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What should I do if my puppy won’t walk on leash?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Lucas Davis
If the puppy refuses to move on the lead, the owner can first use food or toys to induce the puppy to move forward. Secondly, the puppy needs to be trained to gradually become familiar with the leash. During this period, the owner must be patient. In addition, if the puppy is unwilling to leave because it is afraid of the outside environment, then the owner needs to comfort the puppy and ease its nervousness.

1. Use food or toys to lure

Puppies like freedom and do not like to be restrained, so after putting a leash on them, they may have resistance and become unwilling to walk. Therefore, the owner can lure the dog with toys and food that the dog likes, place these things in front of the dog to attract its attention, and then slowly induce the dog to move forward. At the same time, the owner can also choose a lighter rope to lead the dog. Pull, be careful not to drag or pull hard to avoid injury to the puppy.

2. Training

If it is the first time for the puppy to wear a leash and it will not walk because it is not used to it yet, the owner can train the puppy at this time. . At the beginning, you can let the puppy follow you and feed it a small snack every step you take. Later, you can follow it for a certain distance and feed it a small snack. After long-term training, the dog will gradually become familiar with the leash. .

3. Comfort

If the puppy refuses to leave soon after it goes out, it may be because it is the first time to go out and is unfamiliar with the surrounding environment and feels scared. and fear. In response to this situation, it is recommended that the owner not take the puppy too far first, but can gently pet it and comfort it. After the puppy gradually becomes familiar with the surrounding environment, the owner can gradually expand the scope of the walk.

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