Leash Training

Modules

1. 01Why Pulling HappensPulling isn't dominance. It isn't disobedience. It's reinforcement — every pull that gets the dog closer to something interesting teaches them pulling works.4 min·Beginner
2. 02Choosing the Right GearEquipment shapes the conversation. The right harness makes loose-leash easy; the wrong collar makes it impossible.5 min·Beginner
3. 03Indoor FoundationsLoose leash is taught in your living room before it's tested on a sidewalk. Skip this step and street training fails.6 min·Beginner
4. 04The Backyard StageThe bridge between living room and sidewalk. Skipping this is the #1 reason street training collapses.5 min·Beginner
5. 05The Sidewalk StageFirst real-world walks. Expect them to be 50% slower than 'normal' walks for the first month. That's how it works.6 min·Intermediate
6. 06Real-World DistractionsDogs across the street, kids on scooters, squirrels. The systematic way to add real-world chaos.6 min·Intermediate
7. 07Common MistakesThe five errors that stall 90% of loose-leash training.4 min·Intermediate
8. 08Graduation ChecklistMarkers that mean your loose-leash training is real, not luck.3 min·Beginner

The plan

1. 01Start in your living room — reward every step at your side
2. 02Move to the hallway, then backyard, then quiet street
3. 03Stop the instant the leash tightens; resume when it loosens
4. 04Use a front-clip harness while teaching
5. 05Practice 5 minutes daily, not one long weekly session

Common mistakes

• ✗Letting the puppy pull because 'they're little'
• ✗Long retractable leashes during training
• ✗Skipping indoor practice and going straight to the street

FAQ

What harness is best?

Front-clip harnesses (like the Balance Harness or Freedom Harness) discourage pulling without choking.

How long until they walk nicely?

Most puppies show real progress in 2–4 weeks of daily practice. Mastery takes months.