You're on a pleasant walk with your dog, and your dog startles you by pulling the leash. It’s probably common by now that you must have noticed your dog doing this. Holding your dog back and pulling the leash could just frustrate the both of you. So let's first get to the root cause of why dogs do this.
Your pet can sometimes be like a toddler who's trying to run away. Maybe it caught something interesting that made them excited, built curiosity, and boosted their high energy levels as well as their natural instinct to explore and lead. Interesting sights, smells, desires, and social interactions can cause this too.
How do we address this issue?
1. Providing positive reinforcement, consistent training, comfortable equipment, and regular exercise can help your dog stay calm and not get distracted on a walk.
3: Use a proper collar: A collar that fits properly shouldn’t be tight and shouldn't slide up the dog’s neck. One good way to check is that your hand should slide between the dog's neck and the collar to ensure it's secure.
What’s the one word that stops your dog from pulling on the leash?
Saying 'stop’ and standing still: Whenever your dog pulls, just stop. (Be a tree, for instance.) Refuse to let them go in the direction they want. By doing this, your dog learns that pulling is ineffective. Stand still with your hips so you cannot be easily pulled by arm strength.
How would your dog react to this?
Once your dog notices the refusal, it will stop pulling and return to the initial direction. This loose leash indicates you can take the lead. Then, go ahead and start walking again.
You have to understand that this method requires patience. The dog will take time to understand. This consistent method can help you keep your dog from pulling away.
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