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 Greeting a Dog Properly (mp3, 3,196KB)

Let’s Go! My students’ most common complaints is how poorly their dogs walk on the leash-the pulling,the lunging, the refusing to move forward. The good news is that you can teach your dog the mechanics of a walk that will be fun for both of you. Let’s Go Before you can teach a dog to walk on a leash you have to know exactly what you’re asking of your dog. Puppies first of all are unfamiliar with the concept of wearing a collar and leash. Playing with your pup while he first wears the gear will help. All commands must be given in a happy tone not a firm one. all parents and family must agree to use the same command for the same behavior and not change it day to day. Imagine traffic lights changing the meaning every day how confusing and stressful. If my dog could speak, they would tell you that Let’s Go means they have to walk at my left side, their front legs even with my legs, keeping reasonable eye contact with me so they can change direction or stop when I do. They can’t sniff the ground, randomly stop,bark,lunge,or cut in front of me. They can’t go to the bathroom and mark every tree. Let’s go means we’re taking a controlled walk. But because this type of walk doesn’t allow the dog to sniff,explore,go potty or just be a dog, I release him by saying,”OK,go play!”

1. Have your dog sitting at your left side or standing. In a distraction free environment. Have treats ready in your treat pouch ready. 2. Say you dog’s name and “Let’s Go,” take a step or two forward and treat your dog then place him in a sit and treat. 3. After a few successful steps forward, reward your dog and then release him. “Ok, go play!” 4. If the dog lunges ahead stop and stand like a tree or turn the opposite direction of the dog. If he is on your left side as he should be you would turn to the right quickly to surprise the dog for not paying attention to you the goal is to do this before his chest has passed your leg. 5. After many successful attempts begin to add distractions.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - CPR
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Switching to Adult Food from Puppy Food
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Switching to Adult Food from Puppy Food
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Achieving Balance   TRAINING TIP
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Why does your dog bury treats or toys?
Thursday, June 10, 2010 - Dog Agility   TRAINING TIP
Thursday, June 10, 2010 - Spin   TRICK TIP
Thursday, June 10, 2010 - How To Stop Separation Anxiety In Dogs   TRAINING TIP
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - Dog Insurance
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - Teaching Dog Tricks   TRICK TIP
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - Let's Go Leash walking   TRAINING TIP
Friday, May 28, 2010 - Go Natural
Friday, May 28, 2010 - Go Natural
Monday, May 24, 2010 - The Perfect Garden Dog   TRAINING TIP
Monday, May 24, 2010 - The Perfect Garden Dog   TRAINING TIP
Monday, May 24, 2010 - Go Natural
Monday, May 24, 2010 - Go Natural
Thursday, March 25, 2010 - Recall Outside   TRAINING TIP
Thursday, March 25, 2010 - Herbs for Arthritis
Friday, February 26, 2010 - Meat Eater
Monday, February 8, 2010 - It is cold out side so spice up your pets diet.
Monday, December 21, 2009 - HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Friday, August 21, 2009 - Teaching the whistle for a recall   TRAINING TIP
Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Events and Pets eating poop and anal glands health.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 - Socialization worksheet   TRAINING TIP
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 - We are currently seeking Volunteers
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 - Drop it   TRICK TIP
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 - An unusual new sight for a new puppy   TRAINING TIP
Monday, March 23, 2009 - HELP volunteers/foster or tax right off
Wednesday, February 4, 2009 - Teach your dog to shake hands.   TRICK TIP
Monday, February 2, 2009 - Teach the dog to come.   TRAINING TIP
Wednesday, January 21, 2009 - Pet Owners Beware
Friday, December 19, 2008 - Shake hands   TRICK TIP
Thursday, December 18, 2008 - Through the k-9 eyes   TRAINING TIP
Thursday, December 4, 2008 - Thinking of buying a new dog for Christmas?
Tuesday, October 14, 2008 - Jumping Up   TRAINING TIP
Monday, October 13, 2008 - Prevent Halloween Havoc
Friday, August 29, 2008 - Submissive Urination   TRAINING TIP
Friday, August 28, 2008 - October 25th : Saturday Mcnallys & Sanors Dog fest 1st.
Tuesday, July 9, 2008 - A. Guarding behaviors   TRAINING TIP
Tuesday, July 8, 2008 - All dog Food i not created equal
Friday, June 6, 2008 - Summer and heat and other prevention tips
Monday, April 21, 2008 - Spring is in the air so please beware: Things you did not know could harm your pet.
Friday, March 7, 2008 - Spring is coming I promise & so are the fleas

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