Off Leash K9 Training, Charlottesville

We sent our 7mo Doberman for 2 weeks of training and were so lucky to have Lauren as our trainer. She was the absolute best all around before, during and after training was over. Excellent communication skills and we loved the daily report cards and videos she sent to see the progress made. I’d call her a miracle worker for sure as Atlas was a completely different pup after her training. He has been such a joy to take out and enjoy off leash! We also could tell how much she loved our boy as well and that made the experience even more special. If you have the chance to request a trainer, she’d be the one!!

Before Charlie went to Off Leash K9 Training, walks had become stressful. He pulled so hard on the leash that I was honestly hesitant to take him because he's incredibly strong and my knees just couldn't keep up. He also got so overstimulated that it was difficult to pet him without him getting overly excited, and seeing another dog meant high-pitched barking because he wanted to go play. We knew he was a good dog, but he needed confidence and guidance, and honestly, so did we. From the moment we met Tyla, with Off Leash K9 Training, I knew Charlie was in the right hands. She immediately lit up over how adorable he was, and it was obvious that she genuinely loves dogs. That made me relax right away because she wasn't just doing a job. She truly cared about him. One of my favorite parts of the entire experience was the communication. Every single day we received report cards, videos of Charlie training, and candid photos that showed him having fun and growing more confident. Being away from him for two weeks wasn't easy, but those daily updates made all the difference and gave us so much peace of mind. When Charlie came home, Tyla spent nearly two hours with us making sure we understood everything he had learned. She walked us through each command, worked through some of Charlie's tougher habits with our own leash, answered every question we had, and made sure we felt confident continuing his training at home. She didn't just train our dog. She trained us to be successful with him. Since coming home, Charlie has been happier, more responsive, and seems like a more confident dog. We can actually enjoy petting him now, and when we ask him to "heel," he walks exactly the way Tyla taught him. Like any training, it still takes consistency on our part, but the foundation she gave us has made such a difference. Tyla is patient, funny, knowledgeable, encouraging, and incredibly understanding. I can't recommend her or Off Leash K9 Training enough. They didn't just improve Charlie's behavior. They gave him confidence, and they gave us the confidence to continue building on everything he learned. 10/10. We would absolutely recommend Off Leash K9 Training to anyone looking for a trainer who truly cares about both the dog and the people who love them.

Our one year old GSD went to stay with Lauren for a two week training session. He had never been around another dog or had much life experience when we rescued him. She did so much for him with training and commands as well as building his confidence and introducing him to dogs. She helped him learn appropriate behaviors around dogs and people. He has grown so much from his time with Lauren at Off Leash. We bring him everywhere, he meets so many people and dogs of all sizes and he is always so good at sitting and calmly meeting everyone. It’s remarkable how much he has grown and learned and just continues to build on the structure she gave him. I really can’t thank her enough for helping give me the confidence I needed to continue her work.

UPDATE 7/26 We had 2 dogs go through the board and train with Lauren in the winter and spring of 2026. We still couldn't be happier. We have been able to ask follow up questions with helpful answers and have scheduled multiple in person follow ups with Lauren. Because of Lauren and her expertise we are able to get the advice and training we need to have 2 happy and well behaved dogs. Continue to highly recommend. It has changed our lives for the better. SPRING 2026: I am beyond happy with the dog training we received with Lauren. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive and more than willing to answer all of my questions before we decided to move forward with the two-week board and train program. Lauren came highly recommended to me by two different people, and now I completely understand why—I couldn’t be more thrilled with our results. Throughout the training, we received daily updates along with pictures, which gave us so much peace of mind and kept us involved in the process. When it was time to bring our dog home, Lauren provided thorough instructions on how to maintain the training, and she has continued to be available for questions as we transitioned back to our routine. That ongoing support made a huge difference. Thanks to Lauren, we now have a happy, well-trained dog that we feel confident managing ourselves. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for effective and supportive dog training!