What ages and breeds do you accept for board and train?

Albany Off Leash K9 Training works with dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes, from puppies learning their first commands to adult dogs needing behavior modification. Trainers evaluate each dog individually and recommend the most appropriate program based on the dog’s characteristics, history, and training goals.

What training methods do you use during board and train?

The board and train program uses a balanced training approach that may include treat training, clicker training, and e-collar methods as appropriate for each dog. The goal is to create lasting behavior change and clear communication between the owner and dog.

How do you keep me updated during my dog’s board and train?

Board-and-train clients receive daily updates, including photos, videos, and messages, so owners can follow their dog’s progress throughout the program.

What happens after my dog completes the board and train program?

After board and train, owners receive a handoff session to review what their dog learned and how to maintain progress at home. The 3-Week Behavioral Modification program includes a 2 to 3 hour one-on-one session at pick-up, and both the Two Week Board & Train and 3-Week Behavioral Modification programs include lifetime guarantee language for commands taught.

Recall and Obedience Training for Albany and the Capital Region

Off-Leash Dog Training in Albany, NY

Albany Off-Leash K9 Training offers private obedience lessons and board-and-train programs for owners who want better communication, stronger recall, and improved responses around distractions.

If your dog ignores you when called, pulls toward other dogs, or struggles to stay in place, training starts with clear commands and consistent practice. Our programs give Albany owners different ways to work on those skills, from weekly lessons together to a stay with a professional trainer.

Off-leash goals depend on your dog’s starting point and the program selected. The One Week Board & Train emphasizes off-leash recall, while the Two Week Board & Train covers seven basic commands off-leash and around distractions.

Why Choose Off-Leash Training for Your Dog?

Board and train represents the preferred choice for owners who want their dog to learn quickly and behave reliably in real-world situations. Here’s why this program delivers success:

Our Off-Leash Training and Obedience Programs

Basic Obedience Lessons

Basic Obedience includes four private, one-hour lessons held weekly. Sessions take place in public settings, such as a local park or a pre-approved establishment within the trainer’s area.

The curriculum covers Come, Sit, Down, Place, Heel, Break, and Off. A Mini Educator E-Collar is included. This program provides foundational obedience work; discuss your off-leash goals with the team before choosing a package.

Advanced Obedience Lessons

Advanced Obedience includes eight private, one-hour lessons held weekly in public settings. Dogs work on the seven foundational commands and four advanced commands.

Advanced options include skills such as come-to-heel, touch, through, leave it, or drop it. A Mini Educator E-Collar is included, and owners continue practicing between lessons.

One Week Board & Train

The One Week Board & Train focuses on five commands: Come, Sit, Place, Off, and Break. Off-leash recall around moderate distractions is a specific focus.

Your dog stays with a trainer for one week, and you receive daily photos and videos. This option can provide an obedience starting point or help refresh previously learned skills.

Two Week Board & Train

The Two Week Board & Train covers all seven basic commands off-leash, outdoors, and around distractions. Training also addresses manners such as jumping, leash pulling, chewing, and excessive barking.

Owners receive daily messages, photos, and videos. The program includes owner instruction at completion and lifetime refresher support for the training covered.

Puppy Foundations Before Off-Leash Goals

Clicker Training is available for puppies aged eight weeks to five months. It includes four weekly private lessons lasting 30–45 minutes, six foundational commands, and a trainer-provided clicker.

For a young puppy, this is a way to begin communication and obedience foundations. It should not be presented as a promise of finished off-leash reliability.

Our Off-Leash Training Focus Areas

Come: Responding to a recall command.
Sit and Extended Sit: Sitting and remaining in position.
Down and Extended Down: Lying down and holding that position.
Place and Extended Place: Going to a designated place and staying there.
Heel: Developing walking manners.
Break: Recognizing a release command.
Off: Addressing unwanted behaviors.
Distraction practice: Applying trained commands in the environments covered by the program.
Owner communication: Practicing clear cues and consistent follow-through.

Our Off-Leash Dog Training Process

Client Success Stories

    
 
 
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   Lataya Lewis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our trainer was amazing! When we dropped our dog off, we felt like she was in good hands. She kept us updated with multiple videos a day. It was a joy to see her progress and happiness while she was away from us.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. had a great experience with my trainer Kesli and Harley the coordinator! Kesli was extremely communicative and understanding and helped train an old girl out of her bad habits! even after the experience she is great with responding when i have questions at home to help continue zoeys training! genuinely could not recommend them enough!
  
 
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   Paul Shepardson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great program. I am starting with my second dog in the program. With my girl La Stella (golden) I was told by nearly everyone I met ‘that is the best trained and happiest dog I have ever seen’. With the positive training and confidence she (and I) received, so many opportunities for adventure came our way. After one lesson with new puppy already have seen development. Crystal her instructor  is super knowledgable and great!!!!
  
 
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   Amanda Dunham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Crystal was amazing!
  
 
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   Kelli Lam 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luci and I had such an amazing experience right from the start. Harley was super helpful getting us through the process of setting up the program, and very knowledgeable. Our trainer, Crystal was absolutely phenomenal! She loved Luci as if she was her own and taught us both so much. I will recommend this to everyone!
  
 
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   Meghan H. 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our experience with Off Leash has been the best I could’ve ever asked for. Our German Sheperd mix needed some obedience training, not only for his own sake but to teach us how to best help him with his anxious tendencies, and he has excelled over the last few years with his training. We got our training at Boyce Acres in Nassau, and Alex is one of the best out there. Rex is a whole new dog with so much confidence and many new skills that make it much easier to do simple things like go for a walk or spend time around new people. They really are amazing!
  
 
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   Ashley Gaglioti 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had our dog, Siena, stay for the 1 week board + train and we couldn’t recommend it more!! Alex worked with Siena and she was amazing! Every single day that Siena was there we received photos and videos of her progress, which was my favorite part. Alex was very knowledgable and was such a great trainer for Siena, we could tell Siena felt so comfortable with her! Alex worked on everything we requested and we see a HUGE difference already. Definitely a great training program and will recommend to everyone!
  
 
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   Mike Mosher 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We adopted our pit mix Peanut from a lovely rescue organization (Out of the Pits). She did great with potty training and basic obedience, but had a very hard time settling down especially as she got older and had more energy. In her newly discovered free time, she found lots of ways to make her parents crazy and a bit sleep deprived (see photos for evidence of her early work).

So when she was about six months old, we reached out to Albany Off-Leash who connected us with the marvelous Crystal. She took Peanut into her home for two weeks and our pup came back a new girl. She still has all of her sass and personality but will happily lay in place while we do chores and her recall is near perfect. Additionally, her ability to walk on a leash is leaps and bounds ahead of when she left. Almost as important, her parents sleep/sanity. has returned!

Crystal sent daily video updates of Peanut’s progress and did an amazing job mixing obedience with socialization and new stimulus. This was so comforting to us as we were nervous about trusting someone new with our girl but Crystal made us feel so secure that Peanut was having the time of her life (basically doggy summer camp)

At the end of the training Crystal provided a very thorough hand-off session to show us how to keep up the lessons Peanut learned and she has continued to thrive at home! We can’t recommend Crystal highly enough for both obedience and behavioral work. Thank you so much for giving Peanut the skills to be a happy, safe dog for years to come!
  
 
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   Georgia Munn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We truly can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience with Crystal at Off Leash K9 Training. The two weeks Stitch spent training with her have genuinely changed our lives.

He went in as an unruly pup and came home confident, calm, and beyond obedient—the transformation has been incredible to watch. What made the experience even more meaningful was how much Crystal invested in us as owners. She took the time to walk us through everything Stitch learned, showed us how to properly execute it at home, and made sure we felt comfortable and confident moving forward.

Her support didn’t stop there—she’s been so responsive and helpful with follow-up questions, which has made all the difference in keeping Stitch on track.

Because of Crystal’s dedication and expertise, Stitch is now so much closer to becoming a service dog 🐾 We are incredibly grateful and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for life-changing results for their dog.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which program includes off-leash dog training?

The One Week Board & Train specifically focuses on off-leash recall around moderate distractions. The Two Week Board & Train covers seven basic commands off-leash, outdoors, and around distractions. Private obedience lessons are also available; discuss your goals to determine the appropriate option.

Do you offer in-home private lessons?

No. Private obedience lessons take place in public settings, such as local parks or pre-approved establishments within the trainer’s area. Owners practice at home between sessions.

What age can my dog start?

Basic and Advanced Obedience and the one- and two-week board-and-train programs are described for dogs aged five months or older. Puppies aged eight weeks to five months can begin with Clicker Training.

Is an e-collar included?

Yes. Basic and Advanced Obedience and the one- and two-week board-and-train programs include a Mini Educator E-Collar. The puppy Clicker Training program includes a clicker.

What vaccinations are required?

Basic and Advanced Obedience list rabies vaccination. The one- and two-week board-and-train programs list Rabies, Bordetella, Leptospirosis, Parvo, and Distemper. Confirm the requirements for your chosen program before enrollment.

Does off-leash training address aggression?

Aggression or reactivity should be discussed separately during the consultation. Aggression-Focused Lessons and the Three-Week Behavioral Modification Board & Train are available for behavior concerns. Off-leash obedience should not be treated as a guarantee that a dog can safely interact with unfamiliar people or dogs.

Contact Albany Off Leash K9 Training Today

Your dog deserves professional training that delivers real, lasting results. Our board and train programs help dogs throughout Albany and the Capital Region become well-behaved, confident companions.

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About Off Leash K9 Training

Dog Trainers Who Are Recognized Around The World!

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!

Recall and Obedience Training for Albany and the Capital Region

Off-Leash Dog Training in Albany, NY

Why Choose Off-Leash Training for Your Dog?

Build a More Consistent Recall

Develop Staying Skills

Improve Walking Manners

Learn Alongside Your Dog

Choose a Training Format That Fits

Keep Expectations Practical