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At Dog Training Elite, we know hanging out with your dog is the best. So it makes sense that you want to be able to take your dog with you wherever you go, including on vacation. But traveling with your dog can be tricky. To help you fulfill travel dreams featuring your four–legged companion, we’ve created this guide.

Taking a trip with your dog sounds like a dream come true, but actually getting to your destination of choice can be tricky. Here’s everything you need to know about the different ways to travel with your dog.

Here at Dog Training Elitein Sarasota, FL, we know that summer is the perfect time to adventure with your dog. However, summer can also be dangerous for dogs. Follow our tips to keep your dog happy and healthy during the dog days of summer.

No one knows your dog like you do, and it can be stressful to think about leaving your loyal pup with someone new. Thankfully, there are several reputable websites and apps out there which do background checks on dog sitters, so you can find someone trustworthy to take care of your dog.

Ah, spring. That wonderful time of year when the flowers begin blooming, the sun sets later than 7 p.m., the birds sing and…your dog sheds more than ever. Here are some tips and tricks from Dog Training Elite in Sarasota to prepare your pet for spring!

Fluffy and oh-so-cute, the Goldendoodle is an incredible dog that brings joy to the lives of many. An intentional cross between the Golden Retriever and Poodle, Goldendoodles exhibit the best traits of each breed.

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is often stressful for dogs. Bright, flashing lights and colorful decorations fill the house, guests come and go, delicious smells of off-limits food fills the house, furniture is rearranged, and your dog's routine is interrupted. Holiday parties are the most stress-inducing, and dangerous, events of the holiday season for pets and it's important to prepare your dog if you are the host this year.

When choosing trainers in Sarasota, FL, you'll find there are various options: puppy essentials, group classes, boarding, and in-home. As training professionals with more than 40 years of experience, Dog Training Elite stands by the in-home method.

While most dog illnesses are not urgent, health emergencies can occur. Many of these emergencies can be fatal, so it is important to have an emergency vet contact on hand in Sarasota, FL.