How can i train my 2 yr old dog to walk properly? HELP?

Question

He has no previous walking experience (ever). He pulls and pulls,I've tried turning around like most books recomend but it doesn't seem to work. He also whynes/cries a lot as he's pulling (as if he's telling me to go faster or something) Its embarising, makes it seem as if im doing something wrong, even though he's the one pulling with all his might. Please help, i want to be able to take my dog for a walk where we can both enjoy it.

Answer 1

How long have you owned the dog? It doesn't sound like you have had him for 2 yrs. Why would u wait so long to train him to walk on a leash? Okay; so you should treat this dog like a pup, put the leash on him and leave him be for a while (rewind!) Always put the leash on when a dog is at a sit position and calm never reach to put the leash on. So now the leash is on let him be for a good 10-15 mins. or untill he is so calm he is laying down. Call him or walk him to the exit, be assertive. Let him know you are in charge. Sit position at door and exit "you first." At this time I personally allow my dogs to releive themselves. At least # 1. Then I call them to heal and I walk with them on each side of me. To stop him from pulling ride the collar HIGH on the neck, he won't be as strong. When he gets out of line a quick "side" tugged and a "HEY" works wonders. DON"T GET FLUSTERED! If you do he will beat you everytime.

Another way to train is to get a 15' lead and 20-30 yards of space and let the lead out and just walk (pace) back and forth, don't pay attention to him he could do a cartwheel and u could careless; why? Because your in charge and what your doing is more fun and he should join you. He'll get it after awhile, prepare yourself for a good long lesson with plenty of water for him and you. When he finally starts walking w/ you as he gets closer shorten the lead eventually he will heal to you and you can begin your nice long walk.

Either way works what you have to remember is what your doing is better for you both and getting flustered only stresses you both out. Be assertive but calm and good luck.

Answer 2

hmm yeah if i saw u walking down the sreet i'd avoid u....
i use choke chains. put it on the dog dog has to come to u. let dog in house with it (with u there never leave chain on if not home) after a bit see if he freaks as it makes the noise...if he does u have lots of work ahead of u. and u may want o seek a good trainer. if not put leash on him...work with him the house if ya can or a back yard. most don't pull in the house so just keep a short leash don't wrap it round and round ur hand...U always go out the door before the dog i make mine sit and be calm befor ewe can even open the door! ok now when he pulls u pull back and up and toward u..if he instists stop return him to your side have him sit. once he is calm again walkon.. repeat repeat repeat....

oh and the choke chain will not work if it is not at top of neck behind ears loop that touchs dog need to be kinda by ear on the side u are NOT on the loop that the leash goes on must doulbe over itself. u will have to do this atleast 2 times aday or for a really long walk...if u are still haveing problem in about 2-3 weeks and the dog is still walking u i would really invest in a trainer.

good luck it's gonna take time and if u have not a clue(not being rude) a trainer is ur best bet.

Answer 3

We used a choke collar to train our dog and also the command "heal" while walking , you need to lead your dog , not the other way around. He should be by your side at all times. Buy a shorter leash also; make sure it's only about a foot or 2 long. that way there is no pulling, once your dog has learned how to heal/walk by your side buy a longer leash. You are the alfa dog!prove it to our dog by taking control of the walks.

Answer 4

If you can't afford to put him in obedience classes then buy a head harness. Here is a site so you can see what I am talking about.
http://www.mightypets.com/product.asp?3=878

I used this on my 90 pound golden pup. He imediantly stopped pulling. it works great like magic. It won't hurt them at all. when you first start using it he will put on a display about how bad it is, like furiously pawing at his head, pulling back, or other drama. Ignore these, he will get used to it quickly, it doesn't hurt him. He will still be able to walk and sniff and open his mouth. All this gentle leader will do is give you control of his head, he body follows his head.

good luck.

Answer 5

I have a dog that does exactly the same....he barks and screams as if he has never been out before...it could be the breeding...mine has collie and corgi in it..so corgis are yappy and collies love loads of exercise and get excited when out. I put a harness on my dog as he is 14 yrs old now...yeh and hes still the same lol...but on a younger dog I would recommend a halti :)

Answer 6

You didn't say how long you've had the dog. Did you just get him? Or was he a puppy when you got him? If you just got him you have a lot of training to do. A gentle lead might help. Or if you have the money take him to a trainer. If you got him when he was a puppy then you should have trained him when he was a puppy.

Answer 7

What I had to do to stop my dog from pulling, was to allow him to pull and then stop myself dead in my tracks. The dog kept going and choked himself a few times, once he even flipped, but eventually he paid attention to me and then just a small tug and the word heel would get his attention.

Answer 8

you could get a trainer or you could purchase a gentle leader or you could put the chain at the top of the neck where it is the most tender and he wont want to pull

Answer 9

leave a leash on him outside for a day or two to get him used to it and try a harness while you are walking. or if you have a 6' leash you can wrap it like a harness instead of buying one.

Answer 10

Use a leash short enough that you can control him; you have to be the dominant personality, or he's going to take control and drag you everywhere.