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    What a drag

    15 August 2014

    Although it might not seem like it, it is possible to get your dog to stop pulling but – and this is a big ‘but’ – once you’ve made the decision that you don’t want your dog to pull on the leash, you must never let him pull again.

    There are two good methods and both take a bit of time and patience but they definitely work.

    1 The first method is to take your dog out onto a quiet road when you have at least 20 minutes to spend on training. The minute your dog pulls, stand dead still and wait for him to sit. Don’t say anything and don’t look at him. This could take 30 seconds or 10 minutes but he will eventually sit. As soon as he does, move forward and when he pulls, stand still again. You might only take one-step forward, so don’t practice this if you need to get anywhere in a hurry! Your dog will eventually get the message that pulling causes the walk to come to a halt.

    2 Using the second method, you will turn and walk in the opposite direction every time your dog pulls on the leash. If he pulls forwards, turn around and walk away. If he pulls to the left, turn and walk to the right and so on. Don’t be hesitant; walk firmly and with purpose and he’ll soon get the message. A word of caution: don’t use a choke chain on your dog. It won’t stop him from pulling and could seriously damage his throat over time. Rather use a half choke collar or a standard collar.

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