Elevated Canine Bakersfield

We are very thankful to Nick for training our German Shepherd. When Zorro boarded he had no prior training. During his one moth boarding Nick would update us with pictures and videos showing us how Zorro has been progressing. Now Zorro is very disciplined and always listens to his commands. Even though Zorro has completed his training Nick still is very kind and responds to any questions I have.

Elevated Canine and our trainer, Nick, were incredible. From day one, he was patient, professional, and truly understood our 6mo old rescue Doberman, Stuart. We always say, “We saved Stu, and Nick saved us.” In just 5 weeks, our boy went from a nervous shelter dog to confidently off-leash— his leash manners, recall, obedience, and crate training improved drastically. Walks are enjoyable, and we finally feel confident leaving him home alone. Nick kept us updated and empowered us to continue the training ourselves. Elevated Canine isn’t just about dogs—it’s about helping the whole family. We’re beyond grateful for the transformation!

We are incredibly grateful for Nick’s attentive and expert dog training services. Both of our boxers entered training at different stages of puppyhood, and thanks to Nick’s guidance, they have become super attentive and well-behaved. Whether we’re walking in public or at home, Nick’s training has given us peace of mind knowing our dogs are keeping us and our kids safe. They’re now excellent travelers during long car rides, and we can confidently stay in dog-friendly hotels with them year-round. We did private 1:1 puppy training for our first pup which gave us the confidence to maintain the fundamentals at home. We also did the board and train for our second pup. We found the board and train to be super effective. Especially since she was motivated to learn and at that point, having two dogs at home with small children, she needed a more focused approach that Nick was able to provide. Nick’s personalized 1:1 training sessions were invaluable—he offered sound advice at every stage of training, from pre-sessions through to post, and ensured we felt supported every step of the way. His attention to detail, ability to anticipate our concerns, and practical tips were spot on. Our dogs are playful yet gentle with our kids, making our family life more enjoyable. We highly recommend Nick to anyone looking for a dog trainer who truly cares about their dogs’ well-being and their family’s safety!