How To Train Young PUPPIES To WALK TO HEEL

[@Ptaylordactyl]

The “big picture” part of this is very helpful for me. My puppy is 12 weeks old and I find myself having too high expectations, so I try and correct every little thing. This gives me confidence to just let him be a puppy and work on small things at a time. Love your videos sir.

[@Live4Christ1995]

Yes, same!

[@coryvinyard9018]

I really appreciate the idea of establishing the desire to work with me before worrying about every little micro thing. It makes perfect sense not to worry about a few small undesirable behaviors until you get that macro behavior first.

[@irisflower9316]

This is abseloutely amazing and beautiful to watch and learn. You explained the bigger picture so well and it makes perfectly sence. I love the way your not bribing her to walk nice or follow commands with you. It's built with relationship and encouragment and love. I'm so glad i found your channel thank you for teaching us all about this.

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Thanks so much Iris!! Glad to hear you enjoyed it!

[@niklashall5969]

Defintelty best dog trainer on youtube by a country mile

[@CRay1111]

Thank you for this video! We are late starters on this with our puppy. We thought teaching our dog to sit, lay down, shake, etc, was the main goal, however, we neglected to look at the big picture. Looking forward to watching more videos and learning how to properly train our pup. Thank you!

[@happygolucky5855]

I feel like ive let my dog down by not engaging and just drilling. He will walk till he gets bored and then just abandons me and forgets I exist. Im so excited because I tried this and it actually worked and he was way more interested in me and was engaging and idk it made me feel better about myself because he felt better with me. Thanks!

[@jenelmarian9946]

As much as I wish I had sent my dog to Brandon for training before bringing him home kzbin.infoUgkx1_veP7CApJK_GWy_TczaMciuG64PqJeU I am so grateful for this down-to-earth, practical guide. His training techniques and tips really work. Thank you as well for dedicating your life's work to rescue dogs, and to rescuing those of us who want the very best for our 4-legged family members.

[@ScottLawPhotography]

Your definition and explanation of the macro vs the micro is very helpful to me, as I can tend toward micro management if I'm not real careful. Thanks so much!!!

[@diegol5802]

Thank you so much. I’m glad I found your video because I realize I’m expecting too much from my pup and not spending enough time/energy on engagement and rewarding him for coming to me.

[@joewhiteman8598]

Tried for the first time today, can see a change already! I even enjoyed the walk (for the first time in a while!) Thanks 👍

[@annbennett5536]

Love this, it doesn’t matter how many puppies you have, we forget each time how to train and support our new puppies.

[@andyb9648]

I just came across this video and in just a couple of days my dog’s engagement is vastly improved!! I only wish this drill was included in your Perfect Puppy Course. I’ve been following your course sense day one of having our Olde English bulldog and he’s engagement has been extremely lacking until adding in this little drill. Now things are going well!

[@donnaanstead8894]

I am just on week 1 of perfect puppy but my pup is almost 14 wks. I was hoping something like this would be included! Bit disappointed if it isn't still lots of good stuff. Learning what we are doing wrong and right.

[@HadalLord]

Can't wait to head out for a walk with our staffy pup! So inspiring. Thank you!

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

You got this!

[@joshuapietrowski884]

I'm getting my new black lab puppy in a month and I'm so impressed with your videos and I cannot wait to get started.

[@lizreilly2493]

This is the best example I have ever seen - its light, fun and profoundly effective! I'm well impressed 👌

[@emilywhite3384]

This video was so helpful! After watching, I took my 9-week-old Lab out for 20 minutes and I would say she is already almost halfway to a heel. Thank you so much.

[@Laila-s5]

9 week old on a 20 min walk 😳😳 way too much 2 months old puppies should only be doing 10 mins a day.

[@rozwood1668]

I have a 9 week old lab and won't be taking him on walks until 2 weeks after his second lot of vaccinations. So I'm doing micro sessions of 3 mins or less.

[@heysatan8]

Great video. This idea of macro vs micro really clicks with me and seems very important to keep in mind. I love the simple yet game-changing tips like this. Like in another video from another channel he talks about teaching your puppy to focus. While it seems obvious and simple, it's not something I would have thought about, yet can make a world of difference.

[@robertreid8944]

Just found your videos. Adopted our new puppy and he comes home at the end of the Month. Will be our 3rd puppy and I want to set the framework early. We've had success in the past, good dogs, behaved, walk well, I just want to incresae my knowledge and have an even healthier, happier puppy. These videos are great, thanks Will.

[@squidge125]

I have started long line recall with my 13-week puppy and it's going really well with high value treats but was giving them every time - thanks for pointing out the 'slot machine' thing!

[@bobkass6840]

Some great, simple insights here. 'Simple' but vital, and keeping the big picture/engagement viewpoint on which to build seems like the most telling combination I've experienced, after a few years of training my own gundogs. Great teaching style too.

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DannyWensveen]

You are the only one that explains the why.. and it makes so much sense! Thank you!

[@jmuniz2104]

Thank you for showing us the bigger picture is what we should be focused on at this age. Great advice.

[@judeallen7359]

Thank you! Your explanation of the macro vs. micro is a game changer.

[@robbiesmith5169]

Watching this in late 2023, your comment to focus on the macro instead of the micro really resonated with me. I’m teaching my 4 month old golden doodle, have ordered the long line training leash to help me follow your guidance.

[@Maverick033]

I support your therapeutic approach, Establishing a healthy relationship built off trust and love. You’re a Beast bro 🤙🏾

[@LookMeInTheStraps]

That's a beautiful place you live in. I can't imagine taking my morning walk and see a castle off in the distance.

[@bearimo2867]

That's interesting to hear, I feel like in the UK I for one take a lot of things like that for granted, but you're right it is amazing to have the history around

[@belhypotheque6417]

Ooh I needed this with my 11 week old pup. Thank you so much

[@tasss3803]

Thank you so much for posting these videos. Such a huge help. I have a great pyr. puppy and I want to make sure I train him right with the right techniques.

[@paulhoward979]

This guy is Brilliant!!! He’s a genius! Never mind the Dog Whisperer!

[@alexandradittmann8588]

Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant, and what a beautiful puppy Riley is! LOVED the music & sped-up part :-)

[@ricbradley5323]

Great video. 7 days till my staffy comes home. Another video I will be using right away!

[@hopdaddy94]

This outlook is so important. I have my first puppy and I really needed to hear this proper mindset.

[@jameshicks7125]

Wow, holy crap. I got a puppy 2 weeks ago he's 16 weeks old. I am also in the Facebook group. He seemed miserable on walks. I couldn't get him to go two blocks, and then he'd turn and pull on the leash desperately trying to get home again. I got a 12 foot section of rope and tried this today and we walked 30 minutes down a logging trail road that hooks up to the street back home. This time he wanted to keep going! He's a German Shepherd mix. Maybe some kind of bull terrier too. Unknown. With GS dog he's going to have a lot of energy. Now I can **finally** take him on longer walks! I have been primarily following your courses. I trained four other dogs with the Monks of New Skete method. This is the first time I have had a reluctant puppy.

[@khristine51]

Love the videos I recently purchased the fenrir dog training course for my cane corso puppy which is arriving soon. I have been studying your course and cannot thank you enough for all this information!!!!

[@justjewelz2769]

Absolutely the BEST Trainer I have found on video. Love the accent too! 😉😊 micro vs macro, First was an eye opener for me. Having trouble with an 8 month old 85lb big boy.

[@3note]

Great advice thanks. Got an 8 week pointer pup and already made a difference.

[@tonymarinelli7304]

This guy is amazing, for two days I’ve been soaking all of his content in.

[@krulidn]

I've noticed in a couple of these videos the positive reinforcement you can provide when the puppy does what you want to follow you and look up to you with the change of directions. When I've tried this though, I have found its possible for the puppy to be stubborn and want to continue on its chosen direction or sometimes change direction, follow you and accept the praise, but then bolt ahead and pull into the changed direction. These videos are less clear on what to do it the puppy doesn't give you a behaviour to praise initially.

[@geocaching7495]

I have that same problem with my 8 month puppy but will try more engagement

[@Waggyweddingevents]

Whatever reward your using isn't motivating enough for pup, your reward needs to be better in pups eyes than the environment surrounding them. Try some higher quality rewards like chicken, sausage etc.

[@elmerogt4573]

Its more of an engagement issue. I would recommend more games and more “vocal praising” rather than using food. In every walk and game they will learn to follow your lead

[@RHCorbett]

It's funny you mentioned the "puppy voice"...I found my dog always listened to my daughter spot on, and she talked in a higher pitched voice...so I tried it with my Mastiff Pitbull mix, and it works wonders...I think it's a more positive sound to the dog than a deep command....and they just seem to respond to positive reinforcement versus stern commands...like it you said, it makes it fun...

[@M4X_MM2]

I've experience in training dogs, but I always love to stay up to date on new tips and tricks. We just got an 8wk old German Shepard Doberman mix who is a rescue and was NOT treated well for the first weeks of its life 😿. I love your methods. So I'm trying to sign up for your newsletter and your free puppy course, but none of the links are working. I'm in the US if that matters. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks so much for the awesome videos!

[@wolfdye5535]

I've learned quite a lot from your videos, really impressive work. I love the positive vibe of each video with always realistic solutions for each problem. Keep up the good work!!!

[@marko-pm1hb]

Best ever, I got a 75% lab 25% boxer puppy. Sliplead won't stay high in the neck yet, think he has to grow a bit more? He is almost 11 weeks, and everyone surprised on how good he does... Thanks to all these vids.

[@maryfernando7545]

Thank you very much Will for showing this method of training. Most trainers do not put any value to forming a relationship while training. It makes so much sense. I am presently trying to retrain a friend's dog that is simply 'wild'. It is one of the most stubborn dog I know - a 4 year old Jack Russell that had never been properly trained. It was bought for a 5 year old child who has no idea about training a dog to walk on a lead. Parents are not keen to walk the dog because it pulls so hard. I shall try to break the cycle using some of your principles. Thank you. Best wishes.

[@BourneSerenity]

Quality video and outstanding mindset. Very informative and the macro vs micro explanation helps so much with the mindset needed for a puppy.

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Thanks so much Nick!

[@KryddaFesten]

Thank you, it is so hard to train happy when ther is so much to correct al the time. This video made me realice that every thing dont need to be prefect at the beginning. and that is better fo focuse on having fuun and building a team, than correct everything.

[@kimreedy2862]

I messed up with the micro but now I get it. Thank you for this great explanation!

[@ceebs648]

Amazing video and perfect for my puppy and training ambitions. Can’t wait to watch more of your clips. Thank you!

[@bobsmith7968]

Brilliant video , defo one of the best dog trainers out there

[@asmaali6212]

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[@tdg215]

I'm glad I found this channel amazing help and very detailed information which is always a plus for me

[@joelakafalcon9528]

I just want to say thank you, your videos have really helped me with my new silver lab puppy Brenda.

[@lauralongton6630]

Fantastic video Will, did make me chuckle 🤭 when you were speeded up. Well done Riley doing a super job 👍🏻

[@elineill8708]

Amazing! thank you for all your hard work, this has been helping me so much!

[@katrinajones5116]

I’ve watched loads n this man is the best he shows the mistakes they make I wouldn’t give my dog up cause his behaviour cause that’s on me

[@sarahdonenonly9963]

By far the best training process i have come across, i been feeling like a Drill Sargent and micro managing the process that should be fun. Thank you so much 😊

[@snapterryfyd6697]

I feel like this is going to help me a lot when I have my mastiff mix in about 4 ish months!

[@irisflower9316]

Have you gotten the dog yet? If so how is it going?😁

[@debbiesmith2207]

Love love love! This puppy acts so much like my Golden pup.

[@AnnaKincaid]

I love how you talk to the pup it's perfect :-D

[@ThirdEyeTrader]

You are a great teacher. Thank you

[@christopheryu7539]

This is pure gold. Just one question, how early is too early? Can a 3 month old puppy benefit from a slip lead?

[@robertnuttall3272]

Did you ever find an answer to this? I'm in the same position now....3 months and was thinking of buying one too

[@shell..47]

This was so important. Thank you

[@stephanieplant8223]

Love your videos. I found you through Tom Davis :) is there a minimum age the puppy should be for use of a slip lead? I love the reminder to not focus on the jumping and enthusiasm when puppy gets to you. I get too caught up on trying to iron out all the “problems” from the get go. Baby steps. Thank you so much for all the content. You’re really gifted

[@ajessicajaj]

this is amazing!! I will surely be building this & looking at your guidance to work with my 12week old. Thank you!

[@sharontaylor200]

we are getting our second labrador pup ...our 12 year old precious old lab passed in august . she was a massive puller , which was hard to overcome. Watching this video has given me the confidence to start early with new pup on leash pulling. Im very small and petite and can get pulled literally off my feet. Does being small make a difference in training? im going to be doing the most training this time as hubby is working full time. He is 6 foot and trained our last pup. Many thanks

[@sambates9505]

You are simply fantastic at what you do.

[@ezwriter101]

Brilliant! I love this.

[@Melissa-mb3vr]

Thank you for all the wonderful teaching videos . I greatly appreciate your effort in helping others with their puppies and dogs.

[@allanwhitford1921]

Recently discovered your videos in anticipation of picking up our young sprocker, we are experienced loving dog owners but have found your methods passionate and engaging and full of “bigger picture “ info. I have found other videos from other trainers explaining what to do but not why to do. Keep up the good work, we are looking forward to training Milo to a very high standard

[@dracoloco360]

My boyfriend loves your videos. I watch them because I like to check out what he likes, and you are such a delight. One small problem: I don’t own a dog. Guess I’ll be teaching my rabbit to heel tomorrow.

[@susanpitt4742]

Hi Will. Thank you again for a lovely joyous video of dog training. I think it also needs to be said that owners need to be prepared to put in the necessary time when the dog is at this age to establish this crucial bond. And why wouldn't you want to if you have such a beautifully lively puppy like Riley. Many thanks to all of you.

[@shaylahastings6383]

The little tail wag sped up is unbeatably cute

[@susanknight4043]

awesome session, love your holistic look on dog training. Big thumbs up!!!

[@the_crypto_gambler]

Hi Will. If I understood correctly ur developing a slip collar / long lead combo. I've been using slip collars attached to 10m or 20m long lines, depending on type of training or games I did with dogs. The most annoying thing is that long line gets dragged on the ground all the time and catches water, mud, poo and whatever else is in the way. I've been looking for some kind of long line that is strong enough to hold a large strong dog and doesn't collect so much water and all those other things as it's all over my hands later. And it needs a strong clip at the end that won't snap when dog tries to go for another dog. Ur product might be exactly what im looking for. Maybe one of ur viewers could recommend something else for the time being?

[@rad1662]

Mate! I really love your videos. I would love to go into the whole journey I'm having with my daughters 12 month old Rotwieller, but I want to keep this short. Between you and one other youtube channel I am making "good" progress. If I may give you a tip on how to advise others or especially new dog owmers , it's something I have learnt over the past 3-4 months is two things... 1. It's not just about traing the dog. I am teaching myself just as much as the dog. Pay a lot of attention to what I am doing and correcting myself first. 2nd. PATIENCE/CONSISTENCY.... It's ok if something takes weeks, just stick at it. And 3. Pay attention to the accidental things that work in your favour. For example, I have taught her to walk on a loose lead, but being 12 months old she likes to creep ahead of me. Instead of giving the chain a gentle tug, I let the lead go slack and when she feels the latch on her shoulder she stops , looks at me and waits till she is in the heel position. My point is....People don't always need a quick fix from a dog trainer. They need to be told by people like you to just "stick at it" "Be consistant" "Be patient" and "Enjoy the time together"

[@triggaone2050]

Always awesome information dude my jack russell puppy is nearly ready will be picking her up next month littrally can't wait. Definitely be watching all future videos keep it up man

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Good luck!

[@triggaone2050]

Cheers man

[@adriennemorris536]

You are amazing! I LOVE this channel and will be sharing it with my entire family!

[@stephaniebattles550]

Hoping your slip lead will be back in stock soon. Love your videos, so educational

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Thanks Stephanie, we're trying our best to get stock back in asap!

[@VirginiaCottrell]

me too i want one

[@VirginiaCottrell]

@@willathertoncaninetraining me too I would like a slip lead

[@Bamfalicous]

Awesome video mate! Loads of good info and I love the logical approach. Good work, love the videos

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@samanthahart2245]

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[@deborahwheatley9718]

I love these training methods

[@joannecollins1818]

Such a good video. Making it fun and rewarding, with treats given occasionally. It makes leash walking emotionally rewarding to the dog. Awesome approach to building life long behaviors.

[@LUCY.PARK.06]

Great video it was so easy to teach my puppy to heal with your prefect puppy course

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Glad it was helpful!

[@LUCY.PARK.06]

@@willathertoncaninetraining thanks for creating it

[@brittaedwards7415]

Thank you! Just what I needed.

[@jackit3125]

Awesome - very helpful. I've been training my GSD and she's going well but any tips for when she keeps sitting down and won't move?

[@OTAZoe]

Thank you so much! This was so clear and useful. I can't wait to watch all your videos

[@bearxshark]

“Stop focusing on the micro actions” this is exactly what I was missing. Thank you.

[@HarperSophia]

Same!

[@danielirvine7468]

Love this will thanks so much for the tips I look forward to doing all this with our new puppy

[@R2-DPOO]

Excellent stuff, love the host's vibe and philosophy

[@PupFlix]

Amazing drill breakdown and contextual overview you provide Will. Also, love the vocal inflection. 😀

[@Routhe99]

Thanks for all the great videos! I have watched tons of your uploads and bought the Canine Boot Camp course. Even though I'm only at the end of week one, all the info has really helped me setting things in order and understand the meaning of many of the things I was told to do as an owner, but never really knew why. how the macro behaviour can help prevent the micro unintentional behaviour by taking a few steps back and look at yourself as a leader instead of focusing on whatever issue your dog is showing. one thing I think would be awesome, would be you, filming a whole walk with an adult dog and/or a puppy, and show the heel-work, the exercise, and what a "pack-walk" will look like. what are reasonable expectations for a dog during the walk and so on. more or less unedited for the sake of education :) greetings, from an owner of a 6yo Jack russell terrier :)

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts. We'll see what we can do!

[@graceduquette3979]

Wow, this is great to watch and learn. You do a great job. I do have a question though. My dog is soon going to be 9 months old. She is a border collie mix so fairly big. I am a senior and sometimes find it hard to control her as I am trying my best to get her to walk nicely. In the backyard she is great but once I take her out front on the sidewalk she just wants to go and pulls a lot. some times treats don't even work. What should I do? I live alone with her and at home, she is a great dog, with good manners.

[@martonzalannagy7951]

Would you consider making videos about training and socializing older pups (grown-ups)? About a year ago my girlfriend and I adopted a Malinois-Husky mix, she is beautiful and amazing but we have a really hard time getting her not to act insecure everywhere, which insecurity also leads her to be incredibly afraid of larger dogs than her, and even aggressive with dogs smaller than her (except with our other dog, who she adores). We found her on the street and later realized she is about 3 years old and has gone through some really bad times as a puppy, and I think very many people would benefit from a video where you explained the difference between training adults vs puppies if there are any, since I think many people are trying to correct some bad behaviors in older dogs.

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Thanks for watching and the idea, we'll see what we can do!

[@E-MTBs]

Thanks for this video Will. I love the idea of foundation layers!

[@GSRTurbooo]

So well explained! 🙏🏻

[@gemmaazuara-walker5185]

Love this! Im going to try this now!

[@glittery_cucumber]

This is really helpful, thank you!

[@beatrijsdegroote2895]

Very interesting and clear explanation. Thank you.

[@jobrown3761]

Absolutely love your work! thank you

[@tyronvandermerwe2367]

Your explanations are great mate!

[@youtubecritic4360]

Going to try this with my husky pup thank you

[@dennythebudgie]

Can't wait to go out with my little akita puppy 🐶

[@gailtaylor6488]

Will you are not just good you are damn good, thankyou so much 💞🐾🐾