At A Glance
- Dog Name: Two large puppies
- Breed: Not specified
- Location: Albany, NY (Capital Region)
- Main Issue: High energy, not listening, intense leash pulling, stressful public outings
- Program: 2-Week Board and Train with Eric
- Outcome: Better leash manners, stronger response to commands, less stress in public (as reported by the owner)
The Challenge
Gail had two large puppies with a lot of energy, and together, they were hard to manage. They refused to listen and felt like a nightmare to bring anywhere. Walks were especially rough because the pulling was so intense she felt like her arms were getting yanked out of the socket.
Outings turned into frustration and stress. Gail wanted calm, controlled dogs she could confidently handle in public, without needing to shout or fight through every walk. Most importantly, she wanted a plan that would actually stick after the puppies came home.
The Diagnosis & Solution
With high-energy puppies, the goal is not just teaching commands. It is building structure, clear communication, and leash manners that transfer to real life. Albany Off Leash K9 Training’s 2-Week Board and Train focuses on practical obedience and everyday manners, followed by a 2-hour one-on-one owner session to learn handling and maintenance.
Here is the custom plan we built:
- Structure first: A consistent daily routine so the puppies learned how to settle and focus.
- Leash manners and heel work: Training to reduce pulling and improve control on walks.
- Core obedience commands: Building reliable responses to the program’s command set, including Come, Sit, Down, Place, Heel, Break, and Off.
- Distraction proofing: Practicing obedience beyond the training space so outings feel manageable.
- Daily updates: Photos and videos throughout the stay, matching what Gail shared in her review.
- Owner handoff session: A 2-hour one-on-one session so Gail knew exactly how to handle both dogs and keep the results consistent at home.
Learn more about the 2-Week Board and Train in Albany, NY here.
The Results
At the end of the two weeks with Albany Off Leash K9 Training, Gail reported a major improvement in day-to-day control. The puppies came back better mannered, listening more consistently, and responding to commands. Walks were no longer a fight, and outings felt far less stressful because Gail felt confident she could handle them.
The Owner’s Reaction
“I have two large puppies, they were very high energy and together just refused to listen and were a nightmare to bring anywhere…… Thank you so much Eric, he took my puppies and turned them into well mannered puppies that listen to and respond to commands. No more pulling my arms out of socket, no more screaming or yelling and a ton less stress when bringing them out in public. I know I’ll be able to handle them. Best thing I ever did! I especially liked the videos and pictures I looked forward to watching every day that they were not at home. Thank you again Eric.“- Gail
Ready to Transform Your Dog?
If leash pulling and stressful outings are wearing you down, you do not have to keep pushing through it.