At A Glance
Remy is a 6.5-month-old Portuguese Water Dog who enrolled in Off Leash K9 Training of Toledo’s 2-Week Board and Train Program to work on high puppy energy, confidence, and everyday manners. While sweet and social, Remy needed more structure, confidence-building, and clear guidance that fit her breed and age.
Dog: Remy
Breed: Portuguese Water Dog
Age: 6.5 months
Program: 2-Week Board and Train
Main Focus: Confidence, puppy manners, impulse control, socialization
Outcome: Calmer behavior, increased confidence, improved obedience
The Challenge
Remy came in as a typical high-energy puppy, which is very common for her breed. While friendly and affectionate, her energy and nervousness made daily situations harder than necessary.
Before training, Remy showed:
- High puppy energy and impulsive behavior
- Counter surfing in the home
- Pulling toward moving cars due to prey drive
- Mild anxiety in new environments
- Nervousness when separated from her owner
- A need for confidence and positive social experiences
Her owners wanted a well-rounded dog who could handle everyday life calmly and confidently.
The Training Approach
Remy was enrolled in a 2-Week Board and Train, focusing on confidence-building, structure, and positive exposure rather than just commands.
Training focused on
- Teaching calm behavior despite high energy
- Improving impulse control and leash manners
- Reducing counter surfing and unwanted behaviors
- Building confidence in new environments
- Creating positive social experiences
- Helping Remy relax and settle when separated from her owner
The goal was to help Remy feel secure, confident, and focused, not overwhelmed.
The Results
As training progressed, Remy showed noticeable improvement both emotionally and behaviorally.
What improved
- Increased confidence in new environments
- Reduced anxiety and nervous behaviors
- Better impulse control
- Improved manners around distractions
- A calmer, more focused mindset
Remy remained playful and affectionate, but now with the structure and confidence needed to thrive.
Trainer Insight
Young dogs with high energy and mild anxiety often just need clarity and positive guidance. By pairing structure with confidence-building, Remy learned how to relax and make better choices.
Ready to Help Your Puppy Grow Into a Confident, Well-Rounded Dog?
Early training can shape your puppy’s behavior for life, especially for energetic or sensitive pups. If your puppy is struggling with confidence, focus, or everyday manners, a structured training program can build calm leash skills and reliable obedience you can trust.
Call Off Leash K9 Training Toledo today to schedule a free evaluation.