This can be done on or off lead.
- With your dog walking to heel walk at a normal pace, constantly changing direction and stopping then starting to walk again.
- At first your dog may keep trying to get ahead of you, but you are always staying one step ahead by changing where you are going.
- Your dog will begin to follow you, watching carefully to see where you go next.
- When this happens walk in a straight line, if your dog keeps to heel, praise and reward your dog.
- If he tries to walk ahead of you begin the routine again.
This is a great way of showing the dog you are in charge and are the decision maker. You may feel a bit daft doing this at first (I know I did) but it really works great. This is a great routine to use whenever you go to a new place or somewhere your dog may feel a bit nervous. By doing this you are saying to the dog ‘its ok I’m in charge, just follow me’.
Instructional Video
Watch, fellow Dog Listener Nigel Reed’s, YouTube Walk video. It is an excellent example of how to use the Amichien® Bonding method, Stop, Start, Change Direction.