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Leash Pulling On Walks

6/17/2012

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     Pulling on the leash can be a problem for many people as they take their dogs out for a daily walk.  As much as it’s a problem for you, it’s also a problem for your dog and must be corrected for their safety.  Severe pressure can form at the site of the dog’s collar posing problems for the dog’s trachea or windpipe causing coughing, severe panting, difficulty breathing, wheezing or a choking sensation.  This can cause permanent damage.

     Leash pulling has its roots in overexcitement and over-reaction to the many distractions the dog may incur.  It also stems from what the dog is used to.  Since they are creatures of habit and need structure to feel safe, they go by what they know and what has always worked for them in the past.  It’s up to us to show them the desired behavior and what is expected for them.

     There are a few ways that work but be patient and keep in mind that different techniques will work with different dogs.  If one idea is not working, do not become frustrated, simply try another.  Also stay consistent with whatever strategy seems to be taking effect. 

     First, wait for a calm it before taking your dog out for a walk. On the walk, stop and freeze whenever your dog is pulling. Only proceed when your dog stops to look to you, then calmly praise and move on.  Front attachment body harnesses like the Easy Walk are a good training tool that teaches humanely with no force on the neck or collar.

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4/26/2016 03:20:06 am

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5/21/2016 10:16:49 am

I totally love it when people take good care of the pets like dogs, cats etc. I think it is a very lovely and wonderful thing to do. It tells of the doer as a real human being. It is not easy at all to find some good people in our society. Yet there are a few good people out there. Dogs are human friends and we must take good care of them. Once you are able to go for them you must be equally able to look after them well.

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