Dog Walking Techniques

Training your dog to walk properly on a leash can be an adventure in itself, with the world and its many enticing smells, distractions and best of all people.  Therefore, we have compiled a short list of tips to make this Dog Walking extravaganza a bit more bearable for the both of you. 

Sit, Wait and Heel: The three basic commands for you and your dog, are as follows: Sit, Stay and Heel.  Each command ensures that you are in control, as opposed to it being the other way around.  These commands are particularly important for the larger dogs, being that they can be a bit of a hassle when they catch the sent of something interesting. 

Sit: Therefore, in order to maintain a mutual understanding with who really is in control, use the command “Sit” before putting the leash onto your furry companion. The sit command can be used to train dogs when to versus when not to cross certain areas, when on a retractable leash, and prevents any fuss when your loveable friend is excited to go on that midday walk. 

Wait: Also, the command “wait”, ensures that your pet waits for you to say when it is time to walk out the door, as opposed to being drug out the door only to realize you forgot your keys in the house after locking the door behind you.  This command ensures that you are always in control of when you and your pet walks, as well as who he or she can jump on or play with. 

Heel: The good old fashioned “heel” command keeps your dog at the left of right of your heel. It's best to pick one side, to avoid any involuntary leash tangling (sabotage) or tripping.  Training your pet to heel on one side, saves you both the confusion, skinned knees and trips to the doctor.  Therefore, this command is key when training your dog to walk on a leash properly. 

I hope that you all enjoyed reading this guide chalk full of tips, tricks and thoughts to keep in mind when caring for you and your adventurous pet.  These tips, if applied consistently and properly, will pave a path to success, love and exceptional memories that both you and your pet will never forget.