At A Glance
Loki and Bear are two Australian Shepherds who trained with Stevi and Derek at Off Leash K9 Training to build consistent commands, better leash manners, and stronger owner handling skills.
Dogs: Loki and Bear
Breed: Australian Shepherds
Ages: Loki, 8 years old; Bear, 12 years old
Program: 2-WeekBoard and Train Program for Loki; 1-Week Board and Train Program for Bear
Trainers: Stevi and Derek
Main Issues: Difficult behavior, leash control, inconsistent commands, owner confidence
Outcome: Easier walks, better obedience, consistent commands, and stronger owner handling
The Challenge
Before training, Loki’s behavior had become overwhelming for his owners. They were committed to him, but daily handling was stressful. After seeing Loki’s progress, they enrolled Bear so both dogs could follow the same command structure.
They needed help with:
- Difficult behavior at home and on walks
- Leash control
- Consistent commands between both dogs
- Owner handling confidence
- Clearer communication
The Training Approach
Stevi worked with Loki through a 2-week program, while Derek worked with Bear through a 1-week program.
What training focused on:
- Improving leash manners
- Building reliable commands
- Creating consistency between both dogs
- Teaching the owner how to handle both dogs correctly
- Building owner confidence for long-term success
The Results
After training, both dogs showed strong progress.
What improved:
- Loki now walks more easily
- Commands became more reliable
- Both dogs use the same command structure
- Owner handling improved
- Confidence increased
- Daily life became more manageable
Owner Reflection
Loki and Bear’s owners shared that the biggest key was not only training the dogs, but also training the human. Stevi and Derek gave them the tools and confidence needed to handle both dogs correctly.
Ready for Better Obedience and Owner Confidence?
If your dogs are difficult to manage, pull on walks, or need consistent commands, professional training can help create better habits and clearer communication.
Book a consultation today to help your dogs build better obedience, confidence, and communication for more enjoyable walks and daily life.
