Let’s be honest—there’s nothing more frustrating than being dragged down the sidewalk by your overly enthusiastic pup. If you’ve been wondering how to train your dog to walk calmly on a leash, you’re not alone. As a Veterinary Technician with a specialty in pet nutrition, I’ve worked with dozens of dogs and their humans on…
If you’re like me—someone who’s walked a hundred different dogs with a hundred different personalities—then you’ve probably asked yourself, “What are the best ways to teach a dog not to pull on the leash?” It’s one of the most common struggles pet parents face, and I totally get it. Whether you’re walking a bouncing Labrador…
Leash training a dog sounds simple enough—just clip on a leash and start walking, right? Well, if only it were that easy! If you’ve ever been dragged down the sidewalk by an overexcited pup or struggled with a dog that refuses to budge, you know it’s a skill that takes patience and technique. As a…