Question 1

What is the 'Come' command in dog training?

Accepted Answer

The 'Come' command means the dog will come when called, regardless of distractions. This is the most critical off-leash command and Off Leash K9 Training Asheville's specialty. It's essential for off-leash reliability and safety in any environment.

Question 2

What is 'Sit' in dog training?

Accepted Answer

Sit is a basic obedience command where the dog sits on-command and holds their position until released. Extended Sit means the dog maintains the sitting position for longer periods, demonstrating impulse control.

Question 3

What is the 'Down' command?

Accepted Answer

The Down command teaches a dog to lie down and stay until released. Extended Down means the dog remains in this position for extended periods, even with distractions nearby. Critical for calm behavior in public.

Question 4

What is 'Place' in dog training?

Accepted Answer

Place is when the dog will sit on a specific location or object that you point to (such as a chair, park bench, mat, or crate) and remain there until released. Perfect for restaurants, visits, or managing home behavior.

Question 5

What is 'Loose Leash Walking'?

Accepted Answer

Loose Leash Walking means the dog will walk right beside you on a leash without pulling. This teaches proper leash manners and walking etiquette for city or trail environments.

Question 6

What does 'Off' mean in dog training?

Accepted Answer

The 'Off' command means the dog will not jump on you or anyone else. This eliminates jumping behavior and teaches polite greeting manners with visitors and strangers.

Question 7

What is 'Extended Distance Obedience'?

Accepted Answer

Extended Distance Obedience means the dog will obey commands from a distance of 50+ yards. This is essential for off-leash reliability in open areas like parks or hiking trails.

Question 8

What is 'Heel' in dog training?

Accepted Answer

Heel is an advanced position command where the dog comes to you and sits behind your left leg. This keeps the dog in perfect heel position for walks, heeling sequences, or dog shows.

Question 9

What is the 'Watch' command?

Accepted Answer

Watch is when the dog will stare at you and maintain focus until released. This builds incredible focus and attention, perfect for advanced training and distraction-proofing.

Question 10

What is 'Through' in dog training?

Accepted Answer

Through is when the dog will go in between your legs and sit. This fun, advanced command shows the bond between you and your dog and is great for demonstration or fun interactions.

Question 11

What is the 'Stand' command?

Accepted Answer

Stand is when the dog will rise from a Sit or Down position and remain standing. Useful for vet exams, grooming, or presentation.

Question 12

What is 'Front' in dog training?

Accepted Answer

Front is when the dog will come to you and sit directly in front of you, facing you. Essential for off-leash control and safe recall in all environments.

Question 13

What is 'Focused Heel'?

Accepted Answer

Focused Heel is the advanced version of heel where the dog will stare at you the entire time they heel, maintaining intense focus. Demonstrates complete attentiveness and obedience.

Question 14

What is the 'Touch' command?

Accepted Answer

Touch is when the dog will stand up against anything you point to and place their paws on it. Useful for opening doors, pushing buttons, or fun interactive games.

Question 15

What is 'Casting' or 'Send Away'?

Accepted Answer

Casting/Send Away/Load-Up is when the dog is sent away to a desired location (such as loading into a vehicle or crate). Perfect for loading dogs in cars, entering specific areas, or advanced off-leash work.

Question 16

What is 'Leave It'?

Accepted Answer

Leave It is when the dog will not touch or eat something. This is a critical command for safety around food, other dogs, wildlife, or dangerous items.

Question 17

What is 'Greeting Manners'?

Accepted Answer

Greeting Manners is when the dog will greet strangers (at the door or on the street) politely without jumping. Essential for having a well-mannered dog in public.

Question 18

What is 'Meal Manners'?

Accepted Answer

Meal Manners is when the dog will wait politely for meals until released. Teaches patience and prevents resource guarding or food aggression issues.

Question 19

What is 'Door Manners'?

Accepted Answer

Door Manners is when the dog will wait politely at doors and gates until they are opened and the dog is released. Prevents bolting and escape behaviors.

Question 20

What does 'Break' mean in dog training?

Accepted Answer

Break is a cue that allows the dog to release from a command. It lets your dog know when they're free to move and play.

Question 21

What is dog aggression?

Accepted Answer

Aggression is when a dog displays the threat of harm to another individual or dog, involving snarling, growling, snapping, biting, barking, or lunging. It can be due to guarding territory, protecting family, resource guarding, fear, frustration, prey drive, or pain. Note: Complete fixes of major behavioral issues are not guaranteed, but control and management are possible with professional training.

Question 22

What is dog reactivity?

Accepted Answer

Reactivity is commonly confused with aggression. Reactive dogs overreact to certain things or situations. Reactivity can be due to genetics, lack of proper socialization, or a combination of the two and is typically driven by fear. Reactive dogs may have specific triggers, such as men with beards or hats, small children, or a leash.

Question 23

What are distractions in dog training?

Accepted Answer

Distractions are sounds, smells, other humans, dogs, or other stimuli that distract from a dog's ability to remain focused. Off Leash K9 specializes in distraction-proofing your dog to ensure obedience in any environment.

Question 24

What is a marker in dog training?

Accepted Answer

A marker is a stimulus that pinpoints the behavior used to earn a reward. It can be a clicker, a verbal cue ('Good Boy!'), or other signal that tells your dog they did the right thing.

Question 25

What is an e-collar?

Accepted Answer

An e-collar (electronic collar) is used in balanced training. When properly fitted and used by a certified trainer, it provides consistent communication and off-leash reliability without fear or pain.