Advanced Obedience Training (Off-Leash Training)

Take your dog's skills to the next level with off-leash training at Whole Dog University, LLC! Building upon the foundation established in our Basic On-Leash Obedience program, our advanced training incorporates low-level Remote Training Collar (RTC or e-collar) work to give you unmatched control and confidence, even in open spaces.

Choose the off-leash training program that fits your needs:

• Full off-leash Training Program (All Basic Obedience Skills taken off-leash)
• Off-Leash Recall Only
• Off-Leash Recall + Off-Leash Place / Stay

Seamlessly integrate off-leash recall with a RTC into the Comprehensive Basic Obedience Weekly Private Lesson Program or choose the 15-day Residential Day-Training obedience program.

What You’ll Learn

Our Off-Leash Recall Training focuses on:

• Humane E-Collar Training:Learn proper collar placement, the functions of the remote, and how to identify your dog's working level.
• Sound Box Amplifier Training: Your dog is trained at our facility during the day and returns home each night. Owners receive at least four follow-up lessons to reinforce the training.
• Dog Conditioning: Safely and positively acclimate your dog to the RTC.
• Positive Reinforcement Techniques: Build your dog's confidence and willingness to respond.
• Progressive Recall Training:
  • Start indoors and practice techniques in a controlled environment.
  • Move to fenced outdoor spaces, using a long line for increased distance recall.
  • Progress to off-leash recall in open spaces with consistent practice.

Unique Requirement: During the first lesson, owners are required to experience the e-collar stimulation at various settings to better understand its use and effects before applying it to their dog.