Julie's K9 Academy - Dog Training

Julie's K9 Academy - Dog Training Dog training that WORKS! Board and Train Programs, video consults (for both owners and trainers), and more.

04/23/2025

We are working on more heeling around distractions with Willow, trying to get her to stay in the perfect spot next to and slightly behind my leg. This is repetitive but necessary practice for her, as she used to struggle with pulling, lagging, and moving too far to the left on walks. Now the walks are nice and effortless, but she is still testing the stay command, especially off-property with distractions. We discuss why she may be reluctant to stay or down - it's not that she doesn't know the commands, but that she wants to maintain her freedom of choice. The key is to gradually open up her world and freedom as she develops the necessary skills, rather than giving her complete freedom from the start and then trying to take it away. In this video, we discuss the importance of proactive training and setting high expectations for a dog's behavior, even with a difficult breed. We talk about how the dog's past experiences and lack of proper training from a young age can make the training process more challenging. However, by staying one step ahead of the dog and using a combination of rewards and corrections, we can help the dog learn to respond calmly and appropriately, even when faced with challenging situations. The goal is to prevent major behavioral issues from developing by maintaining high standards and keeping the dog's responses under control.

04/23/2025

We talk about taking our dog Jesse on a city walk and practicing her heel training using an e-collar. We discuss the importance of not letting the dog sniff or lunge, and how the e-collar helps us maintain control and keep her walking nicely on a loose leash, even with distractions like traffic and barking dogs around.

04/23/2025

Obi Wan: session one intro to recall with the tone and this is how we build a relationship with a dog who doesn’t want to be near us at all! We also start threshold work and recall in from the yard!

04/23/2025

We talk about taking our mini bernedoodle, Beth, out for her first walk and the importance of the heel command. We discuss how the heel command works, with the dog's head at the handler's heel, and how consistency with the e-collar helps the dog stay in position. We also talk about creating comfort and pride in the commands, and how the heel command can be useful in situations like drop-off where the dog might be anxious. We demonstrate walking Beth without holding the leash, relying on the e-collar, and how we enforce the heel command even when the dog is motivated to go back home. We talk about the importance of maintaining control and obedience even when the dog thinks the training session is over, such as when approaching the house. We need the dog to listen and follow commands even in these moments when it may not seem to matter, as this is where the real work is done. We also focus on threshold training to prevent the dog from busting in or out of doors.

04/22/2025

We're working on heel training with Willow, a bull terrier who used to run away but is now learning to stay in heel position even with distractions. We're practicing duration heel, down stays, and recall, building her confidence and focus. The goal is to get her heel and stay commands solid so she can eventually be off-leash.

04/22/2025

We talk about the mechanics of commands with Jesse, a golden, ensuring she can do basic tasks like recall, place, stay, and down. We see her progress from initially taking 15 minutes to get on the bed the first session to now quickly responding to the commands. Good job!

04/22/2025

We talk about training our mini bernedoodle Beth on basic commands like recall, place, down, and stay, even with distractions like other dogs present. We work on reinforcing these behaviors and ensuring Beth understands she needs to follow the commands regardless of what the other dogs are doing.

Welcome Kona, an Australian Labradoodle to board and train 🐾
04/22/2025

Welcome Kona, an Australian Labradoodle to board and train 🐾

04/21/2025

We discuss the training progress of a dog named Beth, who has high-drive behaviors like chasing small animals and a tendency to ignore commands. The trainer is working on building a strong foundation of obedience skills like stays, recalls, and heeling to help Beth become more responsive and focused before transitioning her back to her owners. The trainer also notes that Beth uses the 'down-stay' as a coping mechanism when she feels the urge to run away, which is a positive sign of progress. We talk about how the dog alters her behavior when interacting with the speaker, showing submission and following different 'rules' depending on who she is with. The speaker compares this to their own experiences growing up with different family members. They discuss how the dog's behavior indicates she may have seen the previous owner as an equal or even superior, rather than a leader. The speaker demonstrates how the dog's body language, such as putting her head in the leash, signals her willingness to be led. Overall, the discussion focuses on understanding and shaping the dog's behavior through observation and communication.

04/21/2025

We talk about Willow's training, where she is learning to walk in heel position and stay there even when she wants to break away. The trainer, Josh, is working with her to help her understand the benefits of listening and following commands, and how to correct her mistakes. Willow is a smart dog who just needs a little more time and practice to fully grasp the training, but she is making great progress.

04/21/2025

We talk about training our golden retriever, Jessie, on her first off-leash walk. We cover the heel command, where she should position herself next to our left leg, and how we use the e-collar to provide feedback and keep her in the right spot. We also demonstrate her recall, where she comes when called and sits in front of us, as well as her stay command. Additionally, we work on threshold training, where she waits calmly before going through a doorway.

Welcome Obi Wan, a 2 year old border collie to training!!
04/21/2025

Welcome Obi Wan, a 2 year old border collie to training!!

04/18/2025

Work with Beth today in the field: Downstay, recall, heel! Beth came in a panic and not listening, exhibiting entitled behavior. This can lead to a cycle of fear, overreaction, and worsening behavior. The trainer explains the importance of addressing this early on to put the dog on a better trajectory.

04/18/2025

In this video, we discuss the importance of a solid recall and the need to build motivation for the dog to stay next to the handler's left leg. We work on getting the dog to follow the handler's lead and stay in the desired position, using an e-collar to provide feedback when the dog creates a gap. The dog is learning to make the right choices and is starting to understand the benefits of listening to the handler's instructions. We talk about a dog that is starting to show more effort and interest in training, despite previously being disinterested. The dog is described as independent, strong-willed, and sassy, which can lead to behaviors like running away, jumping, barking, and not listening. However, the dog still has a pack drive and wants to be part of the pack, even if on their own terms. As the training progresses, the dog is beginning to appreciate being part of the pack and following the rules.

04/18/2025

We talk about the importance of heeling and down stay training when taking Bear out in public. We demonstrate how to use an e-collar properly to reinforce good behavior, and have the dog practice staying calm and focused while people and carts pass by. The goal is to have a well-socialized dog that can remain calm in any environment. We discuss the importance of maintaining good car manners with our dog, such as enforcing a down-stay during the entire car ride and calmly recalling the dog when it's time to exit the vehicle.

04/18/2025

We talk about taking our dog Lulu on a field trip to Home Depot and practicing off-leash training. We demonstrate her ability to heel, do a down-stay, and recall even with distractions around. We discuss the importance of training her to be passive and calm around people, rather than jumping on or running up to them. Overall, Lulu does an amazing job with her training.

04/17/2025

Rip is at tractor supply today, his last field trip before going home!

04/17/2025

Lulu has just days left and that means store outings because she can listen anywhere now!

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