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Walk
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Going for a Walk
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Dogs love to go for walks, but they don't want to be pulled and tugged. Teaching your dog how to walk without pulling will help both of you to enjoy your time together. |
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Leash
training for puppies: (Always work in a fenced in area)
• Start by attaching a light-weight leash to your puppy's collar. • Drop the leash and let the puppy drag it around. •
Call your puppy, tell her "good girl", hug her, • Leave the leash on for only a few minutes and • Do this several times over a few days and pretty soon |
Walking on a leash:
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Tip!
| How to Improve Your Dog's Walking Skills |
Here
are some things that are fun and help your dog
to pay attention.
They're best to do after
your
dog understands how to 'walk on a leash'.
If
you like,
bring along some treats.
Activity
#1
As
you're walking, call your dog's name and then say,
"Come!"
Immediately, start walking backwards.
Your dog should turn
around and walk or run happily
towards
you.
While you're
backing up, gather
up the leash
as
your dog gets
closer to you.
Let your dog catch up to you and praise him.
Activity
#2
During
your walk, gently turn around and go the opposite direction
calling your dog
so he goes with you. You will now be walking
in the opposite direction, both going the same way. You can
do this many times
so he learns to go wherever you go.
Activity
#3
While
walking, make unexpected left turns, right turns,
zigzags. Praise your dog.
Activity
#4
While
walking, go fast, slow, and then back to normal pace.
All of these things not only make walking fun, but keeps the dog's attention on you.
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Walking your dog is good for your dog and good for you. Walking keeps both of you healthy and your bones strong. Spending time with your dog is important. The more your dog knows you, the better he will understand what you want. Take a walk everyday, even if it's for just a couple of minutes. If your dog is too strong for you, invite your parents to come along. Have a nice walk! |
NEVER leave a choke collar on a dog when she is alone. Most people use nice collars that can't choke dogs now. You might want to try one of those when you train your dog. |
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