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.
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Crate training is one of the most valuable skills a puppy can learn, but it often comes with an adjustment period. If your puppy barks inside their crate, you’re not alone. Barking, whining, and restlessness are common behaviors as puppies
Watching a puppy dart across the room to chase someone’s feet may seem funny at first, but it can quickly become frustrating when playful chasing turns into nipping, barking, or grabbing at shoes and pant legs. If your puppy chases
If your dog seems to stop every few feet to investigate a scent, you’re witnessing one of the most natural canine behaviors. Dogs that constantly sniff during walks aren’t being stubborn or trying to delay the walk—they’re gathering information through
If your dog seems perfectly comfortable around people but suddenly begins barking, lunging, or freezing when someone walks by carrying a grocery bag, backpack, suitcase, or shopping bag, you’re not alone. Dogs that react to people carrying bags are displaying
We’re excited to welcome Rocky, a young French Bulldog, to our puppy board & train program! At just a few months old, this is the perfect time to build a strong foundation for lifelong good habits. During his stay, we’ll
Many owners notice that their dog seems perfectly relaxed around neighbors or visitors but suddenly begins barking, growling, pacing, or rushing to the window the moment the mail carrier approaches. If your dog is nervous around mail carriers, you’re not
Better Behavior in Public Places is one of the most valuable goals for any dog owner. While many dogs behave well at home, public environments introduce distractions that can make even familiar commands difficult to follow. New people, dogs, traffic,
Waiting Patiently is one of the most important life skills a dog can learn, yet it is also one of the most challenging. Many dogs struggle to remain calm when they know something exciting is about to happen. Whether they’re
Welcome Xena to Off Leash K9 Training Bakersfield! We’re excited to welcome Xena, a 6-month-old Cane Corso, to our 2-Week Board & Train Program! Xena is here to improve her obedience while building confidence around strangers and other dogs. At
