How Two High-Energy Puppies Made Big Progress in Two Weeks With Off Leash K9 Training
At A Glance
Amber and her husband brought their two puppies to Off Leash K9 Training because they wanted a strong foundation fast and a plan they could keep up at home.
- Dog Name: Two puppies
- Location: Hampton Roads, VA
- Main Issue: Rambunctious puppy behavior, early disobedience, and owners wanting more control
- Program: 2-Week Board & Train
- Trainer: Amanda
- Outcome: Noticeable progress in two weeks, daily updates throughout, and owners trained on e-collar use so results continue at home
The Challenge
Raising one puppy is a lot. Raising two at the same time can feel like constant motion.
Amber and her husband described their puppies as rambunctious, and they wanted help early—before the chaos became the normal routine. They weren’t just looking for “some training.” They wanted their pups to start learning commands, build structure, and develop habits that would set them up for success as they grew.
When puppies are still learning boundaries, the biggest problem usually isn’t one specific behavior. It’s the overall feeling of being behind the behavior instead of guiding it. Amber wanted to feel more in control and have a clear plan that made day-to-day life easier.
The Diagnosis & Solution
With puppies, the goal isn’t perfection. The goal is a foundation:
- clear communication
- consistent expectations
- and owners who know how to keep the training working at home
Amber’s experience highlights the exact things that make Board & Train work when it’s done well:
Daily structure and command foundations
Amanda helped both puppies get started learning commands and building the habits that lead to long-term success. This matters because once the foundation is clean, everything else becomes easier to teach.
Daily report cards and photos (trust + momentum)
Amber shared that they received photos and report card updates every day. That does two important things:
- it shows owners the progress as it’s happening
- and it gives them confidence that the program is consistent
Easy communication (owners felt supported)
Amanda was described as super easy to reach, whether Amber had questions or just wanted to check in. That kind of access is a big deal, especially when you’re trusting someone with your dog.
Safety and health were taken seriously
Amber mentioned that Amanda kept the puppies safe and healthy the entire time, including extra attention for one puppy with tummy issues. That’s the kind of detail that reassures future customers reading the story.
Owner handoff: teaching the owners too
A strong program doesn’t end at pickup. Amber specifically said Amanda taught her and her husband:
- how to use the e-collars
- and how to effectively teach and reinforce at home
This is how results stick after Board & Train.
The Results
After two weeks, Amber and her husband saw clear progress—and just as important, the puppies looked like they had a great time while learning.
Amber described it as the puppies progressing “so much in two weeks.” That’s exactly what most owners want from Board & Train: a noticeable difference that gives you momentum and a clear direction moving forward.
Here’s what improved in a way owners actually feel at home:
- better listening and responsiveness
- a stronger start on commands and structure
- owners who understood how to use the e-collars and keep reinforcing at home
- more confidence that the puppies were set up for success, not starting over again
Amber also pointed out extra value that matters to a lot of families:
- lifetime refreshers
discount options (military and multi-pet enrollment)