Best Trick To Stop Your Dog Pulling On The Leash

[@emmareadagoodbook9643]

Dude! I have my 1yr old rescue bullmastiff. Great dog, but could not walk nicely on a lead. I'm little, so my arm was very sore. I started watching your videos because I've been walking her twice a day for an hour each time. She still seemed bored. So I thought if we did some training her mind might be happier. Well after I saw this video I figured this was the perfect start. Her mind is happier. My arm is happier. You are doing a service for dogs worldwide. She was surrendered to the shelter because she was too big. So we had no choice but to make this work, because my baby is not going back. Training saves lives. Big love from Australia.

[@michaelomalley7580]

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[@deefee701]

Hey, do you have leash free dog parks or beaches that you could train him to run free in? Or a lot call dog training group for socialising and group exercise. I reckon you'll scare the locals at first but then you hafta reach out and make friends with people and dogs. We have mastiffs at our local parks. 🇦🇺🙋‍♀️

[@greigsanderson]

Dude? Lol

[@davidcalveley993]

I have 1yr old boxer and her adolescence hen over the park is becoming a bit too much too hand when off her lead its it's impossible to get her back even with treats. I don't know how to correct this please help

[@HanNguyen-vb3eo]

Are you writing a novel here?😢

[@dfray4208]

I adopted a dog two weeks ago and your videos have completely changed what I thought was possible with a relationship with my pup. He quickly takes to each new thing I learn from you, and in a matter of days went from an uncertain shelter dog to a calm, confident K9 citizen--and I've had my own big changes, becoming a calm, confident leader. We're learning more every day and look forward to each video you post. I can't thank you enough!

[@davidsmisc1351]

Absolutely. Many modern training techniques effectively remove correction altogether, at best allowing for you to ‘withdraw’ things the dog likes. Maybe that works but it’ll take forever to bed-in. It’s made training a dog so hard. I see this all the time with bouncing, pulling lunging dogs at the park, ‘We been to all the classes and trainers and he’s still a maniac.’ How frustrating to have tried to do all the right things and it seems to have been for next to nothing? As this video shows you won’t be ‘correcting’ forever and can then more more to positive reinforcement methods.

[@ryanodd4149]

Just had some success with this strategy: when the dog starts pulling, stop moving, say the heel command, and when they come back give a treat. This results in like 30 treats per walk (I like to break them into small pieces), but the pulling is gone. Hopefully soon I can start weening off the treats. I hope my dog isn't taking advantage of me lol

[@elliotdowzerofficial]

using kibble as a reward works too!!

[@Loveit1552]

​​@@elliotdowzerofficial Not with all dogs (my 3 prefer something tastier). If using treats as rewards, most trainers use a high value treat. I was told by a dog behaviourist, that kibble isn't the best thing to feed to dogs, apparently a lot of additives, meat waste, etc the behaviourist said look at the content on the package.

[@andreapearson4180]

I was just thinking the same thing that would need to break the treat down to 3 pieces otherwise dog would get fat from walking ha ha

[@lajuanaraye]

​@@Loveit1552I agree. They have to really want the treat you are offering. Kibble would never work on my puppy. Cheese is his biggest treat motivator. I buy expensive treats but cheese keeps him locked to my side and full attention on me.

[@stuartreynolds4359]

Will, you are my hero! We have an 8-month-old Bull Terrier (Elliott) who is loving, a cuddler, but as strong as an ox. He can pull like a steam train when he gets it into his head to chase a car, person, dog, leaf, squirrel, chipmunk and so on, and the pulling continues even after the distraction has gone. Thanks to watching this video about George and another about Sandy, I spent 20 minutes going back and forth with Elliott today like you did, and after that, he walked along with no pulling on his lead. He forgot his manners a couple of times when the wind gusted and he wasn’t sure what that was, so he he tried to run off. I stopped, changed direction a couple of times, and Elliott went back to loose-lead walking. This is amazing! I can now see a future where my arms don’t get dislocated and that is quite appealing. Thank you for providing these training videos. They are the first ones I have seen that are easy for Elliott and me to follow, and that really work.

[@charlottemurray9978]

We used to have an EBT that was terrified of the vets they used to have to meet us out back and sedate him just to get him inside once he managed to crawl down the street with my 6’ 15 stone husband laying on top of him holding him in a headlock while the vet was trying to inject him. So I fully feel for you on their pulling power. I miss our old boy every day.

[@Dizzie_Doodle]

Hi i did ur seminar I've literally finshed it got out for a walk with my husky and bichon did the pop with my wrist every time the pulled for more than 30 seconds to a minute and walked the other direction. Omg the difference is actually insane. I'll keep at the training and see if I can get it to stick with them. But just wanted to say thank u to all the team. I'm not long after heart surgery so my chest isn't fit to be dragged as u can imagine it's the first time in months we enjoyed a walk together and I'm not sore after it. Really thank you soo much a very happy Laura flash and pat x

[@rebeccablackman3264]

I tried this with my 6 and 11yo Catahoulas after trying many other techniques. Within 10-15 minutes I had them walking on a soft lead! As we walked (I trained them separately), they needed reminders, but I was stoked with how quickly they learned and how peaceful our walks were! Thankyou :)

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

So good to hear Rebecca!

[@lyliavix4366]

@@willathertoncaninetraining My Norfolk Terrier learned so many tricks as a puppy and I kind of run out of ideas for new things to teach him now he’s 3 years old. Also he absolutely loves reward training. The only thing I haven’t quite mastered is how to stop him pulling on walks especially when he gets curious about anything/any other dog. I struggle to understand why as he was so quick to learn all commands within days of joining our family (he was 3 months old) including toilet training, yet I can’t get the whole walking right!!! He’s a small breed however he’s managed to hurt my wrist pulling so hard and I feel terrible for telling him off as ME bad trainer not doggo!!!I’ll watch the videos and hopefully learn!

[@deborahsexton3871]

I have a 2 year old Border Collie and she is so smart and good at playing with frisbee and other fun things; walking on leash in the city, not so much! She has begun being reactive to vehicles and I have been terrified of her leash or collar breaking when she lunges at trucks! We have to walk in busy areas sometimes, so I am going to try to follow your instructions for not pulling. Totally makes sense. Btw, she is my third Collie and first one to be a problem with this…

[@kimberleymarkova3641]

Did you train them both at the same time? I have a Staff, 9 months and a Boxer cross, 24 months. They are inseparable so I can't take and train them separately. They pull and linge so much that I dread taking thrm out (Staff = reactive to other dogs)

[@maryt9704]

What age can you start this

[@JakePearce-i3m]

I just rescued a Xl from being pts. He was awful for pulling on the lead. After one walk of following your advice he’s like a different dog. Also the tips from your mouthing German shepherd video. Thankyou. Definitely keep watching you and definitely subscribing 👌 Thankyou will

[@lucaswedderburn]

You’re one of my favorite youtubers out there!!! Always speaking the truth and trying to do what’s best for these animals. I watched another guys video on leash pulling and his first step is to get a prong collar, I don’t believe in those…especially for my pittie who has such a short coat. I use a harness and have been teaching her the heal command and it’s been working! Slowly but surely she’s starting to understand and it makes the walks so much more enjoyable. Your work for these animals is amazing. I have a g.s.p. at my work and he has marks on his neck from a prong collar being used, it’s sad that owners are #1 lazy and #2 don’t care about the well being of their dog.

[@Addified]

Hey, just wanted to point out that a prong collar is a correction/communication tool just like the slip lead is, so they are pretty much in the same category there! I believe Will has also used prong collars himself in some of his other videos. Like anything, these tools can be misused and abused, which is when they cause injury (it’s shocking you mention the dog who has marks on his neck). When used correctly, the prong collar is not meant to punish or cause harm but is a valid communication tool. It is not for lazy people if they want to truly use one properly. Sure you could throw one on your dog and drag them around everywhere without teaching them anything, but you could also do that with the slip too. Neither is a good scenario. Just thought it was worth mentioning as I think there’s a lot of stigma around prongs from people who don’t understand how they work or consult a trainer to learn how to use them. Also, quality of the prong makes a big difference. You can buy cheap ones from Amazon or Temu which in my opinion just should not be sold. The only distributor of prongs in my opinion should be Herm Sprenger, the original designer of them who ensure safety and quality. I agree it’s crazy that these training tools are so easily accessible to people who don’t bother learning how to use them but blame the industry/users, not the tools.

[@djordjemili9915]

I trained my cane corso and german pinscher with your videos. I recommend you everybody that i know. My dogs are just a role model for the other owners and im so proud to took the time to train my dogs with your videos. I will recommend you for ever!

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Thanks so much ❤

[@bigrudd9346]

Wil and I typically use a similar method and I assure you it's terrific. Never assume that learning and teaching on both ends is finished after 1 day. Training and learning opportunities present themselves everyday. This also requires patience from the owner. Taking deep breaths helps calm yourself if you feel overwhelmed, and your heart rate lowers. Your emotions can transmit through the leash. Wil taught me the importance of body language. Walk upright with confidence. Love from an OG follower my friend and thank you.

[@JPwr83]

Why am I watching this when I have a bunny...

[@vigo3687]

😂

[@2gonurse]

😂😂😂

[@hollyrussell6599]

Gotta make sure that bunny doesn't pull on the leash 😂

[@memeandlolo9531]

Because secretly you want a corso

[@levonthree]

@@memeandlolo9531the best part is your right😂😂

[@dogtraininginaminute]

Great advice! Its really important to maintain consistency and patience when working with our furry friends to help them learn that pulling on the leash wont get them anywhere. Good luck!

[@ReggieChump]

If you bred me for someone's pet, took me away from my brother's, sister's, mum, dad.... And cut my testical's off, then locked me up all day... I'd bite your face off, not pull... "Animal lovers"... RIGHT?

[@laurenlu95]

This guy makes a lot of sense. My 11 week Bernedoodle is responding well, and she is progressing to higher and higher levels of desired behavior due to the methods demonstrated here. I hate correction - it stresses me out. But she is truly learning that when she doesn't pull, good things happen. Thanks, sir.

[@JMay1275]

I have a bernedoodle I’m going to try this with! I’m happy to hear it worked for you!

[@megakoirakoira]

Yeah that correction looks painful. I'm not sure I have a heart to give that kind of a tug :/

[@lyliavix4366]

@@megakoirakoira I come understand what you mean however I can say from personal experience that you will end up really tugging out of frustration when your dog pulls so hard it hurts your arm. A few training tugs could make a much happier doggo and much more fun walks

[@dianadeejarvis7074]

@@megakoirakoira it looks worse than it is. If it were painful, the dog would whimper or cry out. If you watch videos on this carefully, the dogs sometimes look a bit surprised but nothing worse.

[@taylordivinbarsalou2258]

I have a 1 yr old bernedoodle and am going to try! Glad you’re getting in early

[@Lucasr147]

It’s amazing how this work. One session and my boy was already walking almost perfectly. Thank you!

[@xCocoaWolf]

Ahhh I've been failing to reinforce the heel enough, need to focus more on that. Thank you Will. Your videos are a great refresher.

[@m.brizzy5407]

Dear Will, I was searching on Google for Dog Training in the UK (I live in Germany now) and out of quite a number of hits on Google I first chose yours. I plan to get (ideally) a Chocolate Labrador, but a Red or black is fine. The name I have chosen, many years ago, is George, so you can imagine my surprise at seeing this video today. My German is not good enough to go to dog training school and I want the best for my dog when I finally buy him. I plan to buy a 'Rescue dog' as I want to save the dog's life. I love dogs and it has taken me 24 years to get my wife to agree! She is German and likes cats. So, I subscribed. Have a great day! Mark

[@TrevyTrev-andTheFunkyPets]

What a good boy. Very helpful video I’m working with our Ralphy ( Pit/Dane) to stop his pulling on our walks. He does ok, but when he sights another dog, tug o war begins. This helps

[@murrinstephenm3095]

Just adopted a 8 month old Presa Canario. She’s a beauty. Definitely pulling when I take Her out for walks. I’ll try your technique Thank you for sharing. 🙏🏼👍🏼

[@eziotomi]

Did it work?

[@hirth8195]

I started leash training my 5-month-old lab with this technique. It went SO well when we'd walk around my apartment complex. Once I got out in public, she totally ignored me. She pulled, she got excited and started barking which she RARELY does. I'm going to continue using this method outside in public areas because I know this method works! It's just a different environment with more distractions. I realized introducing her slowly to new distractions and teaching her not to react is the best way for us both. CONFIDENCE IS KEY! :)

[@jyau2337]

Same case here

[@tracy419]

How did it go with your outside training?

[@colettegrubbs1311]

Going to start this strategy with my 1 year old pit bull rescue! Thank you!

[@jimbelaye]

I want to thank you very much for this video. I have a big 2 year old Labrador. With your method , he responded very quickly and positively.

[@StargrazersSpeckleParks]

What a sweet guy. Relatable and friendly

[@noname-ge3tz]

very easy to get a dog to follow instruction in an area like the one you made your video now do it in a busy place with lots of ppl and dogs around

[@robinnance8684]

Thanks for the video. You can also just buy a "Gentle Leader" that makes it so dogs cannot pull so hard. But I'm glad to see your video too. Thanks

[@matthewdawson2787]

Will has a Spider-Man tattoo. Friggin’ awesome. I have been watching and bought Fenrir courses - all of which are excellent and more than worth what little you pay for them - for a very long time now. In fact Will advised me on one of his early videos some years ago, on the perfect guardian breed, the second episode actually, on not getting a Mastiff. He suggested Staffy or Doberman. Of course, I didn’t listen, and bought a Dogue De Bordeaux. He was correct and the breed was seriously out of my capability - as Will said it would be. If it wasn’t for the Perfect Puppy course, I wouldn’t have been able to handle such a full-on dog. A dog, which now a little over a year old is an amazing member of our family. Thanks, Will and team. Much love from the land of Oz.

[@leecastle1465]

New to your channel, I have a 10 mth old female GS that has NO GS issues other than walking to heel and jumping up at me playfully. I have done 'Harness and Hotdog' training from 5-9 months but now Lexi just takes the treat and charges forward (she knows what 'heel' is 🤦🏻‍♀️ She will pull like a train at night time when she spots a fox, or sees another dog wanting to play, no amount of treats will stop it. Very reluctantly I've bought a choke chain, I will not be pulled along! Her recall in the park is 95% tho and all other commands are very good. I'll try and get the slip collar that you used. Great video, I'll give it a go, thank you!

[@vickyterry3150]

I know what you mean about seeing a fox (or squirrel, rabbit, cat, etc..). My GS is 5 years old, and about 2 years ago, I taught him the command "Watch." So now, if we see a squirrel, all I have to say is, "We watch him. Just watch," and he will sit and quietly watch the squirrel until his interest wanes. It's been wonderful!

[@leecastle1465]

@@vickyterry3150 oh I'll try this too, thank you for the tip!

[@vickyterry3150]

@@leecastle1465 I hope it works for you. My neighbor has a woodchuck living under their shed, and Max will lie in the bushes and watch the woodchuck for hours. I call him the Jane Goodall of German Sheps. :D

[@quasimodo614]

Yes my girl shep who is now 9 months has been very fearful of everything. She barks at things when too close so it’s been lots of walks trying to manage it all. More recently tho she has been lunging and getting more reactive about dogs and people. I’m struggling now to control her and have brought the slip lead to try when watches the training. Like another mentioned I say watching and try and calm her to watch certain things from a distance. I’m a bit worried about using the slip lead but I want her to be able to enjoy her walk. Oh and same as you my gal is not bothered at all about treats outside. She is just way to focused on everything around her 😩

[@leecastle1465]

@@quasimodo614 sorry to hear about your dog's reactive lunging at other dogs and people, I have been blest with Lexi she is great with all including kids. She is fearful of noisy passing cars and I've lessened the fear by telling her to wait and throwing a few treats on the ground and saying 'go find!' just before they pass, Hotdogs work really well! She used to bark like crazy at the lawnmower, so I covered it in treats and petted it, daft I know but she stopped until I started it up 😂 Everytime she barked I immediately took her inside, eventually she stopped. I also found that a squirty bottle of water is very effective at stopping lunging, if you squirt the water directly in their face and firmly say NO it immediately diffuses the situation, I had to get Lexi used to 2 cats, she now just whines at them. Really hope u can get it sorted 🙏

[@StefsYouTube]

My Labradoodle 75% lab 25% poodle. 7 month. LOVES to pull. Everything is so much for her. She's come into her first season and we've just adopted her from previous owners! Gave her 0 boundaries.

[@kristianj1977]

Dude you are literally THE best dog trainer on social media. Hands down. However is love you to answer one question. When I reward Luna for being good Nd telling her she's good, how do i stop her from getting excited and surging again

[@Addified]

I have this same problem. My border collie will be heeling beautifully, and as soon as I say “Good heel!” He picks up the pace and loses his position due to how pleased he is 😂

[@claudiahyde1656]

My family might be getting a rescue dog (1 year old) from the local humane society. For the first bit of his life he was left mostly to his own accord and had barely enough interaction, food, and water to survive. He’s just learning things that he would be learning at a much younger age because of his lack of interaction, and this is really helpful! He’s already a great walker from what the staff there have told me, but he’s very observant and after watching my own dog, Max, sit, he copied him to receive rewards. I honestly think he’d make an amazing service dog for me with the proper training and this is a good first step. He’s a quick learner but he’s still a pup and with little to no training, so it’s good for him to know he needs to focus on me rather than surrounding objects.

[@Rayk76]

We have a 10 month old goldendoodle and when out walking he does pull ahead but when we get to the wood he walks ahead of me but without straining, but I'm gonna definitely follow your tips and practice practice practice

[@shanefoley1373]

Just come across your channel but this is exactly the issue with my bordeaux rescue, he rarely got exercise - his owner didn't drive so didn't take bear out often as he was a nightmare on his lead he was taken to fields once or twice a month, let off his lead and enticed back with sausages after a couple of hours, he then ended up in a boarding kennels where only x2 staff couod actually walk him and neither for more than 20mins as he's just pure muscle and excitement- we've cracked almost everything barring lead walking and his reactivity so I'll give this method a shot tonight now, he deserves more from life but I cannot be arsed wrestling a 60kg mastiff for very long very often, currently I have a "halti" muzzle thing - like a horse bit but I dont like using that for him, he's a lovely boy and it makes him look aggressive which he isn't so, thanks for doing the video, hopefully it puts us on the path to enjoying our weekends and getting away again instead of same local walks at 4am "just incase"

[@shokwave23]

I have a similar training issue with my lab/shepherd mix. Had him since he was a pup, he's the heaviest dog I have had but I think the pulling issue started because my lady having a little more relaxed/nervous style of walking him, so he is in a constant state of alert or distraction when in public, unsure of whether to be the leader or to be lead. When I walk him I have to redirect a lot due to the amount of people and stray cats around, but for the most part I can handle it, when she walks him he becomes an unbelievable tyrant of sheer muscle tugging her wherever he wants to smell around which has been a frustration of hers and mine for a while. Even with this style of leash behind the ears he just pulls like nothing is there. I put a kong harness on him today and literally said 'go to work' while getting him to sit still while I fitted it to him, attached the lead to the lower ring on his chest and was instantly a different dog. Now, all I will do is tell him to go to work when I put it on and save the play for when he is back in a collar or nothing at all. He seems to associate the harness with waiting for direction WITH me and the collar for running around on his own. Time will tell how this method will go, but I am quite happy to have my boy back. He was too used to off leash hiking in the desert to be in a city walking side-by-side

[@ReggieChump]

If you bred me for someone's pet, took me away from my brother's, sister's, mum, dad.... And cut my testical's off, then locked me up all day... I'd bite your face off, not pull... "Animal lovers"... RIGHT?

[@alcyonedreams]

Am trying this tomorrow having just got a slip lead for our 6mth old beagle, previously harnessed, it's hard to keep him from pulling as he has his nose down most of the time! Great recall off lead most of the time in woods and open areas. But what a nightmare puller on the streets....thanks for this!

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

How did it go?

[@alcyonedreams]

Hiya It is OK...a work in progress...he pulls and chokes as if he pulls forward, I stop, he looks up (not straight away), and then is gagging. I don't set off until he's focused on me. He's better going out of the door and to the car, where we head off on nice long walks, he is learning patience (as am I!!!!!). Not quite loose lead. But an improvement definitely. We dumped the extender leash and harness now. Perseverance. He's a 7mth old beagle/springer so he's nose down and off as soon as he can be. Love your ethos and Fenrir name...as our boy is Loki...hopefully only by name not nature!! Lol.

[@ashleighbruton8673]

I have been using your videos a lot to train my 5 month old adopted lab puppy.. thank you for all your advice! X

[@jenniferwallace8161]

Any advice to go along with this video?I'm struggling with my 6 month old adopted lab .

[@John-lo4xz]

@@jenniferwallace8161 Don't do it too hard on labs below 1 year. They will pull cause they are still puppies, and their necks can be damaged if you are too rough.

[@teddyboo7843]

I’ve watched some vids explaining correction techniques but I’ve found this one to be my favourite . Thank you 🙏

[@thenerrdpit7441]

i just purchased your "perfect puppy" course in preparation of adopting my first ever puppy in two months. and i just wanted to say THANK. YOU. i've watched all throughout week one and while i AM still nervous, i feel like you will be there, holding my hand and encouraging me the entire time.

[@Ray-p2q8g]

Dog is a 12-month-old and I have been trying to get her to stop pulling and when I seen this photo of you and your dog my husband said this at pet supermarket today could I do that and they said no it wouldn't be a good so I see you doing it and it's great so I am going to take your lead and keep❤

[@Paddyandpoppy]

I know now how to correctly use a slip lead with my dog 👍🏻great videos.

[@celery5955]

I’ve tried everything just did this in our hall and it went well and so we went outside and worked out perfectly thank you!!!

[@johnriddle6109]

This works unlike some , this guy really knows his stuff ! This Really has helped 1000s of dog walkers ? You see im 1 of them ! My dog is gsd / lurcher a very powerful big dog who dragged me all over the place ( just had him 18months old! I had to get this right as I have fibromaligia ( pain ) Once I did get it right after seeing his videos just 1 , I then had the confidence to ride my e scooter with my dog on a waist lead , now everythink is good while walking or riding my scooter , ( low speeds ) with my dog by my side .for those who say its irresponsible riding a scooter with a dog on a lead ? You try walking with fibromaligia, im now safe with my dog at my side in sync. Thanks Atherton you know your stuff ! Many thanks .john

[@ghengis430]

I've got fibro too, and walk with a stick. I've been scared of the slip lead, want to use a cross body, so good to hear that it works with a scooter. 😊

[@paulmcfarlane8055]

Been trying to get my 8 month dally to walk with the harness and struggled glad that it does re-enforce my thinking of the slip lead

[@JamesWHurst]

I'm learning from your presentations and I appreciate your providing this, Will. Thank you.

[@mwahha6965]

I totally agree with this technique and have used it multiple times. Only thing I’d say is the correction stage using a slip isn’t suitable for toy dogs and could damage their necks. I’d use this on anything around a small terrier size but not toy dogs

[@Dobermanmomma]

Love the quick video style as I am watching before going out on our prowl. :)

[@dunjak111]

Man, that 2 point harness is perfect for leading a dog. Those are very popular here in Germany. You have to fix a leash at the back and at the chest, at the same time. That way you have an incredible control over any dog.

[@junekeefe-smith7128]

Hiya, love your videos. I have a working cocker jumping and still pulling on lead. Problem is he never want any treats when I’m outside, even chicken or liver! I’m getting a slip lead this week and will try your methods with treats and see how it goes. I’ll let you know. Thanks

[@denni8884]

Mother in Law got a puppy. She hasn’t put any research in whatsoever. He’s nearly one and a charming little shit. Now training him is down to us 👍 This is a lifesaver. He’s really responsive to this technique. It’s going swimmingly so far. He’s a Poodle type so picking everything up a lightening speed ⚡️

[@taylorharvey6091]

Need to try this on my 6 year old GSD!! she’s absolutely insane and doesn’t stop pulling, i bought a slip and everything so hopefully this works

[@mcgoverness7247]

You are a god send. Thankyou so much . I’m fostering dogs and your tips are amazing 🤩

[@boomerj361]

Going to try this now with my Xl Bully. He's soft as anything but loves to pull especially towards other dogs. Not a nasty bone in him but it must scare people with his size so I want to try and stop that from happening ASAP.

[@ghosty0528]

What a good boy! He is very young, and finally he got proper training and he learned quickly.

[@derekrobinson224]

Brilliant video. You're really good at getting your message across. Short and succinct. Love it

[@sucathwa8000]

What a great teacher. So many people are reluctant to employ this classic method believing it is cruel and would rather struggle with treats and steering. A slip.lead or even a check chain achieve the quickest most reliable results as far as I am concerned.

[@gardenzera]

thank you so much for this video with this dog in particular. you both are rockstars! much love

[@gusgus8134]

Wonderful! My dog tore her ccl and right before her surgery tore the other one so slow, controlled walks are a must! Thanks for the tips!!!

[@malcolmdavidson1523]

I'm finding this the most challenging thing to train. Got 2 14 weeks old labs, been walking them for a couple of weeks. Last 2 or 3 days walking them has turned into a massive playfighting session, so started taking them individually. I can get them walking on a loose lead sometimes 50-75% of the time but they're so easily distracted and the last 100 yards back home nothing can hold they're attention.

[@leilaherd2293]

Their too young to be walked!

[@malcolmdavidson1523]

@@leilaherd2293 how old do you think they should be?

[@TheMsparker27]

They're absolutely not too young to be walked. 😂😂🤣🤣😂 Dude just take them for shorter walks: 10 mins or so, then work your way up. their attention span is just short....also get different treats so they dont know what to expect and always want to do the best!

[@ReggieChump]

If you bred me for someone's pet, took me away from my brother's, sister's, mum, dad.... And cut my testical's off, then locked me up all day... I'd bite your face off, not pull... "Animal lovers"... RIGHT?

[@mitze888]

A dog trainer told me not to have a mapped out route that gets repeated over and over as well because they develop a memory of it and then kind of go on autopilot toward the end. Can you walk the route in reverse or find other ways to change it up?

[@susanblankenship3780]

Hi. This video is perfect for what I’m going through with my 2 year old rescue dog who pulls like a maniac. Can you tell me where I can find the slip lead similar to the one you used?

[@bewildering76]

Brilliant video. I used an Alti but i think your method is much better and so simple.

[@Alainfr9]

It talks to me enormously and it is easy to understand. I will try tomorrow with my young dog.

[@Donghua-clips]

I have been having such a difficult time training my 1 year old Basset and watching your video made me realize that I had allowed her pulling to shift me to a harness. Going to be fixing that issue today with a reasonable collar and some treats.

[@craigfraser9449]

Hi Will, I think that's an amazing video and technique. I have a 15 week old Cocker who pulls , is he too young to implement this? Cheers for any advice 👍

[@mrslowesscentedcandles6601]

After training with the slip lead can you then go back to using a normal lead and collar or harness?

[@ChokysWorld]

Thanks for your video !!! what Harness do that Dog have on ?

[@nancyrichardi1746]

Thank you Will for your very informative and actionable advice. I have followed your advice and my dog does not pull when using a prong collar/ slip lead/ or gentle lead, but when we try to go back to the regular collar, all is forgotten. When using the tools, we hardly ever have to correct her anymore but she can't seem to make the transition. Any advice ?

[@kaykaykailah7193]

Did you try not depending on the tool? The tool is just for training, not a quick fix. You have to wean out the prong

[@vpoves1]

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

[@lisabeaumont]

Thank you for this video. My dog’s lunging and aggression - which had been very minimal - suddenly started becoming a problem a couple of weeks ago and is now a big issue. It’s miraculous what you achieved with little George there in just a few minutes and I’m keen to start this today with my munchkin - I’ll report back how it goes..! :)

[@marving.8868]

How is it going?

[@catherinetremerryn]

Pls will you send a link to the slip lead you are using., it looks as if it has a gentle buffer. Great training video. Many thx

[@MrTomomahony]

nice work ,form the bond is everything

[@jordanpearson3395]

Great video! I have 3 cockers that I love to bits but are are pain to walk due to their pulling I am going to implement this on their walkes separately the next couple of days and hopefully will have 3 beautiful walking cockers very soon 🤞

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Let us know how you get on Jordan!

[@krushsawa93]

Do you have any content on how to apply a slip lead correctly ? A lot of conflicting information. When I've applied mine to my dog it tends to slip down the neck towards the shoulders and then it's not effective

[@ikhoo]

Same question.. following 🐶

[@deandouglas4365]

Hold the slip lead up in the air, dangling from the collar side. If you want to walk your dog on the left hand side it should be in a P shape. If you want to walk your dog on the right hand side it should be a 9. Effectively the slip lead should be one continuous loop and only applies pressure for correction. Put the loop right behind the dogs ears and put the stopper in place to stop the lead moving too much but enough for your dog to feel comfortable.

[@jeeehad9475]

Was looking for the same answer. Also have to difficulty of the sheer excess skin on a neapolitan mastiff making it hard to get the lead to sit where it needs to most of the time haha

[@quasimodo614]

@@deandouglas4365 thanks that’s really helpful. I have the fenrir slip lead. Does the buckle part need moving at all? Just wondered if you know. Thank you 😊

[@1timothy2v1]

Your videos are a big help. Thank you. We just picked up our fox red lab/boxer/who knows what else/ from the shelter. Your recall video was an instant success, but the pulling is still an issue with him. I will keep following your method and I'm sure it will eventually lead (pun intended) to him being easier to take on a walk. Thanks again!

[@catherinetennie138]

This is the best video for Dog Pulling.

[@jacquo9317]

Hi, I really do appreciate your approach.What could be your advice about a second hand....You know a kind of dog that deserves... For him or her to get a happy second half .Whether my English is not fit to your standard this is because I'm from the other side of the channel... froggy 🐸 then. Cheers

[@beed5923]

looks so easy- id like to see a demo with a sled dog, siberian or malamute

[@paulinemcleggan7585]

Hey Will, love your videos. I have a 13 puppy KCS she can finally go out on Friday. I’ve been following along with your training However my puppy is jumping and walking on the lead inside the house. It’s very frustrating

[@BecomeLitos]

There's only one league world wide known by every single spece on the world and the power of this is unbelievable, of course I am talking about the good old pain, the one that from young children who behave bad to grown up adults or even bears in circuses, everyone understands. If I do this action the outcome is you give me pain if I don't do it or if I do the opposite you reword me with pleasure, food for dogs let's say, so I will do the option two. How sweet and kind the human spece is 🥰

[@sbsgardening6722]

Great channel , subscribed Would you ever recommend figure of 8 lead

[@jsmithgardening]

Thank you for this video. I have an extreme puller and the Fenrir Slip Lead will not stay on her neck, just below her ears. With the pulling, it always slips much further down her neck. Any suggestions on keeping it in place just below her ears? The corrections are not as effective when the lead slips down her neck. Thank you.

[@yasmincohen3196]

How do you address the pulling situation on a small dog? I have 2 Miniature Dachshunds. In that case a slip lead isn't effective and doesn't work the same way. I'm really struggling with pulling on lead at the moment. Some tips and advice would be really helpful.

[@ghengis430]

I've been using a harness, but now i see how to use a slip lead,I feel better about it. He's not pulling all the time, just when we get somewhere nice. However he's not engaged with me. Tomorrow's walk will be better!

[@reginejdesgaard1033]

If the puppy actively resists that correction how do you deal with it and what if the puppy is afraid of the noise coming from various vehicles? Great video btw, will definitely try it out.

[@sipartocoach1015]

Hi Regin, when you say the pup resists the correction what do you mean? If the pressure and release is timed correctly then there shouldnt be resistance as they will naturally want to move when there is no pressure. If the pup is yelping or looking scared and not wanting to move after a correction then its been too harsh. For the anxiety around cars you don't want to correct a dog when it's in a scared or anxious state as that can and most likely will make the problem worse. Start doing some obedience in the house and then take the dog out to an area where you can be a distance away from cars so it's not anxious. Practice your obedience here making it a hugely positive experience. As time moves on go closer to the road, rinse and repeat. If the dog becomes anxious that's okay, simply take a step away from the road and build uip again. There's no quick fix for it, just takes time and consistency but you'll get there. Hope that helps.

[@florme6494]

@@sipartocoach1015 great reply. This will help many who feel overwhelmed and a little lost. Sometimes you need to reset and start from the beginning.

[@reginejdesgaard1033]

@@sipartocoach1015 Noted. I've refocused my efforts by training the pup in the neighbourhood and areas far removed from traffic. Two 30 min sessions a day and he is responding well.

[@matthewbake6221]

Hi Will. Thanks for the videos - just got a whippet puppy and watching lots of KZbin videos - yours stand out and make a lot of sense. I understand the use of a slip lead but I’ve never used one and a little worried about using one due to his long, slender neck. Am I being soft?

[@SmilerAndSadEyes]

Thanks for this video, I found it most helpful!

[@theowl3756]

Please indicate what brand of harness you have on that dog. Yes, I understand you don't use harness for training...!!!...But I'm very interested in that harness. It looks strong, light, and comfortable. Look forward to hear from you.

[@valerierodger]

He said it - Fenrir. FWIW, I use Rabbitgoo - very good at a reasonable price. The Spruce Pets has a review of harnesses on their website that you might find useful

[@theowl3756]

@@valerierodger Thank you....I like the look of the double cord in the mid-section by the Fenris's Ragnar Dog Harness. Hope it is as secure as it looks...!!!

[@NatalieCaudwell]

This guy gives me so much hope and motivation but I’m still really struggling with me lab pulling on her lead. Is this ‘puppy excitement’?

[@VanceAnce]

great as always, what i am missing in the dozen videos i watche is, when to differ between "do now what i want (walk besides me)" and when its playtime to run on a long leash and he can sniff arround could you do a video there - between "long leash play" and now "follow" when i go for a walk for 1h i think my dog wents nuts when he has to follow 1h beside me through meadow and forest

[@laviniajohnson9210]

Thank goodness for a good humane dog trainer. Was watching a US video where the trainer was promoting a chain type collar with some sort of barbs which went into the dogs neck when corrected. Just awful.

[@merrimandonna73]

Hi loving the videos. I am considering going to a dog rescue to get a dog. Not knowing the reasons the dogs are there and not knowing any triggers the dog maybe has. Could you maybe do a video of some things that you should do with the rescue dog. I have had dogs before but not a rescue. I have had a rottweiler a great dane doberman cross but brought them up from pups.

[@gabrielet.5606]

Super erklärt, vielen Dank! Werde ich ausprobieren und hoffe, dass es ( auch bei mir 🙂) funktioniert.

[@triciawade8634]

Brilliant method. Did some training with my 1 year old Caucasian Shepherd this weekend using the method as she’s gone from walking ok to being all over the place - my fault entirely - but at 60 kg it’s not funny! She responded so well and was a different dog - so will continue on!

[@maddyhall4171]

Jesus Christ, who owns a Caucasian shepherd? Where do you live?

[@jessica-annedacunha5644]

Do you have any tips about when you should be using a harness? Or is it better to walk your dog just on a collar? I am going to try the slip lead method to help with my 14 month old golden retriever but I just wondered at what point I’d need a harness, also, any good harness brands for a golden are welcomed, thank you!🙏🏽

[@ironcrossstewart1]

What a fantastic video, such an articulate man, cheers bro

[@ehmslm]

Great video, thank you for sharing it. Just wondering why is the dog showing stresses, licking of lips, and several times he's wall-eyed? Not a criticism just wondering what else was going on.

[@jmama2926]

It seems like the dog is worried about the camera. When the cameraman shows up right behind the dog’s rear, it startled and looks very nervous. The leash pulling and lunging is also not indicative of a happy dog, so a lot of the things the dog was anxious about it now has to learn alternative coping behaviors for. It’s going to be stressful to go from “but I thought I was supposed to pull!” to a loose leash walk but after a while the new routine is going to improve the dog’s confidence and give it a better state of mind.

[@kayelle653]

Your slip leads are sold out! 😩 going to find another one and definitely try this. I have a jack Russell whose a little sod so I hope this works. 🙏🏼

[@SeskaSequyah]

what kind of lead is that i like how thats made it would probably hold up better than the ones i find locally and every thing iv been finding has made it kinda dificult to work with my gsd that was a rescue from a shelter. She was a elderly couples dog so shes never had this kinda attn before i dont think so its a huge change for her. she is my partner when i go to work every day too.

[@richardlenane9126]

Hi Will, How would you reinforce the good behaviour if your dog does not take treats out of your hand/ at all.

[@caronwright463]

Started this training today, what a difference. Brilliant.

[@silverfiste]

Was doing that with my dog today, and was going well until she saw another dog, then after I got her under control, all that work was washed away. Her reactivity is her dominate behavior, nothing will pull her attention away, has a strong food drive but not enough to break her focus on another dog. She reacts on dogs up to 60 yards away as well. Rescue dog, does not even really know how to play. She also fought correction, I could not bring myself to correct anymore, as she seemed to be in pain with small corrections. I walk her with a slip lead and another lead on a harness, for when she gets really out of control and I just need to pull her around an object to break her line of sight.

[@ianburke4206]

Hi. Just came across your videos which are great. Have a 1 year old collie/lab mix which pulls alot. What if you can't get them to take treats outside which she never has?

[@juanantoniomontejor.7298]

Will what a great video. Excellent. I´m from Colombia, South Americca and I haven´t been able to find the ragnar leash, could you tell where can I buy it. I can ask somebody to purchase it for me. Even in the pet supplies stores from the US I can´t find the one you use, it has to be thin so it doesn´t hurt the puppy. when pulling for correction purposes.