Reg: 12-23-2008
Posts: 252
Loc: Toronto, ON, Canada
Offline
Hi I'm new to the board. I'm raising a Doberman pup who is currently 3 months old, I'm wondering what should be expected behavior for walking on the leash at his age. Obviously him pulling on the leash is not okay, but can I expect him to walk by my side? or do i settle for a loose leash.
he's a good dog with good prey drive and i don't want to hurt he's temperament with improper handling. Thanks in advance for any advice.
Cathy Goessman Webboard User Reg: 12-03-2007
Posts: 1231
Loc: Phoenix, AZ
Offline
Loose leash with no corrections other than stopping forward movement is how I deal with it at that age. They figure it out real quick. I interpret loose leash walking as the dog still has to stay on one side. They don't have to stay right AT my side in a heel position but I won't tolerate a dog constantly zig zagging in front of my feet. I don't want to be tripped or accidentally step on the pup.
Reg: 12-23-2008
Posts: 252
Loc: Toronto, ON, Canada
Offline
Thanks for your help Cathy. I just realized i posted this in a ring training section... opps! should be in the puppy corner.
two quick questions at what age can you teach a dog to stay at one's side?
I have my Rottweiler that is 2.5 years old that walks by my side, and eventually i would like to walk them together. Should i only do this after I've taught the pup a formal heel when he's older or will walking them together at all make them "doggy?"
When purchasing any product from Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. it is understood
that any and all products sold by Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. are sold in Dunn
County Wisconsin, USA. Any and all legal action taken against Leerburg Enterprises,
Inc. concerning the purchase or use of these products must take place in Dunn
County, Wisconsin. If customers do not agree with this policy they should not
purchase Leerburg Ent. Inc. products.
Dog Training is never without risk of injury. Do not use any of the products
sold by Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. without consulting a local professional.
The training methods shown in the Leerburg Ent. Inc. DVD’s are meant
to be used with a local instructor or trainer. Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. cannot
be held responsible for accidents or injuries to humans and/or animals.
Copyright 2010 Leerburg® Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. All photos and content on leerburg.com are part of a registered copyright owned by Leerburg Enterprise, Inc.
By accessing any information within Leerburg.com, you agree to abide by the
Leerburg.com Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Puppy leash manners
#222695 - 01/06/2009 11:20 PM 
Top
Previous Topic
Index
Next Topic
.jpg)
