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Dog Leash - A Great Training Tool
Published: 11/22/2010
Dog Leash - A Great Training Tool
The leash is a great tool for distance training. It allows freedom to explore while still leaving you in complete control. As a training tool, you can use it informally during walks to reinforce the following commands:
Name: Call out your puppy's name enthusiastically: If he looks at you, praise him. If he ignores you, gently snap the leash, say "No," and then praise him once you have his attention.
Wait: Begin to command your puppy to stop 3 feet in front of you with this command. If your dog continues forward, gently snap the leash and say "No, Wait." Increase your distance to 6 feet, 8 feet, 12 feet, 16 feet, and 26 feet in front of you.
Sit-Stay: Use the Flexi-Lead to increase your distance control. Increase your distance incrementally.
Heel: Use this command to call your puppy back to your side. Call out his name and then command "Heel" as you slap your leg. Praise your puppy as he responds; then walk a short distance before you stop to release him.
No: Whenever he is focusing on something he should not be, gently snap the leash and say "No!" Immediately refocus his attention with a toy, stick, or command.
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