Leash Walking
I think we've all had a dog that seems like they just can't walk on a leash without pulling. Often times it helps to walk them with materials that are made to make things a bit easier. Take some of the fight out of the walk and make more room for real learning by supplementing your walks with one of these items.
Easy Walk
This is made for the average puller. When your dog pulls, they will be redirected because the leash is connected to the chest rather than their back. Make sure to read the instructions for this one. most people put it on upside down the first time.
Click here to buy the Easy Walk Harness
Slip Lead
This one is also made for the average puller. If your dog is pulling hard enough that it sounds like they can't breathe with the slip lead, it is either sitting too low on their neck or they should use something like the Easy Walk instead.
Click here to buy a slip lead
Gentle Leader
This is a great tool for reactive walkers! Remember it's called a gentle leader for a reason. BE GENTLE. This one takes time to get used to before going on walks. THIS IS NOT A MUZZLE. Your dog can still eat, drink, bark and bite while wearing this.
Click here to buy the Gentle Leader
4 Foot Leash
Some dogs do great with a 6 foot leash but most do great with 4 feet! The exceptions to this are extra small dogs. You won't need this with the slip lead but it's always great to have one as a backup.
Click here to buy a standard 4 foot leash.
Treats!
Treats should only make up about 10% of your dog's diet. I think it's safe to say that we all want the best for our dogs. Here are some common favorites that are a bit on the healthier side!
Other Stuff for Training
Long Training Lead
Long leads are SO HELPFUL for teaching your dog recall. A lot of folks forget that you need to be practicing recall in places where it is normally most distracting. This might include the park, the sidewalk in front of your house, or just the front yard. This lead makes practice so much safer.
Elevated Pet Bed
You can totally teach your dog a place command with a fluffy bed or heck- even a towel you fold up on the floor. However, an elevated bed creates a sense of separation from the bed and the floor for your dog. This usually results in your dog being more mindful of where their feet are when doing a place command.
Doggy Doorbell
I don't know about you but my dogs scratch up my backdoor with those bells that hang from the doorknob. I've used this specific doorbell soooo many times with my fellow dog owners before and boy- does it make a difference. It also has adjustable volume and a customizable bell sound so it doesn't have to sound like your doorbell at the front door!
Silicone Treat Pouch
Silicone treat pouches are fantastic for the average dog owners. Easy to clean and EASY to reach in and out of. TIP: if you are keeping soft treats in it, they will get dried out after a while. So, at the end of the day, seal it up in a plastic bag to keep your treats fresh.
All product recommendations are based off of my personal preference and may not be suitable for every dog. If you are unsure of which products would be suitable for your dog, I would be happy to assess your dog during a consultation before offering my personalized recommendations.