About Our Trainers

Meet The Off Leash K9 Team

Ernie Diez - Trainer

Ernie first came on the radar of Off Leash as a client with his dogs Bruce Banner and Tony Stark. Training with OLK9 head trainer Abby Hoxha dramatically changed the relationship with his dogs.

Ernie became a certified professional trainer and is a graduate of the Off Leash Headquarters academy in Northern Virginia.

Coming from a background in training elite gymnasts, his unique ability to relay techniques will help take your dog’s obedience to the next level.

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"We got paired up with our trainer Ernie who was the best thing that could of happened for Tucker. He gave daily updates with pictures and videos. Was super responsive to any questions we had while he was gone. I've never seen my dog smile so much being with someone."

"Ernie did a fantastic job and consistently communicated how our Bernedoodle was doing! Winny is a completely different dog after her training. So thrilled with the progress she continues to make!"

"Having Off Leash K9 Training, Ernie, as my labradoodle trainer has been the best experience and decision ever! Not only the training Elliott has received, but the care and love that was given to him while in his care."

"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."

Dalton - Trainer

After losing three different deposits to landlords from dog related damage, Dalton decided to take his dog handling techniques to the next level and became a certified trainer with the Off Leash team.

Born and raised in Tampa, Dalton can help take your dog skils up a couple notches as well.

Moriah Grube - Trainer

A Florida native, Moriah is a summa cum laude graduate of Eckerd College with a bachelor’s degree in animal studies with a focus on dogs. She was an intern at her local Sheriff’s K9 department including their S.W.A.T. K9 handlers receiving search/rescue, arson, patrol, and bomb detection instruction.

As a certified trainer with Off Leash in Tampa, Moriah quickly began positively impacting the relationships between Tampa area owners and their dogs.

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"Moriah is the absolute best. I was a little skeptical before I sent my Pomsky Loki to see her. But when I picked him up I couldn’t believe it was the same dog."

"Max had Moriah the magician as his trainer and we cannot express how happy we are with the outcome! Moriah sent me updates daily on his progress and I kid you not the 2 week transformation is astounding! He is back home for a week today and he is his sweet ambitious self but now listens to commands and isn’t afraid of people."

"From the minute you meet Moriah, you can feel her passion for training! She has real love for dogs, and it showed in our sessions. Moriah worked with our 7 month old European Doberman, Gotti. Our family was a bit nervous to leave our baby for two weeks, but now that we have been home with Gotti, I will say it is worth every single penny!"

Tyler - Trainer

An import from the great frozen northeast (New York), Tyler comes to us from the financial world. He traded his coats and journal entries for shorts and leashes.

After being certified as a trainer with the Tampa team, he quickly made smiles all around getting several 5 star Google reviews in his first month.

Estivin - Trainer

Estivin is a Florida resident originally from New York City who began his dog handling journey by doing Schutzhund training with his Cane Corso. This transformative experience served as a catalyst for Estivin, inspiring him to transition from a career in banking to a dedicated pursuit of dog training.

He has successfully harnessed his passion for training by instructing numerous canines in fundamental and advanced obedience skills. Estivin’s experience and attention to detail will help elevate your dog’s obedience and your owner skills to the next level.

"Holy smokes, Estivin. All we can say is THANK YOU! Our families did NOT believe he was sending videos of the same dog! We absolutely recommend Off Leash and 1000%..."

"Estivin was truly the best dog trainer. He is calm, compassionate, and in control. He was just what my aggressive and unruly dog needed. He was able to fully train him, get him back on track, while showing him love the whole time."

"Estivin was immaculate with our 6 month old pointer. She went from a leash only dog to fully heeling off the leash with total owner control. The place command is huge too, no more jumping on guests or having to keep certain doors shut in our home. Our relationship is so much better with our dog."