Loose leash work

 

Do you want your dog to walk like this? learn how below!



Disclaimer: The dog shown is an ADA compliant service dog who is exempt from leash laws as they interfere with the handlers disability. Situations like this are extremely rare and I do not condone or support breaking leash laws. Please ensure you follow all state and local laws.

You should always start training loose leash work in the house where there are limited distractions. The dog needs to understand what you expect from them before you ask them to do it in a highly distracting area like outside. Also ensure you start your walk out the way you want it to continue. If your dog starts acting crazy as soon as you put on your shoes, walk away, sit down, and ignore them. When the dog calms down start again. Repeat this process until you can leash and exit your home with a calm dog.

Dogs pull for one reason…to get ahead. If you continue to move you are rewarding them by giving them what they want. Instead, you should stop moving as soon as your dog starts to pull. Tell them “ah-ah. No pull” calmly but firmly. When they come back to you, giving slack in the leash, reward with a treat and “good girl/boy”.
       This teaches your dog that the quickest way to get ahead is to stay calm next to you. It may take longer to get through your walk for the first week or two, but rest assured it is worth it!

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