When should you begin lease training your puppy?
Your dog slowly learns how to interact with his surroundings. When he's weaned, has been to the vet, and has received all of his immunisations, it'll be the best time to train him to walk. This is usually around the age of two and a half months.
What are the benefits of teaching a dog to walk on a leash?
Teaching a dog to walk on a leash is critical. Here are some of the reasons why all owners should teach their dogs or puppies to walk on a leash:
- You will undoubtedly become frustrated if your dog pulls on the leash. You may lose patience or hate walking the dog before walking because of this aggravation. You may even resort to punishment, which will negatively impact your connection with your four-legged companion.
- If your dog feels like he "needs" to struggle with the leash all of the time, he will become frustrated. Your dog may become aggressive or agitated as a result of this. And he's more likely to pose a threat to other dogs in that state.
- Pulling on your dog friend's leash all of the time can be harmful to his health. It could injure your neck and put additional strain on your joints.
- The tension on a leash (whether it's long or short) is crucial since it allows you to communicate with your dog. If your dog's leash tightens unexpectedly, it could indicate that they are afraid or ready to fight. Similarly, the way you hold the leash communicates your feelings to your dog.
- Finally, leash training your dog is critical because you care about your dog and want to keep it safe.
How to train your dog with a leash
It's time to transition from a collar to a leash once your dog has gotten acclimated to wearing one. Do it in this order so that your dog may gradually become accustomed to it.
For the first several days, expose your dog to the leash by allowing him to view, bite, and sniff it. It's time to put the leash on the collar after your dog understands it. You don't have to grip the leash at this point; instead, you should let it hang slack while inviting him to play. It's natural for the dog to be startled, bite her, or flee. Remove it if you notice your dog becoming agitated. Remember to take small steps forward and reward yourself for each accomplishment.
Repeat the leash games after around 3 days, but hold one end of the leash this time. Don't use force to drag him back if he tries to flee. Allow your dog to feel the tug when the leash expands to prevent them from becoming scared. Continue to play with him as if nothing has happened.
Each step should not take longer than 10 minutes, whether using the collar or the leash. If your dog isn't interested in his accessories, you can extend the training for a few minutes further, but not too much.