Off Leash K9 Training Tampa

4.9 Stars,346 Reviews
6200 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33637

Service area: Serves Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Dunedin, Largo, Pinellas Park, Brandon, Palm Harbor, Citrus Park, Tarpon Springs, Town ‘N’ Country, and Seminole.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Therapy Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Potty Training
  • Resource Guarding
  • Fearfulness
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Board and Train
  • Day Training
  • Video Calls

Program Formats

  • Intensive Program
  • Sessions Package
  • One-Time Consultation

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Herding
  • Sporting
  • Working
  • Hounds
  • Terriers
  • Doodles
  • Brachycephalic

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)
  • Senior (8+ years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Balanced Training

Equipment: 

  • E-Collars
  • Clickers
  • Food Rewards
  • Harnesses
  • Flat Collars
  • Martingale Collars
  • Pinch Collars
  • Obstacle Courses

Off Leash K9 Training offers three main program formats: 1) 14-Day Board and Train — an intensive residential program teaching advanced off-leash obedience and behavior modification; 2) Private Lessons — 4 or 8-session packages covering basic to advanced commands, distraction training, and behavior correction; and 3) Puppy Consultation — focused on foundational skills like potty training, crate training, and socialization for dogs under 5 months. All programs include owner education and follow-up guidance. Therapy Dog and Aggressive Dog packages are specialized 8-session programs targeting certification readiness and reactivity reduction.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Offers structured packages including Basic Obedience (4 private lessons), Basic & Advanced Obedience (8 private lessons), 14-Day Board and Train, Puppy Consultation, Aggressive Dog Package (8 lessons), and Therapy Dog Development (8 lessons). Pricing details are available on their website with no public rates listed; clients are encouraged to book a free consultation for personalized quotes.

Policies

By providing contact information, clients agree to receive emails, phone calls, and SMS messages related to services. Msg and data rates may apply. Terms and conditions and privacy policy are linked on their website, but specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are not detailed in the provided content.

Testimonials

“We had high hopes for this training and our expectations have been exceeded.”
– Suzie E.

“We are so happy with the outcome and would highly recommend. We will send all of our future pups to Off leash for sure!”
– Stephanie G.

“Words cannot express how grateful my fiancé and I are for Ernie. He changed our relationship with our German Shepherd, Nova. I wouldn’t want anyone else to train Nova (and us as owners) than Ernie.”
– Tammy

About the Trainer

Off Leash K9 Training Tampa is a professional dog training company offering specialized obedience programs for dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages. They specialize in intensive 14-Day Board and Train programs, private lessons, behavior modification, and Therapy Dog preparation. Their training focuses on achieving off-leash, distraction-proof obedience comparable to police or military working dogs, using a proven system that emphasizes owner education and long-term results. Trainers like Ernie Diez and Estivin are certified professionals with backgrounds in military, rescue, and elite training, and they provide daily video updates during boarding programs. The company claims a 98% success rate in achieving high-level obedience and serves clients across the Tampa Bay area.

They offer tailored packages for puppies, aggressive or reactive dogs, and families seeking reliable behavior control. Their methods include the use of e-collars, positive reinforcement, and correction-based techniques within a balanced framework. Clients report dramatic improvements in their dogs’ behavior, including reduced reactivity, improved recall, and calmness around distractions. The business emphasizes communication, with trainers maintaining constant contact during training and providing hands-on follow-up sessions upon dog return.

In addition to training, they provide free phone consultations, extensive before-and-after video content, and ongoing support to help owners maintain their dog’s progress. They operate as part of a national network with over 130 locations and serve multiple cities throughout the Tampa and St. Petersburg metro area.

Accomplishments

Off Leash K9 Training is a nationally recognized company with over 130 locations and is described as the fastest-growing dog training company in the world. Trainers are certified through the Off Leash Headquarters Academy in Northern Virginia. The business has received numerous 5-star reviews and features hundreds of before-and-after training videos on YouTube.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can start by scheduling a free phone consultation to discuss their dog’s needs. They can also fill out an online form to request a trainer contact or book directly through the website’s client form waiver. After the consultation, clients choose a program (e.g., Board and Train or private lessons) and proceed with enrollment.

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  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening

Hours

9am-8pm

Certifications

  • Credentialed

Associations

  • Accredited

Languages

  • English
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Pet boarding service

Location

6200 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33637

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