The country’s parks continue to become more and more pet-friendly. Dog parks are popping up everywhere, as well as dog beaches, pet-friendly restaurants, and more. While it is great to let your dog roam off-leash while at the dog park, this is not appropriate at just any outdoor location. If the park is made specifically for dogs, then they are usually allowed to be off-leash. All owners who bring their dogs are doing so by choice and are aware that there are some risks involved when bringing their dog to an off-leash park. However, when you are in a public park that is not a dog park, it is another story.

It’s important to keep your dog leashed when in public parks because of the potential risks to your dog and other dogs. Although you may know your dog very well, others do not know your dog well and you definitely do not know others’ dogs well. If your dog is a well-behaved off-leash dog, that is great, but only if there are not any other dogs around. If your dog likes to approach other leashed dogs, you never know when the other dog may be nervous or scared or lash out at your dog. If there are multiple off-leash dogs in a public (non-dog) park, then it is difficult to judge their behaviors. There is always the potential of dogs fighting.

The most difficult part about having a dog off-leash in a non-dog park is that you do not have full control over the situation. Typically these parks are not fenced like dog parks are, so you cannot control whether or not your dog may run off. Just as well, you cannot fully prevent your dog from approaching other dogs or people without a leash. For safety and insurance, it is best just to keep your dog leashed unless you are at a designated off-leash area.

Question by squirt: where can i get a retractable dog leash that connects to a run?
we have one of those dog runs where the cord is connected to the house and the garage and then the long leash that slides up and down the cord, but she’s always getting the leash tangled on stuff…is there such thing as a retractable leash that i could hook up to the run?
when we use a shorter leash she can’t go far at all

Best answer:

Answer by Aidriana
Your local pet store may have one, if they don’t you can always compromise. I use a normal retractable leash, and just tie it to our hook. It works really well. It isn’t quite as long as some, but it still works good.

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Show your furry friend’s personality with coordinating dog collars and leashes. The leash laws are in effect for the safety of both humans and their pets, but your dog doesn’t have to have the same collar as all the other dogs in the neighborhood. Contrasting or matching leashes and collar sets give your pet a chance to make a fashion statement all their own.

Different Styles for Every Type of Dog

For the toy breeds, there are pastels, plaid and rhinestone dog collars with leashes to match, showing the world how special your animal is to you. Matching the style and color to their personality lets them put their best paw forward when out on the sidewalks with you.

Mid-sized pets can also have the cute collars the toy breeds wear, or something a little more suited to the owner’s personality, as well as their own.

Have a larger, tougher breed? Maybe you want something to match that.

For that you can find all sorts of “bad to the bone” collars.   

All these options show both your pet and the world how much these furry friends mean to their families, by allowing their own unique personality traits to show through.

Classic leather, braided nylon, decorative or simple, each animal deserves their own style when it comes to dog collars and leashes. Putting a collar on your friend that anyone could get at the local pet store doesn’t seem right somehow, when this animal is so special to you.

Let Your Dog Stand Out

People like to be fashionable and look their best, and our pets are a reflection of ourselves. With all the unconditional love and the happiness they bring, don’t these creatures deserve to stand out in their own right? Standard, mass produced dog collars and leashes may be fine when you first get a new puppy, but when their personality comes out, and they are a part of your life, you may want something a little more unique for your pet.

Think Safe

When considering safety, reflective dog collars and leashes are the answer for twilight strolls, or after dark excursions with your pet. Sturdy leads keep them from darting out into traffic, or chasing after other animals they encounter along the way. There are even specialty training collars that will not harm the animal, nor choke them as some of the more common varieties do. No one wants to use pain and fear to train their animals, so calming collars and training varieties that are more humane are the perfect solution. Once the dog has an idea of the desired behavior when out walking, more customized, and fashionable accessories can be used.

With so many choices when it comes to dog collars and leashes, it would perhaps be best to take the time and find just the right one that matches your unique and special pet. Whether a studded leather look for a miniature poodle, or hot pink plaid for a German Shepard, every animal has their own quirks, and personality traits that can be reflected in what you choose for them to wear.

Question by Lauryn: How do I make a leash for a turtle or can I put a dog leash on it?
I have a turtle that I just got today and I want to know how to make a leash or if I can just put it on a dog leash…..and also does anybody know how to spend time with a snapping turtle to make it like you?:)…thank you.

Best answer:

Answer by Jeepers
you know, despite the fact that turtles DO have the ability to run away from you at speeds similar to a jaguar, I don’t think a leash is completely necessary.

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Nothing gives your dog greater pleasure than to be taken for a walk outside. This is a great time to bond with your dog and work on your dog training classes, however, most owners dont enjoy taking their dogs for a walk. And thats because theyre not taking the dog for a walkthe dog is taking them for a walk.

When our dogs leap around in delight at the mere sight of their leash in our hands, we often smile indulgently and think how adorable their excitement is. We struggle to keep them still just long enough to clip the leash onto their collar before they are off again. That is not how you want to train your dog to behave.

Even a small dog tugging incessantly on the end of its lead is not enjoyable; a large dog capable of pulling you off your feet is even less so. It is time again to remind your dog who is the leader and who is the follower. Every interaction with your dog is an opportunity to reinforce the basic precepts of dog training. Dont ignore this, thinking that a well-behaved dog doesnt enjoy walks as much as a boisterous one. Believe me, they do!

The first step is to insist your dog sit calmly while you strap on its lead. Ideally, your dog has already been trained to sit on command. Have your dog sit and then pause a moment to make sure he is calm. Attach the lead.

If the dog begins to jump around again, stop and command him to sit. Dont yell at him. You are training your dog that it is his own behaviour that delays his walk. Every time he sits quietly, immediately recognize and reward without getting him overly-excited. Once you attach his lead and he remains calm, only then do you take him outside.

The next thing is to let your dog relieve himself. Once that pressures off, your dog is going to be anxious to investigate every smell within sniffing distance, which is the main reason dogs pull so hard. If you pull back, their instinct is to pull harder, not ease up.

You have two options to train your dog to stop pulling on the leash. If he pulls, you can command him to sit, and refuse to move until he does, alternatively, you can do an abrupt about-face and begin walking in the opposite direction. Using the sit command works well with dogs that are fairly well trained; walking in the opposite direction is more effective if your dog tends to ignore you. You may feel a little silly at first but dont let that deter you. You are the leader and you choose in which direction to walk.

Every time the dog pulls ahead and you swiftly turn away, hell find himself behind you, forced to walk in the direction you dictate. The idea is to train your dog that pulling on the leash immediately stops the walk.

If you are vigilant, youll soon find your dog trotting alongside of you, waiting for your cue as to where to go. And everyone you pass will admire your well-trained dog!

Being dragged around by your dog is not fun; it can be dangerous and embarrassing. If you have not had the opportunity to heel an untrained dog take a moment to consider all the problems this could present. Your dog could cause you to fall and hurt yourself, cause your hand to become cut from their leash, even manage to pull from your grasp which could result in injury or even death.

The training method described in this article relies on using a pinch collar (also known as a prong collar). This will be used to give your dog a correction when needed. Here are some tips on choosing the right collar and leash.

To start the heel command place your dog in a sit position. Hold your leash in your right hand, this allows you to be able to give your dog a correction using your left hand to jerk the leash. Now give your dog a heel command this should consist of a word and action.

The action serves the purpose of getting your dog to focus not only on your voice but your movements. This is essential because if your dog is watching you he/she is not going to see the cat they want to chase! Many people use the word “heel” followed by starting to walk with their “right” foot.  Moving your right foot forward is a great visual command for your dog to heel.

When a dog is heeling properly they will have their shoulders aligned with your leg. When you stop walking they should immediately sit at your side. If your dog fails to do these things you should immediately give them a correction.

A correction should be followed by placing them on a sit command and starting “heel” over. At first walk your dog for short distances, once they stay aligned with your body and stop when you do; PRAISE them. This is essential as it is both motivation and reward for your dog.

Once your dog can heel on their leash and they are watching you (so you know you have their attention), you may want to begin trying the heel command off leash. This should be done in a safe place where your dog cannot get access to a road. 

You will use the same process as above, but keep in mind that you will not be able to easily correct your dog, so this should be done when you feel your dog is truly ready. If you try with no success continue practicing with the leash on to allow for corrections. When you feel your dog has improved try off leash again. With enough practice your dog will be able to heel both on and off leash.

If you are consistent with these steps you will be successful and will have a dog who will heel beautifully at your side. If you find your dog is not getting  it then it is time to evaluate yourself.

Simple things that we forget could confuse our dogs and make training harder. If this is happening, maybe have a friend or family member watch you to see if you are doing something wrong without even noticing it.

Training your dog is so important not only for safety but because it creates a special bond between dog and owner. When you train a dog they feel as if they are working as part of a team. They are happier and more adjusted. Just like children dogs need discipline and rules, by giving them these things we will create a bond that will last a life time.

Walking Your Dog – 6 Important Steps

By Adekunle Gbelee

Every dog owner at some point in time walks their dog. The question I have at most times is whether the owner is really walking the dog or the dog walking the owner. In the following I’ll discuss about walking your dog and tips on properly walking your dog. The goal here is to have your dog walk on your terms.

The past week one of my friend’s was going on vacation and she asked me if I could watch her dog (Jack) while she was gone. I gladly accepted because Jack is a happy dog and my friend has been training him on a daily basis for the past 6 months or so. However, when I walked Jack along with mine, it appeared that Jack has no walking etiquette. My 85 pound dog appeared as a saint next to the 60 pound Jack. It didn’t take a maverick to figure out that Jack definitely needed help!

Why is walking your dog important? Here are some key benefits of walking your dog.

Walking is a good exercise. It loosens up your muscles and gets the blood flowing.

On sunny days you get a good dose of Vitamin D from the sun.

You develop a bond between yourself and your dog.

You get to have a happy dog.

Best of all, you get to be social and know your neighbors.

Now that I got your attention that you should be walking your dog on a regular basis, the question that comes up is whether you properly walk your dog. I live in a neighborhood that has plenty of people having dogs. I would say that on an average only 1 in 20 people walk their dogs properly.

Next time you are walking your dog try to make some mental notes on the following questions.

Does your dog try to get past you when you open the door of your house?

Once outside, is your dog walking in front of you?

Is their tension in the leash?

Is the dog yanking your shoulder whenever it sees something interesting?

Is the dog stopping and sniffing when ever it desires to?

Is the dog crossing your path while you walk?

If the answer is “Yes”, to any of the above questions, you need to train your dog. If on the other hand you are not sure how to correct the situation, accept the fact that you need training in walking your dog.

Here are some tips for walking your dog. In the following discussion, I am going to refer to the dog as “it”, to make no distinction between a male or female dog.

First and foremost principle is that You should be able to walk out the door first. The training starts right at this point. Always note that You are the leader and the dog is the follower. If the dog tries to get past you, correct it gently with a firm “NO” and give a gentle touch and go back inside your house. Repeat this as many times as possible until it gets the picture. If your dog already has some kind of training and understands the “Stay” command, you can use the same and walk out the door first.

If you normally walk your dog with a retractable leash, I would suggest that you get a 4′ or a 6′ leash. The longer the leash the difficult it is to control your dog. Make sure that while walking your dog, it is next to you at most times. There should always be some slack in the leash. While walking my dog, I just rest the leash on my fingers and let gravity hold it in place for me. I have gone a long way in getting my dog to this state. If everything goes good for you, technically you should be able to hold the leash with two finger tips. Initially this will not be possible as this might be something new to your dog. If you note that the dog is constantly getting ahead of you, use your leg and place in front of it and say “NO” firmly. You should definitely see that your dog stop and give you a confused look.

If the dog is constantly creating tension in the leash, depending on the size of the dog hold the leash really close to it. If it gently walks towards the side to do some business, by all means allow that to happen. Once the business is done, the dog should be back close to you. If the tension factor repeats, pull the dog towards you sideways. That normally throws them off-balance. Your dog will definitely put a fight. No one said this was going to be easy. You might have to repeat numerous times. If this process gets on your nerves, stop your walk and take a few deep breaths.

Sometimes when the dog sees something interesting, it will just give you a solid surprise pull. You cannot let that happen. Pull him back with an almost equal force back in place and say “NO”. Be gentle with the small ones.

If your dog is constantly stopping and sniffing without doing any business, try not to let that happen. The walk is supposed to be an exercise and training combined routine. I do not encourage my dog to do this. Once she has done her business, she is not allowed to sniff around every time she sees or finds something interesting. Perhaps once in every five times or so I might allow her to sniff around.

While walking your dog, it should never cross your path of walk. If the dog must go to the your other side it must go behind you. The next time it tries to cross, firmly say “NO” and guide the dog to go behind you. Always note that consistency is the key. Eventually your dog will get the point. If you decide to jog with your dog at a later time this will come very handy. You do not want to trip over your dog while running, do you?

Benefits of properly walking your dog:

A step closer to being a well balanced dog.

Your friends would not mind pet sitting.

Makes it easy for your dog walker

Makes other dogs calm.

I would definitely recommend you get a good book about training your dog. Keep in mind that training your dog is an ongoing process. Discipline is equally important as is play time. You will notice how many simple things which you thought were problems disappear by simply walking your dog the right way. Always note that a well balanced dog equals a happy owner. You reap what you sow…

For some bizarre reason, the majority of dog owners look more for style, than function and practicality when choosing a dog collar.  Perhaps that is why they dread walking their dog or spend most of their time looking up their dog’s ancestors, while on a walk!

Using the right tool makes the job much easier.  Find the right collar for your dog.  Training and walking your dog should be a pleasure, not a chore!

5 Most Commonly Used Collars are:

Head collar

Chain slip collar (aka choke chain)

Flat/rolled leather collar

Metal prong collar

Martingale collar

The Good, the Bad, the Ugly and the Dangerous

Head collars resemble a horse’s halter.  It works on the same principal.  Ever wonder how a 5-year old child can lead a 1,200 pound horse around a paddock?  Simple!  Lead the head, the body will follow!

A head collar is designed in 3 parts.  The first part slips over the dog’s nose, almost like a muzzle. The second part connects around the dog’s neck, like a flat collar.  The third part is a short piece that hangs under the dog’s jaw, near their throat.  That is where the leash is connected to an O-ring.

If properly used, it discourages a dog from puling.  Reason being, the harder they pull, the more their head is turned toward the walker.  It’s uncomfortable to walk that way!

This collar should only be used when a dog may have, or to prevent trachea damage; or by children and seniors that may have problems controlling a large or stubborn dog.  If that’s the case…they need to enroll in obedience classes!

Chain slip collar (aka choke chain) should only be used for training purposes.  The chain collar is rapidly losing the popularity it once had, as dog trainers are encouraging students to use more humane collars.

The way a choke chain collar works is, when a correction needs to be made, the handler give a quick “pop” or tug to the leash.  The as the pressure from the tug pulls the chain, the part around the dog’s throat tightens, to let them know that particular behavior is unacceptable.

The problem is, most people, do not know there is a right and a wrong way to place a choke chain on their dog.  If done correctly, the chain will release and slide into a relaxed position, once the corrections is made, and pressure from the leash is released. If placed on the dog incorrectly, the chain will tighten with even the slightest pressure, locking into itself.  It cannot unlock when the leash pressure is relaxed.  It can and will do serious damage to the dog’s neck, and throat.

CAUTION! Before using a chain slip collar, learn how to use it correctly!  When on your dog, it should resemble a horizontal P.  The stem of the P is ALWAYS at the TOP…never at the bottom.  You will choke your pet!  Practice before using it.  Make a fist.  That’s your dog’s head.  Slide the collar over your fist to your wrist.  Your wrist is the dog’s neck.  Now pull the stem part of the chain.  If it’s on correctly, it will slide to tighten when the correction is made, and it will loosen automatically when the pressure is released.  If done incorrectly, you will cut off the circulation on your wrist!

Never leave a chain slip collar on your dog when you are not working with them. NEVER TETHER YOUR DOG USING A CHAIN COLLAR!

FLAT/ROLLED LEATHER COLLAR is the everyday collar most dogs wear with all their ID’s attached. Flat collars can be found in an phenomenal assortment of materials, colors and styles with either buckles or quick release connectors.  A rolled leather collar is suggested especially for long hair dogs, as the roundness tends to lead to less hair loss or collar marks.

METAL PRONG COLLAR aka spike or pinch collar is the one that looks like a torture tool used during the Spanish Inquisition!  Most experienced dog trainers prefer not to use them!  Some people with stubborn or large dogs they have not control over and who think they don’t need obedience training do prefer to use them!

Fact is, by having to use a metal prong collar, it is an indication the owner has no control over their animal!

The problem with the prong collar is, most people who use them, use them incorrectly!  There is no need to cause a dog pain, whenever they are walked.  When used correctly, the walker should only apply pressure with a quick “pop” or tug of the leash.

Some metal prong collars come fitted with rubber caps to cover the prong, so as not to injure or inflict unnecessary pain to your dog because of improper use.

CAUTION! If you are not walking your dog, REMOVE THIS COLLAR IMMEDIATELY!

MARTINGALE COLLAR is probably the best training collar for the average dog owner.  It offers the best part of a chain slip collar and the best part of the flat collar.  It is also known as a modified choke or Greyhound collar.

The Martingale collar has no buckle or clasp.  You adjust it to comfortably slide over your dog’s head.  It is designed so that the dog cannot slip out of it and you can make a correction with a quick “pop” or tug.  There is a short piece of chain or material at the top, fitted with an O-ring to which the leash is attached.  That short piece is used as a halting device, tightening the collar, yet not choking the dog.

It is an excellent training collar for most dogs!  It is especially helpful for when walking scent and sighthounds.

Take your time…find the right collar for your dog!

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If you don’t have a wood burning tool, a lighter to melt the cord ends will suffice.

Paracord will shrink when it gets wet, so it is VERY IMPORTANT that you preshrink the cord before you start to braid. If you don’t, the first time that you walk your dog in the rain, your leash will get all misshapen and lumpy.To preshrink the cord, soak it in hot water for about five minutes and then hang it to dry. You can toss it in a pillow case, knot it closed and dry it in the dryer as well, it’s your choice.

I am making an eight inch agility tab To determine how much paracord that you will need, break down the length of your project into inches and multiply by four. 8″ X 4 = 32″ so I will need 2 separate paracord strands that are EACH 32″ long

Thread the cords through the eye of the snap, laying them side by side. Clamp the snap down to a steady surface like a table. This will prevent the cords of twisting during braiding, which can be frustrating for the novice braider.

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A and B are the first strip, while C and D are the second strip. Now take A and cross over B. D lies to the left of B while C lies to the right of C. Keep a constant, light tension on the strands.

Now cross D behind B and cross over A.

Now take C and cross behind B and over D. To continue making your leash, cross B behind D and over C. Remember that the new strand that you will use to keep making the braid will always be the topmost strand.

While you are making your knot, plug in the wood burning tool since it takes a little while to heat up.

Grasp the end of the braid with the loose ends poking through the top of your fist and arrange the cords in an X pattern. I knew very little about ParaCord (short for Parachute Cord) at that time, only knowing that this type of cord was used extensively by the brave men and women in the U.S. Armed Forces with everything from shoe laces, to securing equipment to humvees, backpacks or ballistic vests.

What amazed me with ParaCord was its high tensile strength, lightweight characteristics, and military-inspired color options. I also knew very little about weaving, so with a little inspiration from Stormdrane and our two Shiba Inu’s, I decided to make the ParaCord dog leash. Two years and over a hundred leashes later, I have created the standard ParaCord leash, traffic leash and couplers. The ParaCord dog leashes are a sure hit with our dogs, our neighbors who we come across on our daily walks, and other dog owners at our local dog park.

The ParaCord Dog Leashes are custom hand-crafted with over twenty colors to choose from. The trigger-snap buckles offer extra security and a little style over standard dog leash buckles. There are four ParaCord strands that are inter-woven with two braiding styles – diamond or spiral.

How to Ride Your Bike With Your Dog

Let’s face it, your dog wants more exercise than you give it. It happened to me too, so don’t feel bad. Riding your bike with your dog is a great way for you and your dog to get the exercise you need every day. This how-to will go into details on how to safely and successfully ride with your pooch. There are many leashes designed to hook on to your bike, but for this article we are using the standard 4 foot nylon leash.

There is an element of danger in this, so read on.

There are a few qualifications you and your dog need before hitting the road. 
-You need to be fairly skilled on a bike. Be comfortable riding at slow speeds and with only one hand. 
-Your dog must be able come when called, heel to the bike, and be in good enough shape to keep up a trot.

Step One

Acclimate your dog to the bike. On your next walk with your dog, bring the bike you plan on using along. Walk with you on one side, the bike in the middle and your dog on the other side. Take two or three walks like this, until your pooch is comfortable walking with the bike.

Step Two

Trial run. When your dog is comfortable walking along side your bike (don’t rush it!) it’s time for a trial run. Hold the leash with the hand that you plan on your dog running on, usually the right so you stay between her and traffic. You can hold on to the leash and grip the handlebars at the same time. If your dog is strong and yanks hard to the side, you’re going to crash. If this happens, let go of the leash and go back to step one! 

Cruise around the street in front of your house for a little bit to see how they do. Take it slow and go at their pace, rather than how fast you think they should go. Start off in a straight line, add some turns in if your dog is doing well.

Step Three

It’s showtime!! If you and your dog are comfortable going beyond step two, hit the road! Keep in mind that how far you go means how far you have to go the other direction to get back home. If your dog is struggling, take a break or move to a walk. Dogs are built like us in the sense that they have to get back into shape too. Don’t push too hard too fast!

A Few More Things…

-Keep the leash short enough to keep your dog at your side. If she manages to get to the other side of the bike, or the leash wrapped in the chain or spokes, it’s light out for the both of you!

-They say that you never forget how to ride a bike, but if its been a while you should ride solo to get your skills back.

-A big beach cruiser style bike is the easiest to ride with. Their low/wide stance and feel will help you keep your balance while riding slow.

-Keep in mind that this is fairly dangerous! If your dog pulls hard to the side, you’re going to crash! Let go of the leash.

-Don’t try to cram all of this into a few days. Both you and your dog are going to be unhappy! Take the time to do it right so you both love bike rides!

-If you have more than one dog, ride with each one separately. Riding with two dogs is extremely difficult.

Jake at 4 months doing a very nice sit

Training a puppy or dog can be challenging and can wear on your nerves as you try to get your dog to do what you want him to do. But with patience and a few simple tools that I will teach you. You CAN train your dog or puppy yourself, without those expensive dog training classes or private training lessons.

We will be using verbal markers to lure the sit. Once you understand this concept you can continue training your dog yourself.
After all, a well trained dog becomes a member of your family, is included in family plans and a joy to be around.

For this exercize you will need the following

* hungry dog or puppy
* tasty treats cut up very tiny
* collar
* leash
* time

a properly adjusted and well fitting collar with a leash is a must if you are going to train a puppy

First you will want to put your collar and leash on your puppy. If he is of a working breed he may be highly distractible and you will need the leash to keep his focus and attention on you

you will need some sort of treat bag to store your treats, this is a commercial one that you can buy for around You will need a bait bag and treats cut up into very tiny pieces, these treats need to be just a taste not something you puppy will need to take time to chew.

I use a fanny pack as a treat bag because I can also store my clicker, car keys, cell phone and whatever else I may need in the bag. Also I typically wear a fanny pack instead of carrying a purse so my dogs never know if I have the treat pack or my purse… gotta fool them pupsters!

These are the I-clicks clickers, of all the clickers out there I love these the best, but again for this one I am suggesting using a verbal marker.

For this exercise we will be using verbal markers but if you are proficient with the clicker you can use this as well. For me it is difficult to manage the clicker, leash and treats… so I use a verbal marker.

do not be afraid to get down on the floor with your dog or puppy for training sessions

Ok we will be luring the sit so if you have a small dog or puppy you will want to sit on the floor, if you have a larger dog or puppy you can sit on the couch.

Encourage your puppy to look at you and face you then you will show the puppy the treat, remember to keep the treats small. You want them to be just a taste so that they quickly finish it and look for more.

This trainer is a bit far from her dog but you can see her holding the treat above the dogs head and he is sitting nicely

palm the treat so that he can not get to it, and then you will move your hand towards your puppy at about shoulder (the pups)level and as you move your hand closer to the puppy you will raise it above his head.

(once he is sitting you will then say “Yes”, followed by a “good sit”)

This will cause the puppy to want to back up and jump up for the treat in your hand, but since you are holding the leash you will not allow this. Do not let him back up, instead you want him to look up at the treat as you raise it over his head.

If he is jumping up trying to get the treat your hand is too high over his head, lower your hand and he should sit.

Keep your treats in your pocket, a fanny pack or treat bag as shown

As his nose points upwards to the treat in your hand his butt will automatically go down and he will assume a sitting posture. As soon as his butt hits the floor, say “yes” followed by “good sit” as you feed him the treat from your hand.

Try not to use your hand to push his butt down into a sitting position. Dogs usually resist pressure and he may try to force a stand, this can damage growing joints.

as soon as his butt hits the floor mark it with a “YES” and treat

Do NOT say “sit” before his butt hits the floor or your smart puppy will think he did something correctly when he was not sitting but rather doing something else…

Try to time it exactly, butt hits floor = :Yes” immediately followed by the treat and “Good SIT”

If he tries to jump up to get the treat from your hand, you are holding your hand too high, lower it and he should follow putting his front feet on the ground and his butt on the floor

If he jumps up you push downwards with your hand, remember the treat should be fully enclosed in your hand so that he will not be able to snatch it. As you push your hand downwards if his butt hits the floor immediately say “yes” followed by “good sit”

Once he sits correctly the first time, give him a jackpot and stop the session for now Once he has done this correctly about 10-15 times you can hold your hand over his head and say “sit” if he sits, immediately say “yes” and toss several treats on the floor followed by several “good sit” and end the session on a positive note

Always end on a positive note with lots of treats and praise keep training sessions short.

Always finish on a positive note with a big jackpot of treats and then a play session to break up the stress of training.

Do not worry if he immediately jumps back up after getting his treat this gives you a chance to ask for another sit.

Tips and warnings

He will be thinking about the last training session so the next session should move faster.
Always end on a positive note with a big jackpot of treats
never train when you are tired or impatient
try to do several short sessions daily but no less than one session every day.
Work in various areas of your home, dogs learn in context of the entire situation so sit in his mind may only mean sit in the living room, while the TV is on, and you are the only one home… He may not understand that it means the same in another room or situation.
It takes about 10 repetitions each in 10 different locations before most dogs realise that the command means the same thing every time.
If your dog seems to have forgotten, do not punish him, simply back up your training a little bit as he must be unsure of what you are asking.
never train when you are tired, upset or angry
never hit your dog
do not assume that he is simply being stubborn for not doing what you ask, he probably does not yet understand that you want him to sit here and right now… back up the training and work slowly

How to leash train a puppy the right way, can be a challenge to some pet owners.  Leash training puppies should be fun, and enjoyable. Remember that your puppy does not understand what a collar, or a leash is. They are foreign objects to your puppy. So don’t have high expectations of your puppy.

Leash training a puppy in some cases takes longer then others.  Some puppies pick up on leash training right away. While other puppies think it’s a fun game. This can make puppy owners very frustrated. Try to keep in mind that a puppy is a baby to them everything is a game.  

When leash training a puppy, introduce the collar first. Keep the collar on inside so the puppy can get use to it. After a while your puppy will forget it has a collar on. Next introduce the leash. This can be tough, most puppies think a leash is just another chew toy. Expect your puppy to want to chew on the long leash. To prevent chewing on the leash use puppy training treats. When the puppy has the leash on and stays calm, reward your puppy with a treat.

Leash training takes practice. The more you practice leash training with your puppy. The more your puppy will be exposed to the routine. Your puppy in time will realize that when he sees the leash it’s time for exercise. When using treats along with the leash your puppy will understand it is a positive reward. You will not always need the treats. Just until your puppy is leash trained.  

When leash training your puppy start with small increments of time. Just 20 minutes once, or twice a day will be perfect at first. Do not give your puppy to much lead on the leash. Your puppy should be walking by your side. Not in front of you or behind you. If your puppy pulls you on a leash, you should stop. Stop and don’t move, your puppy will realize that pulling will get him no where. If the puppy keeps pulling turn, and walk in the opposite direction, this will teach your puppy to follow your lead. Practice makes perfect so be consistent. Pulling on a leash can cause your puppy lots of pain and serious injury. Find a harness or a gentle leader while leash training a puppy.

Leash training a puppy starts the moment the leash is on your puppy. You must have your puppy sitting patiently before you open the door. Reward your puppy with a treat when he sits patiently. When you open the door, you must walk out the door first. This is so important do not skip this step. If you ignore this step, and your puppy walks through the door first. You just made it clear to your puppy that he is leading you on the walk. You are the leader and must take leadership on your walks or your puppy will be walking you.

Leash training a puppy should also consist of commands. So before you cross a street, even if there are no cars driving by. Ask your puppy to sit before crossing. Be consistent with this. As puppies grow into adult dogs their size and strength can dominate use. We need to have control. Teaching your puppy to sit before crossing the street will help give you control. You don’t want your large dog to pull you across a busy street one day. It could injure you, your dog, and others. So gain control with using simple commands while leash training your puppy.  

Remember while leash training your puppy be patient. Your puppy is not perfect. So don’t expect every walk to be perfect. When your puppy is distracted on a leash redirect your puppy. Practice, consistency, and patients is everything when leash training your puppy.