A complete guide to dog walking training: from indoors to outdoors
Dog walking training is an important lesson in the growth process of dogs, especially for puppies. Learning to follow the owner's pace is the first step towards free walking. The following are detailed training steps to help you gradually guide your dog to become an elegant walker.
A complete guide to dog walking training: from indoors to outdoors
Dog walking training is an important lesson in the growth process of dogs, especially for puppies. Learning to follow the owner's pace is the first step towards free walking. The following are detailed training steps to help you gradually guide your dog to become an elegant walker.
Preparation before going
Measure the dog's neck circumference and choose a suitable collar.
Prepare an ordinary round flat collar.
Choose a leash about 1.5 meters long.
Step 1: Indoor training
Train the "lean on me" command at home to let the dog learn to stay by your side.
On the basis that the dog has learned to lean on me, let it walk by your side.
Hold reward snacks in hand to keep the dog's attention on you.
When the dog follows and stops, when you stop, give rewards.
If the dog walks too fast, call it back and start again.
Step 2: Open indoor training
The dog has initially learned to follow, always pay attention to your hand.
Put on a collar and leash, and train in the corridor or indoor space with limited space.
Wrap the leash around your hand and keep a close distance with the dog.
Start walking. If the dog walks in front of you or the leash is obviously tilted, stop walking and call it back.
If the dog follows you obediently or stares at your hand, give it a reward.
Patience and repetition are the keys.
Step 3: Street training
Go outside and still straighten the leash.
If the dog is ahead of you, stop walking immediately.
Gently pull the dog back to your side and continue walking.
Try to change direction or turn around at the intersection.
Strictly implement the "red stop green go" rule, that is, continue walking if the dog follows correctly, and stop immediately if walking too fast.
About P chain
The P chain is a collar suitable for small dogs, which can control the inner diameter of the collar to prevent the dog from slipping out easily. However, for novices, it is not recommended to use the P chain directly for follow-up training, because improper use may hurt the dog's neck.
Training to follow requires patience and rules. Don't easily compromise the curiosity of dogs, especially medium and large dogs. Training your dog to walk well is crucial to his future street manners. It is not recommended to buy a retractable leash or harness when he is a puppy, as this may encourage the dog to rush.
