Positive Motivation And Rewards; Teaching Your Dog To Walk Along Your Side - Petsafe easy walk headcollar licol Guide

Tip
Think of your lead as a "yes/no" signal. Total release of
the tension on the lead means "Yes, this is what I want you
to do!" Any tension on the lead, no matter how slight,
means "This is NOT what I want you to do, please do something
different." You can see how important it is that you be very clear
with this signal – if your dog is walking calmly or sitting quietly,
be sure to give him the "yes" signal of TOTAL release on the lead.

Positive Motivation and Rewards

Use positive motivation and rewards to help your dog learn quickly and
have fun!
Rewards:
• Use small pieces of a very tasty treat – it helps if your dog is hungry!
• Praise your dog with soft, high-pitched "happy talk" – never yell or
harshly scold as this will frighten your dog and slow his learning.
• Release ALL tension on the lead the instant your dog does what you want
(walks calmly, sits quietly, etc.) – this is very important!
Tip
Your reward (especially the release of tension in the lead!) MUST
be given during the desired behaviour or within 0.5 seconds of it
ending...otherwise he won't know what he's being rewarded for!
Keep treats in a pouch or your pocket for quick access.

Teaching Your Dog to Walk Along Your Side

Stand to one side of your dog, and grasp the lead fairly close to the snap,
leaving 2.5 cm - 5 cm of slack (no more). Begin by walking forward
and encouraging your dog to come alongside you, saying, "Let's Go,"
"Walk" or anything else you desire in a happy, encouraging voice. When
your dog is walking calmly next to your side, there should be
ABSOLUTELY NO tension on the lead! As he walks at your side, give a
treat and encouraging praise.
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