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2 Week Board & Train

Bruce | Pitbull Terrier Mix | Bakersfield, CA

🐾 Welcome Bruce to our 2-Week Board & Train Program! 🐾Bruce is a 6-month-old Pit Bull Terrier mix who’s here to work on his manners, learn to control all that puppy excitement, and build some solid obedience.We’ll also be working through dog psychology to help him develop better decision-making and self-control at home and out in the real world.Welcome to

Miguel August 16, 2026

Why Dogs Follow Owners From Room to Room: Understanding Clingy and Shadowing Behavior

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Why Dogs Follow Owners From Room to Room: Understanding Clingy and Shadowing Behavior

Some dogs seem to have a built-in rule: Where you go, they go. You walk into the kitchen, and your dog follows. You move to the bedroom, and they follow. You sit on the couch, and suddenly they’re right beside you. For many dogs, following their owners from room to room is completely normal. Dogs are social animals, and staying

olk9office August 14, 2026

Why Dogs Bark When Another Dog Gets a Treat: Understanding Food Frustration and Impulse Control

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Why Dogs Bark When Another Dog Gets a Treat: Understanding Food Frustration and Impulse Control

Training multiple dogs can become surprisingly challenging when treats are involved. You reward one dog for sitting. The other dog immediately starts barking. You reward the second dog. Now the first dog begins whining, jumping, or pushing forward. Before long, a simple training exercise has turned into a competition for attention. If your dog barks when another dog gets a

olk9office August 13, 2026

Why Dogs Struggle to Walk Beside Their Owners: Building Better Leash Manners

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Why Dogs Struggle to Walk Beside Their Owners: Building Better Leash Manners

A peaceful walk sounds simple: your dog walks beside you, the leash remains relaxed, and both of you enjoy the time outdoors. For many owners, however, walks look very different. Their dog may: Pull ahead Zigzag across the sidewalk Stop suddenly Pull toward smells Rush toward other dogs Chase birds Lag behind Become distracted by people Constantly change direction Ignore

olk9office August 12, 2026

Aspen | King Shepherd | Bakersfield, CA

Meet Aspen 🐾 Meet Aspen, a beautiful 1½-year-old King Shepherd who is joining us for our 4-week Board & Train program! At home, Aspen is incredibly loving and devoted to her owners. However, when it comes to meeting strangers and navigating new situations, she can become uncomfortable and unsure of how to respond appropriately. Aspen currently struggles with leash pulling,

Anthony Rivera August 12, 2026

Dogs Bark When They Hear Footsteps Outside: Causes and Training

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Dogs Bark When They Hear Footsteps Outside: Causes and Training

A quiet house can suddenly become noisy when your dog hears someone walking past the front door, approaching the driveway, or moving along the sidewalk. Before you even notice the person, your dog may lift their head, rush toward a window, and begin barking. If your dog barks when they hear footsteps outside, this behavior can become frustrating, especially when

olk9office August 11, 2026

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Teaching Dogs Appropriate Play Skills: How to Build Safe, Healthy Play Behavior

Play is one of the most important parts of a dog’s life. It provides physical exercise, mental stimulation, social interaction, and opportunities to practice communication. However, not every dog automatically knows how to play appropriately. Some dogs become overly excited and: Jump on other dogs Chase constantly Nip during play Grab clothing Bark excessively Refuse to disengage Play too roughly

olk9office August 10, 2026

Teaching Dogs Healthy Coping Skills: Helping Dogs Handle Stress with Confidence

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Teaching Dogs Healthy Coping Skills: Helping Dogs Handle Stress with Confidence

Every dog encounters situations that feel stressful at some point in life. Whether it’s hearing fireworks, meeting unfamiliar people, walking past another dog, or visiting the veterinarian, dogs constantly process new experiences. While some recover quickly, others become overwhelmed because they haven’t yet developed healthy ways to cope. Teaching healthy coping skills gives dogs the tools they need to manage

olk9office August 7, 2026

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Leash Training Bakersfield: Professional Dog Leash Training for Calm, Confident Walks

Walking your dog should be one of the most enjoyable parts of pet ownership—not a daily struggle. If your dog constantly pulls on the leash, lunges toward distractions, zigzags across the sidewalk, or ignores your cues, professional Leash Training Bakersfield can help transform stressful walks into calm, enjoyable outings. Loose leash walking is about far more than simply preventing pulling.

olk9office August 6, 2026

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Why Puppies Jump on Children: Understanding and Stopping Jumping Behavior

Many new puppy owners discover that their puppy behaves politely around adults but becomes wildly excited the moment children enter the room. If your puppy jumps on children, you’re seeing one of the most common puppy behaviors. Children naturally attract puppies because they: Move quickly Laugh loudly Run unpredictably Wave their arms Play energetic games Get down closer to the

olk9office August 5, 2026

3 Week Board & Train

Melechai Joshep | German Shepherd | Bakersfield, CA

Welcome Melechai Joshep to Off Leash K9 Training Bakersfield! We’re excited to welcome Melechai, a 100-pound German Shepherd, to our 3–4 Week Rehabilitation & Board and Train Program at Off Leash K9 Training Bakersfield. Melechai is a powerful dog who needs help building focus, structure, and clear boundaries. He currently struggles with obedience in public, maintaining attention around distractions, and

Miguel August 5, 2026

Why Dogs Thrive With Predictable Routines: Building Confidence Through Consistency

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Why Dogs Thrive With Predictable Routines: Building Confidence Through Consistency

Dogs naturally seek patterns. Unlike people, who can understand schedules by reading a clock or calendar, dogs learn by recognizing repeated daily events. When life follows a consistent rhythm, dogs begin to predict what comes next, allowing them to relax and feel secure. This is why dogs thrive with predictable routines. A structured day reduces uncertainty, which in turn lowers

olk9office August 4, 2026