Yes! We are so confident in this system, that if you are not completely amazed and 100% satisfied in the first lesson, the lesson is free! No questions asked!

Most dogs are! However, if your dog has severe anxiety or aggression, the Community K9 Board and Train Program will be a better fit. If you sign up for the Urban Board and Train, the trainer can and will easily convert your program from Urban to Community at no additional charge.

Your dog will benefit tremendously! Most behavior problems (biting, chewing, jumping, etc) are based off of a lack of exercise, discipline, and out of boredom! With this training, your dog is receiving top-quality obedience training, which in turn, allows you to give your dog freedom to run around OFF-LEASH and play! So by doing this training your dog is not bored because it is learning and being stimulated, it is running freely off-leash so it is getting exercise, and it is getting obedience/discipline! Not only does all of this greatly benefit your dog, but it also benefits you and your family!

Remember, if you do not employ your dog and give it a job to do (training), it will become self-employed. A self-employed dog will cost YOU money!

An “e-collar” is basically a collar with a stimulation mechanism. It is similar to receiving E-Stim therapy at your local chiropractor. The collar is controlled by a remote that the handler holds. The remote allows you to maintain full control of your dog for up to 400 yards! Therefore, it gives your dog a lot of freedom and it saves you from worrying about your dog running off! It is not used as a punishment or a “shock” as many people assume, it is simply used as a training device for communicating with your dog. It produces a subtle electrical pulse between two contact points located on the collar. Similar to a “tickle.” In the old days this type of collar was used as “shock collar” and many inexperienced dog owners tried to use this device to scare their dog into submission. In the proven training method we teach, your dog is never “shocked into submission” or abused. Unlike a shocking device, the e-collar is used to get the dog’s attention and keep it focused on listening to the handler. It is the equivalents of someone tapping your shoulder to get your attention, or setting your phone on vibrate so it will get your attention when someone is calling you. We teach the dog to listen to those “taps” and that the “taps” mean, “I am trying to get your attention.”

There is a reason that the top law enforcement agencies, military, and top federal agencies: patrol, detection, and search and rescue dogs are trained using e-collars!

No. During our first meeting we will put the e-collar on your arm and you will feel how mild the stimulation is. We will also stimulate ourselves with the e-collar to show you that it will not hurt your dog. One common misconception is the e-collar will burn their skin. This is false. Other people think that it is like being shocked with a taser, this is also false. We are dog trainers because we LOVE dogs and we would never do anything to harm them in any way! Furthermore, we would never do anything to a dog, that we will not do ourselves.

No. Your dog will not always have to wear the e-collar. In fact, inside your home, your dog will quickly be listening to your every command without the e-collar on. However, We always recommend putting the e-collar on your dog before you take it outside off-leash. This is due to the fact that you never know what may get your dog’s attention, so, you still want to be able to maintain complete control of your dog. It’s like an invisible leash. We often compare your pet wearing the collar outside to a child wearing a seat belt. Parents drill into their children the importance of wearing a seat belt each and every time they get into a car. That one time the child doesn’t wear the seat belt could be that one time they are in a car accident and a seat belt would have prevented injury. It only takes one time for you dog to see something that really catches their attention and without the collar, you have no way to stop him/her.

No! Almost everyone is VERY surprised that they receive quite the OPPOSITE reaction from their dog. When you turn an e-collar on, it beeps. In a very short time, your dog will recognize this “beep” as their collar being turned on. Almost every dog upon hearing this beep, will coming running and sit down in front of you and wait for you to put it on them. Why? Because the dog knows the e-collar means that they are going outside (to run, play ball, be free, etc) AND they know they are going to do training! A bored dog is a destructive dog; a trained/exercised dog is a HAPPY dog. They look forward to their training sessions because it stimulates them and gives them something to do. Imagine being at work on a slow day, the day drags and you feel sluggish. When you are busy, it goes by fast and you are energized! Now imagine a dog with no friends, no Facebook, no television, and no internet. Their only REAL stimulation is the training you give them and their time outside to run, play, and bond with you!

Contact your local OLK9 Certified Trainer for the location of their training.

Generally, we do not like to train dogs inside the house! Why? It is easy for dogs to listen when they are in their own home. It is a familiar environment. If your pet trains in an unfamiliar environment, with countless distractions, they will listen to your commands anywhere.

The great thing about this training is that you don’t have to set a specific amount of time aside per day in order to train your dog! We will teach you how to incorporate this training into your daily routine.

Basic Obedience is generally done in FOUR lessons.

• Lesson 1: “Come” and “Sit.” Off-Leash
• Lesson 2: “Extended Sit” and “Down.” Extended sit meaning your dog will sit until you release it
• Lesson 3: “Place” and “Extended Down.” Place meaning your dog will sit on a specific object you point to (chair, bench, etc)
• Lesson 4: “Loose Leash Walking.” Meaning, your dog will walk right beside of you while on a leash.

If you are interested in advanced obedience after you and your dog has completed the basic obedience, it is also available!

Generally, we do not start e-collar training on a dog until it is at least 5 months old.

Not a problem! We can still train your pup using the clicker/treat method! This will give your new pup a good foundation for basic obedience! Additionally, We can teach you how to house train your puppy. He/ she will learn how to let you know they need to go. So they don’t continue having accidents in the house.

A clicker is a small device that makes a distinct “click” noise. This is used to instantly mark the desired behavior. Then, it is immediately followed with a treat! This enables the dog to learn the commands much faster because you are instantly “marking” the correct behavior. In return, the dog knows it has not done what you are asking it to do until it hears the distinct “click.”

That is fine! E-Collar training works on a dog of ANY SIZE, ANY SHAPE, and ANY AGE (above 5 months).

There is not one “hardest” breed across the board. What matters more is the dog’s drive, habits, and consistency at home. We work with dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes, and we’ll recommend the right program during a free phone consultation. 

On the Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond Plans and Pricing page, Basic Obedience (4 private lessons) is listed at $650. If you want the same training done at your home, In Home Basic Obedience is listed at $1,300.  

 Usually it looks like pulling on leash, jumping, ignoring commands, or not being able to settle when life gets busy. The good news is those are the exact issues the foundation work is built for, because the Basic Obedience curriculum includes core commands like come, sit, down, place, loose leash heel, and “off.”

The fastest way to change behavior is clarity and consistency. Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond’s approach is to teach the dog what to do, then practice it so it holds up outside the living room, which is why the programs focus on repeatable obedience and real world follow through. 

If you want a reward-based option without an e-Collar, Basic Marker Mastery is specifically positioned as positive reinforcement training without an e-Collar. 

Quick fixes usually do not last. What works fastest long term is immediately redirecting to a command your dog knows, then rewarding the correct choice and being consistent every time. If you want help choosing the right approach, you can start with a free phone consultation. 

 A common guideline is short sessions, done often, instead of long workouts. Puppies learn best in quick bursts with breaks, then you build duration and focus over time. If you want a clear starting point, Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond offers a Puppy Training Consultation option. 

 It depends on age, breed, and fitness. Many puppies do better with shorter walks plus training games, structured potty breaks, and calm social exposure so they do not get overstimulated. Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond’s puppy training includes guidance that covers house training and early obedience foundations, so you can get a plan that fits your puppy’s age and energy level.

 If your dog is pacing, getting into trouble, chewing, barking from boredom, or cannot settle, that often means they need more structured outlets. Training helps too because it adds mental work, not just physical activity, and Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond’s programs are built around giving the dog a job and clear expectations.

 There is no perfect one size answer. If your schedule is packed, the better question is which training option fits your life, and Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond offers private lessons, in home lessons, virtual lessons, and board and train options depending on how hands on you want to be day to day.

 Breed stereotypes are not reliable. Temperament varies a lot dog to dog, and calm behavior is often something you build through structure, boundaries, and consistent obedience practice. A free consult is the easiest way to talk through your goals and pick a training plan that helps your dog settle and listen.

 Most dogs can learn to handle alone time with the right routine and gradual practice. Breed is less important than training, structure, and setting up the environment so the dog is successful. If separation habits are part of the issue, you can describe what is happening during a consult and we can point you to a practical starting plan.

 It can be, as long as it is working for your household and your dog has manners and boundaries. If bed sleeping creates pushy behavior, anxiety, or guarding, it is worth addressing with structured obedience and clear rules. If you are not sure what boundaries to set, that is something you can talk through during a consult.

Most dogs get frustrated by unclear rules, mixed signals, and being asked to do things they do not understand. That is why consistent commands and repeatable routines make a big difference. Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond’s training philosophy is centered on clear communication so owners understand why their dogs do what they do and how to guide them. 

 There is no official “laziest” breed. Energy level varies by age, health, and personality, and even low-energy dogs still need structure. If you want calmer behavior at home, obedience training and a solid place command can be a game-changer because it teaches your dog how to settle on cue.

 Long-term stress can affect a dog’s overall well-being. If your dog seems anxious or reactive, adding structure and predictability can help, and it is smart to loop in your veterinarian for health concerns. Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond also offers programs designed around anxiety, reactivity, and aggression, with notes on the pricing page about managing major behavioral issues.

 Loyalty is more about the bond you build than a single breed. Training strengthens communication and trust, which is a big part of that relationship, and Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond’s is designed to build that owner dog connection through clear handling.

 Kid-friendly depends on temperament, training, and supervision, not just breed. If you have a family home and want reliable manners, starting with basic obedience foundations is often a great fit because it targets the everyday issues that cause chaos at home.

 Prices vary by breeder, rarity, and demand, and it changes over time. Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond focuses on training outcomes and works with dogs of all breeds and sizes, so you can pick a program based on goals, not the label on the dog.

 There is no single “most aggressive” breed. Aggression is often tied to environment, fear, poor socialization, or learned habits, and Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond has a specific aggression and reactivity-focused option listed under Basic and Advanced (Aggression and Anxiety). 

 If you are looking at the dedicated Aggressive Dog Training package on the site, it is listed at $975.