5 Easy Steps to Leash Train Your Dog

I find that many dog owners stress out over how to leash train their dog.  The truth is that it's not that hard to do if you follow the simple leash training steps listed below...

1. Begin by placing the collar and leash on your dog while he eats, letting the leash hang loosely by his side. This allows your dog to associate the leash with something pleasant (food) and helps him get used to having a collar around his neck.
   
   
2. After two or three days, take the leash in your hand and follow him around the house for a few minutes after he's eaten. Do this for longer and longer periods, until your dog is used to both the leash and having you walk beside him.
   Next, go outside and let your dog drag the leash around, occasionally picking up the leash and following him. Offer a treat while showing the leash.
   
3. While walking, hold the leash in your right hand and coax your dog along your left side by holding a treat in your left hand. As you walk, repeat the phrase, "Let's go!" Praise your dog when he does well.
   
   
4. If your dog starts to pull forward, do a clockwise turn and walk in another direction; the leash will pull his head to the side so he'll have to hurry to catch up with you. Repeat this exercise until your dog learns that if he wants to walk beside you and receive your praise, he'll have to stay by your side.

 That's it!

Follow these instructions closely and within a very short time you will leash train your dog and be able to enjoy the great outdoors with your best friend.

Learn more about leash training your dog.