Calm Starts for Better Dog Walks

Training your dog to be calm before walks changes everything. Most people clip the leash while

their dog is jumping and spinning, which teaches excitement equals walk time. Instead,

wait at the door with the leash in hand. If your dog jumps or whines,

freeze and look away. The second they settle, even for a moment,

ask for a sit. Only clip the leash when all four paws are on the ground and they're quiet.

This one simple change at the beginning sets the tone for the entire walk. A calm start creates

a calm walk because you're rewarding the behavior you actually want. “Follow for daily

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