Tonya Wilhelm adds yet another resource to retraining dogs to stop lunging and barking on walks. The key, she says, is to identify his triggers and re-rain him not to react to them. She offers six steps to help committed owners set their dog up for success and suggests a ways to establish a training protocol.
- Buy the right walking gear
- Provide healthy treats and small motivational toys
- List the dog’s triggers
- Exercise the dog before the walk
- Choose the right location and time of day for training
- Walk only one dog at a time
Source: Animal Wellness Magazine, August 12, 2019. Link.
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