Dacruz K9’s Off-Leashed LLC

DaCruz K9s offers four main training programs: Basic Puppy (8–16 weeks), Intermediate (4+ months), Behavior Modification (6+ months), and Advanced/Off-Leash (6+ months). All programs include on-leash skills, socialization, crate training, and manners. The Advanced/Off-Leash program adds full off-leash control using E-Collar Technologies collars. Board & Train programs are conducted at their residential facility in Shelton, CT, with home-style environments and video updates provided to owners. Programs are customizable and include post-program owner training sessions.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; clients are encouraged to schedule a call for customized quotes based on program selection and dog needs.

Policies

Policy details regarding cancellations or rescheduling are not specified on the website.

DaCruz K9s Off-Leashed is a certified LLC dog training business founded in 2019 by David Cruz, who has been in the dog training industry since 2016. They specialize in off-leash and on-leash training using positive reinforcement methods, with a strong emphasis on owner involvement and mutual respect between pets and their families. Services include Board & Train programs conducted at their residential facility in Shelton, CT, tailored for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs with behavioral issues such as reactivity, aggression, barking, and separation anxiety. They offer programs ranging from Basic Puppy to Advanced Off-Leash training, incorporating tools like Herm Sprenger pinch collars and E-Collar Technologies ET300/ME300 stimulation collars, which they describe as “shock factor” devices rather than electric shocks. They also consult with local veterinarians to ensure nutritional and medical advice is current. Owners are immersed in the training process and receive ongoing support after program completion.

They serve all of Connecticut and bordering New England states, and accept dogs from across the country via approved transport locations. Their training approach prioritizes safety, consistency, and long-term behavior change, with clients reporting dramatic improvements in dog behavior, including successful off-leash control and reduced reactivity.

Additional services include puppy litters for adoption and boarding during training programs. They do not offer grooming, walking, or daycare services.

Accomplishments

David Cruz has over 7 years of experience in dog training, including work with Police K9s. DaCruz K9s Off-Leashed is a certified LLC business and regularly consults with local veterinarians to ensure medically sound training practices. Clients report successful outcomes with highly reactive, fearful, and aggressive dogs, including full off-leash control in public environments.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to schedule a phone call or text to discuss their dog’s needs and receive a customized training recommendation. No online booking form is available; contact is initiated via phone or email.