How Teddy  Built Better Leash Manners, Listening, and Obedience in 1 Week in Atlanta, GA

At A Glance

Teddy is a 1.5-year-old Miniature Schnauzer who came to Off Leash K9 Training for a 1-Week Board and Train. His training focused on basic obedience, leash manners, jumping, barking, and more reliable listening.

Dog: Teddy
Breed: Miniature Schnauzer
Age: 1.5 years
Program: 1-Week Board and Train
Main Issues: No formal training, selective listening, leash pulling, jumping, barking
Outcome: Better obedience, improved leash manners, and stronger command response

The Challenge

Before training, Teddy had not completed formal training and only knew sit when he felt like doing it.

Teddy struggled with:

• Selective listening
• Pulling on the leash
• Jumping
• Barking
• Limited command foundation
• Inconsistent obedience

The Training Approach

Teddy’s training focused on building basic obedience and improving everyday manners.

What training focused on:

• Strengthening sit
• Teaching come and place
• Improving leash manners
• Reducing jumping
• Managing barking
• Building better focus and follow-through

The Results

After one week, Teddy had a stronger foundation for better behavior.

What improved:

• Listening became more reliable
• Leash manners improved
• Basic commands became clearer
• Jumping became easier to manage
• Overall obedience improved

Trainer Insight

Teddy needed structure, consistency, and formal obedience. Once training focused on leash manners, command response, and everyday behavior, he had a better path toward becoming a more reliable companion.

Ready for Better Listening and Leash Manners?

If your dog pulls, jumps, barks, or only listens when they want to, professional training can help build clearer habits and stronger communication.

Schedule your consultation today to help your dog develop better obedience, calmer habits, and stronger communication at home and in public.