Dog Too Spoiled To Walk On Leash
Author: Adam G. Katz
Dear Mr. Katz: I have a 4 month old female pup, AmStaff/Boxer (we think - she was a rescue). She responds well to all training, EXCEPT for walking and heeling.
We've practiced the loose-leash "turning on a dime" technique described in your book and audio tape at length, but she refuses to cooperate.
It's not a matter of distraction - when I attempt to train her in this style, she pulls back with all her strength. When the loose leash is snapped, she sits, paws braced, or lays down on her back. These responses are immediate.
I've tried instantly righting her, and continuing the training, but she responds as above just as quickly. This can go on indefinitely. I've tried correcting her with a low "No...
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