Pulling on a leash

This is the technique to teach a dog, from puppyhood, or from an advanced age, how not to pull you on his leash, when you
are walking him.

• Always keep the dog on your left side. Step forward with the left leg, in a cheerful voice, saying "Let's go!"
• As soon as the lead goes taught, say "HEEL!" and jerk the lead. S/He will stop. Say "Good boy!/girl!" and then step off
  again with your left foot first, cheerfully saying "Let's Go!"
• Alternatively, simply stop walking when s/he pulls - stand still until the lead goes loose - it will eventually! - and then
  continue. It takes some time & patience, but all dog training does & it works. You'll end up a dog who walks happily at
  your side
• Don't let them actually stop. S/he is making to stop but you keep walking and praising. What you are praising is the fact
  that s/he is breaking his fast stride on the word "heel."
• Never say Heel more than once per decision to heel.
• If you repeat Heel too many times s/he will ignore it...it will become white noise to him. Instead..say Heel once, if s/he
  doesn't alter his quick pace, sharp tug on the lead.
• Don't "punish" your dog. Positive reinforcement (the praise and treats) is key to success.

Don't overtrain. End the 15 mins on a happy success moment. Don't end it when s/he is screwing up. Set the bar lower if you
have to, in order for the session to end after 15 minutes maximum on a successful note.