Leash walking is a foundational part of life with a dog.
This course will help you discover the many ways walking benefits dogs, the basics of outfitting yourself and your dog for safety, planning an enjoyable experience while walking together outdoors, hand-friendly methods of holding the leash, and strategies for walks that enhance your dog’s wellbeing.
This course will help you:
- Understand the importance and benefits of walking together.
- Identify useful equipment for walking your dog.
- Learn to hold the leash or lead to prevent injuries.
- Make walks safe and enriching for you and your dog.
Who should take this course?
Dog lovers and animal care professionals who want to make leash-walking comfortable and safe, as well as provide enrichment opportunities, prevent injuries, and build their dog’s confidence using effective positive training methods.
NOTE: This is an introductory course. For dogs that go a bit nutty when out walking on the leash, check out our course Help! Stop Reactivity
