you know you need to add this to your to-do list if when you take your dog for a walk you feel like instead, your dog is the one walking you! this skill helps your dog know that you are in charge of the walk and that you are the alpha in the pack. although there are many methods that can be effective in teaching your dog to walk alongside you, there is one that we find especially effective –lure …

but it can be really beneficial, for both you and your pooch, if your dog understands a heel cue to keep them close when you cross traffic or walk past lots of people. teaching a dog to walk on leash, especially in heel position, takes lots of patience, practice, and positive reinforcement. a reinforcer is something your dog loves, is small, and is easy to provide. leave your hand out in front of them so that they must move forward …

it can take a few weeks before you can go for a full-length walk and expect your puppy to walk on a loose leash next to you. now let’s go into a routine to help get your puppy in the right working mindset and focused on following you so you can start working toward achieving those loose-leash walks with your puppy! while walking forward or, changing directions you will give the command “heel” to your puppy to keep them alongside …