How to walk your dog
For this activity it is necessary for a special person to dedicate time, love and patience to a pet, since it requires a lot of care and responsibility, especially when it comes to training or learning to walk a dog.
There are many other factors to consider, from buying the right strap and collar to setting expectations in order to reward the dog for a job well done. This will take time; however, you will soon know what to do so that your pet and you can make the experience of walking an excellent one.
Part 1 of 3:
Walking a dog: fundamental ideas
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Put a leash and a collar on the dog. There will come a time when your four-legged friend will know it's time to go for a walk when you simply take the leash. Use a collar since your dog is a puppy so you can introduce this idea to your mind from an early age. Place the collar on your dog's neck and say "Let's go for a walk" with the leash in plain sight.
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Keep the collar tight, but not too tight. You will have to make sure that the collar is not too tight on your dog's neck. A good rule of thumb is to make sure you can put one or two fingers between the collar and its neck. [1] Also, you will not want it to be too loose to slide over your dog's ears if you try to pull it out.
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Choose the side you want your dog to walk on. Coherence is important when training your dog for a walk. Choosing a side where the dog will walk will make it establish its place in the activity. The puppy will get used to walking with you to know what to expect. Just keep in mind that walking on a leash is not natural for your pet. [2] Therefore, you should expect there to be a period of adaptation.
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Pull the strap close to your body. The most important aspect of learning to walk your dog is to maintain control so that your pet does not order you during the walk. You are the boss and that should also be reflected in your relationship when walking. [3]
Wind your traditional belt around your hand until there is very little strap between your pet and you.
Pull the strap close to your body; however, let there be enough strap so that you allow your dog to walk naturally.
Your dog will feel the resistance of the leash and will realize that getting ahead of you is unacceptable.
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Talk to your dog. Your dog understands the tone of your voice. Do not feel frustrated. Encourage your dog with a phrase like "Good job" or "This is how it is done" when doing something right. Use a stern voice when you instruct him not to do the wrong things, such as barking at people passing by or growling at other dogs.
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Reward your dog with special treats. Use treats when you teach your dog to walk, but especially when you want to teach not to pull the strap. Reward it frequently and consistently. [4]
Save a treat that your dog likes, especially for training purposes. Many pets get quite excited with a piece of hot dog, cheese or dried meat.
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Talk to your dog. Your dog understands the tone of your voice. Do not feel frustrated. Encourage your dog with a phrase like "Good job" or "This is how it is done" when doing something right. Use a stern voice when you instruct him not to do the wrong things, such as barking at people passing by or growling at other dogs.
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Reward your dog with special treats. Use treats when you teach your dog to walk, but especially when you want to teach not to pull the strap. Reward it frequently and consistently. [4]
Save a treat that your dog likes, especially for training purposes. Many pets get quite excited with a piece of hot dog, cheese or dried meat.
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Part 2 of 3:
Buy the right equipment to walk
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Talk to your veterinarian before buying equipment to walk. Your veterinarian will know your pet almost as well as you and will be able to recommend the type of walking equipment you may need. Trust the experience of the veterinarian when it comes to choosing a collar and a leash according to the weight or the specific body type of your dog.
He can help you with tips to avoid problems in your neck that may arise from the use of an inappropriate collar. [5]
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Buy the right strap and collar for your pet. There are quite a few necklaces and leashes available in the market, however, not all are suitable for your animal.
For example, a traditional buckle collar and a strap hook are usually used when the dog does not cause much trouble when walking. However, there is a variety of more restrictive straps and collars available for those who have more difficulties with non-cooperative pets. [6]
Gliding collars help keep a dog that is easily distracted under control.
The pack leader style collars are used with dogs that like to pull a lot.
Harnesses are useful with dogs that have long necks.
Some necklaces of special use are the necklaces that emit a slight electrical discharge, the necklaces that vibrate and the collars with GPS.
The glow of the dark necklaces will ensure you are visible to others.
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Consider using a marker device for training. Many consider this device as a safe and effective method to train a dog. Use it to reinforce good behavior and to communicate clearly and concisely with the dog.
The click sound, followed by a treat, will communicate to the dog that did the right thing. [7] The method with marker device is effective when you train a dog to walk and for other aspects of training, for example, when training him so he knows where to pee, bark and do tricks. Use the dialer device, followed by a treat, during the following cases:
When the dog starts to put on the leash.
When you want the dog to stop resisting the leash.
As the dog walks behind you or by your side.
Repeat use periodically throughout the ride.
Take off the leash when you return home.
Repeat daily use.
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Part 3 of 3:
Make sure the ride is comfortable
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Realize when it's too hot to walk your dog. The temperature will often determine the best time to take your dog for a walk. The right times of the day to walk a dog are very early in the day or very late at night. Avoid midday as the pavement may be too hot for your legs.
The best way to test if it is too hot is to place the bare hand on the pavement. If after only five seconds you have to remove the hand, then it is probably too hot. [8]
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It takes enough water and food. Along with the bags to collect your dog's feces and the marker device, bring a portable container and a bottle of water for your pet.
Keeping your dog hydrated is important when walking for long periods of time or during the hottest hours of the day. In the summer months it is very important that your dog has plenty of water. [9] The healthy and easy to carry snacks are:
Strawberries
Watermelon without seeds
Sliced apple
Blueberries
Carrots
Crushed ice for the hottest days
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3
Rest when necessary and look for shade when you can. Do not overdo it when you look for your dog to get used to walking with you, especially if it's the first time you have a necklace and a leash. Your dog will pull enough and there will be a lot of resistance, which can exhaust it. Find a shady place to rest for a few minutes along the promenade.
For this activity it is necessary for a special person to dedicate time, love and patience to a pet, since it requires a lot of care and responsibility, especially when it comes to training or learning to walk a dog.
There are many other factors to consider, from buying the right strap and collar to setting expectations in order to reward the dog for a job well done. This will take time; however, you will soon know what to do so that your pet and you can make the experience of walking an excellent one.
Part 1 of 3:
Walking a dog: fundamental ideas
Edit
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 1
1
Put a leash and a collar on the dog. There will come a time when your four-legged friend will know it's time to go for a walk when you simply take the leash. Use a collar since your dog is a puppy so you can introduce this idea to your mind from an early age. Place the collar on your dog's neck and say "Let's go for a walk" with the leash in plain sight.
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 2
2
Keep the collar tight, but not too tight. You will have to make sure that the collar is not too tight on your dog's neck. A good rule of thumb is to make sure you can put one or two fingers between the collar and its neck. [1] Also, you will not want it to be too loose to slide over your dog's ears if you try to pull it out.
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 3
3
Choose the side you want your dog to walk on. Coherence is important when training your dog for a walk. Choosing a side where the dog will walk will make it establish its place in the activity. The puppy will get used to walking with you to know what to expect. Just keep in mind that walking on a leash is not natural for your pet. [2] Therefore, you should expect there to be a period of adaptation.
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 4
4
Pull the strap close to your body. The most important aspect of learning to walk your dog is to maintain control so that your pet does not order you during the walk. You are the boss and that should also be reflected in your relationship when walking. [3]
Wind your traditional belt around your hand until there is very little strap between your pet and you.
Pull the strap close to your body; however, let there be enough strap so that you allow your dog to walk naturally.
Your dog will feel the resistance of the leash and will realize that getting ahead of you is unacceptable.
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 5
5
Talk to your dog. Your dog understands the tone of your voice. Do not feel frustrated. Encourage your dog with a phrase like "Good job" or "This is how it is done" when doing something right. Use a stern voice when you instruct him not to do the wrong things, such as barking at people passing by or growling at other dogs.
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 6
6
Reward your dog with special treats. Use treats when you teach your dog to walk, but especially when you want to teach not to pull the strap. Reward it frequently and consistently. [4]
Save a treat that your dog likes, especially for training purposes. Many pets get quite excited with a piece of hot dog, cheese or dried meat.
5
Talk to your dog. Your dog understands the tone of your voice. Do not feel frustrated. Encourage your dog with a phrase like "Good job" or "This is how it is done" when doing something right. Use a stern voice when you instruct him not to do the wrong things, such as barking at people passing by or growling at other dogs.
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 6
6
Reward your dog with special treats. Use treats when you teach your dog to walk, but especially when you want to teach not to pull the strap. Reward it frequently and consistently. [4]
Save a treat that your dog likes, especially for training purposes. Many pets get quite excited with a piece of hot dog, cheese or dried meat.
Advertisement
Part 2 of 3:
Buy the right equipment to walk
Edit
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 7
1
Talk to your veterinarian before buying equipment to walk. Your veterinarian will know your pet almost as well as you and will be able to recommend the type of walking equipment you may need. Trust the experience of the veterinarian when it comes to choosing a collar and a leash according to the weight or the specific body type of your dog.
He can help you with tips to avoid problems in your neck that may arise from the use of an inappropriate collar. [5]
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 8
2
Buy the right strap and collar for your pet. There are quite a few necklaces and leashes available in the market, however, not all are suitable for your animal.
For example, a traditional buckle collar and a strap hook are usually used when the dog does not cause much trouble when walking. However, there is a variety of more restrictive straps and collars available for those who have more difficulties with non-cooperative pets. [6]
Gliding collars help keep a dog that is easily distracted under control.
The pack leader style collars are used with dogs that like to pull a lot.
Harnesses are useful with dogs that have long necks.
Some necklaces of special use are the necklaces that emit a slight electrical discharge, the necklaces that vibrate and the collars with GPS.
The glow of the dark necklaces will ensure you are visible to others.
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 9
3
Consider using a marker device for training. Many consider this device as a safe and effective method to train a dog. Use it to reinforce good behavior and to communicate clearly and concisely with the dog.
The click sound, followed by a treat, will communicate to the dog that did the right thing. [7] The method with marker device is effective when you train a dog to walk and for other aspects of training, for example, when training him so he knows where to pee, bark and do tricks. Use the dialer device, followed by a treat, during the following cases:
When the dog starts to put on the leash.
When you want the dog to stop resisting the leash.
As the dog walks behind you or by your side.
Repeat use periodically throughout the ride.
Take off the leash when you return home.
Repeat daily use.
Advertisement
Part 3 of 3:
Make sure the ride is comfortable
Edit
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 10
1
Realize when it's too hot to walk your dog. The temperature will often determine the best time to take your dog for a walk. The right times of the day to walk a dog are very early in the day or very late at night. Avoid midday as the pavement may be too hot for your legs.
The best way to test if it is too hot is to place the bare hand on the pavement. If after only five seconds you have to remove the hand, then it is probably too hot. [8]
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 11
2
It takes enough water and food. Along with the bags to collect your dog's feces and the marker device, bring a portable container and a bottle of water for your pet.
Keeping your dog hydrated is important when walking for long periods of time or during the hottest hours of the day. In the summer months it is very important that your dog has plenty of water. [9] The healthy and easy to carry snacks are:
Strawberries
Watermelon without seeds
Sliced apple
Blueberries
Carrots
Crushed ice for the hottest days
Image titled Walk a Dog Step 12
3
Rest when necessary and look for shade when you can. Do not overdo it when you look for your dog to get used to walking with you, especially if it's the first time you have a necklace and a leash. Your dog will pull enough and there will be a lot of resistance, which can exhaust it. Find a shady place to rest for a few minutes along the promenade.
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