About Elite K9 Companion

Service, medical alert and therapy dogs

Elite K9 Companion (EK9C) is a family-owned dog training company in Miami serving Miami-Dade County and surrounding areas. It specializes in service dog training, medical alert training and therapy dog preparation, built on a foundation of obedience and companion skills, and also offers puppy development and wedding companion dog services. Service dog work covers medical alert, autism support, mobility assistance and psychiatric service dogs. Through an alliance with Canine Assisted Therapy (C.A.T.), it prepares therapy dogs for hospitals, schools and nursing homes.

The team

Owner and Director of Training Cesar M. Roman turned to dog training after a career in the financial sector. He is a Certified Medical Alert Canine (CMAC) professional through The Center for the Study of Medical Assisted Canines, an Animal Behavior College Certified Service Dog Trainer and certified in Pet CPR and First Aid. The company is a member of the APDT and an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. Co-owner Martha Roman manages scheduling and client communications. Demo dogs Archie, an Australian Shepherd, and Ruby, a Belgian Malinois, help in class.

How it works

Training uses positive reinforcement, starts with a free in-home evaluation and includes lifetime group park sessions. Financing is available to eligible customers.