Keeping your dogs leash training lessens short and regular will help retain your dogs attention and therefore greatly reduce the time it takes to leash train your puppy. Puppy leash training will require a certain amount of patients and persistence, but the rewards far outweigh the effort. Walking with a well-trained puppy on a leash can play a huge part in both you and your puppy's fitness.
For successful leash training it's important the have the right type of collar. One of the first things to get right when leash training your puppy is its collar, too tight and your puppy will be agitated and become distracted, too loose, and your puppy may brake free.
While leash training, choke chains can offer better control for the owner than a dog harness, as harnesses can give dogs more pulling power. Choke chains left on dogs when not training can cause serious injury, if the chain gets cot in something while the dog is running and playing it can choke your dog. When used correctly, choke chains are a very effective training tool.
Properly executed leash training can be an enjoyable experience for both dog owner and pup. Avoid, at first, having other dogs and children around when introducing leash training to your dog, as the distractions may prove too much for your dog.
When leash training your dog, give them clearly defined boundaries by praising them madly when they do good and correct (not punish) them when they do bad. Teaching your dog to behave when walking on a leash gives you more options as to where you can go with your dog. Puppies don't naturally get it when it comes to walking on a leash, but it's something they learn quite well once thought in a fun way.
Your body language and tone of voice plays an important part when your leash training your puppy. Your puppy will tend to do the things that get them the most attention and praise. Your patients and persistence will pay-off with endless leisurely walks with your dog. Walks with your dog are meant to be an enjoyable experience for both you and your dog.
Giving your dog treats as rewards when leash training can really help your puppy to focus on doing as you ask. As your dog learns how to behave on its leash gradually reduce the amount of treats you give your dog.
Remember not to let your dog assume the role of a pack leader while walking on a leash, show them you are the leader and they are to follow. For effective leash training your dog must beware who the master is at all times.