At A Glance
Queso completed a 2-Week Board and Train with Off Leash K9 Training Fort Myers under the care of Laurin. His owners enrolled him because leash pulling was making walks difficult, and he had started showing fearful behavior around strangers. The focus was reliable obedience, better leash manners, and calm, structured exposure so Queso could be set up for long-term success.
Dog: Queso
Breed: Pit Bull
Location: Fort Myers, FL
Program: 2-Week Board and Train
Trainer: Laurin
Main Focus: Leash pulling, fearful behavior around strangers, obedience foundation, structured play and engagement
Outcome: Improved leash walking, calmer responses around people, stronger obedience foundation, and owner confidence to continue training
The Challenge
Queso’s family wanted to be proactive. They knew that pit bulls can be misunderstood, and they wanted Queso to have strong manners and reliable obedience so he could confidently navigate public life.
Before training, Queso:
- Pulled on leash during walks
- Started showing fearful behavior around strangers
- Needed clearer structure and calm exposure
- Required a reliable obedience foundation to build long-term success
His owners also wanted the right trainer fit, so they met with Laurin months before the Board and Train to discuss concerns and help Queso build familiarity.
The Training Approach
Queso completed a 2-Week Board and Train designed to improve leash manners and build calmer behavior around people through structure and clear communication.
Training focused on:
- Building a trusting working relationship between Queso and the trainer
- Improving leash walking skills and reducing pulling
- Strengthening foundational obedience commands with reliable follow-through
- Structured exposure in public places, introduced early because Queso progressed quickly
- Using play in a structured way to reinforce obedience and engagement
- Daily videos and photos with clear explanations so owners understood the process
The goal was to keep Queso confident and social, while giving him skills that help him feel safe and respond reliably in real-world settings.
The Results
Queso made strong progress early and was ready for public leash work sooner than most dogs.
What improved:
- Better leash walking and reduced pulling
- Improved obedience reliability and follow-through
- Calmer behavior and improved comfort around strangers
- Stronger engagement and responsiveness through structured play
- Owners felt educated and prepared to continue the work at home
Now the family is excited to maintain Queso’s progress through continued obedience practice and structured play.
Owner Reflection
“Queso immediately formed a trusting bond with Laurin… we received daily pictures and videos, and Laurin did a fantastic job explaining what she was working on each day.”
Ready to Set Your Dog Up for Success in Fort Myers?
If your dog is pulling on leash, acting fearful around strangers, or needs better real-world manners, a Board and Train can create structure quickly and give you a clear plan to maintain results.
Schedule a free consultation to find the right next step for your dog.