Simple method to help pulling on leash

If your dog pulls or lunges on leash this simple and unique method will help tremendously!

[@mensb1936]

never applied any corrections to training until finding your vids. did one 5 minute session of this with our pup in the morning and she walked PERFECTLY on leash in the backyard all day, even with the neighbor dog whining through the fence. huge progress on recall and stays following your methods as well - literally in minutes vs days with only pos reinforcement. thanks so much for making these vids with such clear explanation and demonstration

[@lakelifestateofmind5432]

How old is your pup?

[@rossieg3666]

I’ve watched many and still can’t get my 11 month, Miniature schnauzer under control. Had a trainer but didn’t feel he did any better. He struggle too, leash pulling and barking at other dogs.

[@ivetteberuvides1187]

@@rossieg3666 try a gentle leader, see if hell accept treats when he’s being good.also try the butt thing where you basically don’t let him look at the other dog . If there’s something I’ve learned from Joel Is if one thing isn’t working move to the next or change some things about it

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

@@rossieg3666 how are things going? Joel has a few little dog videos too. I've done no bark or the walk is over - your choice - with my Dobes and even my Beagle/JRT mix whose revert to mode is barking. You have to follow through that very first time you say it though so they know you're not crying wolf. The next time you take them you can actually see their minds thinking about it - hmmm, do I want to go home or keep walking? For dogs barking in their own yard, I tell my guys No bark, he's doing his job. That's his yard. You'd do the same thing if that was your yard. My guys whine once and we continue on our walk. 180 degree turns work wonders too. As soon as they start, before they get to the end of the leash and start pulling, you just turn around and go back in the direction you just came from - the boring part of the walk that they've already sniffed and been there. When they calm down, turn back and continue in the regularly scheduled direction. Hope that helps.

[@calumpasqua9619]

I’m here to say, thank you!! After months with our sweet rescued American bull pit, who’s 100lbs of pull pull pull, I watched this one video, went out with our girl immediately after, first in only the yard, then for a walk, applied your directives, and by the time we returned, she’s is fixed. Literally. No more pulling. It was like a switch. She still does pull and Yelp if we see rabbit or other dogs, but simply walking? Just her and I? No more. She’s now a specimen!! I’m in shock. Thank you sooo much!

[@tomcha75]

So clear and easy with the right instructions. Too many dog trainers give all kinds of unnecessary and ineffective tips. This is straight to the point and works. Really appreciate it.

[@susannehausamann7247]

I almost have to laugh at how often you show the same exercise over and over again and I really admire you for your patience with us! I can't watch it often enough to really get it 100%

[@Kevin-xs3bd]

My only question is, how on earth is here only 5k subscribers?? This content is literal gold. Please keep these vids coming. Been binging so many of these vids.

[@nishanthd7552]

Wow that means he got about 35K subscribers within a month! That's growth!

[@MB-lf8rm]

He's up to 61.4 K now :)

[@jillsorbera7247]

87.8K now!!!

[@rj-jl5nv]

124K mid April 2022. Love his content.

[@sabrinasilk4283]

136k now

[@doghugger1466]

Works with goats, too! Watched the video, immediately applied to my does when I was leading them back to the barn yard. This is when the pull because they're eaget to get their evening chow. Worked like a charm. Easiest walk back ever. Thanks!

[@aussiegrace]

Now I’m going to try it on my goat haha

[@sarahdunn961]

I used this today on my 3yr old mastiff x who can be quite anxious on walks and it worked instantly! He very quickly figured out what was going on and only had a very brief reaction to another dog, which I quickly corrected and we continued with no issue. I played with changes in direction and he followed me brilliantly on a loose leash. For the first time it felt like we were just out walking together, rather than me walking him. Great stuff 👍🏻

[@BDTraining]

So glad it worked for you

[@josephfrenna289]

Holy shit! I watched this video once, and it fixed my dog (I guess it really fixed me!). She loose leash walked for the first time and didn’t rip my arms off for the first time ever. THANK YOU!!!

[@tanakrajcova8132]

I have tried your reccomendations today on the walk and now I have a brand new dog :) thank you so much, your videos are very helpfull!

[@Treichert22]

I’m trying today with a new 1 year old pup I’ve got will update my results

[@chrishince8947]

BEST METHOD I've ever used! Takes time and dedication but you get what you put into it. Thanks for sharing these tips and methods.

[@FranciscoGarcia-mc8gj]

This method has worked the best of any I have tried. The only thing I wish you mentioned, which SHOULD be common sense, is that the force of the correction is not the same for all dogs. Meaning the amount of force you used for that rottweiler is more than you would need for a Chihuahua. But the same method applies.

[@JoeR203]

lol The Chihuahua's head would come flying off.

[@HarshMalewar]

This is amazing. It worked for my golden Doodle. Now he doesn’t pull and it took him only a few days to get the hang of this. Now he knows that good things come when the leash is loose.

[@James-hs3tu]

7:43 One of Joel's favorite words. BINK. 😂😂😂😂

[@leoneranger9348]

In such a short time with simple instructions, that was AMAZING

[@c.burwell2618]

I can't get enough of these videos. Not being a dog person, per se, I've been telling friends for years that I want to some day get a Rottweiler but that I would have to have "dog lessons". These videos give me so much hope for really being able to achieve that! No fluff and to the point - very practical. Appreciate so much the way the information is broken down into these...ummm...bite-sized segments that don't give the feeling of information overload. They're real-life and truly make things seem doable. I really appreciate this channel. Thank you, Joel.

[@s3renity690]

I tried a training session at Petco, and the trainer told me to hold my puppy to my side with tension on the leash and walk around the store… ive tried it for months and it didn’t do a thing. Thank you for uploading this and making dog owners better handle their dogs!

[@sandyjoao4489]

He has a smart way of correcting dogs. Great job.

[@davidprovost7353]

I was blown away by how successful this method is. My 6yr. old 85lb. lab would NOT stop pulling on the leash when walking and would bark at and lunge at other dogs. After one session with her, using your method she's cured! I can now relax while walking and not have to constantly be correcting her. Oh, she still needs a sudden stop or two to keep her focus - but 99% better. There's a police K-9 fenced in a backyard on our route, and my dog used to go ballistic with the K-9 barking through the wood fence - now, she walks right by and just whines in response to the other dog - but she doesn't leave me. Thank you so much for your channel!

[@feiwong70]

We need an “I’ll do this all day”-T-shirt 😂

[@navodasenavirathne9084]

My golden used to drag me behind him on his walks. I applied this method two days ago and now our walks are so relaxed on a loose leash. I give him plenty of time to sniff and when I ask him to come he follows me. We now walk longer than before and I’m not drained out and frustrated at the end. So thank you 🙏🏼

[@torchk28]

Less frustration and you'll love your dog more, want to go on more walks, and enjoy spending more time with your dog. Your dog won't hate you for correcting them. You're building a stronger bond and mutual respect, and your dog will love you more for it. So many people don't spend the time showing their dogs the rules and end up having a nuisance for 15 years. You showed your dog how to walk civilized for a lifetime, in 2 days. Love it!

[@D.Everett]

Trying this today! My 8 month golden retriever gets excited on walks to the park.! Looks like I’ll be going back n forth. Hopefully not to many times! =) love watching these videos!

[@sharonc6602]

Walking my two 95 pound rescues tomorrow...one just two years old that pulls ridiculously. Trying this tomorrow. Thank you for the helpful tips!

[@BDTraining]

I’ve done multiple videos on my loose leash walking method, most within the last month. Check them all out to give you the whole picture before your walk tomorrow. Good luck.

[@SweeeeetSoul]

such an underrated dog trainer.. thank you so much i love your videos!

[@richardglasspool1446]

Thank you so much for this I have a boystrous 6 month old lab and have tried all the traditional check chains and halti harnesses and julius k9 gear in the space of 3 or 4 minutes today with a standard leather collar my boy is walking great! Time will tell but looking good so far many thanks from Winchester UK 🇬🇧

[@jeanburk9539]

Good lesson. You got a sub out of me. One very important word of advice, don't switch sides of the leash over your head. That's how I got a rotator cuff tear on my shoulder, when he took off while my arm was over my head. My Rocky was 85 lbs. Not too reactive, but that time, he was quick.

[@Adianodelih]

Still amazing, this guy uses normal collar and his techique is perfect, i'm sure he could even walk an Aabai and a Kangal and teach something to the people who needs someone else to pull back these dogs and still struggle. I struggled with mine and had the intuition that i should change direction cause i was tired of his pulling, we was walking me litterally, however, it was not perfect because i didn't give the gentle pops, he used to walk next to me and had more tendency to try to walk me again, thank's to this guy he mostly walks behind me, other times next to me and then if he tries again i change. Thank's for sharing

[@tinyali7704]

“You’ll stay here forever” need that logo when the shirts drop

[@jasonclark5856]

Some dogs learn so fast. He got there pretty quick. He’s a Rottweiler. I did it on one walk with an Australian shepherd. He gave in super fast with verbal ques

[@nogoogleplus]

That Rottie did well for his 1st session

[@mikalmikul1]

omg Thankyou so much for this, just had a breakthrough with my GSD, went to the dog park for the first time. I'm able to stop her barks and her lunges and she happily stays sitting next to me - the best way to put it is that as though she now has a somewhat clear direction in what she needs to do(need to better my timing and technique). ThankyoU!

[@Sweetswede15]

This video is amazing you can see the dog learning and understanding very quickly! Going to try this with my two dogs!

[@bettymcconnell1011]

Best free lesson I have had just found doing every video thank you

[@morgantam1]

Thank you for the effective tips! Day 2 of incorporating them and already our walks are getting smoother.

[@hellosunshine9915]

I really like the way you teach ! Thank you !

[@satvrnino6916]

You're a master. I'm applying your methods these days. I love your attitude hahaha

[@rj-jl5nv]

What a quick learner that rottie is! Good job, Joel and thank you.

[@christinefairchild1248]

Such great insight here!

[@johnandmorehb3422]

What a good dog.

[@432Enduro]

Just like to say a big thanks to you from Wales UK. I've got a 2 year old Dobermann that always had a mind of his own on the lead. I've spent 2-years trying other methods on him, Halti, turning around, walking the other direction, clicker etc. watched this video, implemented it; GAME CHANGER!. Took him on a 5.5 mile walk yesterday and he was like a totally different dog. Love your content, keep it coming.

[@thecraftlair]

Amazing video. Super firm and clear direction- thanks for the no-fluff instruction!! I have a 5 month old mutt who is doing great on walks- but want to ensure we’re setting the best foundation possible as she is growing FAST.

[@meezo09]

Great stuff 👍🏻👍🏻

[@poweredbygaga9262]

Amazing !👏🏼

[@frankwheezy]

Thanks for these. I've been watching your channel for a few days now a have learned so much. I have a four year old Labradoodle that pulls ALL THE TIME. I'll def give these a try.

[@toddbinkley597]

This is a GameChanger I am so glad I found your videos.

[@jillsorbera7247]

Definitely changed my life & my 3 rescue dogs' lives for the better!!! 🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️

[@mustangx]

Excellent stuff

[@Tropicanax7x]

I have a 2 year old girl who we have struggled with training how to walk on a leash. I have been sharing your videos with my partner and we really like your method. This dog resembles how our Macy acts the most, and we will now make this part of our routine. I just recently got her to sit outside which is an improvement as she would only do that indoors before, but we need to get her focused on us. I like your training a lot because it doesn't involve treats, and the outside world and all its distractions are better to her than a treat.

[@m.51373]

Thank you. Excellent.

[@jc-kj2on]

Amazing stuff 👏

[@casperaudi7476]

Saw this video had to look at it because I’m getting a Rottweiler puppy in a couple of weeks very helpful and you corrected his behavior 👍

[@Nereo797]

you have the puppy now? how is it going? getting my own rott puppy in like 6 weeks

[@SquirrelDarling1]

This technique works very well.

[@AntipodeanNZ]

Good job. Really informative video . Beautiful Rottie.

[@jodykurt9935]

Agree!

[@Coopercaroline2000]

Awesome!!

[@clentbalz7419]

Thank you Sir

[@stratomixsound4680]

My dog is 3 y/o, a strong Azores Cattle Dog female. She's dominant, flies out of the gate, pulls on leash...all the package. Discovered your channel yesterday, applied today for the first time your methods on the leash. It was not a perfect walk. It was a much better one tough. It started making a difference since we got out of the backyard, after 6 tries. She was paying more attention to me, like she never had before. At 3 it's probably a bit late, but I'm convinced it will make our lives easier/better. Thank you, regards from Portugal.

[@avilalopez1]

I will be trying this with my lab mix tomorrow. Once our door opens she instantly run for dear life. That's just the door threshold., which has stopped me from taking her on walks. She is only 46 lbs but strong as heck. 🥴 Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!

[@jeanconneely3602]

Looooved your video ❤

[@ellenb7229]

I found your channel through a search on loose leash walking. Thank you for making it, so many others tell you "this is how it's done" and show nothing. Your channel is a gift. I have been binge watching the leash videos. I live on a crazy busy street so I have to take my dog in the car before we can go on a walk in a park with trails.. As soon as his feet hit the ground he wants to take off, should I at that point guild him back into the car and try again until he gets it? Thank you again.

[@bearbear4030]

I had to get a vibration collar. It took 4 times buzzing him. It was a waste of money…it trained him immediately! He knew when I pulled the remote out..not to move! There was no shock involved! Just vibration. It’s an amazing collar! EDIT: He learned the buzz…it doesn’t have any motivation anymore…he’s like …that’s all you got?

[@michelleschweizer9000]

Good dog!

[@jankuna9479]

Merci!

[@benfassa7566]

Nice work! i already had a lot of progress thanks to you. Did you tire him out before this video?

[@hoppladihopplada]

Ich finde deine Methode sehr gut gut. Habe es umgesetzt und der Anfang ist gut gelungen. 👍👍👍

[@kingh8163]

This works thanks

[@taylorschumacher3141]

Super helpful video, thanks Joel! Would be curious to see how you increase criteria as you progress.

[@AbnerSolano]

Id like to see that too. Also, I didn't see much praise. Is it something you want to ignore? You talked about treats....you also didn't use any. Thanks for the videos

[@aussiegrace]

@@AbnerSolano the treat or reward is being able to continue the walk. So……the dog walks ahead……leash correction…..dog stops and CHECKS IN with Joel……the walk then continues.

[@bhumikjoshi3430]

I have been using this and have had tremendous success with the same. The only question I had is : Would extensive correction have a bruising effect on the dog's neck? My vet told me they have their thyroid gland right where the collar is and that gets damaged pretty bad in leash pulling situations. Love the work by the way , You've literally saved my dog from flying through the door and crashing into a vehicle.

[@ahv5457]

Fantastic

[@danalucero1840]

i have 4 big dogs all male and neutered getting ready for walks is a nightmare so j get harnesses on and make them wait till they calm down then i get the leashes and have to put 2 in a room while i take the other 2 out and run out the door and the gate. yeah there is just so much i would make this a novel lol but i love these videos i have learned so much

[@gingersnaps4194]

The frustrating part of all this is to not be able to find a trainer like this in my area. The videos are very helpful, but still feel I need hands-on instruction to help my dogs live up to their potential.

[@mikebalas8423]

I believe that he does video training. You might give him a call and ask if he gives video training. It wouldn’t hurt.

[@renato6166]

Hey Joel! Just recently discovered your channel doing some KZbin research to learn some things about dogs! I found you and every day I have been watching a little bit! My brother was in another city and came back and lives with us for now, he has a 1y 7months girl Labrador and I have a 4yr mixed race medium size (13kg). They are now used to each other but he still is afraid even tho she just wants to play. I saw this video and I see that the dog is calm once you start the walk. In my case when I want to go with the Labrador she is so pumped up on energy that the corrections have little effect. How can I make her lose some of the energy once she knows that we are going for a walk? So she has a calmer mind to teach. I think that she will do a sit/stay but the energy will still be there. Sorry for the long question/story! Thanks!

[@barmanvarn]

I once tried the method of “turn around and go the opposite direction when your dog pulls”. I got so dizzy from constantly doing 180s that we had to go home. LOL

[@OAPMrTickle]

I have a Dutch Shepard and when I take him to the park he will pull at the end of the lead. I give him a correction and walk all the way back and he will perfect heel. I praise him and turn back to go to the park again and he'll be at the end of the lead again. I keep repeating it and every time on the way back he perfectly heels. It's kind of funny but very frustrating. He obviously knows how to heel! He's also very under socialised. I got him when he was 6 months old (now 2 years old) and that is the time when covid started and the country locked down. He does have a very good male dog friend a French bulldog. They will play and smell each other etc but any other dogs come near and he's like a wild thing at the end of the lead. I've been trying for a year and a half to stop this behaviour. When he first met my friends Frenchie he reacted like that too for about 5 minutes and after a couple of walks they're best friends. Other dog owners just see a vicious dog barking at their little yapping dogs and think the worse. I wish you were in the UK but your video's are very helpful. One day I hope to have a well behaved dog. I'll be getting him neutered once things go back to normal in the hopes that will help too.

[@khalilbilal1514]

That’s what I’ve been forgetting to do! Walk the other way after the correction!!

[@aussiegrace]

Sound is a bit quiet on this one but still an awesome session.

[@chickenlounge641]

Awesemness!

[@mamabear4009]

This works.

[@thriftinmomof3456]

Does this work the same if the dog is on a harness instead of a regular neck collar?

[@Deeskey95]

Wow smart Rottweiler, my Rottweiler is 10 months old full of energy and if I try to do this method I'm immediately dragging on my belly down the street

[@kttykrvtz]

Hello, I have a 4 month old Rottie. I notice your dog doesn’t have a choke chain on. What do you recommend for puppies as far as training on the leash and walking. At the moment I use a harness and my pup tends to pull on the leash with her mouth. Thanks!

[@leashr]

I'm also seeing progress the day after from just one walk

[@shortmeister6776]

yr awsm

[@grylining3021]

How old must the dog be to do this? Mine is 7 months. Alaska Husky.

[@Whoshotmyrifle]

Excellent video. Is this effective with smaller puppies say a 7 month old Pomeranian?

[@aussiegrace]

Yes

[@LalaLala-bs6hw]

Will this work with a no pull harness? I do not want hurt my dogs neck by pulling on his collar.

[@gruffrossi5420]

Yes I'm wrong but not no more my rottveiler is bigger than this one but you are right and it has made me a better owner kizar likes your voice he listens to all your vids its amusing 😄it shows you know yer job is it majik🤣🤣🤣🤣😉

[@Don_terrenos]

My dog is 1 year old. could it be age thats causing my dog to be super difficult when leash walking?

[@SMASH1185]

Will this work with a 4.5month old puppy? My baby is so crazy when I try to walk her.

[@User7688.--_]

Joel has several videos for puppies and small dogs. You might want to check those out.

[@exkova]

Man, that's the best method. Do you think that I could do this with two dogs at the same time? I have a golden retriever and a boxer and I usually walk them together, but if it will be more effective I could walk them separately. Also I use a 5 feet leash, do you think a longer leash would be more effective? Thanks so much.

[@ElephantPatronus]

I had to walk mine separately until they each got the hang of it. Easier on all of us.

[@lakelifestateofmind5432]

What a fun combo of dogs! How do the breeds interact. I have a boxer and the energy level is so high. Does the Golden react well to it?

[@User7688.--_]

Joe has a video on this exact situation. Walking two dogs at the same time. Subscribing helps locate videos. 👍

[@claytonschmidt290]

Great video. I’m really appreciating your training methods! Need some advise on my barking 5 month old Cane Corso. Obviously a guard dog breed and goes off like a firecracker when people approach our house and camp site for example. We know it’s unfair to expect to stifle the barking completely as it’s in her genes. But we should be able to “turn her off” and let her know that we’ll take it from here. Any advice on how to do this?

[@BDTraining]

That exactly right right, you need to let her know “you’ll take it from here”. Think through what that process would look like. Get back to me.

[@claytonschmidt290]

@@BDTraining Upon barking, We have been saying “ok, now LEAVE IT” then try to reward with a treat when she stops. This is effective at times. But she can get so engaged at times that it’s like she doesn’t even hear us. We’re just trying nip this behaviour while she is still young (5 months). Ive even purchased a vibrating collar to possibly incorporate after two “Leave it” commands. But just haven’t had the heart to use. Hoping that perhaps this reward approach for her calming down after a “leave it“ command may be the way to go. Just wanted to see if you agree with this or had other ideas. Thanks so much.

[@mikebalas8423]

@Clayton Schmidt I saw a video he did about a week ago called Barking Quick Fix that might help.

[@cpoul]

Will this work with a scent driven dog?

[@Dalilaworld_]

Does the types of collar help? I have a harness on my pups and it doesn’t seem to work they still pull pull pull like sled dogs 🥴

[@pattylaird930]

My dog doesn't like the leash & has been approached by growling dogs so she doesn't want to go for walks. So when she sees the leash she stays away from me. Any advice?

[@yulungjasonlee]

Do you have an example where multiple dogs and multiple handlers are walking together and the last dog keeps trying to leave even after correction? I assume the same method would apply but I as the handler would need to break away from that pack to teach the dog to not "chase" the front of the pack?

[@aussiegrace]

If there are multiple dogs and multiple handlers then each handler needs to do the training with the dog they are handling.

[@nlim03]

I have 2 dogs at home, can i train them both together with this method at the same time (with a leash for each dog of course) so it wont be time consuming?

[@aussiegrace]

Don’t be lazy. Each dog needs to have individual training sessions in everything.

[@AmunRa2024]

I usually keep a raw steak in my pocket but this method is cleaner and safer💁‍♂️

[@kathleena4038]

I’m just a little skeptical of the real world application of this technique….I can see how it would work great on a dog who has already been well-exercised and is already a little tired. (That cute rottie certainly looks like he’s been well worn out from earlier exercise). It’s fine for folks who have a big fenced in yard where you can run around, play fetch, and generally wear your dog out prior to loose leash training. I just wonder about folks who don’t have that option. Definitely a good training concept. And yes, I do worry about all that constant yanking on the neck. I use an ez walk harness….Have trained 3 pups for local service dog org…..Let me know what I don’t understand….I’m sure someone will☺️

[@aussiegrace]

First…..there is NOT “constant yanking on the neck”. It’s a short flick/snap……like a tap on the shoulder to say “Oi are you forgetting something” Second…….it absolutely works on an out of control over enthusiastic bouncy dog…….just takes a tad longer…..so as Joel says “could do it all day” until he gets it.

[@tomcha75]

How do I correct when my dog wants to sniff every post and hydrant? He doesn't so much as pull me, but wants to stay while I want to move forward. Tried to give a correction, but pulling toward his head doesn't seem to have the same effect as when he's in front and I tug backward toward his body.

[@user-bx4ov2qy8b]

Turn around and go in the other direction, or swivel right around the hydrant and KEEP MOVING. Remember not to use a steady pull (which just encourages resistance), but quick "pops" on the leash. People seem to think they always have to proceed in a straight line on a walk. Eventually that is the goal, yes, but you can turn your dog in circles and back and forth forever until his or her eyes are on YOU and not any objects of interest. YOU are the director of the show. Generally speaking, I find that dogs who behave like this on a walk are also being allowed to have free run inside their homes. If the world is their oyster in the house, why should they think any differently when out on a walk? Good behavior will not come outside of the home unless it is also required inside of the home.

[@tomcha75]

@@user-bx4ov2qy8b Thanks for the comment. I do use the pops instead of pulls and do change directions (did that a ton when first training my dog). He's very well behaved in the house: no jumping on people, always looking to us for directions before going out the door, never trying to steal human food, etc... He behaves quite well on the walks. The only troublesome times are when he smells something and lurches to investigate.

[@User7688.--_]

Keep walking and if he gets to the end of the leash do the down and to the side quick pop. He has several videos on how to do this.

[@sameeralmadhi1070]

Can we do it on two dogs?or one by one would be the best training?

[@aussiegrace]

One at a time.

[@Gypsymommarose347]

Help! I can't stop my 2 year old German shepherd from being reactive. He's triggered by little dogs. He went after a little dog today that he was friendly with before. No blood was drawn but definitely saw a different side to my dog. 😭🙏

[@ElephantPatronus]

Have you tried the techniques in this video? Start there. No leaving the house until he's on your page. Then watch Joel's videos on reactivity.

[@zachfreeman313]

Our weimaraner is 30x more excitable than this dog. Tried this for a solid hour 4-5 different occasions and it hasnt worked. Any other advice you can give? Wish you were in Florida?