Layla | Pitbull | View Park, CA | Boarding
- Tanner Strong
- May 26
- 5 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
Layla is back with us for a boarding stay, and we’re so happy to have her again! She’s just as sweet as ever and settled right back in like she never left. It’s always great seeing familiar faces return, and Layla has already been enjoying her time here with lots of love, attention, and tail wags!
5/26/2026
Layla and Vlad are back with me for boarding, and I’m very happy to have them both again! After picking them up, we spent some time hanging out at the park together. Layla was still a little nervous about the public environment, but she remained just as sweet, friendly, and responsive as ever. Vlad, meanwhile, came back like he had never even left and settled right into the routine immediately!
We stayed at the park for a while enjoying the fresh air and relaxing together before heading home. Once we got back, both pups settled in extremely quickly and started making themselves comfortable right away. They’ve both already been enjoying themselves, and it’s great having them back here again!
5/27/2026
Layla and Vlad spent most of their day over at the park today! We started things off by making sure both pups were comfortable and focused with their double Heel, and they did a great job working together. After that, we spent lots of time walking around, relaxing, and having some fun at the park. Both dogs were well behaved and seemed to really enjoy their day out. Good job guys!
5/28/2026
Layla and Vlad had a full and fun day with us today! We made a couple trips to the park and enjoyed the nice weather together. Both pups have been behaving very well and seem to be having a great time during their stay. They enjoyed getting out for walks, relaxing outside, and spending time together throughout the day. It’s been great seeing them so comfortable, happy, and enjoying themselves!
5/29/2026
Vlad and Layla had another full and fun-filled day together! We spent plenty of time at the park, giving them opportunities to explore, get exercise, and continue building confidence around the various distractions that come with being out in public. Both pups did a great job throughout the day and handled everything well.
It's also been nice watching them spend time together. They clearly enjoy each other's company and seem very comfortable having their sibling by their side during all of our adventures. Between the exercise, exploration, and fun, they had a busy day and were excellent companions from start to finish. Great job, Vlad and Layla!
5/30/2026
Layla and Vlad had a quieter, more relaxed day today, but there was still a little excitement mixed in! We spent time going on walks around the neighborhood and enjoying a slower pace. There were a few parties happening nearby, which brought some extra noise, music, and activity for the pups to experience along the way.
Layla was a bit skeptical of all the commotion at first and kept a close eye on everything going on around her. As the day went on, though, she settled in nicely and handled the extra distractions well. Vlad, meanwhile, was his usual well-behaved self and did a great job all day long, taking everything in stride.
Between their walks and time spent relaxing at home, both pups had a nice, balanced day. They were good company as always, and it was great to see them enjoying themselves despite the unexpected neighborhood excitement!
5/31/2026
Vlad and Layla had a fun day at the park today! There was plenty going on around us, from baseball games to basketball courts full of activity, giving the pups lots to watch and experience. Vlad did an excellent job staying calm and not getting overly excited by all the action, remaining focused and well-mannered throughout our outing.
Layla also had a good day and continues to make progress with her confidence in public. While all the activity can sometimes be a little overwhelming, she did a nice job staying composed and handling the busy environment. We spent time walking, observing the excitement around us, and enjoying the beautiful day together.
Both pups were a pleasure to spend time with, and they had a great day getting exercise, mental stimulation, and plenty of fresh air!
6/1/2026
Layla and Vlad had another good day today! We started our morning with a trip to the park, where both pups got some exercise, fresh air, and time to enjoy being out and about. They were happy to explore and take in everything going on around them while practicing their good manners.
Back at home, the afternoon was spent playing, relaxing, and enjoying each other's company. Layla was especially excited when it came time to play and brought plenty of energy to the fun, but she still did a good job staying responsive and well behaved. Vlad was his usual easygoing self and continued to be a great companion throughout the day.
Both pups have been doing a nice job settling into our routine and balancing playtime with relaxation. They were well behaved today, and it was great to see them having fun together!
6/2/2026
Vlad and Layla had a fun adventure today! We visited a different park to give them a change of scenery and some new sights, sounds, and smells to explore. Both pups were excited to be somewhere new, but they did a nice job staying fairly well behaved and checking in with me throughout our outing.
While we were there, we spent some time working on their double Come To Sit command. This is a challenging exercise because it requires both dogs to respond correctly at the same time and work together as a team. They're still learning, but both Vlad and Layla are starting to get the feel for it and are showing good progress. With a little more practice, I think they'll be performing it confidently side by side. Overall, it was a great day of training, exploration, and fun for both pups!
6/3/2026
Layla and Vlad had another great day today! We headed back to Garfield Park, where both pups got to enjoy some exercise, exploration, and a change of scenery. They were happy to be out and about and did a nice job staying engaged throughout our outing.
We continued working with both pups together, practicing their commands and helping them stay focused while working as a team. Both Layla and Vlad did well and continue to make progress when training side by side. Along with their work, they also enjoyed plenty of time to relax, play, and just have fun together. Overall, it was a well-balanced day full of activity, training, and enjoyment for both pups!
6/4/2026
Layla and Vlad had a great day today with plenty of playtime, exercise, and training! The two of them always enjoy spending time together, and we made sure to balance their fun with some productive work.
One of the main things we practiced today was their Come To Sit command, but with an extra challenge added in. Instead of calling both dogs with a simple "Come," I began using their names individually, asking for "Layla, Come" and then "Vlad, Come." This can be a surprisingly difficult concept for dogs, especially when they're working together, because it requires them to listen carefully and understand that the command is meant specifically for them.
Both pups caught on better than I expected! While there were definitely a few moments of confusion, they started showing signs that they were beginning to differentiate between their names and respond appropriately. By the end of our session, they were doing a nice job and making some real progress.
I think this is a skill they can learn to perform reliably with more practice, and it was exciting to see them both working through such a challenging exercise. Great job today, Layla and Vlad!
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