Connecticut Off Leash K9 Training

04/27/2025

🐾 Off-Leash Adventures at Enfield Dog Park!

Enfield Dog Park offers separate fenced areas for large and small dogs, complete with benches and water stations. It's a fantastic place for your pup to socialize and play.​

📍 Location: Enfield, CT​

04/25/2025

🐾 How much exercise does your dog really need?

The answer might surprise you! Whether you’ve got a high-energy Husky or a laid-back Bulldog, daily exercise is crucial—not just for their body, but their brain, too.

Check out our quick visual guide to learn:
✅ How much exercise different energy levels need
✅ Why regular movement can help with obedience
✅ What exercise can’t fix on its own
✅ The ideal balance between activity, training, and enrichment

Exercise is important—but it's only part of the puzzle! 🧩

💬 Have questions or want help building a routine? Send us a message or comment below—we’re happy to chat.

📌 And don’t forget to follow us for more dog training advice!

04/24/2025

🧠 The Place Command – More Than Just “Stay Here”

The place command teaches your dog to go to a specific spot and stay there until released. It’s great for impulse control, calming hyperactivity, and managing guest greetings, mealtimes, or even Zoom calls.

And when paired with a cot or raised bed? It becomes a clear visual boundary your dog understands instantly.

🏡 Real-life uses: Place while the doorbell rings. Place during dinner. Place when the kids are running around.

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04/23/2025

🌈 To add a little color to your week... here are some of our amazing Board & Train pups showing off their skills and personalities! 🐶✨

At Off Leash K9 Training Northeast, we're not just about obedience—we're about transformation, confidence, and creating happy dogs who listen anywhere, anytime.

Whether it’s leash manners, off-leash reliability, or working through behavior challenges, our team is here to help every step of the way. 💪🐾

📍Serving clients all across the Northeast—because well-trained dogs make for even better adventures.

04/23/2025

🚫 Impulse Control – Why Your Dog Jumps, Barks, and Bolts

Does your dog leap at guests, lunge on the leash, or lose their mind when the doorbell rings? That’s impulse control (or a lack of it). Dogs don’t naturally come with patience—it’s something we teach.

Commands like place, down, and heel build impulse control by creating boundaries and structure. With repetition and the right guidance, your wild child can become a calm, cool, collected pup.

🧠 Training isn’t about controlling your dog—it’s about teaching them to control themselves.

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04/23/2025

🍕 Enjoy Pizza with Your Pup at Remo's Brick Oven Pizza in Stamford!

Savor delicious brick oven pizza at Remo's, where leashed dogs are welcome at outdoor tables. It's the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal with your furry companion.​

📍 Location: Stamford, CT​

04/22/2025

🐾 What Age Should You Start Training Your Dog?

Puppy or adult—it’s never too early or too late to start training. For puppies, we recommend beginning basic obedience around 8 weeks old. You’re not teaching perfection—you’re creating routines, structure, and communication.

Older dogs? Totally trainable. They may have habits to break, but with consistency, even senior pups can become focused and well-behaved.

🎓 Bottom line: It’s not about age, it’s about commitment and clarity.

💬 When did you start training your dog?

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04/21/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday to Trainer Keaton! 🎉

From helping dogs become their best selves to always bringing positivity and patience to every training session, we’re lucky to have you on the Off Leash K9 Training team! Thank you for everything you do for the pups and their people.

We hope your day is full of tail wags, treats, and all the good vibes you deserve. 🐾

Drop a birthday shoutout below and show Keaton some love! 👇

04/20/2025

🌳 Explore Wadsworth Falls State Park with Your Pup!

Enjoy scenic trails and the beauty of nature at Wadsworth Falls State Park. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you hike to the stunning waterfalls. Please remember to keep your pup on a leash and clean up after them.​

📍 Location: Middletown, CT​

04/18/2025

Cruz rolled up to training like…
🎵 “Started from the crate now we here.” 🎵

Front seat: VIP.
Back seat: Security.
Destination: Off Leash excellence.

Training doesn’t stop when the top drops. Catch us cruisin' through commands and traffic. 😎🐾
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04/18/2025

Why Every Dog Trainer Loves a Place Cot

The place command is one of the most underrated tools out there—and the place cot is the perfect companion for teaching it. Place helps dogs settle, focus, and manage their impulses. It gives them a physical boundary and a mental one.

🌈 Use it when:
- The doorbell rings
- You’re eating dinner
- You’re doing chores

Place = peace. It’s that simple.

🎯 Challenge: Try a 10-minute place command while you fold laundry. Let us know how it goes!

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04/16/2025

🍽️ Dine with Your Dog at Amici Italian Grill in Middletown!

Craving authentic Italian cuisine? Amici Italian Grill welcomes you and your leashed pup to enjoy their outdoor seating. From house-made pastas to fresh seafood, it's a delightful dining experience for both you and your furry friend.​

📍 Location: Middletown, CT​

04/15/2025

📆 Did you know April is National Heartworm Prevention Month? 🐾❤️

Heartworm disease is a serious—and potentially fatal—condition caused by parasitic worms transmitted through mosquito bites. It affects dogs (and even cats!) across the U.S., and the scary part? It often shows no early signs until it becomes advanced.

💉 The good news? It’s 100% preventable.

Monthly preventatives (oral or topical) and annual testing with your vet can literally save your dog’s life. Whether your pup is a couch potato or a park adventurer, prevention is key—especially as the warmer months and mosquitoes roll in.

Here’s what you can do this month: ✔️ Schedule your pup’s annual heartworm test
✔️ Stay up to date on monthly prevention
✔️ Chat with your vet about the best plan for your pet

Your dog gives you unconditional love—protecting their heart is the least we can do. 🐶💕

04/13/2025

🐾 Off-Leash Fun at Bailey's Dog Park in Clinton!

Looking for a spacious area where your pup can run free? Bailey's Dog Park offers a fully fenced environment with separate sections for large and small dogs. Amenities include running water, waste bags, and shaded areas to keep your canine comfortable.​

📍 Location: Clinton, CT​

03/25/2025

💰🐶 Tax Season Sale – 20% OFF Dog Training in Connecticut! 🐶💰

You worked hard this tax season—now it’s time to invest in your dog’s future! From March 25th to April 1st, Off Leash K9 Training is offering a LIMITED-TIME 20% OFF ANY training program in Connecticut, including:

📍 Middletown, Wallingford, Stamford, New Haven, Hartford, Waterbury, Norwalk, Ridgefield & surrounding areas!

🔥 Private Lessons – Personalized training to improve obedience and strengthen your bond!

🔥 Board & Train – Let us handle the training while your pup learns new skills!

🔥 Behavioral Modification – Stop bad habits and build better behavior!

🔥 Therapy Dog Prep – Prepare your dog to provide comfort and support!

💥 This deal ENDS APRIL 1ST! Call 888-547-1864 today and give your dog the training they deserve. Your tax refund won’t last forever, but a well-trained dog will! 🐾💸

02/12/2025