 2 weeklong classes and the group classes.
  • Janet Mitchell
    May. 2, 2025
    McCall, Meggie and Jeff are wonderful. McCall has the patience of a Saint. Meni loves them and has "happy butt" wiggles for them. Thank you all so much!
  • Shelley Mark Wright (Shell)
    May. 1, 2025
    Dog Training Elite were wonderful trainers and I would recommend them to anyone who loves their dog. Our little one year old miniature Shih Tzu weighs 4.2 pounds and we were scared that he might not get the help he needed. And, it seemed very expensive to us. BUT, not only did he get the best help but the price now seems very reasonable for what we have gained. I highly recommend this training to anyone who wants their dog trained. These people LOVE dogs and it shows!!
  • Diane Bradford
    Apr. 30, 2025
    I’m in love with this trainer! Puppy and I learned loads in first hour together. Excited for more!
  • Devin Stika
    Apr. 28, 2025
    McCall took such good care of Kronk, in two weeks they fixed issues I've been working on and struggling with for years. Highly recommend
  • Brandon Olsen
    Apr. 24, 2025
    Meggie came to our home to do a consultation with our Golden Retriever puppy, Goose, and she was amazing! She answered all of our questions and helped us figure out the best plan for our puppy and our goals! She was straightforward and open about the services DTE offered.
  • Tj Franks
    Jan. 28, 2025
    Meggie is absolutely the best, Dexter and I are doing so much better. She’s very knowledgeable along with her personality she makes a great trainer. I recommend Elite and Meggie if you need a professional dog trainer. Thank you Meggie I look forward to out continued training!!!
  • Ashley Pacheco
    Dec. 5, 2024
    I would like to express my sincere appreciation for McCall and all of the trainers at DTE. They have been truly amazing with our dog, Alfie. Thanks to their dedication and expertise, he is well on his way to becoming the ideal dog we have always envisioned. We absolutely love the programs offered, and we are especially grateful for the kindness, clear communication, and support provided to help everyone achieve their goals. Thank you for your outstanding work!
  • Jennifer Coyle
    Apr. 18, 2025
    Dallin was energetic, positive, and confident that he can help us with our pup. We’re excited for her training g to begin
  • Tamara Castellano
    Apr. 15, 2025
    We’re training our black lab puppy with Dog Training Elite and they are wonderful. Their in-home training, especially with Meggie, has been so helpful. Having that 1:1 time with a trainer and our dog is invaluable. I can’t recommend them enough!
  • Larry Benson
    Mar. 26, 2025
    Meggie was a perfect fit for our 16 week wild man, and for us, and Jeff is a master! Thank you both for everything you do.
  • Jon Pardue
    Apr. 12, 2025
    Meggie did a fantastic job! She was very concise and encouraging to both me and my dog. She was very calming and my dog took to her VERY quickly! Meggie is an awesome trainer!
  • Maddie Rooklidge
    Apr. 11, 2025
    It was great meeting Jeff during our free in-home evaluation. He arrived right on time and immediately made both us and our dog feel comfortable during the meet and greet. We really appreciated his nonjudgmental approach, especially as we work through a few challenges with our 10 year old dog, who isn’t always the most obedient. Jeff’s calm and understanding demeanor made a big impression on us.
  • Emily Fintak
    Feb. 11, 2025
    Move over Cesar Millan—Utah has its own Dog Whisperer, and his name is Jeff Slack! Jeff, Meggie, and the entire team at Dog Training Elite are absolute rockstars. From day one, they were hands-on, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive. Every trainer we worked with was excellent and truly passionate about helping both dogs and their humans succeed. They didn’t just train our dog—they gave us the tools to help her grow into a happy, confident, and well-behaved member of our family. Huge thank you to everyone at DTE!
  • Meghan Allen
    Apr. 10, 2025
    Dallin is above and beyond! You can tell he is a true dog lover, and someone who will ACTUALLY make a difference in a dogs life. Within 30 minutes, I knew that this was the company to train my little dog and hopefully get him on the way to service training.
  • Mike Zundel
    Mar. 5, 2025
    Meggie works very well with Brody. She loves her work and is has been fantastic with our dog. Highly recommend.
  • Brikelle Thacker
    May. 9, 2025
    They gave so much information and so very well wroded. The positivity and up going. They are amazing.
  • Derek Montilla
    May. 7, 2025
    she is so sweet and help me understood my dog feelings. I'm looking forward to work with her.
  • TERRY LEBER
    May. 1, 2025
    Excellent presentation. We look forward to the training program. Jeff was great at explaining the program and demonstrating with his dog. We are excited to get started.Dallin did a great job training our Duke. He was exhausted after his first session 😊
  • Judy Mahoskey
    May. 6, 2025
    Jeff gave us confidence that the training program will work for our lab! His attitude was very positive, and, after he demonstrated some behaviors with his own dog and showed us the collar used, we felt sure this was the right place for Ruby! We like the combination of at-home and in class training and the option for spot checks and help down the road.
  • Stephen Trujillo
    May. 2, 2025
    Dillan was absolutely a wealth of knowledge and extremely friendly. We ended up signing up our dogs and can't wait to get them board and trained. I will leave and updated review after the 2 weeklong classes and the group classes.
  • Janet Mitchell
    May. 2, 2025
    McCall, Meggie and Jeff are wonderful. McCall has the patience of a Saint. Meni loves them and has "happy butt" wiggles for them. Thank you all so much!
  • Shelley Mark Wright (Shell)
    May. 1, 2025
    Dog Training Elite were wonderful trainers and I would recommend them to anyone who loves their dog. Our little one year old miniature Shih Tzu weighs 4.2 pounds and we were scared that he might not get the help he needed. And, it seemed very expensive to us. BUT, not only did he get the best help but the price now seems very reasonable for what we have gained. I highly recommend this training to anyone who wants their dog trained. These people LOVE dogs and it shows!!
  • Diane Bradford
    Apr. 30, 2025
    I’m in love with this trainer! Puppy and I learned loads in first hour together. Excited for more!
  • Devin Stika
    Apr. 28, 2025
    McCall took such good care of Kronk, in two weeks they fixed issues I've been working on and struggling with for years. Highly recommend
  • Brandon Olsen
    Apr. 24, 2025
    Meggie came to our home to do a consultation with our Golden Retriever puppy, Goose, and she was amazing! She answered all of our questions and helped us figure out the best plan for our puppy and our goals! She was straightforward and open about the services DTE offered.
  • Tj Franks
    Jan. 28, 2025
    Meggie is absolutely the best, Dexter and I are doing so much better. She’s very knowledgeable along with her personality she makes a great trainer. I recommend Elite and Meggie if you need a professional dog trainer. Thank you Meggie I look forward to out continued training!!!
  • Ashley Pacheco
    Dec. 5, 2024
    I would like to express my sincere appreciation for McCall and all of the trainers at DTE. They have been truly amazing with our dog, Alfie. Thanks to their dedication and expertise, he is well on his way to becoming the ideal dog we have always envisioned. We absolutely love the programs offered, and we are especially grateful for the kindness, clear communication, and support provided to help everyone achieve their goals. Thank you for your outstanding work!
  • Jennifer Coyle
    Apr. 18, 2025
    Dallin was energetic, positive, and confident that he can help us with our pup. We’re excited for her training g to begin
  • Tamara Castellano
    Apr. 15, 2025
    We’re training our black lab puppy with Dog Training Elite and they are wonderful. Their in-home training, especially with Meggie, has been so helpful. Having that 1:1 time with a trainer and our dog is invaluable. I can’t recommend them enough!
  • Larry Benson
    Mar. 26, 2025
    Meggie was a perfect fit for our 16 week wild man, and for us, and Jeff is a master! Thank you both for everything you do.
  • Jon Pardue
    Apr. 12, 2025
    Meggie did a fantastic job! She was very concise and encouraging to both me and my dog. She was very calming and my dog took to her VERY quickly! Meggie is an awesome trainer!
  • Maddie Rooklidge
    Apr. 11, 2025
    It was great meeting Jeff during our free in-home evaluation. He arrived right on time and immediately made both us and our dog feel comfortable during the meet and greet. We really appreciated his nonjudgmental approach, especially as we work through a few challenges with our 10 year old dog, who isn’t always the most obedient. Jeff’s calm and understanding demeanor made a big impression on us.
  • Emily Fintak
    Feb. 11, 2025
    Move over Cesar Millan—Utah has its own Dog Whisperer, and his name is Jeff Slack! Jeff, Meggie, and the entire team at Dog Training Elite are absolute rockstars. From day one, they were hands-on, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive. Every trainer we worked with was excellent and truly passionate about helping both dogs and their humans succeed. They didn’t just train our dog—they gave us the tools to help her grow into a happy, confident, and well-behaved member of our family. Huge thank you to everyone at DTE!
  • Meghan Allen
    Apr. 10, 2025
    Dallin is above and beyond! You can tell he is a true dog lover, and someone who will ACTUALLY make a difference in a dogs life. Within 30 minutes, I knew that this was the company to train my little dog and hopefully get him on the way to service training.
  • Mike Zundel
    Mar. 5, 2025
    Meggie works very well with Brody. She loves her work and is has been fantastic with our dog. Highly recommend.