I have a 4 month old pit bull whom i've had for about 3 weeks now. The problem is he doesent want to walk on a leash. When i take him in the front yard on his leash he seems ok, but when i try to leave the yard he drags himself and trys to back peddle. I did some reading and i saw how you have to show the dog who's boss and just keep walking with out dragging them and they will catch on. Well i tried this and it ended up being horrible. when i walked him it was dark outside so i couldent see but he rubbed some of his pads on his paws raw. I couldent see this until i got home where there was light. i feel horrible about now, wish it was me not him. Why wont he walk? I've had about 8 dogs in my life time and they all were eager to walk. they would be pulling on the leash trying to go forward where as he's the opposite. He's not a shy dog either, he just refuses to walk on the leash. I've tried treats and have had him wearing his leash around the house. Is he still to young?
2007-03-01 16:52:09 · 13 answers · asked by adam v 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
try to walk the dog in the morning and with a harness rather than a leash. i had a horrible expierence when i tried to walk my pup at night. he would not go and was afraid of everything that moved. when i took him in the day time he was very eager. i had to try different collars, leashes, and harnesses to see which worked the best.
with a regular collar he'd pull himself till he started to choke himself. then with a harness he'd jst pull like i was on a sled team. then i got the gentle leader. he would try to rub his nose on the ground trying to get it off. but eventually the leader won. he does it from time to time trying to get it off, but most of the time he walks almost next to me.
good luck.
2007-03-01 17:03:14 · answer #1 · answered by hydez2002 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With this puppy dragging and ignoring will not work. You will have to put the leash on and make it a GOOD thing. Talk in a happy, high pitched voice... Give treats, have fun. Make sure you are in a private area that isn't too scary to him.
When you want to walk, go to the end of the leash and call the puppy - once again in a happy, high pitched voice... "Come on puppy!!! Let's go!!!" Have a treat ready and when he starts to walk say "YAY!!! Good puppy!!" and give the treat. If you NEED to then give a little tug on the leash until he gets up and starts walking, but don't drag. Keep repeating... Eventually the pup should start to walk with you.
When he does start to walk, just keep saying "Yay! Good puppy!" and giving treats... Do not focus too much yet on other things such as healing & not pulling on the leash. When he first starts to walk just let him do what he wants and let him have a good time.
It may be a slow process. Have patience and always be happy. If you feel yourself getting impatient or angry, then just stop for the day. Try again when you are in a good mood. The puppy needs to think it is fun and exciting.
Good luck!!
2007-03-01 17:10:45 · answer #2 · answered by Kerstone Shepherds 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with two previous people above in combination. First, get a harness that doesn't pull on his neck. If he willingly walks around the yard, walk him around the yard in the daylight for a week or two with no pressure on him to do more. Leave the harness on him so he gets used to it. Spend the most quality time with him giving him praise for walking in the yard. Play with him in the yard so he gets excited to see the leash. Bull dogs are very stubborn dogs and once their mind is set - well, they just are bullheaded. Work at his pace and quit while you are feeling success leaving each session on a happy note.
My daughter leaves a leash on a dog in the house when training and has had great success. She ties them to the couch or whatever and moves them from room to room with her. That may help with leash training and housebreaking as you are watching the puppy all of the time, he is always ready to go out and you can show the puppy where he is supposed to do his thing at the onset of a mistake -p plus - in this case - he knows he is going to wear a leash and harness whether he likes it or not.
2007-03-01 17:30:40 · answer #3 · answered by Susan H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, he's definitely not used to being on a leash anywhere except in the yard. Take him on walks around the entire yard while on the leash. After a month or so, walk him just a few feet from the yard. Gradually extend the distance you walk - even if it's only a few inches each day.
2007-03-01 17:01:48 · answer #4 · answered by dmspartan2000 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all, use a harness instead of a collar, as it is less frighteneing. Take your dog (either carry or in car) a bolck from home, and then walk him back toward home. A dog will walk BACK to his home much better then walking away..Increase the distance that you take him from home until he is walking well..
I don't know what idiot told you to drag him, but you were VERY misinformed..there is always an 'expert' around that advocates cruelty!
2007-03-01 18:47:43 · answer #5 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A dog should be trained on how to eat, walk with you, not to bark, potty training and sleep on its place etc. You can teach anything to your puppy, dogs get trained easily with some good instructions. If you want some good training tips visit https://tr.im/gsrNo
If properly trained, they should also understand whistle and gesture equivalents for all the relevant commands, e.g. short whistle or finger raised sit, long whistle or flat hand lay down, and so on.
It's important that they also get gestures and whistles as voice may not be sufficient over long distances and under certain circumstances.
2016-04-24 03:16:53 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It takes time to leash train any puppy. Give his pads time to heal and gently work with him each time you take him out. When leaving the yard with him try to pick him up and place him on the sidewalk to show him that it is okay for him to leave the yard. If this doesn't work after a few times talk to your Vet about the problem and he/she will have more suggestions.
2007-03-01 17:02:41 · answer #7 · answered by hidingfrom_everyone 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I owed three pits in my lifetime and had them since there were young till there were full grown, pitbulls are very stuborn dogs, they get bored easy so you tend to change there routine, even though hes not shy does not mean that he is nervous or scared to leave your property, if you drive try going somewhere hes not familliar with and see how he reacts, look at his tail and if his tail is between his legs you know hes scared so you will have to encourage him that everything is fine, if there is a park which is enclosed let him loose and play fetch, then try walking him back to the car and see if it works
2007-03-01 17:59:25 · answer #8 · answered by ashlar282 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all he is not to young I just trained my 13 week old boxer to lead. He is coming close to the age were they have stubborn streaks they can be hard to work through.Try making the walk more fun for him, taking along his favorite toy is a great way to encourage him to walk forward( especially if it has a squeaker). Basically turn the walk into a game of "catch me" jump around and act silly do any thing it takes to get him excited so he will want chase you to get his toy .
2007-03-01 17:28:08 · answer #9 · answered by smiley 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I might try basically getting him to walk with you up until he gets hesitant and starts pulling,then stopping to comfort him.If you can pick him up and take him to an unknown spot,then then set him down and let him sniff around,what you,re doing there is breaking his habit and fear of where hes not used to being by actually having him in your arms,trustingly,there by giving him more comfort.Also,if he folllows you around in the house,let himfollow you around outside if you can.He,s still young,so be patient.It is a dogs' nature to roam and explore.pit bulls are great dogs,so dont get frustrated.He'll get there.just be creative about how to teach him.
2007-03-01 17:15:46 · answer #10 · answered by spencervolk 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋