Akita Dog & Puppy Obedience Training 1-2-1 Home Visits in Yorkshire

THE AKITA

There are two separate varieties of Akita: a Japanese strain, commonly called "Akita Inu" ("inu" means "dog" in Japanese), or "Japanese Akita"; and an American strain, known as the "Akita" or "American Akita".

Both have similar characteristics and are not for the faint hearted. They are large powerful dogs which can if not properly trained be aggressive to strangers. Aggression to other dogs is very common and training is absolutely vital.The Akita is eminently trainable but owner training in leadership is most important.

AKITA OBEDIENCE TRAINING

Obedience training is vital for your Akita. At Leeds Dog School we will train your dog to a high level in obedience.We also believe that this should involve the owner at every stage and so our training is one to one with you and your dog. It’s important that your dog obeys your commands and we work with you until you are confident in controlling your dog.

Owners with obedient pets get more satisfaction and have a stronger bond with their pet. As Akitas are powerful dogs owner training is vital so that the owner can enjoy having such an energetic, and strong willed dog.

Heel Work – walk to heel on the lead
Heel Work – walk to heel off the lead
Recall - return to you when called
Down – “down” on command
Sit – dog will sit when you stop walking
Come – come to you in the “frontal sit”

AKITA PUPPY TRAINING

Training your new puppy should be started as soon as possible from 8 weeks. You’ll be amazed just how quickly they learn and at a very early age and it’s just fun for them and they love it!

Leeds Dog Training School train your puppy on a 1-2-1 visit to your home in Yorkshire rather than in classes as we believe this is much more effective.

Toilet Training - we will show you the easiest way to toilet train your puppy
Crate Training - we will show you how to crate train your puppy
Biting - we will show you how to stop "mouthing" or biting
Destructive Behaviour - we will show you how to stop destructive behaviour

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STOPPING BAD BEHAVIOUR BY YOUR AKITA

Some trainers believe that giving a dog treats is the best way to train but in our opinion relying on treats exclusively just does not work particularly with an Akita. Your dog may learn how to behave but only does it at because there's a treat at the end of it and many times treats just stop working. Essentially you are bribing the dog to behave properly. Our dog training solves problems with bad behaviour as this is our speciality. Many of the problems are very common and we work with your dog and just as importantly, with you at your home or on a walk, to solve any problems you may have.

Stop pulling on the lead
Stop lunging at other dogs
Stop barking at dogs & people
Stop jumping up at people
Stop aggression
Stop running away and not returning
Stop constant barking

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Leeds Dog School

5 Stars 399 User Reviews

When my daughter brought her puppy Bulldog over to my house it was complete bedlam with my dog & hers. They were manic & completely uncontrollable in their excitement. Within 5 minutes of Rob showing us what to do we saw a difference. Within 15 minutes they were calm & laid down. He was here for 1.5 hours & didn’t charge us anymore for staying longer. We didn’t get a chance to deal with my dogs unpredictable aggression so he is arranging for me to meet his dogs to deal with that too, at no extra cost. My dog can be fearful of men, which he picked up on immediately & he let me lead with my dog so as not to scare her. I really respected that because the last thing I wanted was for my dog to be scared. Would recommend highly
paula brown 05 Jul 2020
Amazed!! Less than an hour with Ollie and not only did he have my 6month XL bully under control; I had her heeling and all round obedient !! 😁😁 I’m oozing confidence and so excited and happy for the future with my beautiful pup 🐶 thank you soooo much; 1010% recommended! These guys know their stuff 👌👏🏼😊
Victoria Bryan 01 Jul 2020
Rob came today to work with me and Luna. We were having problems with Luna jumping up at people and trying to get to other people and dogs on walks, not aggressively but wanting to play.
Rob showed me some great correct & reward techniques and Luna was a much calmer dog when he left.
Rob has given me the confidence to believe I can carry on with training, knowing he is there if I need him.
Great stuff.
Dave Clarke 30 Jun 2020
Our 1 year old GSD was lunging and barking at other dogs. He was becoming extremely protective of our family. Rob showed us how to correct this behaviour. The results were really quick. He is a pleasure to walk and doesn’t show those behaviours anymore.
Kelly Nicholson 29 Jun 2020
I was having aggression and dominace issues with my 9 month old Rottweiler.
Rob showed me the best ways to deal with these and a more strict regime to follow in hopes of amendng and stopping these behaviours.
So far so good.
Daniel Gale 17 Jun 2020
I have a 3 year old miniature schnauzer who barks at any person and any dog whenever we are out walking with her . Her barking is that bad it got to The point I was embarrassed to walk her . Met with rob today and wow , what a difference . Rob explained the methods used and how to correct , we then outside to put into practise . I can honestly say the correction method works brilliantly . I’m very confident in the methods that rob showed me and have no doubt that I will now be able to enjoy walking my mini schnauzer...... ? thanks again rob
Katie Mcbride 17 Jun 2020
All I can say is rob is amazing thankyou so much for helping us with Albert rob was so professional in everything he did .worth every penny .
Dawn Drury 14 Jun 2020
We are originally from Leeds but live in Australia and recently purchased a puppy. Knowing the reputation of Leeds Dog School and having used Rob for other dogs when we lived in the UK, we knew we wanted their support for our new pup. Rob has provided support for our new puppy via the phone and video which has been so helpful. He provided a lot of advice and tips before we even received the dog and continues to train our dog. We really enjoy it too and couldn't recommend Leeds Dog School enough - you will not be disappointed!
Rupa Chopra 10 Jun 2020
We are originally from Leeds but live in Australia and recently purchased a puppy. Knowing the reputation of Leeds Dog School and having used Rob for other dogs when we lived in the UK, we knew we wanted their support for our new pup. Rob has provided support for our new puppy via the phone and video which has been so helpful. He provided a lot of advice and tips before we even received the dog and continues to train our dog. We really enjoy it too and couldn't recommend Leeds Dog School enough - you will not be disappointed!
R Chopra 10 Jun 2020
Today our Pomchi Bella had a 1 hour session with Rob - myself and my partner are over the moon with the results! We had tried EVERYTHING and I mean everything, to control Bella's excessive barking at people and dogs on walks. The things Rob taught us today were explained in a way which was so simple for us to then implement with her ourselves. We have just returned home from taking Bella on her first walk in a busy park post training session and it was the most stress free walk I have ever experienced with our lovely Bella, she is like a different dog. I started to get very anxious and embarrassed taking her by myself in busy areas, and would find myself avoiding people on walks just to save the hassle of her barking and lunging. This has been a huge break through for me personally and I can see how much more at ease Bella was. I have included two videos in this review of a before and after of Bella on a walk. Rob - we cannot thank you enough for your time with us today. Amazing!
Saffron Madeleine 08 Jun 2020
We have just hired Rob to help train our rescue Chihuahua with barking at people entering the home. He explained his methods and how to implement them. He was very knowledgeable and professional. We didn't feel rushed at all in our session and it has certainly helped. Would definetly recommend and use again if needed.
Richard M 31 May 2020
Rob was sound. Lovely guy, very knowledgeable about dogs and easy to chat to. Showed me exactly what to do to stop my 4 year old German Shepherd pulling on the lead and gave me lots of helpful advice and access to resources to help me going forward.
Riley McCluskey 25 May 2020
My dog was been aggressive with other dogs when out walking and we couldn’t get her walking with us she was always pulling however after 1 session with Rob she changed massively. He shows you how to change the behaviour and let’s you try it out yourself. He also sends you useful videos and is there to call if you need any extra help.
levi eggleston 23 May 2020
Having recently bought a working line doberman I found training in the usual manner I have found successful with my previous dogs was not working due to the high drive of the dog, he was not getting the mental as well physical exercise he was bred to need (as explained to me by Rob) I Googled doberman trainers and Rob dye came up I looked through the information available on past training and reviews and decided to give Leeds dog school a call, Rob came out to us and explained both the differences in breeding and how training should reflect this, we had a 1 to 1 session, he was very friendly and informative my dog seemed to take to him immediately and was very receptive to the form of training and techniques he used, I have been left with a huge amount of information and gained confidence in how to both train and handle my dog and options on what route I want to take for future training .
John Coward 17 May 2020
Rob came to us today to help us with our 7 month old Labrador who was jumping up and pulling me off my feet when out on walks. I cannot believe how quick he corrected his behaviour and taught us how to continue his training. We have just been out for the best walk with him ever, he is like a different dog and it was lovely to see him enjoy it while being so well behaved. It’s good to know we’ve got all the videos and support from Rob going forward. Thank you so much, highly recommended
Jill Greatbatch 14 May 2020