Dog obedience training
in Columbus, Ohio
Transform your dog into a well-behaved, off-leash companion with Off Leash K9 Training Columbus. Our proven methods and experienced trainers help your dog understand and respond to commands for improved communication and behavior.
At Off Leash K9 Training Columbus, we’ve helped thousands of dog owners achieve these goals and more. Our team of certified trainers brings years of experience and a deep understanding of canine behavior to every lesson. We offer tailored Columbus dog obedience training packages designed to address your specific needs and fit your lifestyle.
Why Obedience Training Is Important
- Keep your dog and others safe by teaching reliable control and recall
- Build a stronger, more positive relationship between you and your dog
- Help your dog become comfortable in different social settings
- Reduce stress for both you and your dog by establishing clear expectations
- Allow you to enjoy outings and activities with confidence
- Develop deep trust and understanding between you and your pup
- Prevent potential behavioral problems before they become serious
- Create lifelong skills that benefit both you and your dog
Establishing a Strong Bond through Basic Obedience Training
“Obedience training is really about teaching owners how to properly communicate with their dog,” explains our Training Director, Dylan Beck. “Our goal is to create a good communication system that helps reduce conflict in your relationship with your dog.”
At Off Leash K9 Training Columbus, we believe that basic obedience dog training in Columbus is the foundation for a strong, lasting bond between you and your dog. Our approach combines positive reinforcement with proven e-collar techniques.
Our dog training process includes:
- Use of professional-grade e-collars for clear communication
- A standard 15-foot leash for controlled practice
- Weekly homework assignments to reinforce learning
- Collaborative effort between trainer, owner, and dog
This not only improves your dog’s quality of life but also enhances your relationship through better communication and trust.
Basic Obedience
Our Basic Obedience program is the cornerstone of our training philosophy. It’s designed for every dog owner who wants to establish a foundation of reliable off-leash behavior. This program includes:
- Four (4) one-on-one private lessons
- Six (6) basic commands: Come, Off, Sit, Heel, Down, and Place
- Extended sit, down, and place commands
- E-collar and 15-foot leash included
“We create non-negotiable commands with obedience training,” says Training Director Dylan Beck. “When we say ‘come,’ we want our dogs to do this every single time.” Our basic obedience dog training in Columbus provides dog owners with the tools to establish clear expectations and consistent responses from their dogs.
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Dog Obedience Training Classes in Columbus
ADVANCED OBEDIENCE
“With our advanced lessons, we tailor the training towards what the owner specifically needs,” explains Dylan Beck, our Training Director. “After establishing formal obedience with the basic commands, we can start layering on more advanced commands or focus on helping with the distraction part of training.”
At Off Leash K9 Training Columbus, we know the biggest challenges occur in distracting environments. Our advanced dog obedience training classes in Columbus are designed to address these real-world scenarios.
The advanced program builds on our formal obedience foundation by:
- Adding specialized commands based on your specific needs
- Training in higher-distraction environments
- Creating reliable responses through proofing obedience
- Working on distance control and more complex behaviors
The goal of Advanced Obedience lessons is to help your dog respond more reliably to commands even in distracting environments and at greater distances from you.
Advanced Obedience Training
Our Advanced Obedience program is a comprehensive package that includes both the Basic Obedience training plus four (4) additional lessons focused on higher-level skills. This complete 8-lesson program gives you everything from fundamental commands to advanced techniques in one package.
For dog owners looking to take their training to the next level, our Advanced Obedience program builds upon the basic foundation with:
- 8 Private lessons;
- 4 Lessons on Basic Obedience training
- 4 Lessons on Advanced Obedience training
- A variety of commands
- An e-collar and a 15-foot leash
- Weekly homework assignments for daily practice
Advanced Commands We Can Teach (Plus Many More!)
- Extended distance obedience;
- “Watch”
- “Through”
- “Front”
- “Stand”
Why Choose Off Leash K9 Training Columbus for Dog Obedience?
- Proven track record with dogs throughout Columbus and Central Ohio
- Expert trainers with extensive experience in obedience training for dogs
- Focus on creating a communication system, not just commands
- Emphasis on the safety benefits of reliable off-leash behavior
- Facility-based private training sessions, not group classes
- Customized approach for each dog's unique temperament
Frequently Asked Questions About Columbus
Dog Obedience Training
Dogs must be at least 6 months old to begin formal obedience training. While smaller breed dogs tend to mature a little faster, six months is a good age for most dogs. Our trainers have experience working with all breeds of dogs for obedience training.
All dog obedience training classes in Columbus are conducted at our facility. This allows for a more neutral environment where your dog can focus on learning. Training outside the home actually makes it easier to address the more challenging distractions your dog will encounter in real-world situations. The homework aspect of training ensures you can successfully apply these skills in your home environment.
The basic program establishes the foundation with come, sit, down, place, heel, and off commands. The advanced program adds four more sessions to work on distance control, additional commands, and higher levels of distraction in various locations.
If you’re unsure which program is right for your dog, we’re here to help! Contact us for a free phone consultation, or fill out the form below for assistance. Our expert trainers will be happy to recommend the best program for your furry companion based on their unique temperament and behavior.
Yes! We provide weekly homework after each session for you to complete every day. This daily homework not only improves your dog’s training but also strengthens the bond between you and your animal. We recommend practicing with your dog for at least one hour per day between sessions for optimal results. This consistent practice is essential for success and helps solidify the training across different environments.
Obedience lessons are designed for owners who want to be actively involved in training their dog. These private, one-on-one sessions teach you to become your dog’s trainer with guidance from our professionals. You’ll learn how to work with your dog between weekly lessons, practicing for about an hour daily.
Board and train, on the other hand, is for owners with time constraints where your dog stays with a trainer who does the foundational work, then teaches you how to maintain the training during a handoff session. Both programs use the same training methods but differ in the time versus investment ratio.
We can help you decide on the best training for your dog based on your unique pup, your goals, and your time constraints.
We use top-tier e-collars with a 3/4 mile range and a 2-year warranty. We’ll go over the details of e-collar use during your dog’s lessons so you feel confident using the device.
We cannot guarantee results from dog obedience lessons. Each dog is an individual, and success depends on your commitment to working with your dog as well as your dog’s unique temperament. We’ve seen excellent, life-changing results with our obedience lessons, but cannot guarantee a specific outcome.
We do offer a money-back guarantee if you are unhappy at the end of your first lesson. All you have to do is let your trainer know before leaving the session. We will keep the equipment and refund you, no questions asked!
