Kobe is a 4 year old Shiba Inu from Los Angeles, Ca and he is here with us for a two week board and train program. Kobe is a strong leash puller and loves to jump on people when greeting them at the door. Kobe knows a few basic commands like sit and down but we will be using a balanced training approach and adding several new obedience commands such as “come”, “heel”, “place” and “off”, in order to help Kobe reach his full potential as a well rounded and well mannered pup.
Stay tuned for Kobe’s two week transformation!
Pupdate 3/28/2025
Kobe’s two-week board and train program is designed to provide him with a solid foundation in obedience while addressing key behavioral aspects to ensure he becomes a well-mannered companion. On the first day, we focused on assessing his current understanding of essential commands, including “come”, “sit”, “down”, “place”, and “heel”. This assessment gave us insight into where Kobe currently stands with each command, allowing us to tailor the training to his needs. We also observed his behavior in various settings, including his interaction with food and how he responds to doorways and car rides, so we could prioritize his training in those areas.
Throughout the two-week program, Kobe will be taught to master basic obedience commands, starting with the fundamentals like sit and down. These commands will set the groundwork for more advanced training, such as place and heel. In addition to obedience, we will focus on essential manners, such as door and car manners, which are often overlooked but crucial for smooth daily interactions. Door manners will teach Kobe to remain calm and wait before entering or exiting, while car manners will ensure that he sits and waits until being given the command to “load up” into the vehicle.
On the first day of training, I began working on the place command, which Kobe picked up fairly quickly. He seemed to understand the concept of going to a designated spot and staying there, which is great progress. As we continue with his training, we’ll reinforce the place command along with the other obedience cues, ensuring that Kobe responds reliably in a variety of situations. By the end of the two-week program, you can expect Kobe to demonstrate improved focus, respect for boundaries, and a calm demeanor in everyday situations, making him a more enjoyable and obedient companion.
Pupdate 3/29/2025
Today, we focused on enhancing Kobe’s obedience with two key commands: “heel” and “come to sit.” During the training, Kobe displayed remarkable focus and eagerness to learn. For the “heel” command, I worked on his ability to stay in sync with me while walking, ensuring that he maintains a close position without pulling ahead or lagging behind. Kobe responded well to the guidance and quickly picked up the rhythm of walking at my side. His ability to stay engaged during the session was impressive, showing his strong motivation to work.
We also worked on reinforcing Kobe’s “come to sit” command. Using positive reinforcement and his love for treats, I was able to make rapid progress in getting him to move from a standing or walking position into a calm sit position on command. His responsiveness was excellent, and it’s clear that Kobe is both quick to grasp new concepts and highly treat-motivated, which makes the training process smooth and enjoyable. Overall, Kobe made significant strides today, and it’s exciting to see his development and eagerness to learn new skills.
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s pupdate!
Pupdate 3/30/2025
Today, Kobe put in the work and added some serious stamina to his obedience game! We focused on extending his sitand place commands, and he crushed it—holding place for 30 seconds and sit for 45 seconds like a total pro. We also threw in some puppy push-ups to build up that mental and physical endurance. Let’s just say, Kobe’s enthusiasm for training is A+, even if his form still needs a little fine-tuning.
Speaking of puppy push-ups, Kobe is currently boycotting the “down-to-sit” portion—which, to be fair, is a common challenge at this stage. He’s more of a “flop-and-stay” kinda guy, but with a little more practice, he’ll be bouncing back into sit like a champ in no time. Overall, today’s session showed off just how eager and capable he is, and we’re excited to keep building on his progress. Stay tuned—Kobe’s only getting better from here!
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