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!

How to Teach a Dog to Stop Rushing Through Doorways
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How to Teach a Dog to Stop Rushing Through Doorways

How to Teach a Dog to Stop Rushing Through Doorways Doorways may seem like ordinary parts of everyday life, but for many dogs, they represent excitement, freedom, and access to something interesting. Whether your dog is rushing out the front

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Dog Reactivity vs. Aggression: What Bakersfield Owners Need to Know
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Dog Reactivity vs. Aggression: What Bakersfield Owners Need to Know

If your dog barks, lunges, growls, or becomes difficult to control around other dogs, people, or certain situations, you may wonder whether your dog is reactive or aggressive. Although dog reactivity and aggression can sometimes look similar, they are not

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Best Dog Training Tips for Bakersfield Dog Owners
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Best Dog Training Tips for Bakersfield Dog Owners

Training your dog is about much more than teaching basic commands. A well-trained dog is easier to communicate with, safer to manage, and more enjoyable to have around the family, guests, and other pets. Whether you have recently welcomed a

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Why Dogs Bark When They See Someone Through the Window
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Why Dogs Bark When They See Someone Through the Window

What Does “Bark, See Someone, Through the Window” Mean? When a dog barks when they see someone through the window, they are reacting to a person or activity they can see outside the home. This is a common behavior, but

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Does My Dog's Excitement Mean They Are Aggressive?
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Does My Dog’s Excitement Mean They Are Aggressive?

When owners describe their dog as excited and aggressive, they may be referring to intense behaviors such as barking, lunging, jumping, pulling, chasing, or struggling to respond when something stimulating happens. However, intense behavior does not automatically mean aggression. A

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3 Week Board & Train
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Woofie | Black Labrador | Bakersfield, CA

🐾 Let’s welcome Woofie to our 3-Week Board & Train Rehabilitation Program! 🐾 Woofie is a 2-year-old Black Labrador who will be working with us on separation anxiety, impulse control, excessive barking, jumping, and overall obedience. Throughout her stay, we’ll

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The Most Overlooked Skill in Dog Training: Teaching Dogs to Settle
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Understanding a dog’s emotional needs and stress levels is perhaps the most overlooked skill in dog training. Many trainers focus solely on obedience instruction, missing the cues that indicate a dog’s mental and emotional state. Recognizing these signs can transform

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3 Week Board & Train
Miguel

Winnie | Malinois/Rottweiler mix | Bakersfield, CA

🐾 Let’s welcome Winnie to our 3-Week Board & Train Program! 🐾 Winnie is an 8-month-old, 50 lb Malinois/Rottweiler mix who’s joining us to work on her manners, obedience, and overall self-control. During her stay, we’ll be focusing on jumping

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