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What is the best way to teach a dog to walk with you without a leash2007-11-25 2:52:34

When you start the walking you will find that you will have to keep the lead tight until they have some idea what you want of them. As he improves you can let the lead slacken which will give him the ability to wander. When he does, give the choker a sharp tug at the same time say "heel"You will eventually be able to let the lead go real slack and the dog will stay by your side.

Good Luck!

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that is a bad idea. I worked in an emergency vet office, and most of the hit by cars were from people who walked their dogs off leashes. Most of the time, the owner is sobbing out that the dog always listens and never runs away, but it saw a rabbit, or wandered too far, etc.

If you loved your dogs, I wouldn't risk it if you were anywhere near a road (meaning within a couple miles- dogs can run if they want to)

Plus, most campgrounds do not allow dogs off leashes- and I have seen places kick you out or call the cops (who can issue a fine) for doing so.

If you are determined to, they first need to come to their name. Then you can get a retractable leash and practice walking them- let them go out past a normal leash and then call them in. If they do not come, press the button on the retractable leash and then reel them in.

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i have found that if you put the pet on the leash when you walk, keep the leash short and tight. no play room. plus keep the leash on the pet in the house for a couple of days and tie him to the furniture of hold in your hand till the pet gets use to the leash. after you do this for a while the pet gets use to what you want him to do.. he will stay close to you.. it takes a lot of work but it can be done. to find out more go to www.thecountrycupboardtoo.com

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They need to be leash trained first. If they have a solid "heel" on leash, try walking with them at a heel with the leash dragging (that way if they break from the heel you can step on the leash are re-heel the dog). With 3, if there is just one that is not solid and breaks away from you (when all 3 are off leash) the other will more than likely follow (I'd recommend keeping that one on a leash until it's had more training). Work diligently in your own yard and get them solid before trying this in a public area.

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always bring food if you dont put them in a leash, in that way, they are always following you...