About this episode
Nicole's Staffordshire Terrier excels at tricks but transforms into an unstoppable pulling machine the moment a leash appears, especially when heading to the dog park. • Teaching proper leash pressure is fundamental to stop pulling • "Pressure on, pressure off" method establishes clear communication • Pulling gets rewarded when it leads to exciting destinations like dog parks • Dogs pull because they learn it works to get what they want • Smart dogs can have poor manners when competing motivations are present • Loose leash walking requires dedicated practice sessions • Walking drills should progress from low to high distraction environments • Different training tools (slip leads, prong collars) distribute pressure better than flat collars • E-collar training can help with persistent leash issues after foundations are built • Consistency matters - never reward pressure on the leash Remember, it's not about being stronger than your dog - it's about teaching them that pulling never works to get what they want. Visit us at Theeverydaytrainer.com . Visit us on the website here to see what we've got going on and how you can join our pack of good dogs and owners.