How Remi Built Better Manners, Leash Control, and Obedience in Richmond, VA

At A Glance

Remi is a 7-month-old Golden Retriever who came to Off Leash K9 Training of Richmond to work on jumping, pulling, play biting, chewing, barking, and better obedience in public.

Dog: Remi
Breed: Golden Retriever
Age: 7 months
Program: Professional Dog Training
Main Issues: Jumping, heavy leash pulling, play biting, chewing, and barking in public
Outcome: Better manners, improved leash control, and stronger obedience

The Challenge

Remi is a friendly, active puppy who loves exploring and being outside, but his excitement was making public outings harder for his family.

Before training, Remi struggled with:

  • Jumping on people
  • Jumping on counters and tables
  • Play biting
  • Chewing items
  • Heavy leash pulling
  • Barking at people in public
  • Inconsistent come and heel commands

The Training Approach

Remi’s training focused on obedience, leash manners, impulse control, and better public behavior.

What training focused on:

  • Reducing jumping
  • Improving leash control
  • Strengthening come, sit, and heel
  • Addressing play biting and chewing
  • Building calmer public behavior
  • Improving focus around people and distractions

The Results

Through training, Remi built a stronger foundation for better behavior at home and in public.

What improved:

  • Leash pulling became more manageable
  • Jumping improved
  • Obedience became more consistent
  • Public behavior became calmer
  • Focus around distractions improved
  • Puppy manners became easier to manage

Trainer Insight

Remi is a playful, energetic Golden Retriever who needed structure and clearer expectations. Once training focused on leash control, manners, and obedience, he had a better path toward becoming a more manageable young dog.

Ready for Better Puppy Manners?

If your dog jumps, pulls, chews, or struggles to listen in public, professional training can help build better habits and clearer communication. 

Schedule a consultation today to discuss your dog’s behavior, training goals, and the best next step for calmer public outings and stronger obedience.