PetsTried-and-true tip
Stop when the leash goes tight
Stop when the leash goes tight so your dog learns that a loose leash means moving on.
- Time
- ⏱ 10 min pro Spaziergang
- Difficulty
- ◆ medium
What you need
- Leash
- Treats
How to do it
- Notice when the leash tightens.
- Stop or step back a few paces.
- Walk on as soon as the leash is loose.
- Reward the loose leash.
Variations
- Start in a quiet place, then add more distractions.
Sources
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- zooplus.de (opens in a new tab)
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