Leash Training a Puppy That Refuses to Walk

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Thanks for watching! 🐶 How does your puppy do walking on the leash?

[@powerofthepaw]

You are welcome. thanks for great videos. I use them to help out with my pups, Tommi 12 wk old AmBully 30lbs, Codi 4 yr old AmStaff 68lbs, and Felix 6 yr old MiniPinscher/Chihuahua 13 lbs. They all enjoy the extra enrichment. When one does something the others follow. I've been teaching them all the impulse control. They all really love playing "conejo", where they go into the tall grass in the back, lay down, I say conejo they jump, and lay down. Yes they come back dirty, but it is fun. I've caught them where one would bark the others would jump up repeating the pattern. So much fun so silly. Just like they love the verbal queue "quiet time" where they go to their favorite chew toy (nylabone) and go to their kennel, and once they are done the come out all relaxed and centered. I was surprised how quickly the little one learned the queue, makes it easier when there are two others to follow. They all walk great on leash, Codi walks at heel, checks in before he goes off and sniffs. Felix walks behind and I say where's Felix he speeds up and walks in front. Tommi is all over the place, she stops sniffs, tuggs at trees, tries to bite sprinklers when they turn on. Although she walks all over the place, she no longer chews the leash. I used your technique for a house lead when she's in the living room for her 15 minutes of play/enrichment. I use the lead to guide her outside and say potty let her do her thing praise, then let her do potty paw dux, priase again. The first walk was difficult. I opened the door, she got to the step and panicked. I sat next to her, and waited. She kept laying there, I slowly got up and walked back in the house, Tommi followed. The next day I did it again, and she went to the porch, then bolted out as it seems like she had more confidence. We go to the end of the walk, she did the same thing again. I sat next to her and let her smell and hear everything, she turned and started running to the door and we went back in. The following day repeated it she got to the tree ate some leaves, a car drove by and she shutdown. I did the same again, sat and let her decide when she's done. She again turns and runs to the house. After a week we ended up walking to the end of the street. We came back in and she was exhausted from the first walk. She literally plopped down on a floor pillow and slept for three hours. I kept letting her call the shots on distance, now we can walk around the entire block. I extended the walk by one tree at a time when she's ready. Sometimes I'll bring Codi as he's less reactive to other pups. And she would copy the way he walks at my side and when he sniffs. It is great to have an other pup to help her equate the sound to an action.

[@treestar57]

Thank you so much. It's such a strange situation. I'm glad to know home training would be better.. I'll try and find someone locally.

[@YogaAnita]

Great tips, Michele. My puppy is 7 months old and still learning but making progress every day.

[@flipnshifty]

Unfortunately your camera is focused on the background lol

[@aimeeschantz6706]

Could I get some referrals to certified trainer in Seattle, WA area- for assistance with an older bully dog who is challenging to walk.

[@Espy-Ninja]

THANKYOU! I got a bigger dog this time to have a walking buddy, but he is so hessitine with walks. he is great with potty training, but dousen't like leaving the one space he pottys much. He isn't even crazy about being outside...hopefully this willhelp him get him use to walking before winter sets in to much.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We are happy to help!

[@SusanMJB45]

3 months ago, I adopted an 18-month-old rescue hound dog from a rescue group. She had never lived in a home, had never seen stairs, was afraid to walk on a slippery floor, had never ridden in a car and........ had never walked on a leash. Apparently, she was born to a breeder/trainer of hunting dogs and lived in a building with a lot of other dogs born there....... and spent her life in a pen except when being trained. She was found as a stray and was brought to the non-profit rescue organization which is where I found her. She is very sweet, very smart and has a strong stubborn streak. In the past 3 months, she has learned to bound up and down the stairs, walk on the slippery floors, love our rides in the car, sleep in a comfy bed. She has come a long way in learning to walk on a leash. We still have a long way to go in her training, but the biggest problem right now is that she stops.... for no apparent reason..... lies down on her side and will not budge. I have not pulled her, I have not yelled at her. But she'll lie there for a very long time if I'd let her. After about 5 minutes, I gently lift her up and get her standing on all 4 legs and I can then..... sometimes... get her to start walking again. Treats don't work. Sometimes, she flops right back down on the ground. I am at my wit's end. Help..... I wish more trainers on KZbin would produce specific videos for those of us who have adopted rescue dogs of all ages. But almost all training videos are for puppies. There are so many rescue dogs being given a 2nd chance at having a good life, I wish trainers would help us out with the issues. We took a 6-week..... well respected..... group training class for dogs 4 months and older... but it was training for sit, stay, come and when I mentioned this problem to the trainer, she had no advice to help me....

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

When training older dogs there is a lot of learning history and past experiences and fears that the trainer has to take into account, so the training usually needs to be much more personalized. This is hard to do in a KZbin channel. It sounds like you would really benefit from having a trainer work with you and your pup. Here is a directory that might be helpful: www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/ fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/

[@noraventresca3921]

I am in the exact same situation as you are. Exact. I love this dog but man is she stubborn. This is my third beagle hound mix so I’m not completely unfamiliar with this trait. Have you made any progress?

[@emilyploter7214]

Thank you so much! My dog is 6 months old and it is difficult to walk with him because he simply does not come. He sits down, looks, sniffs. A walk with him is very slow but I may have to accept that he is different :) But you gave me a lot of useful advice, which I will try.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We are glad this video was helpful for you!

[@Rsjl1984]

Our puppy decided not to walk on leash at 7 mos. Thankfully found this video and she went right out with us for her sniffs. Thanks!

[@CaseyMartin]

This was great, thanks! (Hope you don’t listen to lame people who decide to comment with unsolicited criticism for no reason at all. Instead of listening to their advice, take mine and just block them. 😊)

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Thank you for watching! We appreciate the advice as well!

[@junechristie2497]

Be sensible Cassey Martin, this trainer's efforts ate appreciated but everyone needs feedback in order to improve and if the advice doesn't actually work, then the training needs reviewing and addressing.

[@sackynairenge3161]

this is my first time watching the video It is very good my dog doesn't have manners at all you put her ☺☺☺on a leash he will stop and start shouting I need help with that I know understand,but I still need help with my dog 🐩 🐩 thank you for helping all of us so kind of you thank you for the help i appreciate

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We are happy to help you! Thanks for watching!

[@Bumblebedlington]

I learnt from this video. Its me that needs the long walk not my poor puppy who is overwhelmed.

[@RYBRENG]

This video was very helpful, thank you

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Thanks for your nice comment!

[@thatclover123]

This was helpful- my puppy is either a bucking bronco or a pancake on a leash 😱😂 neither of us are enjoying it tho the neighborhood probably finds it interesting

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We are happy it was helpful! If you're ready to start on leash skills training, the games are in our online course! www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/

[@naturalwitchery]

Great video. I'm so frustrated ❤

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We are happy it helped you! Leash skills aren't a natural behavior for dogs. We have to teach them what we want them to do, in a way that they are motivated to learn!

[@Cdrop63]

I’m going through it right now lol

[@amyhoffman9336]

Need info on trainers in my area. Thanks for the great videos!

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Our online course is in all areas! We prefer online training so you can do the sessions in your own home with all the surroundings and people that your dog is familiar with. www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/

[@tammymoulton9559]

I have a 8 month old Jack Russell terrier who came from a pretty bad place. He has come a long way since we have had him. But he is extremely fearful of some things still especially the leash he freezes and starts to shake when I put it on him. Thankfully I have a big fenced in back yard but would still like to take him out front with me and my other dogs but he is a runner so has to be on the leash. The vet actually put him on anxiety meds.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We are glad you are getting help for your pup. You might need to re introduce the leash (maybe even get a new one) and take it really slowly so he has a chance to associate it with something positive.

[@tiffanylilly4209]

Thank you for ALL the information!! You guys have helped soooo much! ❤

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We are so happy it's been helpful!

[@lifefaithworks]

Thank you! My puppy is overwhelmed by all the noises on the road.. today the stopping was too much

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It sounds like your puppy isn't ready for that environment. That is normal! Try to find a quieter place for a walk without road noise. You and your puppy will enjoy it more!

[@lifefaithworks]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog I decided to let him get used to the noise so hes not so sensitive. Home is so quiet. Hes doing great now

[@Cdrop63]

My 11 week old Doodle is giving me hell with this 😂😂😂

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

At 11 weeks old most puppies are not ready for walking on a leash or in a neighborhood. Start with leash skills at home in a quiet area and work up to being able to go outside on the street. With regular practice it will likely take a month or two. Decompression walks can help the puppy get exercise during this time. Here's a video on that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3XWqXirl8t4gbM

[@Cdrop63]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog This helped me a ton and makes me feel like I’m not a terrible trainer lol! So I’ve just been focusing on name recognition and familiarity with the clicker to start off. Thank you

[@uttamashish9384]

Thanks for the tips, i wil try this for sure.I Was going for a prong collar but your methods seems less harm more learning. I have a cane corso 9 months old. If you have any other tip or video pls recommend

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Yes, we definitely do not recommend a prong collar, which uses fear and pain to teach. These methods can have lasting (negative) affects and are not the best way to teach your pup! If you'd like more leash skills games, they are in our online course! www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/

[@powerofthepaw]

love that pancake game, I use that with my adults as too. Has helped with generalized anxiety. birthday party game is how I taught take it, leave it, and drop it. On our walks I start trotting like a horse and let her/him jump and be happy, then say lets go home. We start walking home, and praise her/him. So much fun! Thank you!

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Wow! Keep up the amazing work! 👏

[@the.eldubya]

What is the pancake game?

[@bjmadson]

My 4mo old dog is doing the whole laying down and not wanting to go in or starting to do the running off thing if we are playing catch. Listens better if we are not at home like at a park or family members place. For sure is getting frustrating.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

If you're ready to teach the recall skill, we have the games for that in our training program: 30 Days to Puppy Perfection Training Program www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection

[@lovingmynaturalhair]

So, for a dog that chooses to stop moving, I should not pull her, not pick her up, and not label her stubborn. So what do I do just stand there for hours until she decides to start walking again? I mean COME ON.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Nope, you work with her to be comfortable walking before asking her to go out on a walk. Just like performers rehearse for "the big show" we also have to help our dogs build the skill before we ask them to "perform". Walking nicely on a leash is a human preference so it's up to the humans to teach in a kind and loving way that the dog understands.

[@anthonygaitan3901]

@@HowToTrainADreamDoghow????? how do you explain this humanly??? i don’t think you’re explaining this as well as you think you are

[@Paul-q3m7k]

@@anthonygaitan3901lol oh I don’t know …follow one of the thousands of training videos posted by professional dog trainers on KZbin . Nobody is going to do it for you

[@xavierf4811]

@@anthonygaitan3901she wants you to pay for actual advice.

[@RyomaPiano]

@@HowToTrainADreamDogLOL you are answering the question without actually answering the question

[@StarMixxz]

I know I haven’t watched the video fully but we just got a great pyr that’s a female and a few weeks old, she’s already the size of a pup but she won’t walk and goes to the cage when I go out to feed the bunnies. Everytime I take her out and try and walk her she runs under the car and hides and doesn’t even try to walk when I leave her alone.. what should I do

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

The video can help answer those questions. Feel free to ask more once you've checked it out!

[@anthonymaresca4839]

Pulling on the leash, picking the dog up and labeling it as stubborn are all things I’ve done with this puppy the 2 days I’ve had it. I realize you’re saying those things are wrong but I have another dog that I trained the same way and she doesn’t leave my side now on a walk. She doesn’t even need a leash anymore. She stays on my right hand side and if on a leash, if she has to go she’ll put the brakes on to let me know. She also always comes when I call her. Unless someone else is petting her. She’s now 7 years old. The new one I just got is week 20. It’s also a male.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We love that your older dog is so well trained. Just like with humans, all dogs are different. So be prepared to adjust your methods for your new dog, who comes with his own unique temperament.

[@anthonymaresca4839]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog I will. I’ve only tried my old method with a few different types of dogs. Mainly older dogs that didn’t like me at first and would bite me if I got to close (Pomeranian and chihuahua) eventually they came around. My dog (a Shih Tzu Maltese mix was a lot easier although she went through the pulling on the leash phase too. The new puppy is a Shih Tzu poodle mix. Still young but not as young as when I started my other dogs training. I think she was 3 months and the size of my foot when I took her out at first but she followed me off the leash. It wasn’t until I put the leash on that she dragged at times. I tried different harness & collars and eventually found some harness she couldn’t escape from. Probably gonna use that on the new puppy. Just wanted to try using the collar first.

[@maouiDTOPG]

Helped alot.

[@luisrolon4882]

My goldendoodle is 7 weeks old when should i start leash training to go out on a walk.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We love that you're thinking ahead on this! Here's a great video on what training to work on first! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqC1daiKrbaHftE

[@Jakepp235]

Enjoy your videos I’m new, question for you, my pup just lays down and spreads most of the time as we are in the backyard to go potty and enjoy the walk. Any tips? I watched this one but sure can use some more help. 8 week old lab day 3 for us

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

He's still new to your home so he probably needs more time in those new spaces before he is comfortable. Try to spend some time with the doors or windows open, allowing him to sniff and watch things without any extra expectations. You'll want to take this nice and slow so he can get comfortable with new things in a positive way. If you need more assistance, this is covered in our online training program! www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection

[@Isawthat411]

Perfect timing!!!! Thank you!!!!!

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@sheilaslaathaug360]

How do you desensitize the puppy to the leash and collar?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We have the training games for that in our online course! 30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/

[@RyanBarnhart-r4k]

Please send link to trainer my older dog still refuses To move

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Here’s our amazing training course, which will guide you through puppy training with fun, easy games! There’s no expiration date, so you can take it at a comfortable pace for you and your puppy! www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection

[@treestar57]

Hello please help. My 3 year old Chihuahua always love to go for walks. Now after a few months home after surgery, she starts out great. Then once we're around the corner or across the street. She stops and looks back and won't walk. I don't know if I need a private trainer at home or a trainer at a facility. Any advice Thanks Blanche

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It sounds like you would really benefit from having a trainer come to your home to work with you and your pup. Unfortunately, the training industry is not well regulated and you have to do your research to make sure the trainer you work with uses fear free and positive methods based in behavioral science. Credentials to look for in a trainer would be Fear Free Certified, CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed) and/or CBCC-KA (Certified Behavior Consultant Canine-Knowledge Assessed.) Here is a directory that might be helpful: www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/ Or one other option in case you need more resources: fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/

[@chaosli9040]

all dogs are different. a puppy I owned over a decade ago would always walk right next to me right from our first walk. I would tell it to go have fun socialize with other dogs however it would always just stay besides me. The puppy I have now is the total opposite hence Im here.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Yes, it's crazy how different each dog is, even if they are from the same litter. We are happy to help you with puppy training!

[@fia8079]

We found a dog who was abandoned and she's come a long way. She was literally bones and now very healthy. She will not leave the front door and seems petrified. We think traumatized of possibility being abandoned by us. Should we force her to go do walks ? If we normally just let her and other dog rum all in the back yard.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It's not good to force her. Not all dogs love walks! Just be sure she gets plenty of opportunities to do what she loves. You might try taking her for car rides to new places for some sniffs, but only if it not stressful for her. She may simply be a dog who gets her needs met at home where she's more comfortable.

[@loriadler8384]

Great info thank

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Glad it was helpful!

[@deb9806]

Sometimes my 2 year old will do the toddler "flat out" when he doesn't want to come in on a beautiful day. I do have high value treats but I wish he'd just listen (but I get the feeling of being outside on a breezy 70 degree day)

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It sounds like he might want to just sit and enjoy the sniffs or sounds instead of walking. That's OK too! It's important to heed their request. Not all dogs love walks, or some like walks AND just taking in all the information from the outside world. That's good for them too!

[@mj-tc2lo]

I have a now6 month old puppy boxer mix I adopted almost 2 months ago from animal humane society she was very fearful but after a week or so she began to warm up. She loves her crate so that’s her #1 place to go when she feels anxious or stressed. It’s in my bedroom where is the 2nd place she feels safe . We began leash training about a month ago but do to unforseen issue she had to where a cone for 2 weeks till her abscess healed and we stopped leash training completely. I’ve been restarteing it for almost 2 weeks but had to start completely over and with a thicker rope leash because she chewed up basic one we were using before. I feel like I’d benefit from help/trainer but where I live petsmart only offers group classes no privates and I am not sure how to find help. Can u help?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Our training program has some great leash skills games. The benefit of using an online program is that you can do it at home, where the puppy is comfortable and able to learn new skills. The big box stores would likely be very overwhelming for a timid dog and it would be difficult for her to learn anything. You can check out the program here: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection

[@leonardoc.1584]

Hello, I need help finding a trainer, my pekingese of 10 years doesn’t like walking when on a leash. Although when I go walking with her without a leash, she is energetic. Can you help me?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We have all the games on leash skills in our online training program! The online program will be perfect for you because you'll likely need to take the training very slowly due to your dog's age. That's no problem, you get unlimited access to the lessons! Check out the program here: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection

[@mimivence6010]

Our 3 year old refuses to walk our neighborhood on a leash after my husband started to take her on a trail off leash. Any recommendations for a trainer in Austin texas to get her back on a leash?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Here is a directory that might be helpful: www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/ fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/

[@DesireIge]

I have a border collie puppy and it still doesn't want to move i am frustrated 😤

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It's easy to get frustrated by try to go at your puppy's pace. He might be sensing your frustration and finding it harder to comply. Work on training with the leash inside, in quiet areas for a long time before asking him to go outside.

[@carolrainey8463]

We recently adopted a 6 month old great pyramese puppy and she's so sweet, but she will not walk with a leash and she weighs 46 pounds already so neither my husband nor myself can pick her up. He's 84 and is a fall risk and I have a spinal injury so it's out of the question to pick her up We are starting to leash train her.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Yes! Leash training will be key because you can't, and should not, physically move her to get her to go where you want. If you need help with leash skills, the training games are in our training program! 30 Days to Puppy Perfection Training Program www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection

[@VictoriaL6511]

I would love to hear how to handle a situation where waiting for the puppy to move or coaxing with treats is not an option, like if there is danger or it’s 100 degrees out.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Part of this comes down to prevention: do not take your dog out if you are not sure he's ready for the environment. However there are some techniques to get his focus and attention and get him moving. We cover the games for that in our training program: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection

[@jamiesilveira9683]

I just got my puppy 2 days ago and she is 4 months old. I also have my 3 year old plus I'm a single mother lmao 🤣 🤪 my 4 legged baby does NoT like walking with leash or outside. This is so hard where can I get a dog trainer in Massachusetts

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

If your puppy has only been home for 2 days you'll want to give her a little more time to settle in before expecting her to walk on a leash. She may need a lot more training inside before she'll be able to walk outside. Our training program has all the games to teach her how to walk nicely on a leash: 30 Days to Puppy Perfection Training Program www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection

[@ChrisandJavelleSymons]

Appreciate the game ideas. My 5 month old Berner just pancakes when she doesn't want to go back inside (middle of the night when she knows she's going to be crated). I get that dragging and picking them up aren't great options, but not sure what else to do besides leave her outside to sleep (which is not an option) or sleep outside with her :)

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

If she's resistant to go back into the crate, then working on building her positive association with the crate will be important. We can do fun training games so the crate becomes a place of comfort, not to be avoided. This mini course contains the games and other information to help her love the crate. courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/crate-training-course

[@Jaydenlin-h4q]

so um what if my dog just doesn’t move with the leash weather im holding it or not, he doesn’t know even move when offered treats

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Take a look at the video again for some tips on that. It's likely that he's overwhelmed with the environment and needs to work on leash skills in a less busy area (even if it doesn't seem busy to you!).

[@Jaydenlin-h4q]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog he is in the room that he is sleeping in

[@Jaydenlin-h4q]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog its an empty room

[@eeddinaabraham]

I have a 4 month old puppy she doesn't have any training of leash she doesn't wanna walk with leash she doesn't move and we dont have money to get a professional trainer she doesn't eat teats also nothing wdk what to do plz say something

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

If she's not taking treats it sounds like the environment is a little too overwhelming for her. Start working on leash skills inside, at home, at a time where she's relaxed and comfortable. Try some higher value treats like chicken or a small amount of cheese.

[@Steve30x]

That's a beautiful Cavalier King Charles you have thete

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Ahhh, you're making Pickles blush! 😌

[@Steve30x]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog my last dog and current dog is a Cavalier King Charles. The breed of dog is absolutely fantastic. They're beautiful , very loving and easy to train

[@motherbase3940]

we have a 2yr old male chihuahua if we put a leash on him he will just sit there and glare at us, he won't budge and we have tried positive reinforcement and treats it hasn't worked. he genuinely hates it he's not afraid he's mad about it. he has to be on a leash when we go out because we live next to a very busy highway and I'm afraid if we let him run free he will get run over. I'm at my wits end trying to get him to walk on the leash and I'll be here my whole life if I just wait for him to walk...Idk what else to do and I'm bit frustrated. our female chihuahua will walk on a leash she doesn't mind it. but the male is just not having it and we need him to walk on the leash the last time I let him out without the leash he ran down the driveway towards the highway I had to chase him down. it's just frustrating as hell and I need him on the leash I'm just trying to keep him safe. if anybody has any advice pls let me know. we've been keeping him inside and he can't stay inside forever.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

You can begin to slowly work on leash skills in the home, using high value treats and doing training sessions in quiet areas. This can help him get used to the leash. If he seems to be fearful of the outside world, you can work on some sound desensitization as well, to try and help him feel more comfortable.

[@thisone9]

My 2year old Corgi is a horrible walker, always stopping, looking backward, little eye contact. But loves to meet other people and dogs. It's all I can do to keep her from spontaneously trying to cross the street to greet another (but he's n a leash). Links?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It sounds like this environment is too exciting for your Corgi until you've done more leash skills work. We suggest walking in quieter areas, and working on leash skills at home. This blog post can give you some great foundational info: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/leash-training-a-puppy-to-walk-without-pulling/

[@jameswoodrum2226]

I have two one year old Rottweilers that my Breeder left me when she passed away and neither of them have ever been on a leash so will this still apply to them even though they are older

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

The leash skills training is applicable for a dog of any age! You might not see the same overwhelm that you would likely see with a puppy but you'll still want to work on leash skills at home, separately, before moving the training sessions outside for more practice.

[@Steve30x]

I had this problem with my current dog two and a half years ago when I started bringing her out first. I tried bringing treats and different methods but it all wouldn't work. She was always walking a few feet and then sit on her back side for a minute or two. She was doing this for about two months then gradually started walking with no problem. Now she's good on the lead and off lead. I leave her stop and sniff but if she's sniffing for a few minutes then I tell her to come and she will start walking again. But she loves to go out for a walk now. It was so infuriating when she wouldn't walk.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It can be so frustrating but it sounds like she got used to all the stimuli of the outside world and became more comfortable with walking. Great job being patient.

[@vendulakudejova5000]

My 12-week old puppy is not food-oriented AT ALL, so treats and other foods are not getting him to do anything. I also tried to bring a toy with me but he just plops on the walkway and doesn't move no matter how much I try to excite him. Any tips for that? The trainers in all the videos I watched just use treats, so that's not particularly helpful for me :(

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

If he's not taking treats and he plops on the walkway and won't move it means this environment is too stimulating for him. He'll probably need much slower exposure to the outside world before he can walk nicely. Try working on leash skills at home first, then inside but with a door open, then the back yard, then the garage, etc. You'll need to turn up the "Training Dial" more slowly.

[@deborahcole1008]

Help help, my pup is 16 months old, she lived on a ranch for the first 7 months of her life so I was very patient for several months because of the new environment and noises but now I’ve had her almost a year and it hasn’t gotten any better. I pull her down the sidewalk daily by her harness (never collar), I use a trainer collar beep/vibration sometimes treats 🙄😒😒

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We do not recommend any kind of trainer collar. Instead, teach your puppy what you want her to do in a quiet area inside, using generous treats as rewards. As she learns, you can eventually move the training to outside. If she didn't get a lot of positive exposure when young she may not ever be comfortable in a neighborhood with all the sights and sounds. Try a decompression walk instead. It sounds like you would really benefit from having a trainer work with you and your pup. Here is a directory that might be helpful: www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/ fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/

[@kayzuriii]

my dog would just plop on the ground and refuse to move. His body language to me seems like hes in a relaxed position or just exhausted. The problem with that is that if I dont get him to move, he would fall asleep or stay there for a few hours. I have tried using treats (and unfortunately leash pulling), and making myself seem extremely exciting by running around making weitd noises calling his name, but none seem to work. I would gladly let him rest outside the house except I dont really have a few hours to spare standing there watching him lay down. What should i do? Another problem with coming home before he's tired out is that he would start "stealing" items and destroying them... ( I take him for 3 walks a day. 1 hour morning walk, 1 hour eveninf walk, 30-1 hour night walk(or training session and i play with him tug of war, fetch and he has his own toys to play with already)

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It's hard to know what's going on without more information, but we don't recommend that level of physical exercise for most dogs. Mental exercise is actually far more important, and is a better way to help the dog settle when it's time for a nap. Check out this video for some good information on that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqeUdWyOoJdqqLMsi=FRyly_uv-kcz0NFl

[@JMPschool1]

My puppy is almost 16 weeks now and a few weeks ago started refusing to walk and then getting the zoomies on the leash which I'm sure is very uncomfortable for her since I cant let the leash go but she's pulling on her neck as she zooms back and forth. We started bringing treats so we could encourage her to walk and to get her attention if she starts zooming out. Now she only walks if you're holding a treat and usually goes about two steps before she expects a treat to keep going so im afraid we've created a monster lol. She has started only peeing a little bit at a time so we have to keep walking hense more treats or she forgets about going potty altogether because she's only focused on getting a treat. We know she's probably bored and we try to let her sniff and explore as much as possible but we have a ton of rabbits in our area which means tons of rabbit poop which she will eat any chance she gets along with woodhips, leaves, acorns, etc., so we constantly have to say "leave it" and restrict her sniffing/poop hunting to prevent her or us getting sick from the poop or swallowing something else dangerous. I'm sure that is very frustrating for her which leads to her "zooming". I just want her to enjoy her walk and be able to go potty in peace.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Sorry to hear of your struggles! If you can find a place to walk without all the rabbit poo, it sounds like that will be a lot more enjoyable for both of you. And working on the leash skills at home before you try a neighborhood walk will be important.

[@JMPschool1]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog oh my goodness thank you so much for your reply and advice! We will definitely work on this and thinking about it now, keeping some training inside and separate from her regular walks makes so much sense! Then, when we do go outside, she can actually focus on her business. 😃

[@buzzz6.4]

I usually toss small pieces of treats to get them moving forward when he stops. Then he usually catches the idea. It’s been about a week.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Sounds good!

[@lizmiley6040]

Thanks so much, this is great!! My puppy tends to bolt for home when she hears something scary or loud outside (another dog barking, a car driving past, etc). I let her go home and tell her "let's go home, let's go inside" and try to just walk behind her while she's pulling on the leash and harness to get home. Sometimes I pick her up if she seems really scared and gets confused about where home is. I'm not sure I'm doing the right thing though, can you give some feedback about this?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It sounds like you might want to try and find a quieter environment for her if you can. You can also stay a little closer to home so if she hears something scary, it is easy to get back home without more stress and pulling. We don't recommend carrying her as this takes away her ability to move away from the scary thing and she could redirect onto you.

[@lizmiley6040]

Thank you so much, I'll start smaller and not pick her up. I just adopted her last week and she's so smart and wonderful, I might be taking it for granted LOL. I really appreciate your advice and your videos! @@HowToTrainADreamDog

[@Hideyoshi-vu8qo]

Can i get a directory thank you

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

What kind of directory are you looking for?

[@flipnshifty]

Great info, i hate people who heel-walk their dog for 5 mins a day and think the dogs having fun. I let my dog out for 2 hours a day off leash. And she always cuddles up with me cause i know how to be a good pet parent.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Yes, exactly. A heel walk is not a fun walk for a dog. It's good for training and specific situations, but not for normal walks.

[@the.eldubya]

What if my 3 month old puppy doesn’t want to go on walks? He just sits and doesn’t wanna leave home

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

At 12 weeks old that's pretty normal. Try spending more time in the house with the windows and doors open, people watching on the front porch or going to very quiet areas like cemeteries. Your puppy needs more time to get used to the outside world before he'll be comfortable taking a walk down the street.

[@susancourtney3756]

My new puppy stops and sits on the driveway (not public ready yet) because she wants to go a different direction than I am taking her. She’s just stubborn and has an independent little personality. I don’t think you addressed that.

[@crackie14]

So I take my pup out on a leash for potty training, now they just pancake. How do I mix all of this training in with potty training

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

This is common! Outside of potty breaks, try to spend short and positive sessions outside, so it's not such a new and novel place for him when he's out there. You can also try to stay in areas of the yard or outdoors that he seems most comfortable.

[@Holsgrove89]

My puppy was walking perfectly on the leash the first time we took her out and for a number of occasions after. But 2 weeks later she’s reluctant to leave the house and sits on our doorstep.. and just whines and moans. We’ve tried incentives, fun happy voices and her favourite toys.. but nothing. Any advice?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It's hard to know what's happening but you may have missed a few signals that she was uncomfortable. She might need slower exposure to the outside world in specific training sessions. Here's a video to get you started: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5vbhoivrr2qkKMsi=uAIflTZn5XgjGIza

[@BeckyMason10]

My one year old dog will walk directly around our apartment to go to the bathroom but he refuses to go on a walk unless we drive somewhere new. We think there is some kinda fear factor because if we pick him up he will start shaking. It feels like he doesn’t want to leave the home

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It sounds like his comfort zone is a little closer to home. You might want to slowly try and increase his comfort zone by a few feet every few days, always watching to see if he's comfortable. Taking him to a new spot (especially if he's not comfortable in the car) might be too much for him. This video can help you! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5izh5yQfK1mqbs

[@lululoves14]

My 6 month puppy will only walk if she knows we're going home which can be irritating if im in a rush or something. Shes also really stubborn and ive been training her to heel for like 2-3 months and i see absolutely no progress. Can you help?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

I'm sorry you're frustrated by your dog's behavior. Without more details it sounds like she may not be comfortable in that environment which is causing her to stop walking. This is something we help our pro-level studenst with, are you enrolled? If so please post your question there and we can help you figure this out. There's a lot more info we need to know before we can tell you what to do next. howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course/

[@chunkya6490]

I have a 14 week old basset hound who is highly susceptible to distraction when out walking. She is highly motivated by treats in other areas of training, but when outdoors she will become so focused on the distracting object that she will ignore food and will pancake in order to stay focused on the object. She does well on leash inside and I have stopped taking her to the park and found a quiet neighborhood where there are less distractions but she remains highly prone to distraction. Please help.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Even a quiet neighborhood is probably too much for a 14 week old puppy. All the sounds and smells can be overwhelming even if it seems quiet to you. We suggest continuing with leash skills practice at home and in your yard or garage. Decompression walks in deserted areas would be a good choice for right now. Avoid putting her in a situation she's not ready for. It usually takes months of leash skills practice and positive exposure sessions before a puppy is ready for a neighborhood walk.

[@chunkya6490]

I’ll give it a try. Thank you.

[@flipnshifty]

I was already doing this game funnily enough, no puppy training. Only online.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Great!

[@roundtreerebekah7723]

I've got an older dog who lays down every time I put on the leash

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

This may be your dog's way of saying "no thank you" to going out for walks. If your dog likes walks when you get out there it may be that your dog has a negative association with the tools (leash/collar) , the door threshold, or something else. You'll have to put on your detective hat and discover what is causing this negative association and create a training plan to reintroduce those things in a positive and different way.

[@ullaleonard5724]

My puppy is 4 mos old. He won't move at all and 9:46 puts his tail between his legs. I offer him treats but he is uninterested.😢

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Hopefully you can understand his behavior a little better after watching this video. It sounds like he's not ready for the environment where you're trying to walk him.

[@buffbatman2]

Ive leash broken 4 different belgians that picked it up in 5 minutes. But ive got one now thats the absolute worst.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Most dogs need months of practice before they are doing well with leash skills. This has to do with canine brain development as well as teaching him what you want him to do (and rewarding him when he does it).

[@theresadimaggio7241]

My bella , golden retriever, will not walk with me. However she loves running around in the front yard. I can not even get her into the tub to bath her. Help

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

This takes training inside, when there are no distractions. Eventually with a lot of practice you'll work up to her being able to listen to you outside when she's distracted. The games to work on this are in our online course! 30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/

[@amrithdev2300]

She looks like Pam from the office

[@robinvanlerberghe5442]

Yess that's definitely her

[@illmatic1668]

good advice... but may need some real world considerations? according to this, my puppy and i should leave ourselves susceptible to vehicular manslaughter when he belly flops in the middle of the street where oncoming traffic can wipe us out. what is the advice for when puppies do things in inconvenient and/or dangerous places?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Prevention is your #1 strategy. It sounds like your puppy isn't ready to walk in those areas. We suggest finding a sports field, a school yard after hours, a parking lot or a cemetery. These places will allow her to sniff and explore without asking her for perfect leash skills just yet. Keep working on leash skill training at home and slowly build up to the street. Most puppies are not ready for streets or neighborhoods until after a few months of leash skills practice.

[@crystalcoleman8668]

My Chi is now 7 mths old and loves to go for a walk. but........ he always keeps stopping and wanting to pick up sticks and whatever may be on the ground. , a tissue etc. He acts like thats what the whole walk is about , but the real problem is he will not stop eating the rabbit poo!!!!!! You almost have to fight with him and pull him to get him to stop. He wears a harness and I just cant get him to stop,

[@truthstillmatters59]

Can you find a direction to walk where he is less likely to find rabbit poo? My dog knows the Leave It command and usually obeys, especially if when I give the command before she comes to something I know she will want to eat. However, once it is in her mouth or she lunges for it there is no stopping her.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Rabbit poo is irresistible! Try to find another place for a walk without all those tempting delicacies. Parking lots and big open sports fields are often good choices.

[@crystalcoleman8668]

@@truthstillmatters59 Well the problem is I live in FL, And its so hot here . So you have to try and walk the dogs on the grass, The pavement can get to hot , I have been doing our 1st walk at 630 am. Its already like 83 by then. lol I have drove to little parks a few miles from home with him, and he only likes to walk for 10 mins and he is sick of it . Then you have to drive back home , ugh ..............first Chi for me , always had GSD.

[@Goodnewsladiesbiblestudy]

Say “ drop it” and trade for a treat

[@lynnettewilliamsfelton2829]

THIS MY DOG WHEN YOU PUT THE LEASE ON SHE AINT GOING. She nearly 1 and had never been on a leash.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It's never too late to start leash skill training!

[@kristinabelkina5026]

What about a 5 month old? He wont walk outside on a leash. Only if we are inside a building like PetSmart.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Regardless of the age of the dog, you can apply the same techniques mentioned in this video! The outside world might be too scary for him until he can build up more confidence.

[@JoshuaEuan]

My XXL BULLYS BOTH siblings 4 months. Almost drive me to brink of insanity trying to walk them😐😭

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

You'll need to teach them how to walk separately before they can handle walking together. They are very distracting to each other.

[@jaydasimmons969]

My dog doesn’t really care for treats and won’t really cooperate. I try to have patience and practice inside with leash but he’s still not getting it….can’t have him using bathroom in place or crate all the time

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

If your dog is still young he might take awhile to enjoy treats. Or you might find something a little more moist and smelly. Most dogs will do anything for boiled chicken or a little cheese!

[@jaydasimmons969]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog thank you I’ll try the chicken see how it does

[@rosannerubino4603]

I’d like to find a good trainer in LA

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Here is a directory that might be helpful: www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/ Or one other option in case you need more resources: fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/

[@markcoppage6892]

My 12 weeks old puppy will not walk on the lead she seems to be scared

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

That's very common for this age. The tips in that video can help you help her!

[@LeonaPayton]

She walks well without the leash but I m trying to get her ready for away from the house

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Lots of practice in quiet areas will help you!

[@KillaNova18]

My puppy does not care about food when first starting a walk she just puts on the brakes

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Sounds like she's not quite ready for a walk in that area.

[@cameronward9443]

I have a rescue dog with a not great backstory. He is not interested in walking. He doesn't fight me on it, but as soon as a leash is attached he is disengaged. He has ZERO interest in treats. It's really difficult to engage him as his head seems to get flighty anytime you try to get him to do something. He's otherwise playful and friendly but as soon as you want him to do something as simple as going outside / inside or any kind of transition he completely goes to stone. He has ZERO motivation from affection or treats. He can stay like this indefinitely. Eventually I would have to carry or drag him in since he's not moving for an hour +. I'm thinking professional help would likely be required.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Yes you may need a professional to help you with this. Try not to drag or force him, as this will further send him the message that his preferences are not respected, which causes him to shut down when you ask him to do something. It's likely that you're moving too fast for him. It may seem achingly slow but rescue dogs come with a lot of history and they need a lot of decompression time to build up trust. Here is a directory that might be helpful: www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/ fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/ And here's a good video with some things to work on while you line up a positive reinforcement trainer: How to Bond With Your Puppy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4G9f4ahZ9OSgac

[@guh_daram]

I keep watching dogs on KZbin that don't walk, but just sit down. Whenever I walk a little and sit down, the dog goes crazy wanting me to carry it when I bend my knees. I can't tell if I'm taking the dog for a walk or if the dog is taking me for a walk🥲🥲🥲

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It sounds like he loves his time with you!

[@raftelbot7313]

If I don't pick up the pup, she pees or poops somewhere between our bedroom and the front door. She thinks the bedroom is the only off-limit place to do her business.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Sounds like you'll want to practice leash skills on the path from the bedroom to the front door. Making that journey more normal and routine for her will help!

[@gracebowen2503]

I appreciate that you addressed the problem but I feel like you offered little to no solutions outside of joining you in online classes.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It can be hard to figure out what exactly is causing the refusal to walk - that's why our online course with direct access to our trainers can help, as they can talk with you and work with your puppy and environment specifically! Each puppy, person, family and location is different. We hope you still learned some helpful tips about desensitization, leashes, collars and more in this video - we still think it's full of useful info! 😊

[@hereiamthereyouare1]

My puppy used to not have a problem on the leash at all, but now she just refuses to walk as soon as we go outside. We’ve tried new walking routes, treats, with a harness/ without a harness, etc. the only thing new is that our neighborhood has started a significant amount of construction so I can assume she’s overwhelmed. But what should we do when she has to go pee outside? She has a place she likes to go about four houses down from our house (it’s really not far) but refuses to walk to it now

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It sounds like you've identified the possible cause of this behavior. Is there a way you can create a comfortable potty spot closer to home? Maybe some place that is as far as possible from the construction noise. You might put up a small border around it to help her feel more protected. You can also start on sound sensitivity training to help her feel more comfortable about all the noises. This video can guide you! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJiofIamorqimZY

[@peka9520]

Busy part 63

[@lesbetts5694]

i did all three of those wrong things today mostly picked the big girl up and moved her a few times in my defence thats how i use to move my drunk newfie freinds so i figured its work with a newfie dog to .....my back hurts lol

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Now you've got some good tips to do it differently next time! Newfies are a back-breaker for sure! 😄

[@lesbetts5694]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog ya deffently easier now that I know it's not for me it's for them. Now I'm not in a rush thinking i have to get distance. It's the sniffing tiring them out I didn't know but noticed that this time I would just stop let her and then when we got back from walking really no where she had a nap.

[@YungCrypto-jn6lb]

My dog pee every time we try carrying her and does not walk on leash I need a dog trainer

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It sounds like your puppy may be fearful and not desensitized to her leash or collar yet. Give this video a watch. It's for a harness, but the same process of desensitization applies to a collar and a leash as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kH-YmnapqtFnn7csi=VEwZ0Hc7ARwr1VQx

[@Shuchir]

my pup doesn't even want the treat

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

That means your dog is over threshold of fear and you're pushing too far too fast. It's time for some positive exposure to the world but in quiet areas at first, so your puppy can get used to all the new smells and sights and sounds at a slow and comfortable pace.

[@DoeGoated]

Ion understand tho because he'll walk reg off leash

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Sounds like more desensitization of the tool as well as practice in quiet areas would be helpful.

[@DoeGoated]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog i was thinking it's because he's 8 weeks

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Ah yes, that's probably it. He hasn't had much time for training so we can't expect too much from him just yet.

[@DoeGoated]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog update!! I put the leash on him today and he's walking💫

[@teokastelan2930]

This is the train just for female dogs ???

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Nope, this training is for any dog!

[@zthebeast]

I think it's not working because we have a him not a her or she 😂

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

haha! We try to rotate our pronouns for variety!

[@zthebeast]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog 🤣🤣🙏🙏🫡🫡

[@Extrasauce674]

Wait… that was pizza?

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

It was, indeed, pizza. There was a miscommunication in the household on filming day and the yummy leftover slice that we planned to use in the video was already eaten! So we had to make do with that sad looking frozen one. Good eye! 😆

[@andrewhoyle2669]

Pay money and maybe I'll help you fix your problem. Now let me show you dogs whose owners had thousands of dollars to spend on someone training them do what we're saying Sweet thanks.......

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Just like someone might hire a plumber to fix a leaky faucet, many people hire a dog trainer to guide them through training a member of another species. Our course is only $167 for lifetime access!

[@EpicTales-y6v]

Mam you are misgendering my dog. It's a he

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

So sorry! We try to rotate our puppy pronouns!🙂

[@EpicTales-y6v]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog lol! I was just playing. Great video!!

[@Angeli-cw1sz]

This isn't helpful

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Leash skills are more complex than one video can provide. Our free KZbin videos are meant to give you an overview of what you can do to help your puppy learn. The "HOW" to teach your puppy these skills are all in our online course! You can check it out here if you'd like access to the games that help you develop your puppy into a good leash walker. www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/

[@flipnshifty]

You can see your eyes moving from left to right, reading the script. But that's a shame cause you're a great talker/presenter. You can avoid this by placing the text further away from your eyes.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

We have so much information we want to tell you guys! If we don't follow a script, we'll be here all day! 😂

[@flipnshifty]

Yeah I dont mean that you shouldn't use a script. But usually you can't tell by looking at the eye movement ❤@@HowToTrainADreamDog

[@flipnshifty]

If you place the text you have to read off further away with a bigger font possibly, you wont be able to see your eyes move from left to right

[@MrDaveondrums]

What a stupid comment.

[@stanleyhipkiss4690]

Just so you know the scripting doesnt really matter people are used to huge content creators offering extremley high value production and are forgetting more and more that youtube is about anyone being able to put something of value up i have a bernsse puppy who is pancaking and found the information offered in your video to be extremley helpfull thankyou

[@susancourtney3756]

My new puppy stops and sits on the driveway (not public ready yet) because she wants to go a different direction than I am taking her. She’s just stubborn and has an independent little personality. I don’t think you addressed that.

[@HowToTrainADreamDog]

Puppies are sentient beings with preferences. Dogs aren't capable of being stubborn, but they do tell us when they want something different than we do. We recommend letting her choose the walk route so she can enjoy it and reap all the benefits of being outside.

[@susancourtney3756]

@@HowToTrainADreamDog thanks for replying. Yes that’s fair. She definitely wants to go a different way or doesn’t want to go inside yet. I will be mindful!