OffLeash SoCal Dog Training Customers

Meet Frankie! Frankie is a one-and-a-half-year-old English Cream Retriever from La Canada Flintridge, California who has just joined us for our two-week Community & Board Program. Frankie is incredibly sweet, outgoing, and full of energy. She is very social with both people and other dogs and genuinely wants to say hello to everyone she meets. Frankie has a friendly, enthusiastic personality and enjoys being out and about, especially in stimulating environments where there i

Bad Weather has a way of exposing stress in dogs that otherwise seem calm and confident. Thunder, heavy rain, wind, and sudden pressure changes can trigger anxiety, restlessness, or shutdown behaviors that surprise many owners. As a professional trainer, I want to be clear right away. Dogs can learn to stay calm during storms, but it requires preparation, structure, and the right kind of training support. In this article, I will explain how Bad Weather affects behavior, why s

Meet Charlie! 🐾 Charlie is a 4-year-old golden mix from Torrance, California who has just joined us for our two-week Community Board & Train program, and we’re so excited to have him! Charlie is a fun-loving pup with plenty of energy, but that enthusiasm sometimes gets the best of him. He’s been described as having zero boundaries when greeting people—often jumping up and bumping into them—and he can be a bit unpredictable when encountering other dogs out in public. Add in s

Meet Radler! He's a twenty one month old German Shepherd/Husky Mix from Los Angeles, California, here for our Two-Week Community Board and Train Program! Radler can be sweet, but can also be a little skeptical of people he doesn't know. While he is familiar with some commands, he often chooses not to follow through, usually due to distractions and excitement. Over the next fourteen days, we will work with Radler on his confidence levels, his obedience skills, help with his im

As a professional dog trainer, I spend a lot of time helping dogs build obedience, confidence, and reliability. What many owners do not realize is that grooming plays a huge role in how well dogs feel, behave, and respond to training. Grooming is not just about keeping your dog looking nice. It directly impacts their physical health, comfort, and even their ability to focus during training sessions. In this article, I want to explain why Grooming matters so much, how it suppo

Meet Simon! He's a 5-year-old Corgi from El Segundo, California, and he's here for our Two Week Community Board and Train Program. Simon is a pretty typical Corgi who has a lot of energy, loves his people, and has the smarts to pick up on commands quickly. On the other hand, he's got that Corgi stubborn streak so he doesn't always do the commands when asked, nips at heels sometimes, barks when he wants something, and can be reactive on leash towards other dogs. Over the next

Meet Roscoe! 🐾 Roscoe is a one-year-old Shepherd Husky mix from Los Angeles, CA, and this sweet, spirited boy has just joined us for our two-week Community Board and Train program! Roscoe is as loving as they come and has a strong bond with his people—but with that big heart comes a bit of separation anxiety. He prefers to be with his humans at all times and isn’t shy about voicing his opinions when he’s left out of the action. In addition to wanting constant companionship,

King is here for a two-week Urban board and train alongside his sister Millie. He’s a strong, handsome German Shepherd with plenty of drive, and over the next couple of weeks we’ll be dialing in his obedience, impulse control, and confidence in busy, real-world environments. We’ll be putting a big focus on clear expectations, structure, and consistent follow-through so King can learn how to stay calm and engaged around distractions. He’s already settling in well, and we’re ex

Please welcome Millie, our German Shepherd who just arrived for a two-week Urban board & train, training on leash only, alongside her brother King. Millie is still getting oriented to her new environment, taking everything in and adjusting to the routine. Over the next two weeks, we’ll be focusing on on-leash obedience, clear communication, and structured work in real-world urban settings. The goal is to build reliable behavior through consistency, repetition, and fair expect

Meet Lily! She's a fifteen month old Bernese Mountain Dog from Burbank, California, here for our Two Week Community Board and Train Program! Lily is incredibly sweet and playful, however, she is also very strong and loves pulling all over the place on her leash. She has trouble with her basic obedience commands, and often gets distracted by all the sights and smells around her! Over the next fourteen days, we will work with Lily on her obedience skills, help with her impulse

Foxy is back with us for boarding, and she settled in quickly like she never missed a beat. After getting re-acclimated to the routine, she enjoyed some relaxed downtime and light structure to help her ease back into the environment. We focused on keeping things positive and familiar—short walks, engagement, and plenty of calm moments to set the tone for her stay. Looking forward to a smooth, productive boarding period with this girl! Foxy | Husky Mix | Pupdate 1/17/2026 Toda

Every New Year brings fresh motivation for dog owners. I hear it constantly as a professional dog trainer. This is the year things finally click. This is the year consistency happens. The reality is that successful Training Routines are not built on motivation alone. They are built on structure, clarity, and repeatable habits that fit into real life. Training Routines are what separate short term progress from long term results. When routines are done correctly, dogs understa

Meet Bailey! Bailey is a 3-year-old Husky mix from Alhambra, California, and he’s here for our Two-Week Board & Train Program. Bailey is a sweet pup who already knows a few basic commands, but he tends to pull on walks and gets easily distracted—especially by squirrels! Over the next 14 days, we’ll be focusing on building better leash manners, improving obedience, and strengthening his ability to stay focused around distractions. Through consistent guidance, clear communicati

Foxy is back with us for a few days of boarding, and we’re excited to have her energy and personality around again. She’s settling in nicely, enjoying plenty of play, structure, and calm time as part of her stay. Looking forward to a great few days with this girl! Foxy | Husky Mix | Pupdate 1/10/2026 Foxy continues to stay busy with a good balance of structured training and plenty of play. We’re keeping her engaged with regular obedience work to maintain consistency, reinforc

As a professional dog trainer, I spend a lot of time talking about behavior, structure, and obedience. But none of that matters if a dog is uncomfortable, unhealthy, or constantly irritated. One of the most overlooked factors that directly affects a dog’s behavior, energy, and overall well being is parasite control. Parasite Control is not just a veterinary topic. It plays a major role in how dogs feel, how they focus, and how successful their training can be. Parasites can q

Meet Frankie! 🐾 Frankie is a 9-month-old Cavapoo from Los Angeles, California, and this sweet little lady has just joined us for our two-week Urban Board & Train program! Frankie has been described as quite the little nibbler — always eager to chew on anything and everything she can get her tiny mouth on. Along with her love for nibbling, she’s also shown a bit of a mischievous side, especially when it comes to digging into furniture fabrics, and she could use some extra sup

Meet Mocha! He's a 5-year-old Corgi from Long Beach, California, and he's here for our Two Week Urban Board and Train Program. Mocha loves hanging out with people and he's very playful, but he can get a little jealous sometimes around other dogs and can be a bit of a bully. He also doesn't follow through on the commands he knows, and could definitely learn a few more! Over the next two weeks we'll teach Mocha what's appropriate when it comes to getting attention around other

Kingston is back with us for boarding! I'm glad to have him back, and he's doing well so far! I look forward to having him this week, and we’ll be updating here daily! Pupdate: 1/4/2026 After picking up Kingston today, we headed over to Almansor Park to get some work in. We spent some time walking around the park and practicing his commands, and he did really well with his training and focus. Afterward, we headed home and got Kingston settled in. He’s been really good so far!

We’re excited to welcome Luna, a strong and confident bully mix from Hollywood, CA, who is joining us for a Two Week Urban Board and Train Program. Luna is ready to dive into her training, and over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be helping her build focus, manners, and confidence in busy urban environments. This program is all about setting her up for success—teaching clear communication, structure, and reliable behavior, even amid distractions. Luna is already showing she’s

Foxy is back with us, and it’s great to have her here again. She settled in quickly, picked up right where she left off, and clearly remembered the routines and expectations. Today was about re-establishing structure, letting her decompress, and easing her back into work without pushing anything. She’s confident, comfortable in the environment, and acting like this place is still home—which is exactly what we want to see. We’ll continue keeping things consistent and productiv

Otis, a Miniature Bernedoodlefrom Sherman Oaks, CA went through the OffLeash SoCal Board and Train dog training program. Otis was trained by Alex Kruse in Duarte, CA.

A New Year, a New Start for You and Your Dog As the new year approaches, many people set goals for health, organization, or personal growth. But one of the most rewarding resolutions you can make is committing to your dog’s training. Whether you want to strengthen basic obedience, reduce unwanted behaviors, or build confidence in challenging environments, 2026 can be the year your dog becomes their best self. At OffLeash SoCal , we help dogs and their owners transform daily l

Meet Turkey! He's a 6-year-old Shih Tzu from Los Angeles, California, and he's here for our Three Week Reactive Board and Train Program. Turkey is very sweet and friendly for the most part, but he gets a bit territorial when new people come by the house, and he's having some issues getting along with his human baby brother. He's also attentive, but doesn't currently know any formal commands. Over the next three weeks we'll work on manners around the house when it comes to str

Hakku is a year-and-a-half-old Standard Poodle from Carson, California, here for our Two Week Urban Board and Train Program! He’s a sweet and loving dog, but he can sometimes feel nervous around new people and in unfamiliar environments. When out on walks, Hakku loves to pull on the leash, especially toward other dogs and squirrels, and he also struggles with following basic commands consistently. Over the next fourteen days, we’ll be working on building Hakku’s obedience ski