Off Leash K9 Training Columbia

Off Leash K9 Training offers three main program formats: 1) Private lessons (4 or 8 sessions) focusing on obedience commands and behavior modification; 2) A 14-day Board and Train intensive program where dogs live at the facility and receive daily training with daily video updates to owners; 3) Puppy Consultations for dogs under 5 months covering potty training, crate training, and socialization. All programs aim to achieve off-leash, distraction-proof obedience. The Board and Train program includes behavior modification for aggression and reactivity. Owners are taught how to maintain training after completion.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is structured by program: Basic Obedience (4 private lessons), Basic & Advanced Obedience (8 private lessons), 2-Week Board & Train (intensive program), Puppy Consultation, Aggressive Dog Package (8 private lessons), and Therapy Dog Development (8 private lessons). Specific prices are listed on their Pricing page, with no public rates displayed. The 14-day Board and Train is their flagship program.

Policies

By providing contact information, clients agree to receive emails, phone calls, and SMS messages from Off Leash Columbia, Inc. Message and data rates may apply. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website.

Off Leash K9 Training Columbia is a professional dog training business offering obedience training, behavior modification, and off-leash control for dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages. They specialize in a 14-day Board and Train program, private lessons, and targeted packages for reactive, aggressive, or anxious dogs. Their training system is designed to produce dogs with police/military-level obedience, enabling owners to walk their dogs off-leash in public without distractions. The business is part of a nationwide network with over 130 locations and is led by certified trainers including Ashley Forrest, Head Trainer, and Dan Wallen, the local owner. They emphasize proven methods, daily video updates during boarding, and building a strong owner-dog bond through education. Their facility-based training includes distraction-proofing in real-world environments like stores and public spaces.

They offer free phone consultations to help dog owners determine the right program, and their training is backed by hundreds of verified before-and-after videos and 5-star reviews from clients across the Columbia area.

Additional services include puppy consultations, therapy dog preparation, and behavior-specific programs for issues like leash pulling, barking, separation anxiety, and resource guarding.

Accomplishments

Off Leash K9 Training is part of a nationwide network founded by Nick White, a former US Marine and Secret Service agent, recognized globally as one of the top 10 dog trainers in the world. The company has over 1,500 before-and-after videos on YouTube, more than any other dog training business. Head Trainer Ashley Forrest completed professional training through OLK9 in Knoxville, TN, in May 2024. Owner Dan Wallen has been a client since 2009 and holds a Business Administration degree from Marshall University.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can book a free phone consultation to discuss their dog’s needs. They can also fill out a contact form on the website to request a trainer to call them. The next step is selecting a program (e.g., Board and Train, private lessons) and completing a client waiver form to purchase the service.