subject: Do You Have A Dog That's Always Pulling You? Well Here Are Some Tips To Stop Dog Pulling [print this page] If you have a dog that you frequently take out for a walk you would quite definitely have experienced him pulling on the leash forcing you to go where he wants. Guess you have tried several means of putting an end to this, but have you been successful yet? If not, here are some tips that you could still try out and be assured of success.
The heel command is no doubt one of the most tried and tested ways to get your dog to listen to you. Never forget the collar and leash which are to be compulsorily worn by your pet dog. You need to make a conscious effort to walk properly if you want your dog to do the same.
Start walking in a straight line ensuring that you put your left leg forward first. If your dog tries to pull you do not attempt to pull him back towards you. What you should do then is abruptly stop walking, making him understand that you will not be pulled.
This technique will force him also to stop, and eventually he will stop pulling you and learn to walk at your heel only. This is the easiest method of trying to stop dog pulling, with no need for any other specific commands.
Distract your dog with sudden and conflicting movements on his leash while he is in the act of pulling you towards him. However, make sure you time your movements on the leash before he reaches its very end. Such unpredictable movements will force him to concentrate on where you are heading and while figuring out the directions, he might forget his task of pulling you along.
Eventually he will come to you and the moment he does, bend down and give him some encouragement by patting him and probably feeding him a biscuit. Keep your cool and be tolerant with him. Scolding to stop dog pulling will not yield any positive response from him.
When training your dog how to stop dog pulling you should be the one to make rules and never be lenient on them. Take a decision that you will in no way allow him to drag you and counter this act each time he attempts to pull you forward. If you permit him alternatively to drag you sometimes and at other times restrain him, your dog will only end up becoming confused about the whole affair. So always be firm in your rules and stick to them.
Training your dog to walk on a leash without pulling requires a lot of practice. Never stop dog pulling training after a couple of days. You will have to keep practicing until your dog gets the hang of what you are implying. Be lavish with praise and rewards when he obeys you in the right manner, and soon he will become trained in leash walking.
If none of the above mentioned tactics are effective, then it is best to resort to a training tool to aid you. The market is flooded with a variety of such equipment, which includes head halters, gentle leaders, prong collars, easy walk harness and so on to help. You can get the advice of a professional trainer who will be able to tell you which device will suit your dog best.
