At A Glance
Marley completed a 2-Week Board and Train with Derek at Off Leash K9 Training to improve loose-leash walking, recall, and reactivity around outdoor distractions. After training, Marley gained a stronger foundation for hiking, biking, camping, and enjoying more freedom with her family.
Dog: Marley
Program: 2-Week Board and Train
Trainer: Derek
Main Issues: Loose leash walking, recall, reactivity around squirrels, rabbits, and bikes
Outcome: Better leash control, stronger recall, and improved behavior around distractions
The Challenge
Before training, Marley’s family had been working with her consistently for 4 months, but some behaviors were still difficult to manage.
Marley struggled with:
- Loose leash walking
- Recall
- Reactivity around squirrels
- Reactivity around rabbits
- Reactivity around bikes
- Needing better control during outdoor activities
The Training Approach
Derek focused on building the foundation Marley needed to make better choices around distractions and respond more reliably.
What training focused on:
- Improving loose leash walking
- Strengthening recall
- Building control around wildlife and bikes
- Creating a stronger training foundation
- Helping Marley prepare for hiking, biking, and camping
- Providing daily video updates
The Results
After two weeks, Marley showed meaningful progress.
What improved:
- Leash walking became more manageable
- Recall improved
- Reactivity around outdoor distractions became more controlled
- Marley gained more freedom during adventures
- Her family had a clearer plan for continued training
Owner Reflection
Marley’s family shared that Derek helped establish the foundation they needed in a short period of time. They appreciated the daily videos and understood that continued practice would be important for maintaining and building on the results.
Ready for Better Recall and Outdoor Control?
If your dog struggles with leash walking, recall, or distractions during hikes and outdoor activities, professional training can help create clearer communication and more reliable control.
Book a consultation today to help your dog build better recall, leash control, and more reliable behavior during outdoor activities.
