| Dogs are often called as man's best friend and they | | | | - When the dog is on the leash, always bring them |
| act like humans from time to time. They don't like to | | | | back and command them to sit before you open the |
| be pushed around. If you push their chest, they | | | | door. Don't open the door until the dog is calm and |
| would also retaliate by pushing back. It is not | | | | collected for you are trying to control them and |
| advisable to push them around especially if you are | | | | avoid letting them control you. |
| trying to walk an untrained dog. The more you pull | | | | - You can now proceed to walking on the sidewalk |
| the collar against their necks, the harder they will also | | | | but provide the dog the freedom to walk by holding |
| pull away from you. It is natural for dogs to do that | | | | the leash while keeping it loose at the same time. If |
| but you can still be able to train and help your dog. | | | | the dog moves too fast then just stop and pull the |
| - The walk does not start when you hit the sidewalk | | | | leash but don't yank it, command the dog to sit and |
| but it starts when you pick the leash up. Dogs are | | | | stay then wait for ten seconds before moving again. |
| smart and they would be energized when they see | | | | - Always praise and reward your dog when the dog |
| opportunities for them to go out and enjoy the sun. | | | | walks correctly. |
| Avoid connecting the leash to the collar when you | | | | - Always keep your dog to your left and don't let |
| see them begging, dancing and staring at you while | | | | your dog cross paths or you will be exhausted when |
| you are holding the collar for you are just rewarding | | | | they do it. Control the pace and the path but give |
| them with something that you do not want them to | | | | them freedom to move by keeping the leash loose. |
| do. | | | | Always do your part and avoid punishing them. Dogs |
| - Always instruct the dog to sit and stay when you | | | | are sensitive animals so you should always give them |
| have the leash in your hand. If the dog already | | | | the tender, loving care they deserve while at the |
| knows this command then things will work out faster. | | | | same time giving them clear instructions on proper |
| If not, they will soon learn it. Don't forget to tap the | | | | behavior. When you learn to control your dog instead |
| head of the dog or give some freebies every time | | | | of having the animal control you, walk times will be |
| the dog follows your command. | | | | an enjoyable time for both you and your dog. |