OLK9 Dog Training Blog

The Off Leash K9 Dog Training Blog

Bakersfield’s OLK9 Dog Training Blog is here to help you learn all you need to know about dog training. We talk about training methods, the Off Leash K9 Training advantage, and we give you practical tips you can do at home to get that obedient dog of your dreams!

Yes, we train hundreds of dogs every year. But equally as important, we training dog owners! Helping you understand why your dogs do the things they do can only make you a better dog owner and bring peace to your family.

Off Leash K9 Training is the world’s highest-rated dog training company. And our Bakersfield Off Leash K9 location is one of the best!

Enjoy our Blog and check back often for more tips and dog training information!

Pull More: Why Dogs Pull More in Busy Areas
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Pull More: Why Dogs Pull More in Busy Areas

Pull More is one of the most common leash-walking problems dog owners encounter, especially when walking through busy areas filled with distractions. Many owners notice that their dog walks reasonably well in quiet neighborhoods, empty parks, or familiar streets but

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Dog Zoomies Explained: Why Your Dog Runs Indoors
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Dog Zoomies Explained: Why Your Dog Runs Indoors

Dog Zoomies Explained: Why Your Dog Runs Indoors is a question many dog owners ask after watching their dog suddenly sprint through the house at full speed for seemingly no reason. One moment your dog is calmly lying on the

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Anthony Rivera

Tucker | German Shepherd | Bakersfield, CA

🐾 Meet Tucker! 🐾 Tucker is a handsome 1-year-old German Shepherd with a lot of potential and an even bigger personality. Like many young working-breed dogs, he’s struggling with some challenges that are making everyday life stressful for both him

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Calm Exposure: Why Dogs Need Calm Exposure to Distractions
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Calm Exposure: Why Dogs Need Calm Exposure to Distractions

Calm exposure helps dogs process distractions without becoming overwhelmed When dogs struggle with distractions, reactivity, excitement, fear, anxiety, or poor public behavior, the solution is rarely complete avoidance. At the same time, overwhelming a dog with intense stimulation too quickly

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Hyper Around Children: Why Dogs Become Hyper Around Children
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Hyper Around Children: Why Dogs Become Hyper Around Children

Hyper Around Children is one of the most common behavior concerns dog owners experience, especially in family households and public environments where children are present regularly. Many dogs that behave calmly around adults suddenly become overly excited, impulsive, distracted, or

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Calm Walking: How Dogs Learn Calm Walking Behavior
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Calm Walking: How Dogs Learn Calm Walking Behavior

Dogs that learn calm walking behavior can move through busy environments without becoming emotionally overwhelmed. Many dog owners believe walking politely on a leash is something dogs naturally know how to do. In reality, calm walking is a learned behavior

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Aileen Medina

Bella | Golden Doodle | Bakersfield, CA

Meet Bella, a sweet 2-year-old Goldendoodle joining us for a two-week training program! Bella already has a great foundation—she’s friendly with both people and other dogs and loves being part of the action. During her stay, we’ll be focusing on

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Public Manners: Why Dogs Need Better Public Manners
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Public Manners: Why Dogs Need Better Public Manners

Public Manners are one of the most important skills a dog can develop, yet they are often overlooked by many owners. While basic obedience commands such as sit, down, stay, and come are important, those commands only become truly valuable

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