OffLeash SoCal Dog Training Customers

Meet Steven! Steven is a three-year-old Labrador Retriever/Malinois mix here for our Three-Week Reactive Board and Train Program.  Steven is a sweet pup; however, he does display several unwanted behaviors.  Steven was adopted by his pup parents about a year ago.  Steven is a sweet, loving pup.  However, Steven displays several unwanted behaviors.  Steven can perform a command or two and has been to prior training; however, he lacks structure and will perform the tasks incons

Meet Roxy! She’s a sweet and gentle Bully mix from Studio City, California, here for our Three-Week Reactive Board and Train Program! Roxy is an absolute sweetheart who loves being around people, but she sometimes struggles with anxiety, especially around loud noises, large vehicles, and unfamiliar objects. While she knows some basic commands, she often has trouble following through when she’s feeling unsure or distracted. Over the next twenty-one days, we’ll be focusing on h

Meet Ruby! She's an 18-month-old Poodle mix from Altadena, California, and she's here for our Two Week Community Board and Train Program. Ruby is a great little rescue who still has a lot of puppy energy, so while she's super excited to meet new people and dogs, she doesn't always go about it with the best manners. She also needs to learn to hold her commands when given, not to dash out open doors, and that brushes are not her worst enemy! Over the next two weeks we'll teach

Meet Mr. Marjorie! Say hello to Mr. Marjorie — a one-year-old Terrier-Poodle mix from sunny Pasadena, California! This adorable little guy has joined us for our Two-Week Urban Board & Train Program , and we’re so excited to have him on board. Mr. Marjorie has quite the fun personality — he’s been known to show off his “Houdini” skills when hanging out in the yard and can’t help but greet everyone he meets with lots of enthusiasm (and maybe a few too many jumps!). He’s also s

George, a Labrador Retreiver from Los Angeles, CA went through the Balanced Canine Training SoCal Board and Train dog training program. George was trained by Heather Knight in Chatsworth, CA.

Meet Tristan! He's an 8-year-old Golden Retriever from Newport Beach, California, and he's here for our Two Week Urban Board and Train Program. Tristan is a sweet old man who doesn't know he's reaching senior years yet, and acts like a big, overzealous puppy! He has issues pulling on the leash when walking, barking when he wants something, jumping up to greet people and being a little too eager when taking treats, and generally doesn't follow commands. Over the next two weeks

Meet Laszlo! He’s a one-and-a-half-year-old Golden Retriever from San Gabriel, California here for our Two-Week Urban Board and Train Program! Laszlo is a sweetheart, but he often loves to run over to any other dog he sees and has trouble coming back when called. He’s familiar with some obedience commands, but has a bit more trouble following through around distractions. Over the next fourteen days, we will be tightening up Laszlo’s obedience skills, working on his manners in

The Gift of a Loyal Companion When you think about what you’re grateful for, your dog probably tops the list. From their wagging tails to their unshakable loyalty, dogs remind us daily what unconditional love truly means. But what many owners overlook is how training  not only improves a dog’s behavior but also transforms the relationship itself. At OffLeash SoCal , we’ve seen thousands of dogs evolve from anxious or unruly to confident, obedient, and calm. Along the way, the

Meet Wallace! He's a four year old Poodle/Cattle Dog Mix from Los Angeles, California here for our Three-Week Reactive Board and Train Program! Wallace is a sweetheart, but he often loves to run over to any other dog he sees and has trouble coming back when called. He's familiar with some obedience commands, but has a bit more trouble following through around distractions. Wallace has the most trouble around bikes, which make him intensely nervous and reactive. Over the next

Meet Cochise! He is a seven year old German Shepherd who has joined our Boarding Program. For the next four days Cochise will be refreshing his obedience as he continues becoming the best pup that he can be! Cochise and I spent the morning building our bond during a relaxed walk around the park. He demonstrated excellent recall and very nice leash manners throughout our time together. His playful enthusiasm, especially when he spots squirrels, highlights his joyful and spirit

Life in a Multi-Dog Household Living with more than one dog can be a rewarding experience—double the love, double the fun. But it can also mean double the challenges if structure isn’t in place. From competition over toys to chaos during walks, multi-dog homes require extra communication, consistency, and patience. At OffLeash SoCal , we’ve worked with many families managing multiple dogs under one roof. The secret to success lies in individual training, fair leadership, and

Meet Mookie! Mookie is a three-year-old Labrador Retriever here for our Urban Two-Week Board and Train Program.  Mookie is a sweet pup; however, he does display several unwanted behaviors.  Mookie is a rambunctious, playful pup.  Mookie has poor leash manners and will not recall.  Mookie can perform a command or two and has been to prior training; however, he lacks structure and will perform the tasks inconsistently.  Mookie will eat and destroy anything that is left unattend

Meet George! 🐾 George is a lively 2-year-old Lab mix from Los Angeles, CA. who has just joined us for our two-week Community Board and Train Program , and we couldn’t be more excited to have him! This happy-go-lucky guy has quite the personality — full of energy and enthusiasm for life. On walks, George tends to take the lead (and sometimes his person for a bit of a ride!) as his excitement gets the best of him. He’s also been known to be a little possessive when it comes to

Meet Paisley! She's a nine month old Goldendoodle from Pasadena, California here for our Two-Week Urban Board and Train Program. Paisley can be very sweet, but often takes that affection too far by jumping up on people. She’s very playful, but wants to bark and pull towards any dog she sees to try to play! While she's familiar with some basic commands but decides for herself if she wants to listen. Over the next fourteen days, we'll be working with Paisley on her obedience sk

Kiki, a Doberman Pinscher from Pacific Palisades, CA went through the Balanced Canine Training SoCal Board and Train dog training program. Kiki was trained by Heather Knight in Chatsworth, CA.

A Fresh Start: Building the Right First Impression Bringing home a new dog is exciting, but it also comes with challenges. Whether you’re adopting a rescue, welcoming a puppy, or introducing a second dog to your household, those first few days are critical. Dogs are territorial and sensitive to change, and without a thoughtful plan, the introduction can lead to tension or even aggression. At OffLeash SoCal , we’ve helped hundreds of families navigate multi-dog dynamics succes

Meet Rose! She's a 1-year-old Amstaff mix from El Monte, California, and she's here for our Two Week Urban Board and Train Program. Rose is very sweet and wants to be friends with everyone, but she gets a little too excited and her enthusiasm turns into jumping. She also needs helps with learning to hold her commands until released, chewing on things, walking on a loose leash, and dashing through doors. Over the next two weeks we'll teach Rose all of her basic commands, make

Meet Baxter! He's a 3-year-old Mini Poodle from Hacienda Heights, California, and he's here for our Two Week Urban Board and Train Program. Baxter is small and lovable, but he has a mind of his own, which means he picks and chooses when to follow through on his commands. He also breaks those commands whenever he wants to, and often ignores his Recall when he's busy. Over the next two weeks we'll teach Baxter to follow through on commands when asked, come when called regardles

Meet Bear! Bear is a two-year-old Sheepadoodle here for our Three-Week Board and Train Program.  Bear is a sweet pup; however, she does display several unwanted behaviors.  Bear is a rambunctious, playful young pup.  Bear can be easily excited when meeting new people and will jump on them.  Bear has poor leash manners and will not recall.  Bear can perform a command or two and has been to prior training; however, she lacks structure and will perform the tasks inconsistently. 

Meet Curious George! He's a three year old Black Lab/Golden Retriever Mix from Cypress, California here for our Two-Week Urban Board and Train Program! Curious George can be very playful, and often friendly, but he can also be Skeptical of people and tends to bark upon meeting someone new. He also barks and lunges at certain dogs as well as other critters like cats and squirrels! He's very strong and capable of pulling you over if he gets going! While he knows some commands,

Meet Chompy! He is a six year old Boston Terrier who has joined us for our Three Week Board and Train Program. Chompy is here for basic obedience, leash pulling, and reactivity towards other dogs. Though a little hesitant initially when going on walks, he will pull on his leash once he gets going. Chompy’s goal is to improve his leash manners, exhibit better behavior at home, and prevent him from reacting when he is around other dogs. Over the next twenty one days, he’ll be w

Mouse, a Boston Terrier from Los Angeles, CA went through the Balanced Canine Training SoCal Board and Train dog training program. Mouse was trained by Jose Ayala in Compton, CA

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Mali is back with me for boarding! I'm happy to have her back again! Stay tuned here to see what we're up to each day! Pupdate: 10/9/2025 After picking up Mali, we headed to the park together! We went through all of her commands, and for the most part, she did really well. It seems like she remembers her training! She’s been very well behaved for me so far and adjusted pretty quickly to being back in a training setting. I’m excited to have her back and help her continue build