Elevate Canine Academy - Fargo

08/25/2024

Oh no! Anyone see his feet anywhere? He can't find them!

08/24/2024

This lab struggles with resource guarding from the other dog in the house. Here he's practicing staying neutral even when another dog really wants his favorite toy.

08/23/2024

Finally found a chair big enough for this dane!

08/22/2024

This terrier mix has a huge personality and a stubborn streak to match it. Over her two weeks she learned so much and though she would rather take a nap or roll around in the grass she has gotten much better at her listening skills. She might not like to train but she loves her treats and cuddles enough to give it a good try.

08/21/2024

Dogs will often cue off of their leash being grabbed or moved as a sign to break a sit or down. This boy won't break even when he ends up wearing the leash.

08/20/2024

Job Posting: Balanced Dog Trainer

Company: Elevate Canine Academy
Location: Fargo, North Dakota
Position: Full-Time Balanced Dog Trainer

About Us:
Elevate Canine Academy is dedicated to providing top-notch dog training services utilizing balanced training methodologies. Our specialty lies in working with anxious, reactive, and aggressive dogs, helping them and their owners build strong, positive relationships. In addition to obedience training, we offer a variety of dog sports training, including advanced obedience, scent detection, tracking, bite work, and agility.

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated, and innovative Balanced Dog Trainer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in balanced training methodologies and will be skilled in the use of tools such as prong collars and e-collars. Additionally, the candidate should have experience working with reactive and aggressive dogs. The role requires strong customer service skills, experience in supervisory tasks is a plus, and a proactive approach to developing and implementing new training programs.

Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct individual and group training sessions using balanced training methods.
- Utilize prong collars and e-collars effectively and humanely during training.
- Work with anxious, reactive, and aggressive dogs, implementing appropriate training strategies to manage and improve behavior.
- Provide exceptional customer service to clients, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed.
- Supervise and mentor junior trainers or support staff as needed.
- Develop and implement new training programs tailored to the needs of our clients.
- Assist in organizing and participating in special events and workshops.
- Maintain accurate records of training sessions and progress reports.

Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in balanced dog training methodologies.
- Proficient in the use of prong collars and e-collars.
- Experience working with reactive and aggressive dogs.
- Self-motivated and eager to develop and implement new training programs.
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients.
- Previous experience in supervisory or leadership roles is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for dog training and a commitment to the well-being of the dogs we train.

Benefits:
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO).
- No scheduled weekends, except for special events.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about dog training and meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for Elevate Canine. Email [email protected].

08/20/2024

This sweet shepherd mix has a lot of anxiety which turned into aggression after a bad experience with a stranger. She can be selective with who she trusts but with time she was able to open up to all the trainers and we worked to build her confidence. While she understandably is wary of new people, she now knows her people will guide her and they feel more comfortable now that they know how to work through her insecurities.

08/19/2024

This mini aussie came to us for her leash reactivity while on walks. Now she's going on store visits without issue.

08/18/2024

This older boy has a hard time opening up with strangers. So when he chose to come lay next to his trainer and ask for pets we were all celebrating. Even the little moments can be huge for individual dogs.

08/17/2024

We had our first tracking training session. A little warm out, but the dogs and handlers did a great job. The key to anything new, you have to crawl before you can walk, and you have to walk before you can run. It is amazing how quickly the dogs progress.

08/17/2024

In this second session of our puppy class the puppies have already learned the place command but are now working on holding it. It might seem like a daunting task at first but this group was able to stay in a down while we sat down to discuss other topics. They might need some reminders but mostly they started falling asleep.

08/16/2024

This handsome boy came to us for his leash pulling, barking, and lack of recall. While he knew his basic commands he needed direction to bring his obedience to a new level. He still likes to take his time but with the guidance of his owners he's now on the right track and knows his expectations.

08/15/2024

Eleven reasons you should go through dog training.
1. The average lifespan of a dog is around 12 years old. Do you really want to deal with the bad behaviors for the rest of your dog's life?
2. The puppy that jumps on you is cute, until the dog gets older and can knock grandma over. Do you want to be responsible for a new hip for grandma?
3. Your dog pulls you so bad, that it is a workout just trying to restrain your dog while on a walk. You then stop taking your dog for a walk because it is too physically demanding to take the dog for a walk.
4. Your dog thinks your arm, feet, hair, and ears are a toy to chomp on.
5. When your dog is off leash and when you call them, they look back at you and give you a dirty look and then continue what they were doing.
6. Dog training is like a manual of what you should be doing and not doing to bring out the best in your dog.
7. When someone comes to your door, your dog shouldn't be jumping and barking at the person at the door. The dog should be able to relax in those situations.
8. Your dog shouldn't be at the backyard, fence fighting with the neighbor dog.
9. If your dog is an anxious mess, that is fear. Do you want your dog to live in a state of fear for the rest of your dog's life?
10. If your dog acts aggressively towards other dogs, or people, that is no way to live your life, walking on egg shells about your dog's next outburst.
11. Your dog rules the roost.

08/14/2024

Due to the weather, we have re-scheduled our Tracking training session that was to be held tonight. It will be Saturday August 17th at 1 -3 PM at Lindenwood Park. We still have a few slots open, if you would like to attend with your dog, go to our website https://elevatecanine.com and register for the tracking into program, and we will follow up with you.

At Elevate Canine Academy we work in the Bismarck/Mandan area and specialize in dog obedience as well as aggressive and reactive dog training. We work with all types of dogs from small to large, puppies to adults.

08/07/2024

Are you tired of pulling, jumping, and lunging?

08/06/2024

Dog trainers don't have a magic wand that makes a dog obedient. The reality is dog trainers can make things much better for MOST dogs. Just like people, some dogs have anxiety, some dogs learn faster than others, some are feistier than others, some are reactive or aggressive, and some dogs are outright stubborn. These factors all play a part in how quickly the dog will progress. A bigger factor is if the owners are following through on a consistent bases with the boundaries/rules that are expected of the dog. If they aren't, the dog will regress back to bad behaviors, and lack of obedience.

We as trainers can only establish the structure that is needed to address issues with the dog. It is the responsibility of the owner to stay on top of the training, and enforcing the rules the dog has learned. The owners will get in return what they invest into maintaining the obedience. If a person comes to training and have an expectation that all their dog's problems are going to be gone, they are going to be disappointed. What a person should expect is the dog has a solid understanding of what the rules are, the dog's bad behaviors should become less, and the obedience should be greater than when the dog started. They should expect to keep working with the dog to get the dog to an even better place than they are at the end of "training". Training is a life long thing that allows us to maintain where we are and the ability to grow. If a person wants the level of obedience that a law enforcement K9 has, then they have to put in the time. That doesn't happen in two weeks. That typically takes more than a year, training every day.

Unfortunately, sometimes the expectations of where we can get in a short period of time and what the reality is, are two different things.

08/03/2024

Training doesn't stop once the dogs graduate, but with so many moving parts a refresh can make a world of a difference. Our Post Day Train Group Class is one of our refresh options that is just as much for the human as it is for the dog. We have so much fun seeing everyone and it is a great way to work around other dogs that have the same training and expectation as your own.

08/02/2024

Construction can be just as much of a pain to dogs as it is to people. Large machinery and loud noises can be very scary, but can also be a good learning opportunity when building confidence in a nervous dog. Just walking by or doing a few commands in the area are great ways to work through these new situations.

08/01/2024

This staffie had so much excitement coming through the door on his first day. He struggled with impulse control which lead to jumping, pulling, and problems listening. Once he was able to slow down and learned the skills he needs to stay calm, these improved tremendously. We're so proud of how hard he has worked to get to this point and will miss this happy boy.

07/31/2024

This golden doodle struggled with reactivity on walks when he came for training. Now with new rules set in place and plenty of work on his confidence his family can go out on walks without worry.

07/30/2024

This setter came to us with issues listening when outside and anxiety as he struggled to settle when away from his people. The new routine of training and expectation for him at home helped bring him to a place where he was able to focus inside the facility. From there we were able to work up to new distractions and training outside. We are so proud of how far he has come and how much of a difference this has made in his and his family's lives.

07/29/2024

This girl was working hard on 20 min down without interruption. She had gotten up twice but after a reset she stayed in down for the entire time like a champ!

07/29/2024

Always be sure to leash your pet. Your pet may be friendly, but you don't know about the other pet.

07/28/2024

I would like to introduce you to our new trainer, Dave Cochran, who will be leading our Fargo location in our new dog sports programs. These programs include scent detection, tracking, advanced obedience, and bite work.

Dave is a 20-year law enforcement veteran, 18 years with the Fargo Police Department, and the last 2 years with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office. Dave has held many roles over the last 20 years. Nearly half of those years have spent in the role as a K9 handler.
Dave started his K9 path as decoy with the Fargo Police Department. In 2009, Dave was selected to be a K9 handler and attend the St. Paul Canine Academy in St. Paul, MN. Dave was paired with his first K9, Kimber. K9 Kimber was eventually washed out, and Dave was paired with his new K9, Falco. Dave and Falco finished their training together through Can Am K9. Dave has also helped start and train dogs with Can Am K9.
Dave and Falco had an exciting career winning many medals and citations through the United States Police Canine Association (USPCA) and the National Police Canine Association (NPCA). One of their career highlights was appearing on the national television show Top Dog and as a guest host on Live PD. Although very exciting, Dave says nothing was better than helping his coworkers find suspects that were actively evading law enforcement and / or hiding their contraband.
Dave has always had a love for dogs and is excited to be a part of Elevate Canine Academy.

We are really excited to have Dave on board and the new services we can offer to the Fargo community.

We will have our first meeting this Thursday at 6 PM to discuss our tracking program.. If you would like to come out and learn more about the program, send us a message and we can get you additional information.

07/28/2024

We're seeing double here at Elevate! These two girls aren't siblings but they sure had us doing a double take.

07/27/2024

If you know, you know.

07/27/2024

When on a visit to the hardware store we had a little time to snap a pic! This boy was engaged and focused at the task at hand!