Dog Training in Williamsburg, VA
Practical Obedience Training for Williamsburg Dogs and Owners
If your dog pulls on the leash through Colonial Williamsburg, barks at every passing tourist, or won’t come when called at the park, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to struggle with it. Off Leash K9 Training of Hampton Roads offers professional dog training for Williamsburg residents, with programs designed to build practical obedience around distractions, other dogs, and people. According to the company, 98% of dogs can achieve a high level of obedience regardless of breed, size, or age.
Why Poquoson Trusts Off Leash K9 Training of Hampton Roads
Highly rated national brand:
According to the company, Off Leash K9 Training is part of the highest-rated dog training business in the United States, with over 130 locations nationwide.
Training for most dogs:
The company states that 98% of dogs can achieve a high level of obedience regardless of breed, size, shape, or age. .
Rapidly growing company:
Off Leash K9 Training describes itself as the fastest-growing dog training company in the world.
First-lesson satisfaction policy:
The company’s FAQ states that if you are not completely amazed and 100% satisfied during the first lesson, that lesson is free.
Our Dog Training Services
Poquoson dog owners come to us with different goals, including better recall, calmer walks, polite greetings, door manners, puppy foundations, therapy dog preparation, tracking skills, and better control around other dogs. Available programs vary in format, lesson count, equipment, and training goals. Visit the pricing page for current package information.
Basic Obedience Training
The In-Home Basic Obedience program includes 4 private lessons conducted at your home. Commands covered include Come, Sit, Extended Sit, Down, Extended Down, Place, Extended Place, Out, Loose Leash Walking, and Off. An e-collar and training leash are included, and owners participate directly in the lessons.
2 Week Board & Train
The 2 Week Board & Train provides two weeks of immersive training while your dog boards with a professional trainer. The program covers Sit and Down with extended versions, loose-leash and off-leash walking, recall around distractions, greeting manners, door manners, meal manners, Place, Heel, and full off-leash recall.
The program includes an e-collar, training leash, a 2-hour one-on-one owner session after completion, and lifetime refreshers. Major behavioral issues such as dog or people aggression cannot be guaranteed to be completely fixed through this program.
Basic + Advanced Training
Basic + Advanced In-Home Training includes 8 private lessons. The first 4 lessons cover the Basic Obedience curriculum, while the final 4 introduce advanced skills such as extended-distance obedience, Heel, Watch, Through, Front, Stand, and more. An e-collar and training leash are included.
Aggressive Dog Training
Aggressive Dog Training is an 8-lesson in-home program designed for dogs with aggression or reactivity around other dogs. The program includes Basic Obedience plus additional lessons working around other dogs in controlled scenarios. Its goal is to provide owners with better handling, control, and management tools. Complete fixes for major aggression issues cannot be guaranteed.
Therapy Dog Preparation
Therapy Dog Preparation is an 8-lesson in-home course designed to prepare you and your dog for therapy dog testing and certification. Upon successful completion, the company states that it can evaluate and certify qualifying teams through Therapy Pets Unlimited, with certification and an ID awarded.
Additional Programs
- Tracking Board & Train: A 2-week specialized program covering beginning tracking through the basics of urban tracking. Training includes wooded tracks, street crossings, and introductory urban environments. Areas of interest include lost pet recovery, game recovery, and human tracking.
- Basic Marker Mastery: A 4-week reward-based program consisting of four 1-hour sessions. The program introduces Come, Sit, Place, and loose-leash walking with the OLK9 slip lead. A 15-foot leash, clicker, and slip lead are included.
- Puppy Training Consultation: Provides guidance on foundational obedience, house training, daily routines, and common puppy-training questions. Puppies younger than 5 months can begin foundational training with clicker and treat-based methods.
Why Poquoson Chooses Off Leash K9 Training for Dog Training
- Practical obedience around distractions: Programs focus on helping dogs respond more reliably in home and public environments, with the commands and training format determined by the selected package.
- Program-specific lifetime refreshers: Lifetime refreshers are listed with the 2 Week Board & Train and Tracking Board & Train programs.
- Local team and in-home convenience: The Hampton Roads team is led by owner Josh Wilson, supported by a team of certified trainers. In-home programs allow owners to participate directly in private lessons.
- Free phone consultations: Prospective clients can request a free phone consultation to discuss their dog's behavior, training history, and goals before selecting a program.
How Our Dog Training Process Works
Step 1: Free Phone Consultation
Call (757) 296-8366 to discuss your dog’s behavior, training history, lifestyle, goals, and suitable program options.
Step 2: Select and Schedule Your Program
Select in-home lessons or Board & Train. Pay in full before scheduling; training methods and equipment vary by program.
Step 3: Owner Education and Ongoing Support
The 2-Week Board & Train includes a two-hour owner session, while qualifying programs provide lifetime refresher training.
Dog Training Service Areas Near Poquoson, VA
Frequently Asked Questions
What age can dogs start e-collar training?
The company’s FAQ says e-collar training generally begins at 5 months old, while younger puppies can start with clicker-and-treat training.
Do you offer a guarantee?
The company’s FAQ states that if you are not completely amazed and 100% satisfied during the first lesson, that lesson is free.
What does e-collar training involve?
According to the company, an e-collar is a remote-controlled stimulation device used to gain a dog’s attention and communicate during training.
Will my dog always need to wear the e-collar?
The company says dogs generally do not need the e-collar indoors but recommends using it during outdoor off-leash activities. Source: official FAQ
Ready to build better communication and more reliable obedience with your dog? Whether you need help with foundational obedience, puppy training, reactivity around other dogs, or therapy dog preparation, Off Leash K9 Training of Hampton Roads offers options for different training goals. Private lessons are available through dog obedience training for clients in Poquoson and throughout the Hampton Roads region.
- Phone: (757) 296-8366
- Email: [email protected]
Serving: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Newport News, Suffolk, Hampton Roads, Williamsburg, Yorktown, and surrounding areas
Call today for a free phone consultation and start your dog’s training journey toward becoming a well behaved, balanced member of your family! To learn more about positive dog socialization and interactions, check out these top 10 tips for dogs interaction and socialization.
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Nick White is the Owner and Founder of Off Leash K9 Training. Nick is a former US Marine and former US Secret Service. He currently has over 130+ dog training locations throughout the United States.
Nick is globally recognized as being one of the top dog trainers in the world. He has 2 official world records in off leash obedience, named on Wikipedia as one of the top 20 dog trainers in the world, recently named top 10 trainer in the world by bestdogtrainers.org, has been featured in many magazines and shows, and he is regularly requested by the top celebrities and athletes! He has been called upon by people such as actor Ryan Reynolds, WWE’s John Cena, MLB All Star Max Scherzer, UFC World Champion Jon “Bones” Jones, and many more!
You can visit our YouTube Channel and watch over 1500+ before/after videos of Nick and his team’s work! Off Leash K9 Training has more documented videos than any dog training business in the entire world!