At A Glance
Finnegan is a 9-month-old German Shepherd who came to Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond for a 1 Week “Freedom” Board & Train plus an added heel lesson. His training focused on recall, core commands, jumping, mouthing, and calmer puppy behavior.
Dog: Finnegan
Breed: German Shepherd
Age: 9 months
Program: 1 Week “Freedom” Board & Train plus an added heel lesson
Main Issues: Inconsistent recall, jumping, mouthing, puppy energy, and whining
Outcome: Better recall, improved puppy manners, stronger obedience, and added heel skills
The Challenge
Finnegan was a sweet and smart puppy, but he had reached a stage where his recall was becoming less reliable. He knew some commands, but he needed stronger consistency and better manners.
Before training, Finnegan struggled with:
- Recall becoming inconsistent
- Jumping
- Mouthing
- Whining when away from his owner
- Puppy energy and excitement
- Needing better heel skills
The Training Approach
Finnegan’s training focused on core obedience, recall, place, and an added heel lesson.
What training focused on:
- Strengthening recall
- Improving sit
- Building place
- Adding heel work
- Reducing jumping and mouthing
- Helping calm puppy energy
The Results
After training, Finnegan had a stronger foundation for better behavior and more consistent obedience.
What improved:
- Recall became more consistent
- Sit and place improved
- Heel skills were introduced
- Jumping and mouthing became easier to manage
- Puppy energy became more controlled
Trainer Insight
Finnegan is a smart, sweet puppy who needed structure and consistency during his adolescent phase. Once training focused on recall, manners, and heel work, he had a stronger path toward becoming a calmer and more reliable young dog.
Ready for Better Recall and Puppy Manners?
If your puppy is starting to ignore recall, jump, mouth, or lose focus, professional training can help build clearer habits and better communication.
Schedule a consultation today to discuss your puppy’s behavior, training goals, and the best next step for building stronger obedience.