
Meet The Master Dog Trainer
Erin Benedict

Hi, I’m Erin — a professional dog trainer, military retiree, and firm believer that great dogs are built through trust, communication, consistency, and a dash of human patience.
With 20 years of military experience emphasizing calm leadership and structure, I retired in 2025 and earned my Master Dog Trainer certification from Highland Canine LLC.
I tailor training to each dog’s needs, blending reward-based methods with ethical tools for clarity, confidence, and fairness. Specializing in service dogs, puppies, obedience, scent detection, off-leash reliability, and trailing.
Based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and ready for knowledgeable, honest training with warmth and humor? Let’s help you and your dog thrive!
The Training Formats
Choose the path that fits your lifestyle. Whether you seek the immersive results of our Day Training programs, the personalized focus of Private Lessons, or the real-world accountability of our Group Classes, we provide a structured environment designed for lasting success.

Private Training
Experience tailored, one-on-one coaching designed to solve specific behavioral challenges and build a rock-solid bond within your own home.

Group Classes
Proof your dog’s skills in a high-distraction environment. Our structured classes focus on socialization, focus, and reliability around other dogs and people.

Day Training
The ultimate transformation. Your dog trains intensively with a professional trainer during full-day sessions to establish a foundation of off-leash freedom & elite obedience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What training methods do you use?
We use balanced, ethical training methods tailored to each dog. This includes clear communication, positive reinforcement, and fair corrections when appropriate. Our goal is to create reliable behavior while maintaining trust, confidence, and clarity for both dog and handler.
What age can my dog start training?
Dogs can begin training as early as 8 weeks old. We offer age-appropriate programs for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. It’s never too early—or too late—to start building better behavior.
Do you offer group classes or private lessons?
Yes. We offer both private lessons and group classes, depending on your dog’s needs, age, and behavior level. Some dogs benefit from individualized attention, while others thrive in a controlled group environment.
Do you offer consultations?
Yes. We offer free 30-minute consultations to discuss your dog’s behavior, training goals, and determine the best program for you. To schedule a consultation now CLICK HERE

What Our Clients Say

We recently worked with Erin to train our two energetic dogs, Doc and Wyatt, and the results have been nothing short of transformative! As first time littermate parents, we have had some behavioral challenges and we were a bit overwhelmed. Erin made the entire process fun, effective, and tailored to our pups’ personalities.
From the start, her expertise shone through—she assessed Doc’s dominant aggressive streaks and Wyatt’s playful distractions with patience and insight, using some tools and positive reinforcements. Within just a few sessions, we saw huge improvements.
What I appreciated most was her clear communication; she not only trained the dogs but also empowered us with tips and homework to maintain the progress at home. I would highly recommend Erin. She’s the best!
– Deryl and Bryan Sandrock

Working with Erin at Olympus Dog Training was a great experience for both me and my dog, Nikeeta. Erin helped us improve heeling, loose leash walking, the place command, and solidified Nikeeta‘a sit and down. She also introduced nose work in a way that was engaging and effective.
Erin is knowledgeable, patient, and explains training in a way that’s easy to understand and apply. Nikeeta is more focused, responsive, and confident thanks to her training. I highly recommend Erin and Olympus Dog Training.
– Joseph Spicer & Nikeeta

