Initially, dogs don't like being led on a leash. If they can have their way, they would rather not be restrained. This really is specifically more so if the dog is one from among the active type of breed. This is why your dog needs to be trained to get used to walking with a leash as early as possible. The following are techniques to ease your dog in getting used to the leash.
The first time is typically the hardest. When you try to attach the leash to your dog for the first time, try attaching the leash hen the puppy is at his best mood. Better yet, attach the leash while the pup is eating. The idea is to attach the leash the first time associating it with happy occasion or at least occasions that are non- threatening. As much as possible, remember to never attach the leash to your dog in ways that will be translated as punishment.
Initially, the dog will jump, pull, nip, whine, and show fear when leashed. There are many good reasons for this. But aside from its natural tendency to refuse restraints, the first experience with the leash must not have been pleasant. Check whether the leash is too heavy for the puppy, and check if the collar is too tight. Being leashed is not pleasant for any creature. The best thing to do is to at least make the leash very comfortable. That one resolved it is now time to take the dog for quick walks around the yard.
Attach the leash to the pup and encourage him to walk on his own. Do not hold the leash yet. Encourage the puppy to come to you and when it does, give the dog treats. The idea is to get the dog get used to the idea of walking with a leash. Do this for a few days until the dog is familiar with walking with the leash.
After a few days the pup will appear comfortable already, hold the leash for brief periods of time, but let the puppy guide the way. Go with his phase. Do not pull at the leash yet, during this initial stage, it is best to give the dog his space. Remember that you are still inside the home or within the confines of your yard. This really is already control. If the pup insists on going to places where you do not want him to (like digging on a flowerbed for example) and you are tempted to tug at the leash, carry the puppy instead, then move to another location.
You could already take a more firm control when the puppy appears to be comfortable being restrained. Tug gently at the leash when he wanders to places that are not good for him. Be gentle when doing so to minimize the threat as much as possible.
Eventually the pup will not mind being restrained with a leash. If in your judgment the time is good, that would be the time to take the dog out. Then it will be a real walk in the park.
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