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			How to Train a Dog: Walking Nicely by Cris Waller Article Rating = 4.17 (57 votes)

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Category: Animals & Pets : Dogs If you haven't read it already, please read my article "The Basics" for an intro to training. This method relies on the fact that dogs out for a walk like to go somewhere. It is very effective. Step 1 Put your dog on a leash, preferably a 4-foot one. From now on, you will tolerate no pulling. Every time the dog pulls, immediately stop. Plant your feet and do not move. As long as the dog pulls, stay stationary. But, the minute the dog lets up the tension on the leash, praise and continue walking! Don't expect to get very far the first walk. You may not even get out the door! When the dog is properly close to you, give praise and an occasional treat- and the opportunity to keep walking! Step 2 Most dogs learn very quickly that they don't get to go anywhere if they pull. If you have a really recalcitrant dog, instead of just stopping, every time the dog pulls, quickly turn and walk in the opposite direction. Be prepared to get a bit dizzy! As soon as this method starts having results, switch back to just stopping. Step 3 If you have a very large or strong dog, consider using a head halter. These work like the bridle on a horse- where the head goes, the body must follow. They are not muzzles. A couple popular brands are Halti and Gentle Leader. It is impossible for a dog to pull while wearing a head halter. About the author... Submitted By Cris Waller Description Dog person Web Page http://members.tripod.com/antique_fcr Other Articles in this Category How to Train a Dog: Come by Cris Waller How to Train a Dog: Down by Cris Waller How to Train a Dog: The Basics by Cris Waller How to Keep Your Dog From Digging In Your OutdoorFlower Pots by Roseanne Smith How to Train a Dog: Stay by Cris Waller Choosing a Dog... Where to Find a Dog (and where *not* to!) by crisw How to Train a Dog: Sit by Cris Waller How to Train a Dog: Housebreaking by Cris Waller How to Figure Out the Cost of Keeping a Dog for a Year by crisw Choosing a Dog... How To Find a Reputable Breeder by crisw Choosing a Dog... Picking a Breed by crisw How to Deter Neighborhood Dogs from Using Your Yard as a Bathroom by ckeeta Choosing a Dog... Puppy or Adult? by crisw Choosing a Dog... Purebred or Mixed-Breed? by crisw How to Decrease the Size of Skin Cysts on Your Dog by Brenda Schultheis Choosing a Dog... Indoor or Outdoor? by crisw Other Sites Storkin.com - Baby and Pregnancy Tips and Discussion AppShopper - iPhone Apps and Deals Health Articles Menopause Symptoms HIV/AIDS Symptoms West Nile Symptoms Diabetes Symptoms Pregnancy Symptoms Read other Articles - click here.