Hey everyone, it’s Off Leash K9 Training in Georgia. Christmas is just over a week away (can you believe it’s already December 2025?), and as a dog trainer who’s seen it all, I know this time of year can be both magical and stressful for pet owners. The house is full of tempting smells, decorations,…
You’ve probably heard it a hundred times: “Small dogs are yappy and dumb; big dogs are smart and easy to train.” Or the opposite: “Little dogs are sneaky-smart and big dogs are just lovable dummies.” So which is it? We went straight to the peer-reviewed studies (not breeder forums or TikTok) to settle the debate…
Hey there, dog parents and puppy enthusiasts! As Off Leash K9 Training Georgia, the premier dog obedience training experts serving Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, and all of Georgia. If you’re searching for answers to “why do dogs lick everything?”, “why do dogs lick their paws?”, or “why does my dog lick me so much?”, you’ve come to…
Hey there, fellow dog lovers! If you’re like me—running a top-tier dog training business here in Georgia at Off Leash K9 Training—you’ve probably stared at your pup’s shiny, wet nose and wondered, “What’s the deal with that?” As a professional dog trainer with years of hands-on experience turning chaotic canines into obedient companions, I’ve fielded…
Ever wondered how your dog sees the world compared to you? This blog dives into the fascinating science behind dog and human eyesight, exploring how each species perceives colors, details, and motion. Packed with research-backed insights, this comparison will captivate pet owners and science enthusiasts alike. How Vision Works: The Basics Both dogs and humans…
Can dogs smell fear? This age-old question has sparked curiosity among pet owners, dog trainers, and scientists alike. The idea that dogs can detect human fear through their sense of smell is often portrayed in pop culture, but is there scientific evidence to back it up? In this article, we’ll explore the science behind whether…
Is Your Dog Atlanta’s Loudest Neighbor? If your dog’s barking transforms your quiet Atlanta evenings into an impromptu canine concert, you’re not alone. A Decatur client at Off Leash K9 Training had a Hound who turned every Amazon delivery into a full-blown opera, earning the moniker “Piedmont Park Pavarotti” from exasperated neighbors. It’s a laugh…
Georgia Dogs Gone Wild? Tame Those Zoomies! Ever witnessed your dog transform your Atlanta backyard into a high-speed chase scene, weaving through azaleas, leaping over garden gnomes, and toppling your glass of sweet tea with a gleeful tail wag? Those zoomies—technically called frenetic random activity periods (FRAPs)—are your pup’s hilarious, high-octane way of shouting, “I’m…
Dogs have long been our loyal companions, often seeming to anticipate our routines with uncanny precision—whether it’s bounding to the door just before you arrive home or whining exactly at dinnertime. But do dogs really “tell time” like we do? Scientific research suggests that while dogs have a sense of time, it’s fundamentally different from…
Georgia dog owners often ask AI, “Can dogs eat human food?” or “What human foods are safe for dogs?” Sharing snacks can strengthen bonds, but some foods are toxic, while others benefit your pup when given correctly. At Off Leash K9 Training, Georgia, we use balanced dog training to teach dogs to enjoy safe treats…
