June 09, 2022
Should I have two different commands for heeling? One command for head up focused heel and another command for casual sustained heeling/ informal loose leash walking?
Full Question:
Cindy,IS it a good idea to have two different commands for dogs ....... Au Pied ! for heeling in a head up focused eyes position, and Heel for a more relaxed longer lasting heeling of the dog?
Thanks.
Cindy's Answer:
Yes, I have 2 commands. Heel for focus and walk for loose leash walking without focus.
I use my formal focused heel when my dog is doing competition-style heeling on my left and for my informal heel/walk, I have the dog on my right. (not necessary but creates more clarity for the dog)
I use my formal focused heel when my dog is doing competition-style heeling on my left and for my informal heel/walk, I have the dog on my right. (not necessary but creates more clarity for the dog)
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