Learn the simple process to walk off leash with distractions

Follow the process from door waits to seeing dogs to dropping the leash and finally off leash on the street.

[@lZEOBA]

“Leaving is not an option”, “I’ll do this all day” - Beckman.

[@stephenhiker9807]

All day

[@dukzen0]

All day

[@litbasegaming3465]

There’s no leaving me

[@hausofphid3966]

I could cry! I did your front door method with my wild 5 year old labradoodle who PUUUUULLS on walks so badly she hurts my hands. In just a few minutes, she was walking without pulling and checking in with me. I can't wait to see how she continues to improve as I use your methods! Thank you!!!!

[@humblepharaoh5203]

Hey did your dog get a degree from doggy Harvard yet?

[@edg810]

"You can't just leave" and this man just left us mid sentence lol Great vid!

[@russellmaxfield7811]

Winning comment!!!

[@marianom9729]

Man, you have truly given me hope on what a thought was an impossible dog. You are the first trainer I found in YT whose methods are easy to follow and work immediately. This video alone is more valuable than entire channels. All is left for me is put in the work. Thank you and greatings from Argentina.

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

Check out Joel's Rottweiler video where he really hits home about his method, especially the door method. Wish there was a link in each video for others that are similar.

[@User7688.--_]

@Mariano M, I agree. You got that right about Joel and his training! Greetings from Eugene, Oregon, USA. Glad you are here. 👋 😊

[@andya1976m]

I agree! With him is easy to me to understand, even my english is not good. And he give me hope. Today I work with my 13 month dog, and it was great. Thank you!

[@andya1976m]

Greetings from Transylvania, Europe 😊

[@CantHandletheParrot]

"This video alone is more valuable than entire channels" - totally agree!

[@jamesmunro5368]

Guys. If you're sceptical I promise Joel's methods work if you follow them correctly. My reactive rescue dog met another dog today and they sniffed each other for a few moments before backing off and then minding their own business. Massive achievement for us and a big step on our journey together.

[@11acteck]

I'd pay him just to review a short video of me and my dog cause i feel dumb NGL I just can't get it right

[@jennmahoney1025]

I'm skeptical cause I didn't a correction and he attacked me

[@User7688.--_]

@@jennmahoney1025, the correction has to be done correctly. You can't skip steps. Have you watched his Get To Know Me video?

[@jennmahoney1025]

What makes you think i haven't done it correctly

[@jennmahoney1025]

@@User7688.--_ my dog is a boxer he is hyper active he doesn't give a flying f what you do to a leash. They are a stubborn breed

[@seankrause1388]

No one is as raw and informative as you are. My dog is completely off leash because I’ve watched like 100 hours of your content. Always a work in progress. Thanks so much!

[@mmcreads]

You need some merch with “I’ll do this all day” on it 😂

[@greentea_sogood]

1. Dont give a cue for the dog to turn back 2. Dont let the dog leave you, if he does correct him 3. Walk and stop 4. Do off leash only if the dog is ready not when you want 5. Fake off leash - drop the leash

[@cheeririnaldo435]

I live out in the country and walk on back rural roads. From the day I got him I taught him the command "SIDE." We're on a leash because we're on the road and he is a Husky, but after 6 years I don't have to say a word. If he hears a car coming, long before he sees it he's on the side of the road and stopped without the need for a command until the vehicle passes by. Not only is this safe for him, but with all the blind curves and trees where I live that's he protects my safety by his body language in warning me of an oncoming vehicle before my human ears are able to pick up the sound. If a vehicle is large, loud, approaches too quickly or too close to the shoulder of the road, he auromatically backs down farther into the ditch. For me, it's very important he's completely aware of any vehicle even if it is a motorcycle or a person on a bicycle the entire time we're on the road.

[@judymiller5154]

I have a similar habit with my lab pup, but say "car" as soon as I hear something, and she knows to sit on the shoulder. I am hoping she will eventually do it automatically if she ever gets loose on a road.

[@capuchinosofia4771]

I literally cant believe how QUICK this method is. Its stupidly quick. My dog already walked off leash but only when we came back from the park (cause she was tired enough to walk next to me and not 2 meters ahead) + when there was no one around. (No dogs nor people on the block) Tried this today, and she understood it in less than 5 blocks! Now loose leash walking is a thing + we are on our way to teaching proper off leash tecnique :D Thank you so much for your videos! Im so glad I found you in youtube!

[@kerrytom127]

He is absolutely the one to listen to. I’ve been breeding and working GSDs and Rottweilers for over 30 years. I haven’t seen anyone as honest as Joel

[@yuletak]

Awesome video! I love Cesar Milan's stuff, and I've learned watching his shows/content, but this is practically like having a coach at your side. All the gaps and questions filled and answered. I'm going to do this w/ my pitty tomorrow for our morning walk. Would love to get to the point where he will just follow me while I'm riding my bike.

[@cristinalee6606]

I love this guy . I did a stay in training program n my dog is great but this guy tells us why n how it all comes together .

[@karlsjunior466]

Yes, it will work for that. I had a huge black hairball (newfoundland/golden retriever mix) that eventually got to that point. Just do the steps, be patient, repeat. Add something new only when they are ready. Gus could run ten miles with me on my bike. Probably could have gone farther but that was the loop I rode after work. He was an awesome dog. RIP

[@derfskittlers6125]

Lol comparing this guy to Cezar who gets bit all the time.

[@Daiseehead]

@@derfskittlers6125 Well, of course Cesar is going to get bitten more. He trains dogs that nobody else wants to come near.

[@SaberKitty_Arts]

Be carful when listening to Cesar Milan because he’s know for making aggressive dogs and causing them stress. His own dogs are aggressive.

[@ameriahmarcy1697]

We spent three years trying to leash train our lab. Nothing had ever worked. At one point she had to live with my parents because I couldn’t safely take her out potty with our newborn. After watching one of your videos and doing exactly as described, she is like a new dog! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@User7688.--_]

Way to go! 🌟

[@jrgomez]

Once more, a detailed and perfectly explained walking method. Thanks!

[@andrecallus3315]

great teaching, I've been through many dog trainers on youTube but this content is the most practical to work with, thanks Joel..

[@DaNyWoolfy]

Absolutely love your videos, my lab has horrible on walks but after I tried your methot, in 1 day he learned how to walk normally. Still has a lot to learn but we are getting there. I’ve already started telling all my friends with dogs to subscribe to you channel.

[@kaylacrippen4809]

I’ve just recently started watching this channel and I have 1 1/2 year old pit who I adopted around 3 months ago. These tips have helped a lot but we still have a long ways to go.

[@brialeanne6219]

I love your videos so much , i did the little pop correction yesterday while walking and she walked by my side the rest of the walk lol . Wished I learned this sooner

[@callernumber9]

All day baby :) dude I just tried this with my 6y/o German Sheppard Lab. Couldn’t believe how fast it changed his behavior. He clued in right away and we had the best walk we’ve ever had. Thanks Beckman, you’re the best

[@Idalizzl]

After a whole year of trying to find training for leash walking nothing worked till I found this channel. Thank y’all!

[@sibeldjc1864]

You truly have excellent teaching skills!! Thanks for another amazingly helpful video!!

[@samanthahu4803]

Great stuff as usual! Thanks for showing how to tighten up LLW and how to bridge the gap between that and off leash. I also love when you say you can do this all day, it gets me everytime 😂 mainly because I am the same way and it helps me feel like I'm not crazy.

[@d3hit]

Thanks Beckman fam, extremely helpful videos. I like that we can watch the entire process from beginning to end dealing with real life situations. Cheers.

[@kelseyfarr7914]

Thank you, Joel, for all your terrific videos! Your methods for loose leash walking and no nonsense attitude have helped me tremendously with our newly adopted 2 yr old American Staffordshire Terrier. He is a sweetheart and is working towards being one of the best behaved dogs in the neighborhood. Some neighbors think I am too firm with him, but I'm reaping the benefits of being the boss and the proof's in the pudding.

[@RiceballRox]

Tried with my girl (7 mo cockapoo) first time today, she’s doing sooooooo well! I tried Zak George’s method since she was little, rewarding every time she checks on me and started with in the house then around the block but it never lasted passed few houses, the most I could get her to walk with no leaving/pulling was one block. And who has the time in the world to keep doing that every day, plus I want her to play and enjoy herself with other puppies? Soon I just gave up, because she’s little and even if she pulls occasionally it’s not dangerous and I always have control. I pretty much gave up on loose leash walking now, and she was always on harness because I don’t want her to choke. I still reward her when she looks at me while walking but it’s always whenever she felt like, not on my term. Very thankful to find your channel! I watched a dozen of your videos yesterday, and couldn’t wait to try it on Lola today. And you know what? We not perfect I had many corrections but she had her best loose leash walking with me challenging her stopping randomly, away from her interests and even on the field she plays with other pups! Very effective, efficient, and just simply works! Thank you very much!

[@KingsMom831]

Oh wow! This is a really unique take on training for this, I can’t wait to try it😁

[@amywang4442]

Thank you for explaining the 'concept' with a real example. It's so appreciated!! I have been practicing my dog with your 'front' door thing. It helped my dog immediately. He can listen to me now when he sees a rabbit luring him. I can't believe that I can 'train' a dog! :D Thank you X N times.

[@LGBTeldercareseattle]

Thank you Joel! I just started using this method with my 1 year old Lab after trying at least 6 other methods. This is like magic! Thank you! My dog is actually paying attention to me, and I feel like we are bonded more than before too. Would you please do a video training the dog to stay within the borders of a property? We want to allow our dog to play more freely, but don't want her to bolt. We live in a semi rural area, no fence.. Thanks again!

[@paulthomas333]

After months, we finally got around the block dragging the leash. And we met a friend , and she was totally chill, not jumping, a side benefit since I use correction for that as well. Thanks for your many explaining videos.

[@susantower]

Brilliant! Watching your channel gives me faith that I could have a well trained dog.

[@Lubas1984]

Incredible! Doing the doorway method and After just 1 session my Staffordshire Bull Terrier now walks next to me on a loose lead. It has transformed our walks together. Thank you so much.

[@88hamar]

this is the first video ive seen with you i am ready to train my dog and coming back to watch more of youre videos thank you so much

[@jenniferheard5196]

Loving your videos! You touched on the end about the freedom in a park/yard vs off leash walks so would love to learn more about how to get them to behave in a yard. Your dogs aren't necessarily 'with you' in the pasture when they're playing so there is a difference. We have a barky neighbour dog that's always outside and would love to know how I can get my dog to be able to be free in the backyard and ignore him.

[@pmlm1571]

Gold. There's no substitute for seeing the actions paired with the thoughts behind them--both the dog's and Joel's. I found out from Cesar M long ago what helps, and Joel is working in that vein too. I see some fine tuning I can add in w my dog-aggressive rescue. So many thanks.

[@user-cc4vd2ud8q]

Thx mate, I just started offleash training my bull arab using ur method and it worked, u saved my life gentleman.

[@missnattycakes4052]

I love this method. I am currently using this on my 1 year old pitbull. Our walks are so much calmer now.

[@bettymcconnell1011]

One of the best videos yet love them all thank you

[@vanihansen2136]

This video is great. I'm going to start doing what you teach. I've watched a lot of videos.. most with huge long lead which isn't what I want. Thank you.

[@LizerdWizard]

Hi Joel, I've recently found your videos and have really been enjoying the content. If possible, would you be interested in making a video that showcases some of your best trained dogs showcasing these behaviors (loose-leash/off-leash walking, recalling from play, etc. in highly distracting environments)? For myself personally, and maybe for others as well, this would be great to help set expectations and goals, as well as to serve as motivation when we see what can be achieved when the work is put in. Thanks!

[@ithinksustainable]

Wow!! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@shanescott1207]

HUGE, important points!!!

[@victorsr6708]

Great video, I think the one thing that I might have missed is the length of the leash, it would be hard to give the dog the room it needs for corrections with a 5 foot leash and that’s what I see most people use. Also I love the fact that he said that you don’t want the perfect heel, it’s a lot of work and for most of us we just want a companion that will be well behaved.

[@annettestephens5337]

Joel leash is a great length for teaching ‘are you with me?’ Pet shops in UK don’t appear to stock the longer length type. Any suggestions on where I can purchase the type that Joel uses?

[@CantHandletheParrot]

oh my god you're the best - there's so much detail and knowledge here!

[@kbytex]

This channel is gold! Subscribed!

[@MindfulScott]

Awesome video, so much helpful info. Thank you!

[@backkat9475]

I love this "don't leave" leash work. Been working this method with my 9mo old ACD daily. He is doing better. Still lots of work needed. Would be so much better if I could control his reactivity with people and dogs. *Yes, viewing your videos on that too.

[@reallymedagnabit]

Another great, practical video.. keep them coming

[@BrandonMcCarty]

I'm glad I'm on the right track. I walk my 5 mo lab 2x a day since I got him at 13 weeks and constantly stop to correct it just came to pass yesterday that he stays at my side. This video gave me great insight as to what my little bubble should be but call me stubborn I can't trust him to be even behind me cause he may run off to try and eat something he shouldn't. I'm for sure going to try the leash on the ground for a few steps at a time tonight cause it think he's earned it. Thank you so much!

[@ronsta]

I love this guy.

[@wuandy1]

great puppy owners make great parents. lots of information, thank you.

[@williamtufts3600]

I would like to see a comparison between what you consider a perfect dog to what you consider a not so perfect dog. Would help in understanding what behaviors to look for.

[@dinib5545]

I'm so thankfull for all yours videos. You are doing a great job. Your metods are something that I was looking for a years. Thank you one more time. :)

[@User7688.--_]

I hope you are a subscriber. 😊

[@gogogo96]

I have 3 months Akita mix. cant wait to do this tomorrow. Thank you very much

[@analogR]

Great video Joel, I like the breakdown of things it's really good, thank you. My dog has a great recall in the park I basically randomly walk off on purpose without calling her so she knows she has to watch me even while playing with dogs and I started when she was around 9 months dragging a long line behind her. She is great now off leash in the park but still with the leash on on the street.

[@analogR]

Just to add, I did go get method when I started letting her drag a longline I had to do it once and I think she remembered it well because my energy was different I was like no nonsense looked her in the eyes. Also, if she is too excited I don't take her to the park and I tell her, no park you are too crazy😂 I think she really gets it as if she walks beautifully I say well done- good walking- park.

[@walkeren]

Another great teaching video.

[@Tracyleigh101]

Excellent video!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@AllThGdNmsRTkn]

Epic. Ending with a cliffhanger.

[@keanealtoveros8522]

Man. This is amazing. Thanks so much Joel, been trying your stuff with great success. Was wondering where letting a dog sniff would fit into the equation here? Would a longer line then be included?

[@VK-qo1gm]

Excellent video, thank you! 🌺🇦🇺

[@SebCoffeeFitness]

learned so much out of all your videos man! my frenchie has got sir much better! people are too soft down here in Australia

[@beatas8643]

Great! Thank you very, very, very much for this video.

[@GeorgeVivanco]

This is very useful my dogs five months old and he’s doing pretty well on and off leash but I kept using word accuse but now I know just to just give a little tug to the leash and then he’s my buddy again

[@salman11223344]

Great and to the point. 👍🏻 SUBSCRIBED!!

[@thevanmarterfamily1480]

Thank you for this video great information first day doing this step by step my dog was walking without the Leash in my hand for over a mile passing dogs and cats. Constantly looking at me for commands

[@enforcementofficer4802]

Love these videos - I can watch them all day, I don’t care, I’ll watch them all day :)

[@BDTraining]

Lol

[@tonightwerideee]

I learned to do tis during an acid trip once. ive never seen this video until now and its a solid way to be.

[@mamacon5]

Love this video! Do not mind the fingers 😄. Getting ready to get a puppy and I want to be prepared.

[@luisbaez7239]

Let me tell you, i have been reading and also paying some dog trainners but was all not worth it, i just saw your video last night and tried with my brittany spaniel 1 year old and was like magic...in 10 month i had never saw my dog responding the leash walk like this...my dog is very well trained by me on básic obedience...but this was the cherry on top...my dog always was very sniffer and walking in front of me no matter what i did...but i thank god you showed up...and the first time my dog eat treats on the street also....i think this is a miracle.

[@fredericlinden]

I can see that this docile dog is not familiar with the area and wants to explore. Overall, it did admirably well. So nice to see a dog that responds positivitely to directions and corrections.

[@Bars783]

Great instructions, can I ask what breed of dog is that?

[@edwardwung1754]

I love your videos very much. They are always so clear and instructive. I am wondering if you can help me with this situation. My dog is almost 6 months old now (I adopted him at month 3),. We bonded very well and he is so attached to me that it's almost easy to make him follow me on a walk. The hard part is to get him away from me. I thought it was cute at first, but now, I sort of want to have my own personal space more. For example, at first when I was playing the piano, he would lay maybe 3 ft away from my piano and just enjoyed the sun shining through the window (and hopefully my piano). Then, starting a couple weeks ago, he would lay on my foot and it's a bit inconvenient because I needed to step on the pedal when I played the piano. Now, he even tried to jump on the keyboard when I play. When I walk around the house, I feel that if it's possible at all, he would stick his nose on my leg. Fortunately, he doesn't have very bad separation anxiety, so he is fine when I leave the house or when he goes to bed at night. However, during the day, it's just a bit overwhelming to me sometimes. When I am at home, I feel like I am the one that's been watched by my dog, not the other way around. Any suggestions? Thank you so much for making so many wonderful videos and tutorials.

[@gailtaylor6488]

This guy and Will Atherton both are Brilliant 🐾🐾🐾👣

[@deankaprolet3994]

The extenda leashes help with this. It can help teach them to always stay within a certain distance

[@liamparkin3697]

Love your stuff man. One thing I wish all youtube trainers did is give a suggested age for each video. I know ‘it depends’ but it would be a good rule of thumb for expectations

[@scurlock1]

Great Content. I have never seen your channel and Im amazed. This is how my training works. I get harassed all the time as if my girls are not smart. They cross the street in the crosswalk. Dogs are smarter than the average human.

[@qatqrgarage]

Using treats feels so fun and easy, and this looks like such serious business. VERY compelling video though. These methods work amazingly well for our 7 month old doodle. 👍🏻

[@JS-yj7ow]

I like a lot of your content, and it has helped. I hope to find a vid where you get a dog to turn off their “radar”, or at least turn it down. That so far is my biggest challenge with my current pup.

[@andihd8768]

Great stuff Joel! Repetition, Repetition, Repetition. All things w repetition.

[@mdl8399]

It looks like Moose is only wearing a flat collar! Even more impressive!!

[@ariesworld7]

@1:24 the dog was like.. it’s going to be a long lecture.. let me chill 😂

[@Zerpersande]

My dog ran beside my bicycle, off-leash. I rarely used a leash except to tether him when I went in a store. I don’t remember ever ‘tricking’ him. Just lots of practice in non-crowded areas. I had an e-collar to get him back at first.

[@reoki5451]

great info. Sadly off-leash doesn’t feel like an option as I have a husky so it’s not worth the risk. I’m still learning the psychology of dogs with your vids so it’s all valuable info!

[@goofykitty286]

I have a husky too!! Her name is Luna but my mom calls her Lunatic 😂. Once she gets her zoomies out she’s great. This girl almost broke me bcs she’d outsmart me. It took me 6 months of patience and training myself so I could be a better leader for her. I had to step up my game and really research dog psychology and huskies in particular. I made sure to socialize her asap but lucky for me she always had a great demeanor. You’re gonna make mistakes, forgive yourself, and grow from them. Also, make sure to protect your puppo at the dog park from other bad dog parents, make sure your pup understands you’re the alpha and will always protect them. I made that mistake with my last doggy by not stepping in when I should have. Wish I would have had these vids to guide me ages ago. Good luck 🍀💗!!

[@reoki5451]

@@goofykitty286 great to hear! It’s certainly a ride owning any dog, and especially a husky 😂 patience is the key 🔑

[@solideomusical]

'Husky-pitbull' here. 'Off leash' for him would only happen in a large, enclosed area that would just give my pup the *illusion* of freedom.

[@charlotteschissler1717]

I paid 100€ online to get an online course that was way below in terms of quality of content, compared to Joël's free online stuff here 😂 thank you for the work, helps a lot

[@pamelawalsh8153]

I was shoveling and had a 15 ft line on Marco. I don't have a fence yet. I dropped the line and he wasn't horrible, had to step on it twice when he got close to the road. I didn't want to encourage him to go in the neighbors yard. To hooked the line on my hitch (kept him out of the neighbors yard and street) didn't take long n he was ok. Then I got back to my yard, and chose to leave him hooked up for that last few minutes. He worked the snap before I realized and was following me. I was shocked! He's half husky and knew he was off leash! I really think the loose leash work we've done is making a difference

[@lighttravel3242]

This is pure gold

[@1.e_025]

jesus i have a excitement reactive dog and this worked like magic it only took about 30-45 minutes for her to get it

[@bradquigley3676]

This is great!

[@bubbag8895]

Need merchandise, 'ill do this all day'

[@Pink_Aqua]

YEEESSS

[@solideomusical]

Yup!

[@kylagraf3292]

Excellent.....

[@territalk1893]

I love this. I didn’t do well when we first got out Macey girl. Bad time for me, I was more impatient than teaching. 🙁. Not my true style. We are a pretty great team now, 5 years later. Anyway- what about when you’re walking in the woods? Is it ok for them to run ahead or behind a bit exploring, when they do come when called?

[@johnolsen394]

Great video

[@khadijahdavis1572]

Oh this guy is awesome

[@jonellcolon3967]

This video is gold! I didn’t walk my dog off leash, yet, but the fact that he walked next to me with the leash so loose and after the third correction he would stop when I stopped was amazing. I’m gonna take it step by step thou. Thank you by the way.

[@marywnz2no]

Spot on the dog brain dude. Yes.

[@gerardcarrington5009]

Fantastic!

[@darianjames5226]

really helpful !

[@Yes-wy8sk]

can we get a prey drive video? my dog always lunges at my cats, 11 month old German Shepard.

[@robmaule4025]

Yup, this one!

[@mamabear4009]

Yes, I would like this one.

[@WollongongSkyWatch]

Keep the leash on and 'pop' a correction before the dog lunges.

[@User7688.--_]

@@WollongongSkyWatch, perfect response Nym. I don't get how people miss these answers if they are watching the videos, serious about training, not skipping steps to save themselves time and energy-which never works for anything you seriously want to achieve. 🧐🤔🙄 Go figure.

[@WollongongSkyWatch]

@@User7688.--_ Thanks, but I think there is way too much anxiety in ppl when tackling dog training, especially for first-time dog owners. I've always had a dog, mostly two, and they never jumped up at ppl, and it wasn't because of dedicated training sessions - My children used to say 'down' and swatt them with clothing! My daughter worked in a Sydney pet food shop and would regularly encounter ppl confused over what to feed their pup as they couldn't see their particular breed on the food bag. Anxiety. Happy training :)

[@runner0826]

Thank you - Your method of leaving the house on your terms and the quick correction has been working very well. But, when a dog approaches she goes nuts and barks and hits the end of the leash and so I use the correction. She does look at me (yeah), I treat her - but then she continues to bark and reach the end of the leash yet again 😳 - and this is the cycle. Maybe it takes awhile? Would love to see a video of a walk when the dog continues to bark/hit end of the leash even with correction and your process. I’m probably doing something wrong. Sigh. Thanks for all your informative videos!

[@jennymunday7913]

Maybe try turning around and walking back the way you came after the correction? Then treat after she come with you. I mean even if you go for a 15 minute walk back and forth in front of your house, its still a 15 minute walk and can desensitize them to things nearby?

[@robertbaelen7656]

@runner. Give no treats in bad behaviour. Now is your dog taking the anoyance, the correction, as it is as it is, no pain no gain, and see, your dog takes also the kibble, now you have a dog in a circle. He lunges or the gain is proximation or the gain is a reward in the kibble. And he starts again. You are training repetitive behaviour even if it is hard or painfull or terrifying. You are hardening your dog.

[@User7688.--_]

You are missing the main steps in Joel’s Loose Leash Walking method. The walk starts in your house before you even get to your front door. Start over, go back and watch all the loose leash walking videos. They all are different videos of the same method.

[@runner0826]

@@User7688.--_ Thank you. Yes, I have watched all of Joel’s videos. Everyday, we do start in the house and then move to the door and she is 💯 perfect! The walk is perfect loose leash until a dog comes along. But, it’s finally improving thanks to Joel. 👏👍

[@User7688.--_]

@@runner0826, Oh good, I’m glad.

[@kelvinhall8228]

Nice useful video as usual.I started bringing my 12 wk Boxer out to Socialize.I was taking him to the Dog Park same time(12wks)In my arms of course.I stayed outside the fence.ACE is a high energy,over excited dog which carry in his breed.I stay in Seattle by Tourist attractions so it noisy,crowded.At 3mo.he was playing with older Pit which the leash unlatched.On one of the highest traffic street.I yelled come but he think I'm playing with him.I stopped Traffic on 3 sides an calling his name to come but no.The changed an most didn't go on green they didn't want to hit a pup but you have the ones didn't notice wat was going on r just did not. care.Ace finally Ace running over to mei started to grab him but Ace still playing an the metro bus Made a Daring stop.His eyes got real big as he looked at the bus.An me he new at that point he done something that maynot be right so he started to come to me anran of again.Now the People made a circle around the middle of the street.Thats wat saved his life.He eventually ran to a Tourist call an he grab him. I scold trained him.Everytime we come to a light corner we stop even if it say walk.In a month he totally understood.At six mo. he walk the same busy streets without a leash.Now he like to stalk birds, squirrels etc.an he is still n tact.But he look at me before he take off.No treats involve in my training 95%.I Kno it's a big chance for a Disaster even the best Attention I give him is not enough one blink an a tragedy can happen.Hard for me to not let him be a dog that he is.I lost 2 dogs by a blink of a eye to Automobile tragedy.One Boxer would never wonder in the streets but this one time she did an got ran over , left behind 7 pups.2nd I ran over my poodle she wanted to go with me.I let her out to potty an I didn't wait for her to come back.After I realize wat happen I picked her up I heard a crack from possibly her neck an that was it.Sum it up off leash in the city could be dangerous no matter how well your dog is trained but that's a chance I take cause he is so proud wen I take the leash off an wen I put it back on.Its like he get A & Bs on his report card.Ao I let him be a dog as much as I can.I didn't mean to wright this much an probably never again I got into my feelings.Keep feeding Knowledge to us

[@User7688.--_]

I'm so sorry all of that happened. I feel you won't let this happen again. Keep up the work. Don't let up. “I'll do this all day.” Get to “perfection, ” and no more unleashed traffic areas.

[@Ryan-ys2bq]

Thanks I’m going to do this with my Golden in Thailand, my fears of stray dogs and crazy scooters created my fear of him being off leash over training him to be in my control when off leash, my issue not his.