How To Stop Your Dog From Pulling On His Leash

Getting your dog to stop pulling on the leash can be done relatively easily. This can be done by teaching him a simple heel command. The best part is this works great for puppies and full grown dogs!

The first thing that needs to be done is to teach your dog to not pull on the leash at all. For that you will need...

1. To have the collar and leash attached to your dog

2. Next, stand to the right of your dog so you are both facing in the same direction. Your dog will be to the left of you.

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3. Start off by walking slowly in as straight a line as you can. Lead with your left leg. When your dog decides to take off and pulls on his leash, stop and stand still. Pull his leash gently back towards you. Try not to drag him, just stop his forward progress.

4. Give him time to stop, praise him and then start walking again. You don't have to give any commands right now. All that you are trying to do is to get him to learn some good leash manners. It is going to make it easier to teach him a command when that time comes.

Applying this method for about ten minutes each time, 3 to 4 times a day for about 4 to 5 days and you should be ready to move on the next phase. With puppies, you may get good results quickly. At the very least your dog should get the message not to pull you all over.

Now with older dogs it may take more time and effort. Don't forget, they have had more time to get set in their ways. But it is not impossible.

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Some dogs are a bit more stubborn and you may need to modify your training methods just slightly. When he starts to pull on the leash you may want to try the following...

1. When he pulls, pull back and growl. Yes I said growl. A dog may respond much better to a gutteral growl than to spoken commands as that is what a dog would expect from a pack leader.

2. Walk away again while holding a treat. Let your dog know that the treat is there.

3. At this point, you should have your pup's attention and will be following alongside of you. Just don't let him jump up and try to get the treat.

4. When he gets tired of trying to get the treat and finally just walks beside, that is the time to say your "heel" command and give him his treat.

5. Keep repeating this over and over until your dog gets it. If you give the reward only when he comes back to where you are, your dog is going to not understand. So you need to give the treat only when he walks freely by your side and doesn't pull.

Getting your dog to stop pulling on his leash doesn't need to be an ordeal. Just follow what I have suggested and you should have a well behaved pup in no time at all.

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