Leash Training Puppies In 3 Quick Steps

Leash training puppies can be a simple preventative measure to the stress of a disobedient untrained dog. While you actually CAN teach an old dog new tricks, it's far simpler to teach a young dog all the tricks they'll need to know. I'll take you through the steps that can make your pup behave on it's leash in under a week with patience and persistence.

1. The first step is introducing the collar. Leash training puppies is a slow task in the respect that even the little things like this need to be treated as actual steps. Puppies are not going to like the collar the first time you put it on them. When leash training puppies, it's important to use lots of rewards and distraction. Distract your puppy with play and treats then put the collar on. Keep giving your puppy attention. He'll try desperately to get the collar off. Wait until he resigns and accepts his fate.

2. The second step in leash training puppies is the introduction to the leash. Once your puppy starts to get comfortable with the fact that he's wearing a collar, put the leash on the collar, but let it hang. It's not time to walk your dog just yet. Watch your puppy roam around with the leash attached. Make sure to let him roam around with it until he's stopped his attempts to remove it. When leash training puppies, it's not uncommon to see your puppy gnawing on the leash in an attempt to escape.

3. The final step is to leash training puppies is the actual walking part. Make sure that the leash is always hanging loosely. If he's pulling, simply stop walking. Your puppy wants to go forward, don't let your pup think that by pulling, he's going to get what he wants. Wait until he stops pulling and comes back to your side to continue walking. Positive reinforcement can be very useful. Lots of praise and treats are in order when he's doing what is expected.

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