Talk Dog to Me: Episode 4
Loose Leash Walking Skills
Published: August 26 | Hosts: Megan Billingsley & Jaysie Walsh
Episode Summary
In this episode, dog industry professionals Megan Billingsley and Jaysie Walsh break down essential loose leash walking skills to help you transform your daily walks into a stress-free experience for both you and your dog.
Key Topics & Takeaways
We explore the reasons behind pulling, essential equipment choices, and fun training games every dog owner should know:
Why Dogs Pull [10:18]: Understanding that a dog's natural walking pace is about twice as fast as ours, and the outdoor environment is packed with "pee mail" where they are simply gathering important information.
Training Games [20:30] How to practice the "Quick Come" method by turning direction whenever tension occurs, along with the "Reward Zone" game to reward heavily right at your hip side and build "Focus."
Gear Check [26:00]: Why using fear-free equipment makes a difference, focusing on proper Y-shaped harnesses and front-clip options.
Dog Walking Progression [33:25]: teaching skills in the proper sequence
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