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🐶 The Best Dog Trainer's Guide to Loose Leash Walking 🐾

  • Writer: djw22812
    djw22812
  • May 8, 2023
  • 2 min read

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Does your dog pull on the leash during walks, making your daily routine more stressful than enjoyable? Worry no more! With these simple steps, your furry friend can learn to walk calmly by your side without the constant tugging.


šŸ•ā€šŸ¦ŗStep 1: Start in a low distraction area. šŸŒ³šŸš¶ā€ā™€ļø

Choose a quiet area with few distractions, like inside your home, then move to your backyard or a nearby park. This will help your dog focus on the training and reduce the chances of being distracted by other people or animals.


šŸ•ā€šŸ¦ŗStep 2: Use positive reinforcement. šŸ„‡šŸ‘

Positive reinforcement is key to training your dog. Reward your dog with treats or verbal praise when they walk beside you without pulling. This will encourage your dog to continue walking calmly and reinforce the desired behavior.


šŸ•ā€šŸ¦ŗStep 3: Stop and start again. šŸ›‘šŸš¶ā€ā™‚ļø

If your dog starts pulling, stop walking and stand still. Wait for your dog to return to your side, and then start walking again. This will teach your dog that pulling does not result in moving forward.


šŸ•ā€šŸ¦ŗStep 4: Change directions. šŸ”„šŸš¶ā€ā™€ļø

If your dog continues to pull, change direction abruptly. This will catch your dog off guard and help them refocus on walking beside you. Repeat this as necessary until your dog learns to stay by your side.


šŸ•ā€šŸ¦ŗStep 5: Practice, practice, practice. šŸ‹ļøā€ā™€ļøšŸ‹ļøā€ā™‚ļø

Consistency is key to training your dog. Practice these steps regularly in different environments to reinforce the desired behavior and help your dog become more comfortable with loose leash walking.


šŸ•ā€šŸ¦ŗStep 6: Add a verbal cue

Once your dog gets the hang of it pick a verbal cue like "walk with me" when you're walking the dog and he is by your side.



šŸŽ“ With these simple steps, your furry friend can learn to walk calmly by your side without the constant tugging. Train your dog with positive reinforcement, patience, and consistency, and you'll soon have a happy, well-behaved companion for all your walks.



šŸ•ā€šŸ¦ŗ Looking for top-notch dog training in Delray Beach? Contact us today to transform your furry friend's behavior!

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