Duncan | Rott/Lab Mix | San Diego, CA | In Training

Say hello to Duncan!

Duncan is a Rottweiler/Labrador mix from San Diego California; and he is here for our two week board and train program.

Duncan‘s owners have noted that he does not follow commands, is a bit destructive around the house, and overall lacks most sense of obedience.

While he is in our care, we will build a strong training foundation and teach him how to follow the commands of his owners.

Keep following Duncan’s blog to watch his two-week transformation!

Duncan | Rott/Lab Mix | Pupdate 12/1/2025

Today was all about assessing Duncan’s training baseline. We put him through the paces, assessing in detail where he has strength and where he demonstrates a little bit of weakness.

He is wearing a muzzle, this is for his own safety, as well as the safety of those around him. Duncan has been known to bite here and there, although he is a very good boy, just a little bit intimidated.

Duncan has not eaten much since he’s arrived, but that is normal, especially for the first few days.

We spent sessions with Duncan muzzle-free several times throughout the day, he responded very well; accepting pets, treats, and coming into nuzzle regularly.

Over the next few days, we will instill the good behaviors that we want Duncan to demonstrate, and we will do so while having a great time!

Duncan | Rottie/Lab | Pupdate 12/2/2025

Today, we took Duncan out and about on the town!

One of our sessions was inside of a Home Depot, and we could not have been prouder with how Duncan handled himself.

We begin easy, teaching commands, such as heel, sit, down, place, and come to sit.

Duncan has already fallen into the rhythm of heeling  pretty well and his sits are getting better and better.

We will slowly increase the level of distraction around Duncan while he works, as this will help us do away with his anxiety and help to soothe his insecurities.

Come back tomorrow for more of Duncan‘s training journey!

Duncan | Rott/Lab Mix | Pupdate 12/3/2025

Look at the progress Duncan has made in such a short time!

We keep the muzzle on him in public for his own safety; although, we work without the muzzle at home.

You can see that Duncan is very comfortable with heel, place, and sit. He’s still figuring out the come to sit, but that’s ok! We’ve got plenty of time to improve!

Duncan is still anxious and a bit unsure at times. Exposure and socialization such as you see here today are the best tools we can use to ease a nervous pup.

Stay tuned for more of Duncan’s shenanigans!