Off Leash K9 Training
of Pittsburgh, PA
Join our Pack and get a Personalized Dog Training Program that takes your pup from Out of Control to Out of this World!
Pittsburgh, PA
- pittsburghdogtrainers.com
- 1445 Washington Rd, Washington, PA 15301
- [email protected]
- 724-761-2001
At Off Leash K9 Training, the bond we create with your dog is genuine, and it begins the moment we meet. Our training approach is to get to know your dog’s individual needs, temperament, and your specific objectives. And we craft a program tailored to them. The core principles are always the same, but your training experience is centered around the uniqueness of your dog!
Ready to begin this transformative journey? Reach out to us today. We’re eager to meet you and your dog and get started right away!
Dog Training in Pittsburgh, PA
Off Leash K9 Training of Pittsburgh, PA serves dog owners across Pittsburgh and the surrounding communities — from puppies through board & train and aggression rehab.
Board & Train in Pittsburgh, PA
Our board & train delivers the fastest results — your dog lives and trains with us, then comes home reliable off-leash. Ideal for busy families who want solid obedience without months of weekly classes.
Puppy Training in Pittsburgh, PA
Start your puppy right. Our Pittsburgh puppy training builds house manners, recall, and confidence early — heading off the bad habits that are far harder to undo later.
Aggressive Dog Training in Pittsburgh, PA
Reactivity and aggression are our specialty. We rehabilitate leash-reactive and dog- or people-aggressive dogs across the Pittsburgh area with structured, real-world training that restores control and calm.
Meet Our Pittsburgh Trainers
Lyn Trapuzzano
owner and head trainer
Lyn is a lifelong lover of dogs and has rescued all kinds of animals since childhood. She can’t remember a time when dogs were not part…
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Lyn Trapuzzano
Owner and Dog Trainer
Lyn Trapuzzano is the owner and lead trainer of Off Leash K9 Training Pittsburgh. With 11 years of experience working with dogs of all breeds, ages,…
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Samantha Jamison
Sam has been passionate about dogs for as long as she can remember. She joined our team in 2016 and has a wealth of experience working…
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Michelle Cook
Michelle grew up in Pittsburgh, PA. From a young age, she has always had two loves: animals and hockey. Growing up, Michelle always had family pets…
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Our Training Programs
Every program is delivered by our certified Pittsburgh trainers. Click any program for details, scheduling, and pricing on our local site.
Board and TrainDog Training
2 Week Board and Train
2 Weeks of Immersive Training Dog will board with a Pro Trainer 7 Guaranteed Commands Sit (& Extended…
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10-Day ON LEASH Board & Train
10 Days of Immersive Training Dog will board with a Pro Trainer 5 Guaranteed Commands Come (recall on…
Board and TrainDog Training
1 Week Board and Train
100% Obedience w/ Lifetime Refresher! 1 Week of Immersive Training Dog will board with a Pro Trainer 3…
Dog TrainingObedience Lessons
In Home Basic & Advanced Obedience
All lessons taught at your home First 4 lessons include commands from Basic Obedience Training Final 4 lessons are…
Dog TrainingTherapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Is your goal to have your dog become a therapy dog? This specially designed 8-lesson course prepares you and your dog for…
Dog TrainingObedience Lessons
Basic & Advanced Obedience
This package is for those who really want their dog to be rock-stars! 8 Private Lessons First 4 lessons include…
Dog TrainingObedience Lessons
In Home Basic Obedience
All lessons taught at your home 4 Private Lessons: Performed at your home Lesson 1: “Come,” “Sit,” and “Extended…
Dog TrainingObedience Lessons
Basic Obedience
4 Private Lessons Lesson 1: “Come,” “Sit,” and “Extended Sit.” Lesson 2: “Place” and “Extended Place.” Lesson 3:…
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Starter Lesson
1 Private Lesson Introductory session is to introduce your dog to e-collar training. Additional lessons at $100/session. Includes…
Dog TrainingPuppy Training
In Home Puppy Consultation
For pups under 5 months of age. We introduce basic commands at an age-appropriate level and then coach you through common puppy…
See Our Pittsburgh Dogs in Action
Real before-and-after transformations from our Pittsburgh training programs.
Frequently Asked Questions — Pittsburgh
What are the hours at OLK9 Pittsburgh?
We're open Monday–Saturday Open 24 hours. Closed Sunday. Call 724-761-2001 to schedule your training.
Where is OLK9 Pittsburgh located?
We're located at 1445 Washington Rd, Washington, PA 15301, and service all surrounding communities.
Can you train aggressive or reactive dogs?
Yes — aggression and reactivity are a specialty of ours. We regularly rehabilitate leash-reactive and dog- or people-aggressive dogs across the Pittsburgh area with structured, real-world training that restores control and confidence. Call 724-761-2001 for a free consultation.
How do I contact OLK9 Pittsburgh directly?
Does OLK9 Pittsburgh offer a free consultation?
Yes. Call 724-761-2001 to schedule a free phone consultation.
What areas does OLK9 Pittsburgh serve?
We serve Pittsburgh and the surrounding communities.
What training methods does Off Leash K9 use?
We train using the proven Off Leash K9 methodology — real-world, off-leash obedience built on clear communication and a remote (e-collar) when appropriate. The goal is a dog that listens reliably off-leash and stays calm around everyday distractions, not just at home. Call 724-761-2001 to learn what that looks like for your dog.
What Pittsburgh Owners Say
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adam palyo
3 months ago
We were hesitant at first to schedule for our 1 year old golden retriever to be trained. It honestly seemed to good to be to true. How can a dog understand so much in 2 weeks? After meeting an individual through work, who has used Off Leash for 2 of his dogs, tell me how great the program is I made the call the next day. Samantha was incredible, we met with her 2 months before our dog Lemon was… Read more
We were hesitant at first to schedule for our 1 year old golden retriever to be trained. It honestly seemed to good to be to true. How can a dog understand so much in 2 weeks?
After meeting an individual through work, who has used Off Leash for 2 of his dogs, tell me how great the program is I made the call the next day.
Samantha was incredible, we met with her 2 months before our dog Lemon was scheduled. She went over what she was going to concentrate on and what we were really looking for Lemon to be trained in. During the 2 weeks she sent us daily pictures and videos of the progress. From day one, I was amazed at how well Lemon was doing.
Once we met Samantha for pick up, she went over all the commands and stayed with us for about 1.5 hours. Going over everything. Lemon was a new dog. Completely off leash and listened very well. Since having Lemon home, we go over her commands everyday to keep it fresh in her mind and she is doing great.
I cant recommend this company and Samantha enough. If you are skeptical please give them a try. You wont be dissapointed!! Read less
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Jen L
2 months ago
Choosing to get training for our new adopted dog was an easy (and necessary) decision, but trying to find the right place was a bit more challenging. After a lot of searching, we decided to give the Board and Train option with Off leash K9 Training a try. Our 2ish year-old pup is a mix of two of the most stubborn breeds (beagle and terrier), so we opted for 10-day Board and Train with Michelle. From the beginning, Michelle was… Read more
Choosing to get training for our new adopted dog was an easy (and necessary) decision, but trying to find the right place was a bit more challenging.
After a lot of searching, we decided to give the Board and Train option with Off leash K9 Training a try. Our 2ish year-old pup is a mix of two of the most stubborn breeds (beagle and terrier), so we opted for 10-day Board and Train with Michelle. From the beginning, Michelle was an amazing communicator and very flexible with my need to adjust our start date due to some unforeseen circumstances. Once we finally solidified the date, made arrangements to drop off, and got our pup to their facility in Washington, PA, it was clear we were putting her in good hands!
I had lots of questions from the very beginning and along the way! I truly appreciated Michelle’s quick and thoughtful responses as well as the photos and video clips of the progress made during her stay.
We were thoroughly impressed with what we could see in the videos during the training period, but it was a different story getting her home and working to break old habits for her new skills. Just like a kid wants to push boundaries and see what they can get away with, so did our dog! Admittedly, we were not the best at keeping up with the training out of the gate because of some challenges at home during that time. Thankfully, Michelle met us for a refresher at a nearby public space. That definitely helped us understand some things on which we had questions and get us back on track. We’re thankful that by going with the Board and Train option we were able to take advantage of the refresher!
Additionally, Michelle offers boarding so we were glad that our spring travel aligned with our pup being able to go back and spend time at her place. Our dog became friends with one of her pups, so not only did she have tons of fun, but she also got added reinforcement of skills learned! She enjoyed playing with several other pups during her stay so we got a happy and exhausted pup back at the end of our travels.
E-collar training takes a little bit of time, but learning and understanding the commands, how to work the collar, and what your dog can accomplish when trained by a professional who knows the process is totally worth it!
What I didn’t mention at the beginning was how our dog ran out the front door the second day we had her and was missing for nearly two hours. (We are not new to dog ownership and our previous dog lived 18 years across three continents.) Being that she was a new and a recently fostered rescue, she did not yet know her own name plus we hadn’t yet decided if we’d keep the name she was given as a foster one week earlier or give her a new one. She was microchipped, but we were incredibly concerned about her getting onto main roads and being hurt. Our yard backs to a wooded area with lots of critters and our dog is prone to chasing, so it’s quite nerve wracking. Since the training, I’ve been able to bring her out in the yard to fetch a ball or just relax while I do some gardening. I simply maintain her proximity using the E collar and remote system. Only once did she take off into the woods, but I immediately used the “Come” command with her collar and she came running right back! The second testament to this training effort is something that happened just yesterday. We moved to the state and our new neighborhood last fall so we haven’t yet met all of our neighbors. A nice lady who lives two doors down, has a fenced in yard and two larger dogs of her own, came to my driveway to introduce herself. One of her immediate questions was to ask how I manage to keep our dog in the yard without a fence. I laughed and gave her the background story along with my recommendation for Off leash K9 Training! Long story short, if you are questioning going this route, do it! If you have a breed that’s easier to train, you can opt for a shorter board and train or lessons at their facility. If you have a stubborn pup like we do, I definitely recommend board and train and absolutely recommend Michelle! Read less
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Kristi Hagee-Carter
a month ago
We loved this training program so much! The connection with our dog is on a whole new level and she has gained a greater confidence in herself as well as us. Our trainer was very knowledgeable, patient, understanding and you can tell her love of the pups! She took the time to explain how and why we do things a certain way and how and why dogs do things the way they do. It really gave us a better understanding… Read more
We loved this training program so much! The connection with our dog is on a whole new level and she has gained a greater confidence in herself as well as us. Our trainer was very knowledgeable, patient, understanding and you can tell her love of the pups! She took the time to explain how and why we do things a certain way and how and why dogs do things the way they do. It really gave us a better understanding of the training and its effects on our dog. Read less
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Paul Becka
a month ago
I recently completed a dog training class for my female German Shepherd at Off Leash K9 Training, Pittsburgh. Her training results are excellent. Elsa received training and secondarily I did too which has made me a better dog owner. The staff we worked with (Michelle and Samantha) assessed the level of training needed and provided the proper guidance which resulted in a better home life for both me and Elsa. In my opinion Off Leash offers an excellent dog training… Read more
I recently completed a dog training class for my female German Shepherd at Off Leash K9 Training, Pittsburgh. Her training results are excellent. Elsa received training and secondarily I did too which has made me a better dog owner. The staff we worked with (Michelle and Samantha) assessed the level of training needed and provided the proper guidance which resulted in a better home life for both me and Elsa. In my opinion Off Leash offers an excellent dog training program along with skilled attentive staff who puts your pets well -being first. Read less
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Lisa gloninger
a year ago
Absolutely a fantastic off leash dog training place. My 18 month old sheepadoodle stayed with Jake and came home so well trained. It is ecollar based but my pup listens 95% of time and was so happy. Lots of videos and up dates are sent daily Very highly recommended
Off Leash K9 Training of Pittsburgh, PA
- 1445 Washington Rd, Washington, PA 15301
- 724-761-2001
- [email protected]
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