Filled with highs and lows, our canine companions have good and bad days just like we do, so it’s important to be realistic about how long training a new skill or behavior will actually take. “Are you constantly choking up on the leash so that the leash is always tight?,” asks Martell. “Or are you constantly letting the leash out every time your dog pulls? Are you tense and yanking or smooth and consistent?” These are all questions that will help you refine your leash training.
Regular check-ins with your dog are super important as this will quickly let you know if they’re feeling scared or anxious, or if they’re confused or struggling. Martell uses loose leash walking as an example when it comes to illustrating this point, asking the question, “do you put the leash on your dog and then check out?”, if so, remember to keep checking in with your dog to assess how they’re doing.
“Are you helping your dog or setting them up to fail?” Martell asks, [+]
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